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LSB Industries

LSB Industries Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of chemical products in the United States. The company manufactures and sells chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and mining markets. Its products include ammonia, fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (AN and HDAN), and urea ammonia nitrate (UAN) for agricultural applications; high purity and commercial grade ammonia, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended, and regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and diesel exhaust fluid for industrial applications; and industrial grade AN (LDAN) and AN solutions for mining applications. Its products are sold through distributors and directly to end customers throughout the United States and other parts of North America.

LSB Industries Inc

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U.S. stocks traded lower toward the end of trading, with the S&amp;P 500 falling around 0.3% on Thursday.
The Dow traded down 0.36% to 42,360.40 while the NASDAQ fell 0.20% to 18,255.32. The S&amp;P 500 also fell, dropping, 0.33% to 5,772.71.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Energy shares jumped by 1.1% on Thursday.
In trading on Thursday, real estate shares fell by 0.9%.
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Domino's Pizza Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NYSE">DPZ</a>) reported mixed third-quarter results on Thursday.
The company reported sales growth of 5.1% Y/Y to $1.08 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $1.10 billion. EPS of $4.19 beat the consensus estimate of $3.68.
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<li>Shares of LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) got a boost, surging 15% to $9.57. UBS analyst Joshua Spector upgraded LSB Industries from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $9.5 to $11.</li>
<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) shares were also up, gaining 16% to $27.05. Symbotic announced an agreement to implement multiple industry-leading warehouse automation systems for Walmex and strategic international expansion in Mexico.</li>
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<li>Shares of Indivior PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDV#NASDAQ">INDV</a>) were down 19% to $583.00 after the company reported preliminary third-quarter revenue guidance and cut its FY24 net revenue guidance below estimates.</li>
<li>10x Genomics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXG#NASDAQ">TXG</a>) was down, falling 24% to $15.76 after the company guided third-quarter preliminary revenue of $151.7 million, down 1% year over year.</li>
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Commodities In commodity news, oil traded up 4% to $76.13 while gold traded up 0.6% at $2,641.00.
Silver traded up 2% to $31.275 on Thursday, while copper rose 1% to $4.4445.
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European shares closed lower today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 slipped 0.18%, Germany's DAX slipped 0.23% and France's CAC 40 fell 0.24%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index fell 0.72%, while London's FTSE 100 fell 0.07%.
Retail sales in Germany rose 1.6% month-over-month in August compared to a 1.5% gain in July.
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Asian markets closed higher on Thursday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 gaining 0.26%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index jumping 2.98%, China's Shanghai Composite Index gaining 1.32% and India's BSE Sensex rising 0.18%.
Producer prices in Japan rose by 2.8% year-over-year in September compared to a 2.6% increase in the prior month.
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U.S. stocks traded mixed midway through trading, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining around 0.1% on Thursday.
The Dow traded down 0.17% to 42,437.66 while the NASDAQ rose 0.12% to 18,313.25. The S&amp;P 500 also fell, dropping, 0.05% to 5,789.32.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Energy shares jumped by 0.6% on Thursday.
In trading on Thursday, industrials shares fell by 0.5%.
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Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) reported downbeat third-quarter earnings on Thursday.
Delta reported third-quarter operating revenue growth of 1% year-over-year to $15.677 billion, beating the consensus of $14.674 billion. Adjusted operating revenue was $14.594 billion (almost flat YoY). Adjusted EPS was $1.50 (-26% YoY), missing the consensus of $1.52.
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<li>Shares of LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) got a boost, surging 12% to $9.31. UBS analyst Joshua Spector upgraded LSB Industries from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $9.5 to $11.</li>
<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) shares were also up, gaining 12% to $26.10. Symbotic announced an agreement to implement multiple industry-leading warehouse automation systems for Walmex and strategic international expansion in Mexico.</li>
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<li>Shares of Indivior PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDV#NASDAQ">INDV</a>) were down 19% to $7.66 after the company reported preliminary third-quarter revenue guidance and cut its FY24 net revenue guidance below estimates.</li>
<li>10x Genomics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXG#NASDAQ">TXG</a>) was down, falling 29% to $14.87 after the company guided third-quarter preliminary revenue of $151.7 million, down 1% year over year.</li>
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Commodities In commodity news, oil traded up 3.1% to $75.48 while gold traded up 0.7% at $2,644.80.
Silver traded up 1.7% to $31.175 on Thursday, while copper rose 0.5% to $4.4230.
Euro zone
European shares were lower today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 slipped 0.36%, Germany's DAX slipped 0.47% and France's CAC 40 fell 0.48%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index fell 0.76%, while London's FTSE 100 fell 0.08%.
Retail sales in Germany rose 1.6% month-over-month in August compared to a 1.5% gain in July.
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LSB Industries shares are trading higher after UBS upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy and raised its price target from $9.5 to $11.

