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Ratings for Chart Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLS#NYSE">GTLS</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over 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">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</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>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $211.4, along with a high estimate of $231.00 and a low estimate of $190.00. This current average reflects an increase of 19.03% from the previous average price target of $177.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473255_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A clear picture of Chart Industries's perception among financial experts is painted 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>Scott Gruber</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Nolan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$231.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ati Modak</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$201.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregory Lewis</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pavel Molchanov</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Chart Industries. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Chart Industries's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Chart Industries's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GTLS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Chart Industries analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Chart Industries</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 Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Chart Industries showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 18.33% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Chart Industries's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 5.85%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Chart Industries's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.17%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Chart Industries's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.66%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Chart Industries's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.34, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</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. 
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.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Chart Industries Through 5 Analysts

Scotiabank analyst Patrick Colville maintains Rapid7 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPD#NASDAQ">RPD</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $42 to $38.

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In the last three months, 21 analysts have published ratings on Adobe (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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">5</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">4</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">1</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</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">10</td>
<td align="right">2</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 $592.0, along with a high estimate of $650.00 and a low estimate of $475.00. Experiencing a 5.53% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $626.67. 
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<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Adobe by financial experts. The following summary presents 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>Matthew Swanson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$590.00</td>
<td>$590.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Zelnick</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Keirstead</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$625.00</td>
<td>$685.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Moerdler</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$587.00</td>
<td>$644.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saket Kalia</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$645.00</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Keirstead</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Swanson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$590.00</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Schwartz</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$625.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Zelnick</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Bachman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$570.00</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregg Moskowitz</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$620.00</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Sills</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$605.00</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parker Lane</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$590.00</td>
<td>$616.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Bachman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$580.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Swanson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<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 Adobe. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Adobe compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Adobe's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Adobe's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADBE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Adobe analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Adobe</h2>
Adobe provides content creation, document management, and digital marketing and advertising software and services to creative professionals and marketers for creating, managing, delivering, measuring, optimizing, and engaging with compelling content multiple operating systems, devices, and media. The company operates with three segments: digital media content creation, digital experience for marketing solutions, and publishing for legacy products (less than 5% of revenue).
<h3>Adobe: Delving into Financials</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: Adobe displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 November, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 11.05%. This indicates a notable increase 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Adobe's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 30.02%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Adobe's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 11.75%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.6%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Adobe's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.43, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<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.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Adobe Through 21 Analysts

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Analysts' ratings for Antero Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AR#NYSE">AR</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 12 analysts.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">8</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">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</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">3</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $40.42, with a high estimate of $60.00 and a low estimate of $32.00. This current average has increased by 20.05% from the previous average price target of $33.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473237_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Antero Resources's perception among financial experts is painted 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>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<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 Antero Resources. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on 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 Antero Resources compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Antero Resources's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Antero Resources's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Antero Resources analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Antero Resources's Background</h2>
Antero Resources, based in Denver, engages in the exploration for and production of natural gas and natural gas liquids in the United States and Canada. At the end of 2023, the company reported proven reserves of 18.1 trillion cubic feet of natural gas equivalent. Production averaged approximately 3,483 million cubic feet of equivalent a day in 2023 at a ratio of 37% liquids and 63% natural gas.
<h3>Antero Resources: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Antero Resources's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -7.38% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in 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 Energy sector.
Net Margin: Antero Resources's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -2.08%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Antero Resources's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -0.29%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Antero Resources's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.15%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61, Antero Resources adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
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.
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Demystifying Antero Resources: Insights From 12 Analyst Reviews

