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AKYA

JP Morgan analyst Tycho Peterson has maintained an Overweight rating on Akoya Biosciences (NASDAQ:AKYA) but has lowered the price target from $12 to $10.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:06 pm

PAY

JP Morgan analyst Tien-Tsin Huang has maintained a Neutral rating on Paymentus Holdings (PAY) and increased the price target from $17 to $19.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:01 pm

CRC

California Resources (NYSE:CRC) has seen varied analyst ratings over the last three months, with a recent shift towards more bullish sentiments. The average 12-month price target for CRC has been raised to $67.00, indicating a positive outlook from analysts. Despite facing revenue challenges with a -25.43% decline, CRC boasts a high net margin of 30.97% and effective asset utilization, as evidenced by a 4.73% ROA. The company's financial strategy is marked by a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27, suggesting prudent debt management.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:01 pm

MA

Mastercard (NYSE:MA) received mixed analyst ratings over the past three months, with a shift towards more bullish perspectives in the last 30 days. The average 12-month price target for MA has increased to $492.67, reflecting a 9.51% rise from the previous target. Analysts from firms like Wells Fargo, RBC Capital, and Goldman Sachs have raised their price targets, indicating a positive outlook on Mastercard's performance. Despite lagging behind industry peers in revenue growth, Mastercard's strong market position, efficient cost management, and financial health are highlighted by its market capitalization, net margin, ROE, and ROA.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:00 pm

NOG

In the past three months, 10 analysts have provided ratings for Northern Oil & Gas (NOG), showing a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments. The recent assessments reveal a shift towards a more cautious outlook, with a decrease in the average 12-month price target to $44.6, down 9.59% from the previous target. Analyst actions include maintaining, lowering, and announcing ratings, reflecting dynamic market conditions and company performance. Northern Oil & Gas, an independent energy company, has shown strong financial performance with significant revenue growth, high net margin, and ROE, but faces challenges in debt management.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:00 pm

V

Analyst ratings for Visa (NYSE:V) have varied over the last quarter, with a recent trend towards bullishness as evidenced by raised price targets and ratings from several analysts. The average 12-month price target is now $305.42, up 6.11% from the previous $287.83. Visa's financial performance remains strong, with significant market capitalization, a positive revenue trend, exceptional net margin, ROE, and ROA, alongside efficient debt management.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:00 pm

SRE

In the last three months, 6 analysts have updated their ratings on Sempra (NYSE:SRE), showing a mix of bullish and somewhat bullish perspectives. The average 12-month price target for Sempra has increased to $81.58, up from $78.25, indicating a positive outlook on the company's financial performance. Sempra's market position is strong, with a market capitalization above industry averages, a revenue growth rate of 1.04%, and exceptional net margin and ROE figures. The company's debt management is also highlighted as positive, with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry averages.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:00 pm

SG

Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) has received mixed analyst ratings over the past three months, with a recent shift towards more positive evaluations. The average 12-month price target for SG has been raised to $15.62, indicating a 17.53% increase from the previous target. Analysts from firms like JP Morgan, RBC Capital, and Morgan Stanley have adjusted their ratings and price targets, reflecting an optimistic outlook on Sweetgreen's market performance. Despite this, Sweetgreen faces challenges in profitability and operational efficiency, as indicated by its net margin and ROE.

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March 06, 2024 | 4:00 pm

HYZN

Roth MKM analyst Craig Irwin initiates coverage on Hyzon Motors (NASDAQ:HYZN) with a Buy rating and sets a price target of $1.6.

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March 06, 2024 | 3:59 pm

NUVL

JP Morgan analyst Anupam Rama has maintained an Overweight rating on Nuvalent (NASDAQ:NUVL) and increased the price target from $68 to $98.

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March 06, 2024 | 3:58 pm