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Seaport Global Upgrades Texas Instruments to Buy From Neutral, Price Target is $400

Texas Instruments (TXN) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $287.93, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$TXN

Research38d ago

Gordon Haskett Downgrades Dollar General to Hold From Buy, Adjusts Price Target to $110 From $140

Dollar General (DG) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $141.59, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$DG

Research38d ago

Mizuho Initiates Q32 Bio at Outperform With $14 Price Target

Q32 Bio (QTTB) has an average rating of buy and mean price target of $14.25, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$QTTB

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KeyBanc Upgrades Zoom Communications to Sector Weight From Underweight, Removes $74 Price Target

Zoom Communications (ZM) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $105.80, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$ZM

Research38d ago

Jefferies Upgrades Generac Holdings to Buy From Hold, Adjusts Price Target to $302 From $239

Generac Holdings (GNRC) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $281.21, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$GNRC

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Loop Capital Initiates American Express at Buy With $389 Price Target

American Express (AXP) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $364.74, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$AXP

Research38d ago

Loop Capital Initiates Synchrony Financial at Hold With $81 Price Target

Synchrony Financial (SYF) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $89.04, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$SYF

Research38d ago

Bernstein Initiates Incyte at Market Perform With $99 Price Target

Incyte (INCY) has an average rating of overweight and mean price target of $109.57, according to analysts polled by FactSet.(covers equity, commodity and economic research from major banks and research firms in North America, Asia and Europe. Research providers may contact us here: https://www..com/contact-us)

$INCY

Research38d ago

Research Alert: CFRA Maintains Buy Opinion On Adss Of Vipshop Holdings Limited

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:We lower our 12-month target price for Vipshop to USD18.00 (from USD21.00), based on 6.6x our 2026 EPADS estimate. The P/E multiple represents a valuation broadly in line with the company's three-year historical average of 6.5x, which we believe is justified by: (i) strategic growth in the high-value SVIP customer segment; (ii) demonstrated earnings resilience despite challenging macroeconomic conditions; and (iii) disciplined cost management. We keep our 2026 EPADS estimate at CNY18.50 and lower 2027's to CNY20.30 from CNY20.32. While near-term revenue visibility remains limited given macroeconomic headwinds and cautious Q2 2026 guidance, we expect sequential improvement in 2H 2026 as seasonality normalizes and AI-driven merchandising initiatives gain traction. We believe the market is underestimating Vipshop's defensive business model resilience even as the management has demonstrated commitment to shareholder returns through both dividends and buybacks.

$VIPS

Research39d ago

Research Alert: CFRA Maintains Hold Opinion On Shares Of Target Corporation

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:We lift our 12-month target by $3 to $133, approximately 16x our FY 27 (Jan.) EPS estimate of $8.31 (up from $8.15; FY 28 up to $9.19 from $8.83) and in line with the company's long-term average forward P/E. TGT's Apr-Q results exceeded expectations across nearly every key metric (e.g., comp sales, margins, EPS). Yet shares declined as management adopted a more cautious tone regarding the coming quarter, citing elevated gasoline prices and subdued consumer sentiment. We would also note that retailers such as TGT may have benefited from an outsized lift in discretionary spending during Q1, supported by the larger tax refunds that many consumers received this year. Looking ahead, TGT faces more demanding comparisons in the Jul-Q as it laps prior-year Nintendo Switch 2 sales, and cost pressures from fuel and transportation could intensify. Given the company's history of execution missteps and its ongoing turnaround strategy, we believe a Hold rating remains appropriate.

$TGT

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Cae Q4: Transformation Plan Targets Up To Cad1b Soi, Adjusted Eps Down 11% Y/y

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:CAE reported Q4 revenue of CAD1,326.7M (+4% Y/Y), bringing FY revenue to CAD4.9B (+4% Y/Y), but adjusted EPS fell to CAD0.42 from CAD0.47. Civil faced headwinds as training center utilization dropped to 70% from 74% and operating margins compressed to 18.6% from 21.5%, while Defense delivered stronger performance with margins expanding to 9.2% from 7.5%. Results reflect ongoing Civil demand challenges amid volatile macro conditions, though Defense continues benefiting from increased spending. Management guides FY 27 to low-single-digit revenue growth, 14.6%-15.1% operating margins, and EPS of CAD1.21-1.28, assuming Middle East conflicts settle early. The company announced a transformation plan targeting CAD125-150M in annual savings by FY 30, including removing 10% of commercial simulators and consolidating real estate. We expect restructuring to improve efficiency, while Defense momentum should continue supporting margin expansion despite Civil headwinds persisting.