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 100 points on Thursday.
Shares of LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) rose sharply during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LXU/analyst-ratings">Thursday's session</a>.
UBS analyst Joshua Spector upgraded LSB Industries from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $9.5 to $11.
LSB Industries shares jumped 11.8% to $9.34 on Thursday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Standard Lithium Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLI#NYSE">SLI</a>) shares jumped 13.9% to $2.1750.</li>
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<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) gained 8% to $25.11. Symbotic announced an agreement to implement multiple industry-leading warehouse automation systems for Walmex and strategic international expansion in Mexico.</li>
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LSB Industries, Symbotic And Other Big Stocks Moving Higher On Thursday

UBS analyst Joshua Spector upgrades LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) from Neutral to Buy and raises the price target from $9.5 to $11.

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UBS Upgrades LSB Industries to Buy, Raises Price Target to $11

Messer will invest $9 million in plant upgrades to LSB Industries' Cherokee, AL facility with the long-term CO2 purchase agreement extension
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Messer, a leader in industrial gas innovations, is pleased to announce the long-term renewal of a CO2 purchase and sale agreement with LSB Industries, Inc., a leading producer of industrial and agricultural chemicals. Messer will subsequently commit more than $9 million into the liquid CO2 plant at LSB's Cherokee, AL facility to invest in the continued safe and reliable operations at the site.
"This partnership with LSB Industries bolsters our nationwide&nbsp;CO2 network providing supply chain continuity to our customers," said Chris Ebeling, Messer's Executive Vice President, Sales &amp; Marketing, North America. "The efficiency upgrades for the plant modernization effort will add more molecules to our network and reduce CO2 emissions at the site in-line with our sustainability goals."
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Messer, with its partner, LSB Industries, is proud to provide increased security of CO2&nbsp;supply to its customers in the decades to come.

Messer And LSB Industries Partner To Increase CO2 Reliability For Customers; Messer Will Invest $9M In Plant Upgrades To LSB Industries' Cherokee, AL Facility With The Long-Term CO2 Purchase Agreement Extension

RBC Capital analyst Andrew Wong reiterates LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $10 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on LSB Industries, Maintains $10 Price Target

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert maintains LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $8.8 to $9.

Piper Sandler Maintains Underweight on LSB Industries, Raises Price Target to $9

LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.13 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.11 by 18.18 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $140.073 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $148.516 million by 5.68 percent. This is a 15.54 percent decrease over sales of $165.845 million the same period last year.

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LSB Industries Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $0.13 Beats $0.11 Estimate, Sales $140.073M Miss $148.516M Estimate

UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $9.25 to $8.75.

