Dun & Bradstreet Holdings Bolsa (NYSE: DNB)

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings (NYSE:DNB) Bolsa

Dun & Bradstreet Hldgs

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings Inc is a provider of business decisioning data and analytics. The company operates in two segments: North America, which offers Finance & Risk and Sales & Marketing data, analytics, and business insights in the United States and Canada; and International, which offers Finance & Risk and Sales & Marketing data, analytics, and business insights directly in the U.K, Europe, Greater China, India and indirectly through its WWN alliances. The company generates maximum revenue from the North American region. Other services provided by the company include digital marketing, sales acceleration, and risk management among others.

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Cannae Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cnne#NYSE">CNNE</a>) (&quot;Cannae&quot; or the &quot;Company&quot;) today announced that it plans to use at least $460 million, from the proceeds of the recently announced sale of Dun &amp; Bradstreet (&quot;DNB&quot;), to repurchase shares of its common stock, pay future quarterly dividends, and retire existing debt. As a result, Cannae would utilize at least 72% of its expected DNB sale proceeds as a capital return to shareholders and as debt repayment.
The Company expects to repurchase at least $300 million of its common stock, including through a tender offer, which would commence shortly following the anticipated closing of the DNB transaction.
In addition, the Company expects to retain an additional $60 million of the DNB proceeds to cover future quarterly dividends to shareholders, while also repaying all $101 million outstanding under its existing margin loan that is collateralized by DNB shares.
Dun &amp; Bradstreet is Cannae&#39;s largest investment as Cannae holds 69.1 million shares, representing $632 million in expected cash proceeds at the announced transaction value. The DNB sale is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

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Cannae Holdings To Allocate $460M From Dun & Bradstreet Sale For Stock Buybacks, Dividends And Debt Reduction​

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Jefferies analyst Surinder Thind downgraded Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) from Buy to Hold and cut the price target from $11 to $9.15. Dun &amp; Bradstreet shares closed at $8.99 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DNB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Jefferies analyst Surinder Thind downgrades Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowers the price target from $11 to $9.15.

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Jefferies Downgrades Dun & Bradstreet Holdings to Hold, Lowers Price Target to $9.15

In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></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>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<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>
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<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>
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<td>2M 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>
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<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 provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $12.75, a high estimate of $14.00, and a low estimate of $11.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 8.6% lower than the prior average price target of $13.95. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742842834_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings 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.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
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<td>George Tong</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$12.80</td>
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<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
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<td>Ashish Sabadra</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<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 Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DNB/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's Background</h2>
Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings Inc is a provider of business decisioning data and analytics. The company operates in two segments: North America, which offers Finance &amp; Risk and Sales &amp; Marketing data, analytics, and business insights in the United States and Canada; and International, which offers Finance &amp; Risk and Sales &amp; Marketing data, analytics, and business insights directly in the U.K, Europe, Greater China, India and indirectly through its WWN alliances. The company generates maximum revenue from the North American region. Other services provided by the company include digital marketing, sales acceleration, and risk management among others.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.24% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 1.23%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.24%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.09%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.08.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per 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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Analyst Expectations For Dun & Bradstreet Holdings's Future

Needham analyst Kyle Peterson downgrades Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) from Buy to Hold and maintains the price target from $14 to $14.

Needham Downgrades Dun & Bradstreet Holdings to Hold, Maintains Price Target to $14

