TransFirst, NetSpend Acquisitions Aid Total System (TSS) The Zacks analyst views favorably the acquisitions of NetSpend and TransFirst which have aided top line growth and enhanced its reach in the U.S. prepaid card industry. Lamar (LAMR) to Grow on Portfolio Upgradation and Expansion Per the Zacks Analyst, Lamar's efforts to upgrade its portfolio will raise display occupancy and advertising rates. New Upgrades Darden (DRI) Rides on Sales-Building, Cost-Cutting Efforts The Zacks analyst notes that Darden Restaurants' sales boosting initiatives, like developing a core menu, coupled with efforts to overheads costs via aggressive cost control are driving growth.