In the last three months, 10 analysts have published ratings on GoDaddy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDDY#NYSE">GDDY</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over 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">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</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">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated GoDaddy and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $224.6, accompanied by a high estimate of $251.00 and a low estimate of $198.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 14.01% increase from the previous average price target of $197.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473230_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A clear picture of GoDaddy's perception among financial experts is painted 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>Mark Zgutowicz</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexei Gogolev</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$231.00</td>
<td>$224.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alec Brondolo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$198.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Beck</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elizabeth Elliott</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ygal Arounian</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexei Gogolev</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$224.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Erickson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vikram Kesavabhotla</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</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 GoDaddy. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of GoDaddy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of GoDaddy's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of GoDaddy's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GDDY/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on GoDaddy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About GoDaddy</h2>
GoDaddy is a provider of domain registration and aftermarket services, website hosting, security, design, and business productivity tools, commerce solutions, and domain registry services. The company primarily targets micro- to small businesses, website design professionals, registrar peers, and domain investors. Since acquiring payment processing platform Poynt in 2021, the company has expanded into omnicommerce solutions, including offering an online payment gateway and offline point-of-sale devices.
<h3>Financial Insights: GoDaddy</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining GoDaddy's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 7.28% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: GoDaddy's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 16.6%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): GoDaddy's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 74.17%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): GoDaddy's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.42%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: GoDaddy's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 10.97, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<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.
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Assessing GoDaddy: Insights From 10 Financial Analysts

SEALSQ's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAES#NYSE">LAES</a>) short percent of float has risen 19.35% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 12.27 million shares sold short, which is 17.27% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>SEALSQ Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473224_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for SEALSQ has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing SEALSQ's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, SEALSQ's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.91%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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How Is The Market Feeling About SEALSQ?

Throughout the last three months, 4 analysts have evaluated Albemarle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over 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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M 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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $97.5, with a high estimate of $105.00 and a low estimate of $86.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 1.56% increase from the previous average price target of $96.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473220_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Albemarle by financial experts. The following summary presents 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>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Roberts</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Kallo</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Albemarle. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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 Albemarle compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Albemarle's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Albemarle's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ALB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Albemarle analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Albemarle Better</h2>
Albemarle is one of the world's largest lithium producers. In the lithium industry, the majority of demand comes from batteries, where lithium is used as the energy storage material, particularly in electric vehicles. Albemarle is a fully integrated lithium producer. Its upstream resources include salt brine deposits in Chile and the US and two hard rock mines in Australia, both of which are joint ventures. The company operates lithium refining plants in Chile, the US, Australia, and China. Albemarle is a global leader in the production of bromine, used in flame retardants. It is also a major producer of oil refining catalysts.
<h3>Albemarle: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Albemarle's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -41.37%. This indicates a decrease in 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: Albemarle's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -81.99%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -13.07%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Albemarle's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -6.2%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Albemarle's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.45, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts 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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Assessing Albemarle: Insights From 4 Financial Analysts

U.S. stocks traded higher toward the end of trading, with the Dow Jones index surging more than 100 points on Thursday.
The Dow traded up 0.33% to 44,514.10 while the NASDAQ rose 0.83% to 19,812.30. The S&amp;P 500 also rose, gaining, 0.52% to 6,083.72.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Materials shares jumped by 1.1% on Thursday.
In trading on Thursday, industrials shares fell by 0.2%.
Top Headline
Deere &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>) reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter.
The company posted a first-quarter 2025 net sales and revenue decline of 30% year-over-year to $8.51 billion, beating the consensus of $7.70 billion.
Net sales were $6.809 billion for the quarter, compared with $10.486 billion in 2024. Deere clocked an EPS of $3.19, down from $6.23 in the prior year, beating the consensus of $3.14.
Equities Trading UP &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) shares shot up 21% to $461.20 after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued first-quarter revenue guidance above estimates.</li>
<li>Shares of Dutch Bros Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)got a boost, surging 27% to $82.11 following better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Edesa Biotech, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EDSA#NASDAQ">EDSA</a>) shares were also up, gaining 81% to $3.3651. The company announced a $15 million private placement.</li>
</ul>
Equities Trading DOWN
<ul>
<li>Digital Ally, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGLY#NASDAQ">DGLY</a>) shares dropped 52% to $0.0739 after the company priced a $15 million underwritten public offering.</li>
<li>Shares of The Trade Desk, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTD#NASDAQ">TTD</a>) were down 33% to $82.17 following downbeat quarterly revenue.</li>
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Silver traded down 0.3% to $32.690 on Thursday, while copper rose 1.5% to $4.7735.
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European shares were mostly higher today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 rose 1.09%, Germany's DAX 40 rose 2.09% and France's CAC 40 rose 1.52%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index rose 0.19%, while London's FTSE 100 fell 0.49%.
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Asian markets closed mostly lower on Thursday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 gaining 1.28%, China's Shanghai Composite Index falling 0.42%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling 0.20% and India's BSE Sensex falling 0.04%.
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Kohl's's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KSS#NYSE">KSS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.72% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 43.34 million shares sold short, which is 54.34% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 6.71 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Kohl's Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473218_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Kohl's has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Kohl's's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Kohl's's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.44%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Peering Into Kohl's's Recent Short Interest