UBS Maintains Neutral on LSB Industries, Lowers Price Target to $8.75

In the last three months, 4 analysts have published ratings on LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
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Analysts have set 12-month price targets for LSB Industries, revealing an average target of $9.44, a high estimate of $11.00, and a low estimate of $7.75. Highlighting a 0.63% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $9.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1716998426_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of LSB Industries by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
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<td>David Begleiter</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
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<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
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<td>Andrew Wong</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to LSB Industries. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of LSB Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of LSB Industries's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of LSB Industries's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LXU/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on LSB Industries analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind LSB Industries</h2>
LSB Industries Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of chemical products in the United States. The company manufactures and sells chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and mining markets. Its products include ammonia, fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (AN and HDAN), and urea ammonia nitrate (UAN) for agricultural applications; high purity and commercial grade ammonia, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended, and regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and diesel exhaust fluid for industrial applications; and industrial grade AN (LDAN) and AN solutions for mining applications. Its products are sold through distributors and directly to end customers throughout the United States and other parts of North America.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: LSB Industries's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: LSB Industries's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -23.63%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: LSB Industries's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 4.07%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): LSB Industries's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.08%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): LSB Industries's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.44%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.11, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyst Ratings For LSB Industries

Deutsche Bank analyst David Begleiter maintains LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $9 to $11.

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on LSB Industries, Raises Price Target to $11

Freeport intends to use the low carbon ANS purchased from LSB for its United States copper mining operations.

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4 analysts have shared their evaluations of LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
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<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
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Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $8.69, a high estimate of $10.00, and a low estimate of $7.75. A decline of 14.13% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715090445_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of LSB Industries among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
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<td>Andrew Wong</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
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<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
</tr>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to LSB Industries. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of LSB Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for LSB Industries's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of LSB Industries's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LXU/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on LSB Industries analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>Get to Know LSB Industries Better</h2>
LSB Industries Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of chemical products in the United States. The company manufactures and sells chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and mining markets. Its products include ammonia, fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (AN and HDAN), and urea ammonia nitrate (UAN) for agricultural applications; high purity and commercial grade ammonia, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended, and regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and diesel exhaust fluid for industrial applications; and industrial grade AN (LDAN) and AN solutions for mining applications. Its products are sold through distributors and directly to end customers throughout the United States and other parts of North America.
<h3>Breaking Down LSB Industries's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: LSB Industries's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -23.63%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: LSB Industries's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.07% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): LSB Industries's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.08%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): LSB Industries's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.44%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: LSB Industries's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.11. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

4 Analysts Have This To Say About LSB Industries

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert maintains LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $8 to $9.