$CAE

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Cprt: Earnings Ahead Of Expectations; Executes Massive Buybacks

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:CPRT posted Apr-Q EPS of $0.43 vs. $0.42 (+2%), ahead of the $0.41 consensus. The beat was driven by stronger-than-expected sales and gross margins, as revenue rose 2.1% to $1.24B ($40M above consensus) and gross margin expanded 70 bps to 46.3% (70 bps above consensus). Results reflected improved service and vehicle sales revenue growth, combined with effective cost management in a challenging operating environment. During the quarter, CPRT repurchased $1.41B of stock, a sharp increase from the $218M of buybacks it had made during the prior two quarters. CPRT continues to possess one of the industry's strongest balance sheets ($4.11B of net cash) and maintains ample capacity to buy back more stock - and is authorized to do so. CPRT shares are currently trading 1% lower after hours. We view the weakness as unjustified considering its better-than-expected sales and margins. The vehicle auction market has faced significant headwinds over the last few quarters, but we found CPRT's results encouraging.

$CPRT

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Wday Beats Estimates; Reiterates Sales Expectations But Raises Margin Outlook

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:WDAY reported Q1 FY 27 non-GAAP EPS of $2.66, beating consensus by $0.14, while total revenues of $2.542B grew 13.5% Y/Y, ahead of estimates by $20M. Subscription revenues of $2.354B grew 14.3% Y/Y, exceeding guidance, while professional services revenue of $188M grew 3.9% Y/Y, and non-GAAP operating margin reached 31.8%, significantly ahead of 30.5% guidance and up 160 bps Y/Y. Although 12-month subscription backlog growth decelerated to 15.5% from Q4's 15.8%, we think the growth rates still reflect healthy momentum. Management reiterated FY 27 subscription revenue guidance of $9.925-$9.950B (12-13% growth) but raised full-year non-GAAP operating margin guidance to 30.5% from 30.0%. We think WDAY's maintained revenue outlook puts total revenue projections ahead of consensus estimates of $10.663B. The strong operational leverage demonstrated by the 130 bps margin beat and 52.3% operating cash flow growth to $696M supports our positive view on execution capabilities.

$WDAY

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Zoom Communications Reports Strong Results, Ai Continues To Show Promise

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Zoom delivered its strongest quarterly revenue growth, with Q1 FY 27 revenue of $1,239M (+5.5% Y/Y), accelerating from Q4's 5.3% growth rate. Enterprise revenue of $755.7M (+7.2% Y/Y) drove the strong outperformance, while Online revenue of $483.3M (+2.8% Y/Y) continued stabilizing. The AI transformation showed strong traction, with AI Companion paid users growing 184% Y/Y and continued high double-digit Contact Center growth. Management provided confident Q2 revenue guidance of $1.265B-$1.270B and FY 27 revenue of $5.080B-$5.090B, plus secured an additional $1B share repurchase authorization. Customer metrics improved, with $100K+ revenue customers growing 8.2% Y/Y to 4,534 and Enterprise net dollar expansion advancing to 99% from 98%. Operating margins expanded significantly, with non-GAAP margin improving 130 bps Y/Y to 41.1% and robust free cash flow increasing to $500.5M. We expect AI monetization products to drive continued growth momentum.

$ZM

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Deckers Outdoor Brands Beats Estimates On Hoka And Ugg Strength

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:DECK posted Q4 FY 26 EPS of $0.96 vs. $1.00 in the prior year, $0.13 above consensus estimates on revenues of $1.119B vs. $1.02B (up 9.6%) and $34M above estimates. HOKA revenues increased 14.5% to $671.2M, while UGG increased 9.2% to $408.6M, though operating margin compressed 300 bps to 14.0% due to SG&A expenses jumping 20.2% as gross margin expanded 90 bps. We are excited to see the progress internationally, with international sales surging 25.5%, which should help insulate DECK from higher U.S. tariffs, and we view the company as a top pick in the footwear space. DECK initiated FY 27 guidance, with revenue growth in the high-single-digit percentages and EPS between $7.30 and $7.45, slightly above consensus of $7.34. The company continues to see strong growth for HOKA and UGG brands globally. With shares trading under 15x its FY 27 EPS guidance, we believe DECK offers compelling value, as both brands maintain strong momentum despite challenging retail conditions.