In the last three months, 4 analysts have published ratings on Tronox Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROX#NYSE">TROX</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving 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">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</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 recently evaluated Tronox Holdings and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $14.25, accompanied by a high estimate of $17.00 and a low estimate of $12.00. Highlighting a 9.06% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $15.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739473213_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Tronox Holdings among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration 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>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vincent Andrews</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duffy Fischer</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</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 Tronox Holdings. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Tronox Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Tronox Holdings's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Tronox Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TROX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Tronox Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>Discovering Tronox Holdings: A Closer Look</h2>
Tronox Holdings PLC is a vertically integrated manufacturer of TiO2 pigment. It operates titanium-bearing mineral sand mines and beneficiation and smelting operations in Australia &amp; South Africa to produce feedstock materials that can be processed into TiO2 for pigment, high-purity titanium chemicals, including titanium tetrachloride, and ultrafine TiO2 used in certain specialty applications. TiO2 and titanium feedstock, are used to produce paints and coatings, as well as plastics, paper, and printing ink. It has three pigment production facilities in the United States, the Netherlands, and Western Australia and three mining operations in Western Australia and South Africa. North America, Asia-Pacific and Europe the Middle East, and Africa regions contribute the vast majority of revenue.
<h3>Tronox Holdings's Economic Impact: An Analysis</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: Tronox Holdings's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 21.45%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Tronox Holdings's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -3.11%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Tronox Holdings's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -1.31%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Tronox Holdings's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.41%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Tronox Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.54, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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TROX

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Tronox Holdings

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, the Invesco Russell 1000 Equal Weight ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQAL#NYSE">EQAL</a>) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/23/2014.

The fund is sponsored by Invesco. It has amassed assets over $609.44 million, making it one of the average sized ETFs attempting to match the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.

<h2>Why Large Cap Blend</h2>

Large cap companies usually have a market capitalization above $10 billion. Overall, they are usually a stable option, with less risk and more sure-fire cash flows than mid and small cap companies.

Blend ETFs are aptly named, since they tend to hold a mix of growth and value stocks, as well as show characteristics of both kinds of equities.

<h2>Costs</h2>

When considering an ETF&#39;s total return, expense ratios are an important factor, and cheaper funds can significantly outperform their more expensive counterparts in the long term if all other factors remain equal.

Annual operating expenses for this ETF are 0.20%, putting it on par with most peer products in the space.

It has a 12-month trailing dividend yield of 1.67%.

<h2>Sector Exposure and Top Holdings</h2>

Even though ETFs offer diversified exposure which minimizes single stock risk, it is still important to look into a fund&#39;s holdings before investing. Luckily, most ETFs are very transparent products that disclose their holdings on a daily basis.

This ETF has heaviest allocation to the Information Technology sector--about 12.20% of the portfolio. Financials and Real Estate round out the top three.

Looking at individual holdings, Charter Communications Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHTR#NASDAQ">CHTR</a>) accounts for about 0.69% of total assets, followed by Liberty Broadband Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRDK#NASDAQ">LBRDK</a>) and Ubiquiti Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UI#NYSE">UI</a>).

The top 10 holdings account for about 6.03% of total assets under management.