Shares of H&amp;E Equipment Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEES#NASDAQ">HEES</a>) fell sharply during Tuesday's session following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HES/earnings">mixed first-quarter results</a>.
H&amp;E Equipment posted GAAP earnings of 71 cents per share, versus market estimates of 77 cents per share. The company's quarterly sales came in at $371.357 million versus expectations of $352.518 million, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
H&amp;E Equipment Services shares dipped 18.2% to $48.45 on Tuesday.
Here are some other stocks moving in today&#8217;s mid-day session.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
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<li>Akili, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKLI#NASDAQ">AKLI</a>) shares jumped 67.2% to $0.3927 after the company announced Shionogi has canceled and forgiven a $5.0 million long-term debt obligation and agreed to make certain payments for SDT-001.</li>
<li>AGBA Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGBA#NASDAQ">AGBA</a>) gained 57.5% to $3.70 after the company highlighted plans for its previously-announced merger with Triller.</li>
<li>Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYCC#NASDAQ">CYCC</a>) climbed 55.4% to $2.12 after falling over 9% on Monday.</li>
<li>Global Mofy Metaverse Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GMM#NASDAQ">GMM</a>) shares gained 50.2% to $1.40 after the company&#8217;s Gauss AI teamed with Heartdub to develop the Gausspeed generative AI platform.</li>
<li>GeneDx Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGS#NASDAQ">WGS</a>) rose 40.8% to $15.49 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results and raised its FY2024 sales guidance.</li>
<li>Eliem Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELYM#NASDAQ">ELYM</a>) gained 39.4% to $7.00.</li>
<li>Swvl Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWVL#NASDAQ">SWVL</a>) surged 29.8% to $13.14 after announcing results for the fiscal year 2023.</li>
<li>Next.e.GO N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGOX#NASDAQ">EGOX</a>) gained 26.4% to $0.0349.</li>
<li>Blend Labs, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLND#NYSE">BLND</a>) shares climbed 25.8% to $2.83 after the company announced a strategic partnership with Haveli Investments, including a $150 million investment.</li>
<li>Daré Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DARE#NASDAQ">DARE</a>) rose 24.2% to $0.3460 after the XOMA acquired an economic interest in the company&#8217;s women&#8217;s health assets. Also, the company announced that the transaction allows it to focus on advancing Phase 3 first-in-category women&#8217;s health product candidates.</li>
<li>LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TREE#NASDAQ">TREE</a>) gained 24.2% to $46.39 after the company beat first-quarter estimates and issued strong guidance.</li>
<li>MIND Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MIND#NASDAQ">MIND</a>) rose 24% to $5.85 following quarterly results.</li>
<li>Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MULN#NASDAQ">MULN</a>) gained 19.8% to $6.85.</li>
<li>Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLIT#NASDAQ">HLIT</a>) rose 19.2% to $11.19 following a first-quarter revenue beat.</li>
<li>Marin Software Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRIN#NASDAQ">MRIN</a>) rose 18.8% to $3.1002 after the company announced the launch of its AI-powered Anomaly Detector.</li>
<li>ATI Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATI#NYSE">ATI</a>) gained 15.5% to $59.94 following upbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLW#NYSE">CLW</a>) gained 15.2% to $46.88 following better-than-expected earnings.</li>
<li>LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) rose 13.4% to $9.32 following strong quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>SES AI Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SES#NYSE">SES</a>) gained 13.3% to $1.53.</li>
<li>E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETWO#NYSE">ETWO</a>) rose 12.5% to $4.7950 following upbeat results.</li>
<li>Sensata Technologies Holding plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ST#NYSE">ST</a>) shares climbed 12.1% to $40.04 as the company reported stronger-than-expected results for its first quarter on Monday. The company said Jeff Cote will retire as CEO and President. Sensata said it sees second-quarter adjusted earnings of 89 cents to 95 cents per share on revenue of $1.025 billion to $1.055 billion.</li>
<li>Addex Therapeutics Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADXN#NASDAQ">ADXN</a>) jumped 10.3% to $8.31. Addex shares dipped 53% on Monday after the company announced the Phase 2 ADX71149 epilepsy study did not achieve statistical significance for the primary endpoint of time for patients to reach baseline seizure count when ADX71149 was added to standard of care.</li>