$DECK

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Take Two Interactive Reports Solid Q4 Fy 26 Results, All Eyes On Gta Vi Launch

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Take-Two delivered Q4 FY 26 results with net bookings of $1.58B (flat Y/Y) meeting guidance, while full-year bookings of $6.72B (+19% Y/Y) exceeded expectations. GAAP revenue of $1.68B (+6% Y/Y) in Q4 and $6.66B (+18% Y/Y) for the full year reflected broad-based portfolio strength, with net loss narrowing dramatically due to absence of prior-year goodwill impairments. We believe the company's live services model demonstrates durability, with recurrent consumer spending expanding 7% in Q4 and 17% for the full year, now representing 82% and 78% of total bookings. Management highlighted the November 19 GTA VI launch as a key catalyst, with marketing beginning this summer. We expect continued momentum from NBA 2K26, GTA Online, and mobile titles including Toon Blast and Match Factory!, while the strengthened cash position of nearly $2.0B provides substantial flexibility. Mobile's 52% share of Q4 bookings and growing direct-to-consumer channels support margin expansion, in our view.

$TTWO

Research39d ago

Research Alert: Ross Stores Q1 2026 Handily Beats Estimates; Raises Full-year Guidance

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Ross Stores delivered exceptional Q1 2026 results with EPS of $2.02 (+37% Y/Y), $0.32 above consensus and well above the guidance range of $1.60-$1.67, and total sales of $6.01B (+21% Y/Y), $407M above estimates. Comparable store sales surged 17% versus flat performance in the prior year, driven by customer traffic growth and enhanced marketing initiatives. Operating margin expanded significantly 120 bps to 13.4%, well above the guided range of 11.8%-12.1%, demonstrating strong operational leverage from sales outperformance. Management raised fiscal 2026 guidance meaningfully, with comparable store sales now expected to grow 6%-7% and EPS guidance increased to $7.50-$7.74, representing 13%-17% growth versus $6.61 in the prior year. The company repurchased $319M in shares during the quarter and maintains $4.13B in cash. We believe the 5% share price reaction is warranted as the company is firing on all cylinders, with shares trading at 30x the high end of full-year EPS guidance.

$ROST

Research39d ago

Research Alert: CFRA Maintains Hold Rating On Shares Of Equifax, Inc.

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:We lower our 12-month target price by $35 to $175, based on 18.6x our 2027 EPS estimate vs its three-year historical forward P/E average of 31.7x and the peer average of 13.9x. We decrease our 2026 EPS view to $8.46 from $8.54 and our 2027 EPS to $9.40 from $9.60. We have become more cautious on EFX, though we remain positive on the new product rollout and the Vitality Index achieving 17% in Q1. The latest tri-merge note from Washington Analysis, CFRA's policy team, highlights that while GSEs confirmed "not initially" changing tri-merge requirements, FHFA exploration of single-report options creates persistent regulatory uncertainty that weighs on the stock's valuation multiple. The Iran conflict threatens to disrupt recent strong credit quality and spending trends through potential oil price shocks and economic volatility, which could suppress mortgage origination volumes. We see AI innovation as an emerging risk that could introduce longer-term structural challenges to the bureau oligopoly business model.

$EFX

Research39d ago

Research Alert: CFRA Maintains Buy Rating On Shares Of Guardant Health

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:We raise our 12-month target by $28 to $140, reflecting a 9.6x multiple of our 2026 EV/sales estimate, below GH's one-year historical forward average of 10.6x and above the three-year forward average of 7.6x. We narrow our 2026 loss per share estimate by $0.01 to -$1.42 and narrow 2027's by $0.12 to -$0.62. We think GH's strengthening growth outlook gains support from yesterday's FDA approval of the updated Guardant360 Liquid CDx test, which incorporates a 100x greater genomic footprint than the previous version and supports significantly greater tumor sensitivity, with a rapid turnaround time of just seven days. We think the approval may expand GH's addressable market and support higher testing volumes, supported by recent momentum from partnerships with pharma and lab testing firms, while potentially accelerating GH's path toward profitability (anticipated around late 2027 to early 2028).

$GH

Research39d ago

Research Alert: CFRA Moves To Buy From Hold On Shares Of Lowe's Companies, Inc.

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Our 12-month target price of $249 (down from $274) is 20x our FY 27 EPS view of $12.44. The multiple is a premium to the ten-year P/E mean of 18.3x, justified by secular demand drivers, including an aging U.S. housing stock, record home equity levels, and a U.S. home shortage. Additionally, we think recent acquisitions will position LOW for significant market share gains. Our FY 27 EPS view of $12.44 is revised from $12.45 and FY 28 EPS of $13.34 is revised from $13.64. Although we think markets are pricing in the pressured existing housing market as a result of the higher-for-longer interest rate environment and higher fuel prices, we see LOW as positioned to offset some of this pressure with its recent acquisitions, which target the new housing market and commercial demand, as it has recently won new contracts for projects like data centers, stadiums, and municipalities. We also see LOW continuing to benefit from demand in its appliances departments, which should continue as the replacement cycle gains momentum.

$LOW

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