Walgreens' Rally Sputters Amid Takeover Chatter (Rating Downgrade)
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Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has been downgraded from a buy to a hold due to balanced risks and less compelling valuation. Despite a 10% gain since September, new fundamental developments and tepid M&A trends warrant caution. WBA's Q4 results beat expectations, but a soft FY 2025 guide, store closures, and ongoing sales pressures pose significant risks.
December 20, 2024 | 3:00 pm
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Walgreens Boots Alliance has been downgraded from a buy to a hold due to balanced risks and less compelling valuation. Despite a 10% gain since September, new fundamental developments and tepid M&A trends warrant caution. Q4 results beat expectations, but a soft FY 2025 guide, store closures, and ongoing sales pressures pose significant risks.
The downgrade from buy to hold indicates a less favorable outlook for WBA. Despite a recent 10% gain, the soft FY 2025 guidance, store closures, and ongoing sales pressures present significant risks. The mention of tepid M&A trends further suggests a cautious approach, impacting short-term stock performance negatively.
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