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FBK

Analysts have mixed opinions on FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) with recent ratings showing a range from 'Somewhat Bullish' to 'Somewhat Bearish'. The average 12-month price target has increased by 4.24% to $43.0. Key analysts have adjusted their ratings and price targets, reflecting dynamic market conditions and company performance.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

July 16, 2024 | 6:00 pm

NUE

Over the past three months, 7 analysts have evaluated Nucor (NYSE:NUE) with mixed opinions. The average 12-month price target has dropped by 4.39% to $186.43. Recent analyst actions include multiple downgrades and lowered price targets, reflecting cautious sentiment towards Nucor's stock.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

July 16, 2024 | 6:00 pm

ZM

Zoom Video Communications Inc (NASDAQ:ZM) experienced a meteoric rise during the COVID-19 pandemic, with its stock value increasing by almost 900% in a year. However, security issues and misrepresentation of encryption practices led to a significant decline in stock value and a class-action lawsuit. In October 2023, Zoom settled the lawsuit by agreeing to pay $150M to affected investors. Despite improvements in security, Zoom faces stiff competition from Microsoft Teams and Google Meet.

Portfolio Pulse from Stan Vick

July 16, 2024 | 5:58 pm

COIN

Hester Peirce, a commissioner at the SEC, is considered a potential successor to Gary Gensler if Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidential election. Peirce advocates for cooperation between the SEC and CFTC and consistent treatment of crypto ETFs. A Trump administration could adopt a less stringent regulatory approach towards cryptocurrencies, potentially benefiting firms like Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN).

Portfolio Pulse from Ivan Crnogatić

July 16, 2024 | 5:58 pm

AVGO

Oppenheimer analyst Rick Schafer maintains an Outperform rating on Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) and adjusts the price target to $200 from $2000, reflecting a 10-for-1 stock split.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 16, 2024 | 5:58 pm

BAC

WBD

Bank of America (BofA) Securities suggests that Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) could create more shareholder value by exploring options such as a spin-off. BofA notes that the current structure as a consolidated public entity is 'not working'.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 16, 2024 | 5:57 pm

DAL

LUV

UAL

Shares of airline companies are trading higher amid possible optimism that the Fed will cut rates.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 16, 2024 | 5:54 pm

ANGO

AngioDynamics Inc (NASDAQ: ANGO) reported a smaller-than-expected adjusted EPS loss for Q4 2024 and beat sales estimates. The company announced a $15 million stock repurchase program and provided an optimistic outlook for fiscal year 2025, expecting net sales to grow by 4.2%-6.4% year over year. ANGO shares rose 25.6% following the news.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

July 16, 2024 | 5:51 pm

LLY

NVO

SNY

The U.S. Senate will review Novo Nordisk's decision to discontinue its long-acting insulin Levemir by the end of 2024. This move has raised concerns among lawmakers and experts about the impact on diabetes patients. Novo Nordisk, along with Eli Lilly and Sanofi, controls the U.S. insulin market and has recently agreed to cut insulin prices by up to 75% starting in 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

July 16, 2024 | 5:49 pm

SMG

Scotts Miracle-Gro shares have resumed trading after a temporary halt.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 16, 2024 | 5:48 pm