Mid-Day Gainers From December 23: NQ Mobile, Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Smith & Nephew And More

NQ Mobile Inc (ADR) NQ +27% - The company announced an $80 million repurchase program.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. VNDA +15% - Novartis AG announced it will make a $25 million investment in Vanda.

China Finance Online Co. (ADR) JRJC +14% - The company reported third quarter financial results.

Smith & Nephew plc (ADR) SNN +12% - Shares are up following M&A chatter from Stryker Corporation.

Nicholas Financial, Inc. NICK +11% - Shares are higher following the company’s announcement of a $70 million modified dutch auction.