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GNRC

Citigroup analyst J.B. Lowe has maintained a Neutral rating on Generac Holdings (GNRC) and increased the price target from $124 to $128.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:02 pm

KLAC

KLA (NASDAQ:KLAC) has been analyzed by 16 analysts, showing a diverse range of perspectives with recent evaluations leading to an average 12-month price target of $634.69, an 11.84% increase from the previous target. The company's financial performance indicates challenges in revenue growth with a -16.66% decline, yet it maintains strong profitability metrics such as a net margin of 23.43% and ROE of 19.31%. Concerns are raised over its high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.0.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:01 pm

PANW

Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) received mixed ratings from 22 analysts, with a shift towards more bullish sentiments in recent months. The average 12-month price target is $312.82, marking a 9.76% increase from the previous target. Analysts' actions include raising and maintaining ratings, reflecting adjustments to market conditions and company performance. Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity vendor, shows strong financial performance with a 20.13% revenue growth rate, a net margin of 10.34%, and an ROE of 9.91%, outperforming industry averages.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:01 pm

FCX

Deep-pocketed investors have shown a bullish sentiment towards Freeport-McMoRan (FCX), with a significant surge in options activity reported by Benzinga. The activity includes both calls and puts with a focus on a price band between $33.0 and $45.0. The current trading volume and open interest for FCX options have been highlighted, alongside notable options activities. FCX's current market standing shows a slight increase in stock price, with an RSI indicating a neutral position. An analyst from RBC Capital has adjusted the rating to Sector Perform with a price target of $55.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:01 pm

CMI

Analyst ratings for Cummins (NYSE:CMI) over the last quarter show a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments, with a recent positive shift in the 12-month price target to $255.2. Key analysts from Citigroup, B of A Securities, JP Morgan, and Morgan Stanley have updated their ratings and price targets, reflecting changes in market conditions and Cummins's performance. Despite competition and regulatory challenges, Cummins maintains a strong market presence, with a notable market capitalization and revenue growth, but faces challenges in net margin, ROE, and ROA.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:01 pm

F

Financial analysts have observed a bullish trend in Ford Motor (NYSE:F) options trading, with a majority of trades leaning towards optimism. Analysis of 20 unusual trades revealed a 55% bullish sentiment. The trading activity suggests a target price range of $9.35 to $17.0 for Ford Motor. The most significant options trades include both puts and calls, with varying sentiments and strike prices. Ford Motor's current market performance shows a 2.84% increase in stock price to $13.04. Analyst ratings on Ford Motor vary, with an average target price of $13.0, and recommendations ranging from Sell to Buy.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:01 pm

HOOD

Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:HOOD) has seen significant options activity, with a bullish sentiment prevailing among financial giants. Analysis revealed 23 unusual trades, with 60% being bullish. The options activity targets a price range of $9.0 to $20.0 for HOOD. Currently, HOOD's stock is up by 1.82%, trading at $11.76, with an RSI suggesting it may be approaching overbought territory. An earnings release is anticipated in 1 day, and Mizuho analyst maintains a Buy rating with a target price of $15.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:00 pm

AVGO

Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) received diverse analyst ratings over the past quarter, with a shift towards more bullish sentiments in the last 30 days. The average 12-month price target for AVGO is $1158.33, marking a 17.9% increase from the previous target of $982.50. Analysts from firms like Cantor Fitzgerald, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup have maintained or raised their ratings, reflecting optimism about Broadcom's performance. Broadcom, a major player in the semiconductor and software industries, shows strong financial indicators such as a high net margin and ROE, despite a high debt-to-equity ratio.

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February 12, 2024 | 8:00 pm

WEX

Analysts have varied opinions on WEX Inc (NYSE:WEX), with recent ratings ranging from bullish to indifferent. Over the past quarter, the sentiment has shifted slightly, with an increase in somewhat bullish ratings. The average 12-month price target for WEX is now $234.75, marking a 13.13% increase from the previous target. Analysts from Barclays, Truist Securities, JP Morgan, and Mizuho have all raised their price targets, reflecting optimism about WEX's future performance. WEX operates in corporate payment solutions, showing solid revenue growth and profitability, but faces challenges in asset utilization and carries a high debt load.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 12, 2024 | 8:00 pm

MQ

Marqeta shares are trading higher following an upgrade from Neutral to Buy by B of A Securities.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 12, 2024 | 7:45 pm