<h2>Performance and Risk</h2>

EQAL seeks to match the performance of the Russell 1000 Equal Weight Index before fees and expenses. The Russell 1000 Equal Weight Index is composed of securities in the Russell 1000 Index and is equally weighted across nine sector groups with each security within the sector receiving equal weight.

The ETF has added about 9.20% so far this year and it&#39;s up approximately 16.71% in the last one year (as of 09/17/2024). In the past 52-week period, it has traded between $37.43 and $47.80.

The ETF has a beta of 1.10 and standard deviation of 18.24% for the trailing three-year period, making it a medium risk choice in the space. With about 997 holdings, it effectively diversifies company-specific risk.

<h2>Alternatives</h2>

Invesco Russell 1000 Equal Weight ETF carries a Zacks ETF Rank of 3 (Hold), which is based on expected asset class return, expense ratio, and momentum, among other factors. Thus, EQAL is a reasonable option for those seeking exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Blend area of the market. Investors might also want to consider some other ETF options in the space.

The iShares Core S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVV#NYSE">IVV</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF track a similar index. While iShares Core S&amp;P 500 ETF has $521.05 billion in assets, SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF has $555.26 billion. IVV has an expense ratio of 0.03% and SPY charges 0.09%.

<h2>Bottom-Line</h2>

While an excellent vehicle for long term investors, passively managed ETFs are a popular choice among institutional and retail investors due to their low costs, transparency, flexibility, and tax efficiency.

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There is an increasing number of ways to approach smart or strategic beta methodologies in the world of exchange-traded funds. Some critics would argue the universe encompassing strategic beta is becoming unwieldy and too complex for many advisors and investors to digest.
	What cannot be debated is that equal-weight and low volatility strategies are two of the most widely embraced strategic beta avenues. Fortunately, equal-weight and low volatility are, usually, relatively easy to understand, so combining the two themes under the umbrella of a single ETF should be seen as a feasible adventure.
<h3>New ETF Adventures For PowerShares</h3>
PowerShares, the fourth-largest U.S. ETF issuer, has done just that with last Thursday&#39;s launches of the PowerShares Russell 1000 Low Beta Equal Weight Portfolio (POWERSHARES EXCHANGE TRADED FD TST (NASDAQ: USLB)) and the <bPowerShares FTSE International Low Beta Equal Weight (NASDAQ: IDLB).
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This is not new territory for PowerShares. For example, the success of the PowerShares S&amp;P 500 Low Volatility Portfolio (PowerShares Exchange-Traded Fund Trust II (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/splv#NYSE">SPLV</a>)) <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/15/10/5943650/ditching-volatility-with-emerging-markets-etfs">sparked the creation</a> of the PowerShares S&amp;P International Developed Low Volatility Portfolio (PowerShares Exchange-Traded Fund Trust II (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/idlv#NYSE">IDLV</a>)).
<h3>USLB</h3>
The PowerShares Russell 1000 Low Beta Equal Weight Portfolio is home to nearly 420 Russell 1000 constituents exhibiting low beta traits. The new ETF tracks the Russell 1000 Low Beta Equal Weight Index, which is part of a new index series from indexing giant FTSE Russell.
&ldquo;This new index series is designed to reflect the performance of securities exhibiting relatively low beta, or market volatility, where all index constituents are weighted equally. The new series initially includes two indexes based on well-recognized market capitalization weighted benchmarks from FTSE Russell. The Russell 1000&reg; Low Beta Equal Weight Index tracks US large cap stocks and the FTSE Developed ex-US Low Beta Equal Weight Index tracks large and mid-cap stocks from developed markets outside the US,&rdquo; said FTSE Russell <a href="http://www.ftse.com/products/home">in a statement</a>.
<h3>FTSE Russell And PowerShares' Relationship</h3>
FTSE Russell and PowerShares have an expanding, successful partnership that includes some well-known and fast-growing strategic beta ETFs. The PowerShares Russell 1000 Equal Weight POrtfolio (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/eqal#NYSE">EQAL</a>) is <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/15/10/5900689/long-term-investors-should-get-to-know-this-equal-weight-etf">part of that group</a>. Still not even a year old, EQAL is home to $153.4 million in assets.
USLB, which charges 0.35 percent per year, allocates 27.7 percent of its weight to financial services stocks, more than double the weight assigned to healthcare, the new ETF&#39;s second-largest sector weight.
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<h3>IDLB</h3>
The PowerShares FTSE International Low Beta Equal Weight Portfolio, USLB&#39;s international equivalent, follows the FTSE Developed ex-US Low Beta Equal Weight Index. Japan dominates the new ETF with a weight of 34.3 percent. No other country exceeds 7.8 percent in IDLB&#39;s lineup. IDLB, which holds nearly 800 stocks, devotes over 40 percent of its combined weight to industrial and financial services stocks.
As PowerShares Managing Director Dan Draper noted, advisors and professional investors are boosting their exposure to equal-weight <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/15/09/5871033/the-survey-says-advisors-love-smart-beta-etfs">and low volatility strategies</a>. 
&ldquo;Survey results show that nearly half (48 percent) of the financial advisors surveyed use an equal weight index, or plan to use one in the near future, and more than half (52 percent) are already using or very likely to use a low volatility index,&rdquo; said Draper in the statement.
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Diversified, low-cost index and exchange traded funds are arguably cornerstones of well-built, long-term investment portfolios. Most advisors and investors deployed market capitalization-weighted ETFs in this capacity, but equal-weight funds deserve more playing time on the long-term portfolio field.

