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Wall Street's most accurate analysts have recommended three financial stocks with high-dividend yields: AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC), Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY), and Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (ABR). AGNC has a dividend yield of 14.50% and received an Outperform rating with a raised price target from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods and a cut price target from JP Morgan. NLY, with a 13.33% yield, also received an Outperform rating and a raised price target from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods and a cut price target from JP Morgan. ABR has an 11.36% yield and received an Outperform rating with a maintained price target from Wedbush and a raised price target from Raymond James. AGNC and NLY reported their Q3 results, with AGNC beating EPS expectations and NLY reporting a GAAP loss. ABR announced an increase in its share repurchase program.

Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor

January 11, 2024 | 12:18 pm

MSFT

QQQ

Microsoft Corp is considering the future of its AI lab in Beijing due to security concerns and potential national security risks. U.S. lawmakers have warned about the dangers of tech collaboration with China. Debates have included options like relocating or shutting down the lab. Microsoft has taken measures to protect its technology and restrict sensitive research. Despite concerns, Microsoft remains committed to China's digital transformation, with a significant presence in the country. Microsoft stock outperformed Invesco QQQ Trust last year.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

January 11, 2024 | 12:17 pm

BTCW

Wisdomtree has launched the Wisdomtree Bitcoin Fund (BTCW), marking a significant event in the cryptocurrency space as it joins the first wave of Bitcoin ETFs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

January 11, 2024 | 12:12 pm

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TGAN

Transphorm Inc (NASDAQ:TGAN) shares surged approximately 30% following the announcement of its acquisition by Renesas Electronics Corp (OTC:RNECF) for about $339 million. The acquisition price of $5.10 per share represents a significant premium over TGAN's recent trading prices. TGAN's board has approved the deal, and major shareholder KKR Phorm Investors L.P. has agreed to vote in favor. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2024, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

January 11, 2024 | 12:11 pm

SNN

Smith+Nephew announced that their REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant significantly reduces full-thickness rotator cuff re-tear rates by 68%, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

January 11, 2024 | 12:09 pm

IVZ

Invesco, in collaboration with Galaxy Asset Management, has launched the Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (BTCO), providing investors with exposure to Bitcoin.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

January 11, 2024 | 12:04 pm

SEE

Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) has received mixed evaluations from 4 analysts in the past three months, with the latest sentiments showing 1 somewhat bullish and 3 indifferent ratings. The average 12-month price target is $39.5, with a high of $43.00 and a low of $35.00, indicating a 5.81% increase from the previous average of $37.33. Analysts from Wells Fargo, Truist Securities, and Mizuho have adjusted their ratings and price targets, reflecting their views on the company's performance and market conditions. Sealed Air operates in food and product care segments and shows a negative revenue trend, a high net margin, and ROE, but struggles with a high debt-to-equity ratio.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 11, 2024 | 12:00 pm

FANG

Diamondback Energy (NASDAQ:FANG) has received mixed analyst ratings over the past three months, with 13 analysts offering a range of bullish to indifferent perspectives. The average 12-month price target for FANG has increased by 1.73% to $190.15, with a high estimate of $225.00 and a low of $169.00. Several analysts have adjusted their price targets and ratings, with some raising and others lowering their expectations. Diamondback Energy is an independent oil and gas producer with strong financial indicators such as a high net margin and ROA, but a lower than average ROE. The company's revenue declined by -3.85% over the last quarter, but its market capitalization and debt management remain strong.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 11, 2024 | 12:00 pm

CRM

Analyst ratings for Salesforce (CRM) show a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments, with an average 12-month price target of $282.5, reflecting an 8.22% increase from the previous target. Recent actions by analysts include various rating upgrades and price target adjustments, indicating a generally positive outlook on the company's performance. Salesforce's financials reveal strong revenue growth, net margin, and ROA, but a lower ROE compared to industry averages. The company's low debt-to-equity ratio suggests a healthy balance of financing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 11, 2024 | 12:00 pm

CHWY

Analyst ratings for Chewy (NYSE:CHWY) show a mix of opinions with 17 analysts offering ratings in the last three months. The average 12-month price target is $26.71, down 14.47% from the previous $31.23. Recent actions include both raised and lowered ratings and price targets by analysts from firms such as Barclays, Jefferies, Needham, RBC Capital, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JMP Securities, Raymond James, Piper Sandler, Wedbush, UBS, and B of A Securities. Chewy's financials indicate a strong market position with a market cap that asserts dominance, a revenue growth rate of 8.15%, a net margin of -1.31%, an ROE of -9.45%, an ROA of -1.23%, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.34.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

January 11, 2024 | 12:00 pm