Earnings roundup: Marsh & McLennan, Crocs

NEW YORK (AP) -Marsh & McLennan lost money in the first quarter as the insurance broker's corporate security business suffered a fundamental deterioration in value, the company said Wednesday.

NIWOT, Colo. (AP) -Shoe company Crocs Inc., best known for its bright plastic clogs, said Wednesday it swung to a first-quarter loss, hurt by charges, but revenue climbed past Wall Street's expectations and shares rose after hours.

MAUMEE, Ohio (AP) -The Andersons Inc., a diversified company involved in agriculture, railcars and retail, said Wednesday its first-quarter profit fell 15 percent as income from its grain and ethanol division fell sharply.

WASHINGTON (AP) -Educational software company Blackboard Inc. said Wednesday that it swung to a first-quarter loss as rising product revenue was overshadowed by climbing operating expenses.

STERLING, Va. (AP) -NeuStar Inc., a provider of clearinghouse services for communications companies, said Wednesday it swung to a first-quarter loss as a hefty charge offset revenue growth.

CORONA, Calif. (AP) -Beverage maker Hansen Natural Corp. said Wednesday its first-quarter profit climbed 43 percent on strong sales of its Monster energy drinks.