	In particular, the PowerShares Russell 1000 Equal Weight Portfolio (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/eqal#NYSE">EQAL</a>) is worthy of consideration as a building block in a long-term portfolio. The rub is that potential user of the PowerShares Russell 1000 Equal Weight Portfolio will have to get over the fact that EQAL itself is not old. The ETF quietly debuted in late 2014 and now home to $154.1 million in assets under management, can lay claim to being one of the most successful ETFs to debut last year.

	Not to invoke a clich&eacute;, but EQAL is not your grandfather&#39;s equal-weight ETF. Old guard equal-weight ETFs typically just equally weight the stocks found within the fund. EQAL goes a step further by also equally weighting each stock within the 10 sectors represented in the fund.

	For example, the technology sector accounts for almost 13.3 percent of EQAL&#39;s weight meaning there are approximately 130 tech stocks in the fund. EQAL&#39;s tech holdings range in weight from 0.04 percent to 0.16 percent, while no individual holding commands more than 0.23 percent of the ETF&#39;s weight.

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	EQAL is &quot;re-weighted at the close of the last business day in March and September, and at the close of third Friday in December. It is also re-weighted at the close of the last business day in June when the Russell 1000 is reconstituted,&quot;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.invesco.com/portal/site/us/financial-professional/etfs/product-detail?productId=EQAL">according to PowerShares</a>.

	Data suggest that if EQAL was an old ETF, it would be sporting a lengthy track record of out-performance over cap-weighted funds tracking the Russell 1000 Index.

	&quot;The U.S. large cap Russell 1000&reg; Equal Weight Index outperformed its market capitalization weighted counterpart the U.S. large cap Russell 1000&reg; Index for the three- and ten-year periods (annualized) ended October 2, 2015, while the market capitalization weighted index outperformed its equal weight counterpart for the year-to-date, one year and five year periods as shown in the chart below,&quot; according to <a href="http://www.ftse.com/products/home">FTSE Russell</a>.

	Equal-weight ETFs are viewed as one of the forefathers of the smart or strategic beta ETF movement, one of the fastest-growing segments of the ETF industry.

	According to FTSE Russell&#39;s first U.S. retail financial advisor market survey - <a href="http://www2.londonstockexchangegroup.com/advisor-smart-beta-survey">Smart Beta:</a> 2015 survey findings from U.S. financial advisors - 68 percent of financial advisors polled are using smart beta ETFs and <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/15/09/5871033/the-survey-says-advisors-love-smart-beta-etfs">70 percent</a> are using multiple strategic beta approaches.

