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Performance Food Group Co , markets and distributes national and company-branded food and food-related products. The company also specializes in distributing candy, snacks, beverages, cigarettes, other tobacco products, health and beauty care products and other items to vending distributors, box retailers, theaters, convenience stores, drug stores, grocery stores, travel providers, and hospitality providers. The company has three reportable segments: Foodservice, Vistar, and Convenience.

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RBC Capital analyst Deane Dray maintains Lennox Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LII#NYSE">LII</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $580 to $582.

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RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Lennox Intl, Raises Price Target to $582

Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>) posted better-than-expected earnings for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BSX/earnings">first quarter on Wednesday</a>.
The company reported first-quarter 2025 revenues of $4.66 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $4.57 billion. The company earned an adjusted EPS of 75 cents, beating the consensus of 67 cents and exceeding the management guidance of 66-68 cents.
"We delivered an exceptional quarter to start the year, reflecting the effectiveness of our highly engaged global team and the strength of our product portfolio," said Mike Mahoney, chairman and chief executive officer of Boston Scientific. "We remain well-positioned for the future as we continue to focus on meaningful innovation, clinical science and the execution of our category leadership strategy to drive differentiated growth and performance for the long-term."
Boston Scientific said it sees net sales growth of approximately 15%-17% in 2025 on a reported basis and around 12%-14% on an organic basis, compared to prior guidance of 12.5%-14.5% and 10%-12%, respectively.
The company estimates 2025 adjusted EPS of $2.87-$2.94 compared to prior guidance of $2.80-$2.87 and the consensus of $2.86.
Boston Scientific shares gained 2.4% to trade at $101.24 on Thursday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Boston Scientific following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li>Baird analyst David Rescott maintained Boston Scientific with an Outperform rating and raised the price target from $115 to $120.</li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst Vijay Kumar maintained the stock with an Outperform rating and increased the price target from $110 to $112.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Richard Newitter maintained Boston Scientific with a Buy rating and raised the price target from $113 to $117.</li>
<li>RBC Capital analyst Shagun Singh maintained Boston Scientific with an Outperform rating and raised the price target from $116 to $120.</li>
</ul>
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Boston Scientific Analysts Boost Their Forecasts Following Upbeat Results

RBC Capital analyst Logan Reich maintains Jack In The Box (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JACK#NASDAQ">JACK</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $45 to $30.

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RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Jack In The Box, Lowers Price Target to $30

RBC Capital analyst Arun Viswanathan maintains DuPont de Nemours (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DD#NYSE">DD</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $101 to $90.

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RBC Capital analyst Karl Shepard maintains Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COLB#NASDAQ">COLB</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $32 to $27.

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RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Columbia Banking System, Lowers Price Target to $27

Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RHI#NYSE">RHI</a>) reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/rhi/earnings">results on Wednesday</a>.
Robert Half posted quarterly earnings of 17 cents per share, missing market estimates of 36 cents per share. The company's quarterly sales came in at $1.35 billion missing estimates of $1.41 billion.
&#8220;For the first quarter of 2025, global enterprise revenues were $1.352 billion, down 8 percent from last year&#8217;s first quarter on a reported basis, and down 6 percent on an adjusted basis. Business confidence levels moderated during the quarter in response to heightened economic uncertainty over U.S. trade and other policy developments. Client and job seeker caution continues to elongate decision cycles and subdue hiring activity and new project starts,&#8221; said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer at Robert Half. &#8220;Despite the uncertain outlook, we are very well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and support our clients&#8217; talent and consulting needs through the strength of our industry-leading brand, our people, our technology and our unique business model that includes both professional staffing and business consulting services. &#8220;
Robert Half shares fell 4.1% to trade at $44.54 on Thursday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Robert Half following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Tobey Sommer maintained Robert Half with a Buy and lowered the price target from $60 to $55.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Andrew Steinerman maintained the stock with a Neutral and lowered the price target from $65 to $47.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs analyst George Tong maintained Robert Half with a Sell and cut the price target from $46 to $40.</li>
</ul>
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These Analysts Cut Their Forecasts On Robert Half After Downbeat Q1 Earnings

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C&amp;F Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFFI#NASDAQ">CFFI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.66 per share. This is a 64.36 percent increase over earnings of $1.01 per share from the same period last year.

