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Jim Cramer discussed various stocks on CNBC's 'Mad Money Lightning Round,' offering mixed recommendations. He advised waiting on DICK'S Sporting Goods due to its parabolic move, praised Iron Mountain and Toyota for their potential despite recent price movements, and criticized Rockwell Automation for a poor quarterly report. Cramer was hesitant about Joby Aviation's distance from profitability and Palantir Technologies' recent surge, while expressing a need for a good quarter from Dutch Bros and recommending Sempra for its yield and growth potential. Analysts and company announcements provided additional context for these evaluations.

Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor

February 14, 2024 | 2:06 pm

BB

RBC Capital analyst Paul Treiber maintains a Sector Perform rating on BlackBerry (NYSE:BB) and lowers the price target from $4 to $3.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 14, 2024 | 2:05 pm

WM

Analyst ratings for Waste Management (NYSE:WM) show a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments, with recent actions including rating raises and updated price targets. The average 12-month price target is $198.83, indicating a positive outlook. Waste Management, a leading provider of waste services in the US, has shown solid financial performance with a notable market cap, revenue growth, and profitability metrics. However, its debt-to-equity ratio suggests higher financial risk.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

ELV

Elevance Health (NYSE:ELV) has received 7 analyst ratings in the last three months, all somewhat bullish, with a recent shift in sentiment and price targets. The average 12-month price target is now $556.29, down from $562.67. Elevance Health, a leading U.S. health insurer and the largest provider of Blue Cross Blue Shield branded coverage, faces revenue challenges with a -0.47% decline but shows strong profitability and financial health indicators.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

IPGP

Analysts have provided diverse opinions on IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP), with 4 bullish ratings unchanged over the past quarter. The average 12-month price target was adjusted to $122.5, a 2.0% decrease. Financial indicators show IPG Photonics has a strong market position, with significant market capitalization, exceptional net margin, and above-average ROE and ROA, despite a revenue decline of -13.64% over the last 3 months.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

GFS

GLOBALFOUNDRIES (NASDAQ:GFS) has received mixed analyst ratings over the last three months, with a shift towards a more bullish stance in the last 30 days. The average 12-month price target for GFS has been adjusted to $65.2, down from $69.67, reflecting a 6.42% decrease. Analysts from firms including Cantor Fitzgerald, Susquehanna, JP Morgan, and B of A Securities have updated their ratings and price targets, indicating varied expectations for the company's performance. GLOBALFOUNDRIES, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, faces challenges in market capitalization, revenue growth, net margin, ROE, ROA, and debt management.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

ULTA

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) has been analyzed by 13 analysts, showing a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments. The average 12-month price target is $529.77, up 5.3% from the previous target. Analyst actions include ratings adjustments and price target changes, reflecting recent company performance and market conditions. Ulta Beauty, with 1,355 stores and a partnership with Target, is a leading beauty retailer in the U.S. Financial indicators such as market capitalization, revenue growth, net margin, ROE, and ROA surpass industry averages, indicating a strong market position and financial performance.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

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Following a surprise inflation reading, U.S. equity markets plunged, with the CBOE VIX Volatility Index spiking to a 3-month high. The ProShares Vix Mid-Term Futures ETF (VIXM) and SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) saw significant movements. Analysts suggest a market correction is due, with a shift from growth stocks to value stocks like utilities and energy. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) and the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) could benefit, as could aerospace and defense sectors.

Portfolio Pulse from Neil Dennis

February 14, 2024 | 1:58 pm