Why NetScout Systems Shares Jumped

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What: Shares of NetScout Systems (NAS: NTCT) jumped by as much as 11% today, after the company reported second quarter earnings.

So what: Revenue increased 16% to $84.5 million, handily topping the market's forecast of $81.3 million. The company also easily beat the bottom line consensus of $0.26 per share by posting adjusted profits of $0.34 per share.

Now what: CEO Anil Singhal said the company grew total new business bookings by 15% despite a challenging macro environment. The first half of its fiscal year has been strong, so the company is reaffirming its fiscal 2013 guidance. NetScout expects revenue for the year to be between $340 million and $355 million. It's also raising the low-end of its profit guidance, and now expects GAAP earnings per share to be in the range of $0.94 to $1.

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