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WRK

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) has been analyzed by 4 financial analysts, maintaining an 'Indifferent' consensus with no change in ratings over the last 30 days. The average 12-month price target is $43.25, up from $41.00, with a high of $48.00 and a low of $40.00. Analysts from Wells Fargo, Truist Securities, and RBC Capital have adjusted their price targets, reflecting their response to WestRock's performance and market conditions. WestRock's financials show a decline in revenue growth, a strong net margin, and ROE, as well as a healthy debt-to-equity ratio.

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January 29, 2024 | 2:00 pm

MSCI

MSCI (NYSE:MSCI) is expected to release its quarterly earnings report on January 30, 2024, with an estimated EPS of $3.29. Investors are looking for an earnings beat and positive guidance for future growth. Historically, MSCI's stock price has shown varied reactions to past earnings performances. As of January 26, MSCI shares traded at $549.29, with a 3.35% increase over the last 52 weeks. Positive long-term shareholder sentiment may influence the stock's reaction to the upcoming earnings report.

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January 29, 2024 | 2:00 pm

CP

Canadian Pacific Railway (NYSE:CP) is expected to report Q4 earnings on January 30, 2024, with an estimated EPS of $0.84. Investors are looking for an earnings beat and positive guidance for future growth. Historically, CP's stock price has shown modest reactions to earnings beats or misses. Shares are currently trading at $78.6, with a slight 0.38% decline over the past 52 weeks, indicating a bearish sentiment among long-term shareholders.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 29, 2024 | 2:00 pm

EXP

Eagle Materials (NYSE:EXP) has received varied analyst ratings over the past quarter, with 3 bullish and 1 somewhat bullish ratings. The 12-month price targets have an average of $226.25, up 14.41% from the previous target. Analysts from Raymond James, Truist Securities, Goldman Sachs, and Stifel have all raised their price targets for EXP. The company's financial performance shows strong revenue growth, net margin, ROE, and ROA, but a higher debt-to-equity ratio than industry norms. Eagle Materials produces construction products and building materials for various industries, including oil and natural gas extraction.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 29, 2024 | 2:00 pm

MMAT

Trading for MMAT was halted and then resumed at 8:55 AM ET, with updated quotation resumption times following the release of news.

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January 29, 2024 | 1:55 pm

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ETST

RVP

Insiders at Retractable Technologies, Perspective Therapeutics, ADM Endeavors, and Earth Science Tech have recently purchased shares of their respective companies, signaling confidence in their prospects. Retractable Technologies reported an operational loss for the first nine months of 2023, while Perspective Therapeutics received a Buy rating and price target from B. Riley Securities. ADM Endeavors' stock has risen significantly over the past month, and Earth Science Tech reported a net profit for its fiscal second quarter.

Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor

January 29, 2024 | 1:53 pm

MGRC

WSC

McGrath RentCorp (NASDAQ:MGRC) shares surged premarket after WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:WSC) agreed to acquire the company for $3.8 billion, including $800 million of net debt. The deal offers a 10.1% premium over McGrath's closing price on January 26, 2024, with shareholders receiving either $123.00 in cash or 2.8211 WillScot shares per McGrath share. The acquisition, expected to close in Q2 2024, will give McGrath shareholders a 12.6% stake in the combined entity and is anticipated to strengthen WillScot's position in North American turnkey space solutions. WillScot's CEO anticipates the merger to accelerate growth, with a pro forma revenue of $3.2 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $1.4 billion, aiming for a $700 million free cash flow run-rate post-merger. MGRC shares are up 8.55% at $121.30, while WSC stock is down 3.68% at $43.46 premarket.

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

January 29, 2024 | 1:49 pm

SGN

Signing Day Sports, Inc (NYSE:SGN) reported a significant increase in the number of paid subscribers for its Signing Day Sports app, with a more than five-fold increase in 2023 and a 20% sequential monthly growth in January 2024. The growth is attributed to partnerships with organizations like the U.S. Army Bowl and Elite Development Program Soccer, which facilitated bulk registrations. The U.S. Army Bowl National Combine Series is expected to introduce the app to over 4,000 student-athletes, with about half of the free trials historically converting to paid subscriptions. SGN shares closed up 5.88% at $0.72.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

January 29, 2024 | 1:45 pm

REVG

REV Group's stock is trading higher following the announcement of a special dividend to shareholders. This move is likely to attract dividend investors and could be seen as a positive signal about the company's financial health and its ability to generate cash.

Portfolio Pulse from Luke J Jacobi

January 29, 2024 | 1:43 pm

AMZN

IRBT

iRobot's stock is trading lower following the termination of its acquisition agreement with Amazon. In response, iRobot has announced an operational restructuring plan to address the fallout.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

January 29, 2024 | 1:42 pm