<li>AgEagle Aerial Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAVS#NASDAQ">UAVS</a>) gained 10.4% to $0.77. AgEagle announced $3.4 million drone sale to French Army.</li>
<li>Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THC#NYSE">THC</a>) rose 9.2% to $108.28 after the company reported better-than-expected first quarter earnings and issued strong guidance.</li>
<li>Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>) gained 7.5% to $53.38 after the company reported strong third-quarter financial results and raised FY24 guidance.</li>
<li>Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) rose 6.6% to $785.51 after the company raised its FY24 revenue guidance.</li>
<li>3M Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>) gained 5.5% to $97.25 following a first-quarter earnings beat.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
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<li>Lichen China Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LICN#NASDAQ">LICN</a>) fell 30.6% to $1.4127 after surging 48% on Monday.</li>
<li>Cemtrex, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CETX#NASDAQ">CETX</a>) declined 29.7% to $1.25.</li>
<li>Chegg, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHGG#NYSE">CHGG</a>) shares fell 26.1% to $5.30 after the company posted first-quarter results and named Nathan Shultz as CEO.</li>
<li>NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRXP#NASDAQ">NRXP</a>) dipped 25% to $2.6592 after the company announced findings from its Phase 2b/3 trial of NRX-101 vs. Lurasidone.</li>
<li>Bakkt Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKKT#NYSE">BKKT</a>) fell 23.5% to $7.62. Bakkt Holdings is expected to release its first quarter 2024 earnings on Tuesday, May 14.</li>
<li>Medifast, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MED#NYSE">MED</a>) shares declined 22.6% to $27.50 after the company reported mixed first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Vince Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNCE#NYSE">VNCE</a>) were down 21.4% to $1.6536 after the company posted fourth-quarter results.</li>
<li>NewGenIvf Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIVF#NASDAQ">NIVF</a>) fell 20.1% to $1.63.</li>
<li>Top Wealth Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWG#NASDAQ">TWG</a>) dipped 18% to $1.14.</li>
<li>MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) declined 16.4% to $1,081.53 after the company reported worse-than-expected financial results for the first quarter.</li>
<li>Safe &amp; Green Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGBX#NASDAQ">SGBX</a>) fell 16% to $0.1185 after declining 4% on Monday.</li>
<li>ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARCB#NASDAQ">ARCB</a>) declined 15.8% to $108.96 after the company reported worse-than-expected first quarter adjusted EPS results.</li>
<li>CECO Environmental Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CECO#NASDAQ">CECO</a>) fell 15% to $21.59 after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter sales results.</li>
<li>GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>) declined 13.2% to $77.22 following a first-quarter earnings miss.</li>
<li>Coursera, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COUR#NYSE">COUR</a>) shares declined 13.1% to $10.34 after the company reported mixed first-quarter financial results and issued FY24 revenue guidance below estimates.</li>
<li>Complete Solaria, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSLR#NASDAQ">CSLR</a>) fell 12.5% to $0.6393. Complete Solaria shares jumped 92% on Monday after the company named T.J. Rodgers as CEO.</li>
<li>Transocean Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIG#NYSE">RIG</a>) fell 11% to $5.18 after the company reported worse-than-expected quarterly sales results.</li>
<li>Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) declined 9.3% to $7.39 on reports NBCUniversal is preparing an offer that could take NBA rights from TNT.</li>
<li>F5, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FFIV#NASDAQ">FFIV</a>) fell 7.6% to $168.36. F5 reported upbeat earnings for its second quarter, but issued weak forecast for the third quarter.</li>
<li>Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>) declined 7.5% to $58.80 following quarterly results.</li>
<li>The Macerich Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAC#NYSE">MAC</a>) fell 7.4% to $14.82 following quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUMC#NYSE">YUMC</a>) shares declined 7.3% to $37.13. Yum China posted upbeat earnings for its first quarter, while sales missed expectations.</li>
<li>Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMBS#NASDAQ">RMBS</a>) shares declined 7.3% to $56.10 following first-quarter results.</li>
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Why H&E Equipment Services Shares Are Trading Lower By Around 18%? Here Are Other Stocks Moving In Tuesday's Mid-Day Session

