Take a look at some of Friday's midday movers:

Verizon and AT&T - Both telecom giants traded near fou-year highs following an upgrade from Credit Suisse.

Leap Wireless International - Shares jumped as investors bet that the company could be acquired by AT&T.

Sony - The stock plunged to 32-year lows as investors express doubt it can turn around its struggling TV and Smart Phone business.

Career Education - The stock tumbled as total enrollments fell more than analysts projected. The company said students were showing less interest in for-profit education.

Edwards Group - The stock jumped in its IPO debut. The company makes vacuum pumps for the semi conductor industry.

Ignite Restaurant Group - The stock surged in its IPO debut. The Houston based restaurant group operates Joe’s Crab Shack and Brick House Tavern.

Roundy’s - The stock down more than 10 percent after the retail grocer lowered its 2012 earnings forecast amid sluggish consumer spending and increased price competition.

AVG Technologies - The stock up surged after the company handily topped first quarter expectations and forecast a strong full year. AVG is know for its free suite of anti-virus products. AVG shares had fallen 20 percent until Thursday’s close.

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