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META

The analysis compares Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) with competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry, focusing on financial metrics like P/E, P/B, P/S, ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth. Meta has a lower P/E ratio than the industry average, suggesting potential value. However, its P/B and P/S ratios are higher, indicating possible overvaluation. Meta's ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth are significantly above the industry average, reflecting strong profitability and growth prospects. The company also has a lower debt-to-equity ratio compared to its top 4 peers.

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December 08, 2023 | 4:01 pm

EQIX

Equinix (NASDAQ:EQIX) has received 4 analyst ratings in the last quarter, with 2 somewhat bullish and 2 indifferent, and no bearish ratings. The average price target is $808.0, representing a slight upside from the current price of $801.38. This is a 1.66% decrease from the previous average price target of $821.67. Analyst ratings are opinions on stock performance and are updated quarterly.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:01 pm

PLTR

The article provides an in-depth competitor analysis of Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) against its peers in the Software industry. It evaluates financial metrics such as P/E, P/B, P/S ratios, ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, revenue growth, and debt-to-equity ratio. Palantir shows a high P/E ratio, suggesting a premium valuation, a lower P/B ratio indicating potential undervaluation, and a high P/S ratio which could mean overvaluation relative to sales. The company's ROE is below the industry average, indicating potential inefficiency, and its EBITDA and gross profit are also below the industry average. However, Palantir's revenue growth exceeds the industry average, showing strong sales expansion. The company has a lower debt-to-equity ratio compared to its top 4 peers, indicating a stronger financial position with less reliance on debt.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:00 pm

ARRY

Array Technologies (NASDAQ:ARRY) has received 12 analyst ratings in the last quarter, with an average price target of $27.83, which is significantly higher than its current price of $16.315. The ratings include 5 bullish, 3 somewhat bullish, and 4 indifferent, with no bearish ratings. The current average price target has decreased by 11.37% from the previous target of $31.40.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:00 pm

GD

Over the past 20 years, General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has produced an average annual return of 9.28%, outperforming the market. A $1000 investment in GD 20 years ago would now be worth $5,990.04. The company currently has a market cap of $68.92 billion.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:00 pm

MDB

MongoDB (NASDAQ:MDB) has significantly outperformed the market with an average annual return of 34.51% over the past 5 years. An initial investment of $100 in MDB 5 years ago would be worth $451.54 today. The company's market capitalization stands at $26.98 billion.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:00 pm

AMZN

A comparative study of Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN) and its competitors in the Broadline Retail industry reveals that Amazon has a high P/E, P/B, and P/S ratios, indicating a premium market valuation. Despite this, Amazon shows strong profitability with higher ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit compared to industry averages. However, its revenue growth is lower than the industry average. The company's lower debt-to-equity ratio suggests a strong financial position relative to its top 4 peers.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 08, 2023 | 4:00 pm

AVGO

TD Cowen analyst Matthew Ramsay has maintained a 'Market Perform' rating on Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) and increased the price target from $900 to $1000. This adjustment reflects a positive outlook on the company's performance and potential growth.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 08, 2023 | 3:58 pm

MBI

MBIA Inc. (NYSE:MBI) shares surged 65% after announcing an $8.00 per share cash dividend, totaling approximately $409 million. The dividend follows approvals for $647.245 million in dividends from its subsidiary, National Public Finance Guarantee Corporation. MBIA received a $550 million dividend in December 2023 and an additional $97.245 million dividend in November 2023. The company will retain some dividends for corporate purposes, and future dividends are subject to regulatory approval and financial conditions. The tax implications for investors will be clarified with the 2023 financial results in February 2024. MBIA's stock has fluctuated between a 52-week high of $14.00 and a low of $6.07.

Portfolio Pulse from Henry Khederian

December 08, 2023 | 3:56 pm

SMAR

Truist Securities analyst Terry Tillman has reaffirmed a Buy rating on Smartsheet (NYSE:SMAR) and increased the price target from $50 to $55.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 08, 2023 | 3:55 pm