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RBC Capital analyst Shagun Singh maintains Boston Scientific (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $116 to $120.

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RBC Capital analyst Keith Mackey maintains Baker Hughes (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $50 to $46.

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Lithia Motors Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAD#NYSE">LAD</a>) reported downbeat sales for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAD/earnings">first quarter on Wednesday</a>.
The company reported first-quarter FY25 sales growth of 7.2% year-on-year to $9.18 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $9.26 billion.
New vehicle, same-store units grew by 3.6%. New vehicle retail revenues increased 9.1% Y/Y, and used vehicle retail revenues climbed 4.2%. Adjusted EPS of $7.66 missed the consensus estimate of $7.69.
&#8220;We achieved profitable growth year over year in each month this quarter as we grew market share and drove operating efficiencies across our network and adjacencies,&#8221; said President and CEO Bryan DeBoer.
Lithia Motors shares gained 4.7% to trade at $291.30 on Thursday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Lithia Motors following earnings announcement.
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<li>Wells Fargo analyst Colin Langan maintained Lithia Motors with an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $308 to $305.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane maintained the stock with a Neutral and lowered the price target from $385 to $328.</li>
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Lithia Motors Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Weak Results

In the last three months, 8 analysts have published ratings on Chart Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLS#NYSE">GTLS</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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Chart Industries, revealing an average target of $201.12, a high estimate of $250.00, and a low estimate of $160.00. Experiencing a 1.41% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $204.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745517662_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The perception of Chart Industries by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ati Modak &#x7C;Goldman Sachs &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $173.00&#x7C;$197.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Benjamin Nolan &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $214.00&#x7C;$231.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Anderson &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $160.00&#x7C;$165.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $208.00&#x7C;$214.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Daniel Kutz &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $250.00&#x7C;$275.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Anderson &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $165.00&#x7C;$145.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $214.00&#x7C;$215.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Scott Gruber &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $225.00&#x7C;$190.00 &#x7C;
<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 Chart Industries. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Chart Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Chart Industries's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Chart Industries's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GTLS/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Chart Industries analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Chart Industries's Background</h2>
Chart Industries provides a variety of cryogenic equipment for storage, distribution, and other processes within the industrial gas and liquefied natural gas industries. It also provides natural gas processing solutions for the natural gas industry and specialty products that serve a variety of spaces, including hydrogen, biofuels, cannabis, and water treatment. The firm acquired Howden in a significant deal in early 2023, roughly doubling the size of the company.
<h3>Chart Industries's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Chart Industries's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 9.04%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Chart Industries's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.58%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Chart Industries's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.51%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Chart Industries's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.78%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Chart Industries's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.29. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Demystifying Chart Industries: Insights From 8 Analyst Reviews

