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Honda Motor Co Ltd (NYSE:HMC) is investing $11 billion in Ontario, Canada, for an EV value chain, including assembly and battery plants, following a $4.4 billion investment in a U.S. battery plant. This move contrasts with Ford Motor Co's reported losses of $36,000 to $65,000 per EV sold and GM's $1.7 billion loss in its EV business in 2023, while Tesla and Rivian also face challenges in profitability. Ford's CFO promises cost-cutting measures amid declining revenues and changing consumer preferences for cheaper EVs. Honda's project, starting production in 2028 with a 240,000 annual unit capacity, aims for an all-EV and fuel cell vehicle offering by 2040, expecting to create 1,000 jobs with government support.

Portfolio Pulse from Anthony Noto

April 26, 2024 | 3:14 pm

TW

Tradeweb Markets (NASDAQ:TW) has been the subject of 8 analyst ratings over the last three months, showing a diverse range of opinions from bullish to bearish. The average 12-month price target for TW has risen to $116.62, up 4.48% from the previous $111.62. Analysts from firms including Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan have raised their price targets, reflecting optimism about the company's performance. Tradeweb Markets, a leading fixed-income trading platform, has shown a revenue growth of 26.26% and a net margin of 24.11%, outperforming industry benchmarks.

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April 26, 2024 | 3:01 pm

CUBI

Analysts have mixed views on Customers Bancorp (NYSE:CUBI), with recent evaluations showing a shift towards a more bullish stance. The average 12-month price target has been raised to $68.5, indicating a 9.16% increase from the previous target. The company's financial performance is strong, with significant revenue growth, high net margin, and exceptional ROE and ROA, despite challenges in debt management.

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April 26, 2024 | 3:00 pm

BXMT

Recent analyst evaluations of Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT) show a diverse range of opinions, with a general shift towards a more cautious outlook. Over the last three months, 10 analysts have provided ratings, with the majority being indifferent. The average 12-month price target has been adjusted down by 6.15% to $19.85. Analysts from firms like Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, JP Morgan, UBS, Wells Fargo, BTIG, and B of A Securities have lowered their price targets, reflecting concerns over the company's market position, revenue decline, and financial metrics such as net margin, ROE, ROA, and a high debt-to-equity ratio.

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April 26, 2024 | 3:00 pm

SPSC

SPS Commerce (NASDAQ:SPSC) has received mixed analyst ratings over the past three months, with an updated average 12-month price target of $201.0, reflecting a 16.86% increase from the previous target of $172.00. Analysts from Baird, Needham, and Citigroup have adjusted their ratings and price targets, indicating a generally positive outlook. SPS Commerce, a provider of cloud-based supply chain management services, has shown a revenue growth of 18.81% and maintains strong financial metrics such as a high net margin of 13.11% and an ROE of 2.94%, despite a market capitalization below industry averages.

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April 26, 2024 | 3:00 pm

LYB

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:LYB) reported a mixed Q1 fiscal 2024 performance with revenues of $9.925 billion, slightly down from the previous year but above consensus estimates. Adjusted EBITDA and EPS both declined year-over-year but also beat consensus estimates. The company benefited from lower natural gas costs in North America and faced challenges in Europe due to Red Sea logistics issues. Weak global demand for durable goods impacted polypropylene and propylene oxide volumes and margins. Operating cash flow turned negative due to a build in working capital, but the company maintained strong liquidity. LYB expects seasonal demand improvements in Q2 and plans to operate assets in line with market demand.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

April 26, 2024 | 2:53 pm

CHTR

RSPC

YALL

Charter Communications Inc (NASDAQ:CHTR) reported a slight revenue growth of 0.2% in Q1 2024 to $13.68 billion, missing expectations. EPS was $7.55, below the consensus of $7.92. The company saw a drop in residential internet and video customers but grew in internet, mobile service, and commercial sectors. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 40.2%, though free cash flow decreased due to higher capital expenditures. Charter reiterated its 2024 capex outlook and maintains its revenue and EPS consensus. CHTR stock has fallen over 19% in the past 12 months.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

April 26, 2024 | 2:41 pm

GOOGL

MSFT

SAIA

XPO

Microsoft and Alphabet reported strong earnings, leading to gains in their stock prices. Meanwhile, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index came in above estimates, indicating higher consumer spending. However, freight stocks like SAIA Inc. and XPO Logistics experienced a decline.

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April 26, 2024 | 2:09 pm

SPY

The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index for April came in at 77.2, below the estimated 77.8 and down from the previous month's 79.4. This indicates a slight decline in consumer confidence.

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April 26, 2024 | 2:01 pm

COLB

Nine analysts have recently reviewed Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:COLB), all maintaining an indifferent stance with no changes in bullish or bearish ratings over the last three months. The average 12-month price target for COLB has been adjusted to $21.00, down from $23.75, indicating a potential downside. Analysts from firms including Barclays, Wells Fargo, and JP Morgan have adjusted their price targets and ratings, reflecting a cautious outlook on the company's financial performance. Despite a significant revenue growth rate of 52.53% as of December 31, 2023, concerns about Columbia Banking System's net margin, ROE, ROA, and high debt-to-equity ratio have been highlighted.

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April 26, 2024 | 2:01 pm