Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight Rating for Embraer: Here's What You Need To Know

Morgan Stanley has decided to maintain its Overweight rating of Embraer ERJ and raise its price target from $19.50 to $40.00.

Shares of Embraer are trading up 3.59% over the last 24 hours, at $22.21 per share.

A move to $40.00 would account for a 80.1% increase from the current share price.

About Embraer

Embraer SA based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Embraer manufactures regional aircraft, business jets, and defense and security products. The company also offers a range of services to support its installed base of hardware. Its defense and security business is currently focused on developing the KC-390 military transport aircraft. The company also produces aircraft systems and structural components. It operates through the following segments: Commercial Aviation; Defense and Security, Executive Aviation, Service and Support, and Other Segments. The company generates maximum revenue from Commercial Aviation segment.

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