	That data support increased professional investor adoption of EQAL going forward. While past performance is no guarantee of future returns, noteworthy is the fact that EQAL&#39;s underlying index outpaced its cap-weighted counterpart by 230 basis points over the past decade, according to FTSE Russell data.

Assailed and derided because some critics simply do not like the implications of the term &ldquo;smart beta,&rdquo; smart or strategic beta exchange traded funds continue to make significant inroads with financial advisors.

	According to FTSE Russell&rsquo;s first U.S. retail financial advisor market survey - <a href="http://www2.londonstockexchangegroup.com/advisor-smart-beta-survey">Smart Beta:</a> 2015 survey findings from U.S. financial advisors - 68 percent of financial advisors polled are using smart beta ETFs and 70 percent are using multiple strategic beta approaches.

	<a href="http://www2.londonstockexchangegroup.com/advisor-smart-beta-survey"> </a>

	<a href="http://www2.londonstockexchangegroup.com/advisor-smart-beta-survey">A recent survey</a> by Create-Research found that smart beta ETFs account for&nbsp;<a href="http://www.etftrends.com/2015/08/rapid-growth-in-the-smart-beta-index-etf-space/">over $300 billion</a>, or 18 percent of the U.S. ETF market, by far the largest ETF market in the world.

	The demographics of advisors using strategic beta ETFs are telling.

	&ldquo;Advisors utilizing smart beta products tend to be younger, have a higher share of AUM in ETFs and alternative investments, and have practices which extend beyond the core activities of investment selection, asset allocation and financial planning,&rdquo; <a href="http://www.ftse.com/products/home">according to FTSE Russell</a>.

	Smart beta ETFs are broadly defined as those funds that do not adhere to market capitalization weighting. FTSE Russell, the combination of FTSE Group&#39;s indexing business and Russell Indexes, is one of the largest purveyors of fundamentally-weighted indexes. In fact, some of the ETFs that started the smart beta movement track FTSE indexes.

	For example, the PowerShares FTSE RAFI US 1000 Portfolio (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/prf#NYSE">PRF</a>), which is home to nearly $4 billion in assets under management and will celebrate its 10th anniversary later this year, tracks a FTSE index.

	PRF&#39;s underlying index &ldquo;is designed to track the performance of the largest US equities, selected based on the following four fundamental measures of firm size: book value, cash flow, sales and dividends,&rdquo; <a href="https://www.invesco.com/portal/site/us/financial-professional/etfs/product-detail?productId=PRF">according to PowerShares</a>.

	Equal-weight ETFs are among the most popular smart beta strategies and that methodology has benefited some new funds. For example, the PowerShares Russell 1000 Equal Weight Portfolio (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/eqal#NYSE">EQAL</a>) debuted in late 2014 and has nearly $142 million in assets under management. EQAL, which tracks a Russell index, takes equal-weighting a step further by applying the methodology to its individual holdings as well as the nine sectors represented in the fund.

	&ldquo;Advisors are most likely to use a smart beta approach that weights companies by historical dividend yield, with 36% adopting this type of smart beta investment product and 35% interested in using it,&rdquo; said FTSE Russell. &ldquo;High quality (27%), equal weight (26%) and fundamental (23%) are the next most widely used smart beta investment products after dividend.&rdquo;

	FTSE Russell has a growing footprint in the dividend and quality indexing arena thanks in part to O&#39;Shares Investments, the ETF issuer run by &ldquo;Shark Tank&rdquo; star Kevin O&#39;Leary.

	FTSE Russell is the index provider behind the O&#39;Shares FTSE US Quality Dividend ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="/stock/ousa#NYSE">OUSA</a>), a dividend fund which has needed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/15/08/5778246/olearys-oshares-triples-the-size-of-its-etf-stable">just over two months</a> of trading to amass $25.6 million in assets under management. O&#39;Shares also turned to FTSE Russell for the Asian and European equivalents of OUSA, the O&#39;Shares FTSE Asia Pacific Quality Dividend ETF (NYSE: OASI) and the O&#39;Shares FTSE Europe Quality Dividend ETF (NYSE: OEUR), as well as the currency-hedged answers to those funds.

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