21 analysts have shared their evaluations of United Parcel Service (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $125.1, a high estimate of $149.00, and a low estimate of $82.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 10.32% lower than the prior average price target of $139.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745517653_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive United Parcel Service is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Lucas Servera &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$140.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Christian Wetherbee &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $98.00&#x7C;$120.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ariel Rosa &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $123.00&#x7C;$149.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Tyler Brown &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Strong Buy &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$145.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Thomas Wadewitz &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;$141.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Bascome Majors &#x7C;Susquehanna &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brandon Oglenski &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $90.00&#x7C;$100.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Christian Wetherbee &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$128.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ken Hoexter &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $129.00&#x7C;$133.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Lucas Servera &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $140.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Rick Paterson &#x7C;Loop Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $115.00&#x7C;$120.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ariel Rosa &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $149.00&#x7C;$158.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Thomas Wadewitz &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $141.00&#x7C;$170.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brian Ossenbeck &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matt Reustle &#x7C;Goldman Sachs &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $147.00&#x7C;$166.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Tyler Brown &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Strong Buy &#x7C; $145.00&#x7C;$155.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Christian Wetherbee &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $128.00&#x7C;$150.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Bascome Majors &#x7C;Susquehanna &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$140.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ravi Shanker &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $82.00&#x7C;$100.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ken Hoexter &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $133.00&#x7C;$150.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Benjamin Hartford &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$160.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to United Parcel Service. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on 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 United Parcel Service compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of United Parcel Service'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 United Parcel Service's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About United Parcel Service</h2>
As the world's largest parcel delivery company, UPS manages a massive fleet of more than 500 planes and 100,000 vehicles, along with many hundreds of sorting facilities, to deliver an average of about 22 million packages per day to residences and businesses across the globe. UPS' domestic US package operations generate around 65% of total revenue while international package makes up 20%. Air and ocean freight forwarding and contract logistics make up the remainder.
<h3>Financial Insights: United Parcel Service</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: United Parcel Service's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 1.54%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: United Parcel Service's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 6.8%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 10.25%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.49%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: United Parcel Service's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.53, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
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.
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United Parcel Service Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (21 Ratings)

RBC Capital analyst Jonathan Atkin maintains AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $28 to $30.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on AT&T, Raises Price Target to $30

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 14 analysts have published ratings on IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) in the last three months.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $257.07, along with a high estimate of $320.00 and a low estimate of $170.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 5.09% increase from the previous average price target of $244.62.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745517643_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of IBM by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Vogt &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sell &#x7C; $170.00&#x7C;$160.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Erik Woodring &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $233.00&#x7C;$237.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Daniel Ives &#x7C;Wedbush &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $300.00&#x7C;$300.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matthew Swanson &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $276.00&#x7C;$276.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brent Thill &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $265.00&#x7C;$270.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Param Singh &#x7C;Oppenheimer &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $320.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brian Essex &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $244.00&#x7C;$233.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brent Thill &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $270.00&#x7C;$245.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Wamsi Mohan &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $270.00&#x7C;$260.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Keith Bachman &#x7C;BMO Capital &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Market Perform &#x7C; $280.00&#x7C;$260.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matthew Swanson &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $276.00&#x7C;$250.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Erik Woodring &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $228.00&#x7C;$217.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Erik Woodring &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $217.00&#x7C;$222.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matthew Hedberg &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $250.00&#x7C;$250.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to IBM. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of IBM compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of IBM's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into IBM's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About IBM</h2>
IBM looks to be a part of every aspect of an enterprise's IT needs. The company primarily sells software, IT services, consulting, and hardware. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which include 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. Primary products include its mainframes, Red Hat software, transaction processing software, and IT consulting.
<h3>IBM's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: IBM's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.0%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: IBM's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 16.6%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): IBM's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 11.26% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): IBM's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.15%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: IBM's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 2.14, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</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 also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Forecasting The Future: 14 Analyst Projections For IBM

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on NIO.
Looking at options history for NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 37% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 62% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $173,842 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $842,800.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $3.0 to $10.0 for NIO over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of NIO stands at 29395.71, with a total volume reaching 18,249.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in NIO, situated within the strike price corridor from $3.0 to $10.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>NIO Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745517642_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$483.0K</td>
<td>93.6K</td>
<td>10.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$207.0K</td>
<td>93.6K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.12</td>
<td>$1.12</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$112.3K</td>
<td>18.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$60.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
<td>$42.7K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>454</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About NIO</h3>
Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations such as battery swapping and autonomous driving technologies. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold around 222,000 EVs in 2024, accounting for about 2% of the China passenger new energy vehicle market.
Having examined the options trading patterns of NIO, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>NIO's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 39,544,016, the price of NIO is up 6.74% at $4.2. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 42 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On NIO</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $3.5.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho persists with their Neutral rating on NIO, maintaining a target price of $3. 
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