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As markets brace for a volatile week ahead, investors and analysts are closely monitoring a diverse range of factors including geopolitical tensions surrounding Greenland, the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, tech sector earnings from major corporations, political developments in Japan, and a series of central bank decisions across emerging market…
In response to heightened tensions surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump's publicized interest in Greenland, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have confirmed a joint commitment to intensify security efforts across the Arctic. Despite the sovereignty of Greenland remaining non-negotiable for Denmark a…
Barclays has revised its rating on Henkel AG & Co KGaA from Overweight to Equalweight, lowering the price target due to anticipated softer consumer and industrial demand in Europe. Despite solid financial metrics and strategic strides, including a recent organizational merger and steady dividend history, the German consumer goods company faces chal…
L’Oreal's stock ratings have been notably upgraded by Barclays and UBS, driven by recent improvements in the global beauty market and the company’s solid financial performance. Barclays elevated its rating to Overweight with a significantly higher price target reflecting optimism for 2026 growth, while UBS upgraded its rating to Buy, citing favorab…
Barclays analysts have upgraded their rating on pharmaceutical company Haleon PLC to Overweight from Equalweight, raising the price target to GBP4.20 based on anticipated improvements in the US segment, which accounts for over a third of the firm's revenue. Despite recent destocking challenges in 2025, management's corrective actions are expected t…
Cantor Fitzgerald has initiated coverage on Centuri Holdings Inc (NYSE:CTRI), assigning an Overweight rating alongside a price target of $34. The firm emphasizes Centuri's solid foundation in utility infrastructure, supported by a significant backlog and recurring revenue through Master Service Agreements. Strategic expansions, notable contract win…
Cantor Fitzgerald has commenced coverage on MasTec, a diversified infrastructure contractor, assigning an Overweight rating with a price target of $274, signaling an approximate 12% upside from current trading values. The report highlights MasTec's favorable positioning across power delivery, communications, clean energy, and pipeline infrastructur…
Cantor Fitzgerald has initiated coverage of MYR Group (NASDAQ: MYRG) with an Overweight rating and a $285 price target, citing the company's strategic positioning as a utility-focused electrical contractor benefiting from long-term grid modernization and infrastructure replacement programs. Despite modest profit margins, management's disciplined gr…
Cantor Fitzgerald has launched coverage of Primoris Services Corporation, assigning a Neutral rating and setting a price target of $160. The company, currently valued at $8.14 billion with shares trading around $150.56, has exhibited a significant 71.9% gain over the past year. While strong operational execution and a sizable backlog support earnin…
Cantor Fitzgerald has initiated its coverage of Ameresco, the clean energy infrastructure company, with a positive outlook and a targeted price of $41, suggesting a 25% potential price appreciation. The firm emphasizes Ameresco's recurring revenue from energy assets and maintenance contracts, a sizeable operational and development portfolio, and it…
Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage of Sterling Construction with an Overweight rating and a price target of $413, highlighting the company's strategic pivot to higher-margin infrastructure sectors and recent impressive financial results, including earnings and revenue surpassing expectations, alongside a new significant stock repurchase program.
Cantor Fitzgerald launched coverage on Powell Industries, providing a Neutral rating with a $427 price target closely mirroring the current market price. The firm praises Powell's robust financial health and strategic growth via acquisitions while signaling valuation as a potential constraint for investors. Powell remains a key player in vital elec…
Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage of Everus, an electrical and mechanical contracting firm, assigning a Neutral rating and a $97 price target. The firm highlighted Everus's robust revenue growth and expanding backlog, driven by demand in data center construction and infrastructure projects. Despite solid performance, the gross margin remains mod…
Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage on Quanta Services, assigning an Overweight rating with a price target suggesting approximately 11% upside. The firm highlights Quanta's position as a pivotal infrastructure player in grid modernization and electrification, underpinned by strong financial performance and a solid project backlog. Complementary up…
An overnight assault in Nigeria's Plateau state resulted in the deaths of seven miners, ages ranging from 15 to 28, amid a backdrop of longstanding communal conflicts involving ethnic and religious groups. Authorities and local organizations have reported the incident, which involved miners working at a site despite a ban on night mining. The attac…
The U.S. dollar is poised for its sharpest weekly drop since June, pressured by escalating geopolitical conflicts and investor apprehensions regarding U.S. foreign relations. While the greenback declines, the British pound advances following unexpected retail sales growth, signaling domestic economic resilience. Elsewhere, the euro retreats slightl…
The U.N. Human Rights Council is set to hold a special emergency session to address the severe violence inflicted upon protesters in Iran, with participating nations urging an extension and intensification of investigations into alleged human rights violations. This move reflects concerns about the scale of the crackdown during the largest anti-gov…
The eurozone's overall business activity grew less than expected in January, driven by subdued growth in the services sector that outweighed a moderate easing in manufacturing contraction. Despite ongoing expansion, increased inflationary pressures and cautious new order inflows indicate persistent economic fragility within the bloc.
U.S. stock futures showed slight declines amid an active week of corporate disclosures, including Intel's fourth-quarter loss and TikTok’s new joint venture arrangement. The Bank of Japan held interest rates steady but signaled potential future hikes, while gold surged to unprecedented levels due to geopolitical tensions. These developments highlig…
Goldman Sachs has shifted its rating for Holcim AG shares from Buy to Neutral due to the recent sharp increase in the stock price, which has reduced potential for further gains. Despite the downgrade, Goldman maintains confidence in Holcim's strategic direction, particularly in European decarbonisation and cost management. The shares experienced a …
Spain has decided against participating in the Board of Peace, an initiative spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump to address international conflicts. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, speaking after an EU summit in Brussels, emphasized Spain's dedication to multilateral institutions and the United Nations as the appropriate platforms for conflict…
CK Hutchison Holdings is reportedly re-evaluating its plan to sell a portfolio of 43 ports across 23 countries by partitioning the assets into smaller groups under different ownership arrangements. This comes as the company faces significant pressure from Beijing over its proposed sale to a consortium led by BlackRock and MSC, with China potentiall…
Heritage Distilling Holding Company (NASDAQ:IPST) has been given a Buy rating by Roth/MKM, with an $8.20 price target indicating substantial growth potential from its current trading price. The company is positioned as a proxy for blockchain innovation through its connection with Story Protocol, a Layer-1 platform focused on programmable intellectu…
Roth/MKM has initiated coverage on Armanino Foods Of Distinction (OTC:AMNF), assigning a Buy rating and setting a target price of $15.00, indicating a 23% potential upside from the current trading price. The firm emphasizes Armanino's leadership in the basil pesto category within the foodservice market and notes the company’s robust financial stand…
JPMorgan has upgraded Procter & Gamble's stock rating from Neutral to Overweight and increased its price target, citing the company's positive outlook on organic sales growth and margin improvement. Following the company's recent earnings call, management outlined expectations for stronger sales growth in the latter half of the fiscal year, along w…
