J.M. Smucker's Q1 Performance Outshines Peers: Analyst Spotlights Strong Brands, Leverage & Category Reach
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Stifel analyst Matthew E. Smith reiterated a Hold rating on J.M. Smucker Company (NYSE:SJM), but lowered the price target to $150 from $160. The company reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $2.21, beating the consensus of $2.04. The analyst highlighted the company's strong performance relative to its peers, supported by improved category exposure and strong brands. The company's balance sheet has significantly improved, providing the potential for M&A and share repurchases. However, SJM shares are trading lower by 1.57% to $143.65.
August 30, 2023 | 6:26 pm
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Despite a positive Q1 report and an improved balance sheet, J.M. Smucker's stock price is trading lower. The lowered price target by Stifel analyst could have contributed to this.
J.M. Smucker reported a strong Q1 performance, beating EPS consensus and showing improved balance sheet. However, the stock price is trading lower, which could be due to the lowered price target by Stifel analyst. This suggests that the market may have reacted negatively to the analyst's price target revision.
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