LSB Industries shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q1 financial results.

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling over 100 points on Tuesday.
Shares of Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) rose sharply during Tuesday's session after the company raised its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/04/38521126/eli-lillys-weight-loss-drug-still-going-strong-boosts-annual-forecast">FY24 revenue guidance</a>.
Eli Lilly reported first-quarter revenue of $8.77 billion, up 26% year over year, marginally missing the consensus of $8.92 billion, driven by increases of 16% in volume and 10% due to higher realized prices. Eli Lilly posted an adjusted EPS of $2.58, beating the consensus of $2.46, higher than $1.62 a year ago, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Eli Lilly forecasts fiscal year 2024 sales of $42.4 billion -$43.6 billion versus prior guidance of $40.4 billion-$41.6 billion and consensus of $41.36 billion.
Eli Lilly shares surged 6.6% to $785.51 on Tuesday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
<ul>
<li>GeneDx Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGS#NASDAQ">WGS</a>) shares jumped 40.8% to $15.49 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results and raised its FY2024 sales guidance.</li>
<li>Blend Labs, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLND#NYSE">BLND</a>) shares surged 25.8% to $2.83 after the company announced a strategic partnership with Haveli Investments, including a $150 million investment.</li>
<li>LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TREE#NASDAQ">TREE</a>) rose 24.2% to $46.39 after the company beat first-quarter estimates and issued strong guidance.</li>
<li>Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLIT#NASDAQ">HLIT</a>) climbed 19.2% to $11.19 following a first-quarter revenue beat.</li>
<li>ATI Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATI#NYSE">ATI</a>) rose 15.5% to $59.94 following upbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLW#NYSE">CLW</a>) rose 15.2% to $46.88 following better-than-expected earnings.</li>
<li>LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) climbed 13.4% to $9.32 following strong quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETWO#NYSE">ETWO</a>) gained 12.5% to $4.7950 following upbeat results.</li>
<li>Sensata Technologies Holding plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ST#NYSE">ST</a>) shares gained 12.1% to $40.04 as the company reported stronger-than-expected results for its first quarter on Monday. The company said Jeff Cote will retire as CEO and President. Sensata said it sees second-quarter adjusted earnings of 89 cents to 95 cents per share on revenue of $1.025 billion to $1.055 billion.</li>
<li>Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THC#NYSE">THC</a>) gained 9.2% to $108.28 after the company reported better-than-expected first quarter earnings and issued strong guidance.</li>
<li>Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) surged 8.4% to $163.77 after the company reported better-than-expected second-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Trane Technologies plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TT#NYSE">TT</a>) gained 8.2% to $325.43  after the company reported a first-quarter earnings beat and raised its FY24 guidance.</li>
<li>Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>) climbed 7.5% to $53.38 after the company reported strong third-quarter financial results and raised FY24 guidance.</li>
<li>The Timken Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TKR#NYSE">TKR</a>) rose 7.2% to $92.96 following upbeat earnings.</li>
<li>Corning Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) climbed 7% to $33.99 following better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>Commvault Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVLT#NASDAQ">CVLT</a>) climbed 6.4% to $105.87 following strong earnings.</li>
<li>Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZBRA#NASDAQ">ZBRA</a>) gained 6% to $318.05 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter results, and updated FY24 guidance.</li>
<li>ACI Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACIW#NASDAQ">ACIW</a>) gained 5.7% to $34.99 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter results.</li>
<li>3M Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>) shares rose 5.5% to $97.25 following a first-quarter earnings beat.</li>
<li>Amkor Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMKR#NASDAQ">AMKR</a>) gained 5.1% to $33.07 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) rose 4.5% to $258.20 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results and issued guidance.</li>
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LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.08 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.05 by 60 percent. This is a 61.9 percent decrease over earnings of $0.21 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $138.204 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $127.662 million by 8.26 percent. This is a 23.63 percent decrease over sales of $180.964 million the same period last year.

LSB Industries Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $0.08 Beats $0.05 Estimate, Sales $138.204M Beat $127.662M Estimate

In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for LSB Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $8.69, a high estimate of $10.00, and a low estimate of $7.75. A decline of 20.13% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1710169211_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of LSB Industries among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wong</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to LSB Industries. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of LSB Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of LSB Industries's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of LSB Industries's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind LSB Industries</h2>
LSB Industries Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of chemical products in the United States. The company manufactures and sells chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and mining markets. Its products include ammonia, fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (AN and HDAN), and urea ammonia nitrate (UAN) for agricultural applications; high purity and commercial grade ammonia, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended, and regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and diesel exhaust fluid for industrial applications; and industrial grade AN (LDAN) and AN solutions for mining applications. Its products are sold through distributors and directly to end customers throughout the United States and other parts of North America.
<h3>Key Indicators: LSB Industries's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, LSB Industries faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -43.24% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2023. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: LSB Industries's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -4.03% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): LSB Industries's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -1.02%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): LSB Industries's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of -0.41%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: LSB Industries's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.18. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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