Shares of data and analytics company Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) are <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading higher in premarket</a> on Monday.
Clearlake Capital Group, an investment firm, has announced its agreement to acquire Dun &amp; Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) in a transaction valued at&nbsp;$7.7 billion, including outstanding debt / <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/b44455042/dun-bradstreet-enters-into-a-definitive-agreement-to-be-acquired-by-clearlake-capital-group" rel="noreferrer noopener">with an equity value of&nbsp;$4.1 billion.</a>
Under the terms of the agreement, which has received unanimous approval from Dun &amp; Bradstreet&#8217;s Board of Directors, shareholders will receive $9.15 in cash for each share they hold, including the company&#8217;s outstanding debt.
The per share price represents a premium of 5% to Friday&#8217;s closing price of $8.73.
Clearlake Capital Group will fund the purchase through a mix of debt and equity financing, as agreed in commitment letters associated with the transaction.
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The deal includes a 30-day &#8220;go-shop&#8221; period, allowing Dun &amp; Bradstreet to explore better offers. If any superior proposal arises, Dun &amp; Bradstreet reserves the right to terminate the agreement.
The deal is expected to be closed by the third-quarter of 2025, pending shareholder approval and regulatory clearances.
Once the transaction is finalized, Dun &amp; Bradstreet will transition into a privately owned company, and its common stock will be delisted from all public exchanges.
&#8220;We have grown revenue by approximately 40%, EBITDA by 60%, expanded margins by nearly 600 basis points, and leverage has come down from 9 times to 3.6 times, all while extending our lead in data breadth, depth and quality,&#8221; said Dun &amp; Bradstreet CEO, Anthony Jabbour.
Dun &amp; Bradstreet helps companies enhance performance by providing insights through its Data Cloud, enabling improved revenue, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and business transformation.
Price Action: DNB shares traded higher by 3.21% at $9.01 in premarket at last check Monday.
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Dun & Bradstreet To Go Private In $7.7 Billion Clearlake Deal—Stock Pops On Buyout News

Dun & Bradstreet To Be Acquires By Clearlake Capital For $7.7B

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Dun & Bradstreet shares are trading higher amid reports Clearlake Capital is close to taking over the company in a $4 billion acquisition deal.

<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-21/clearlake-is-said-to-near-4-billion-deal-for-dun-bradstreet" title="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-21/clearlake-is-said-to-near-4-billion-deal-for-dun-bradstreet">https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-21/clearlake-is-said-to-near-4-billion-deal-for-dun-bradstreet</a>

'Clearlake Is Nearing $4B Deal for Dun & Bradstreet' - Bloomberg News

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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings Option Alert: Apr 17 $10 Calls Sweep (33) Near The Ask: 3045 @ $0.4 vs 9908 OI; Earnings 5/1 Before Open [est] Ref=$8.725

Goldman Sachs analyst George Tong maintains Dun &amp; Bradstreet Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $12.8 to $11.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on Dun & Bradstreet Hldgs, Lowers Price Target to $11

Needham analyst Kyle Peterson maintains Dun &amp; Bradstreet Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $17 to $14.

Needham Maintains Buy on Dun & Bradstreet Hldgs, Lowers Price Target to $14

Dun & Bradstreet shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q4 financial results and issued FY25 guidance below estimates.

Business Outlook
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<li>Revenues after the impact of foreign exchange are expected to be in the range of $2,440 million to $2,500 million, or approximately 2.5% to 5.0%.</li>
<li>Organic revenue growth is expected to be in the range of 3.0% to 5.0%.</li>
<li>Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $955 million to $985 million.</li>
<li>Adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $1.01 to $1.07.</li>
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Guidance

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings Expects FY25 Revenue Of $2.44B-$2.50B Vs $2.51B Est, Adj EPS Of $1.01-$1.07 Vs $1.10 Est

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Dun & Bradstreet Hldgs Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $0.30 Misses $0.32 Estimate, Sales $631.900M Miss $658.033M Estimate

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Updates From The Block</h2>
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<li>Veritas Capital is circling Wall Street data provider Dun &amp; Bradstreet (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>), per <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-07/veritas-is-said-in-talks-to-acquire-data-firm-dun-bradstreet?srnd=phx-deals">Bloomberg</a>. Dun &amp; Bradstreet boasts a $4.9 billion market cap.</li>
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<li>Nissan Motor Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSANY#OTC">NSANY</a>) CEO Makoto Uchida informed Honda Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMC#NYSE">HMC</a>) CEO Toshihiro Mibe of his intention to terminate discussions <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/02/43517930/nissan-ceo-seeks-to-end-honda-merger-talks-report">on a potential merger</a>.</li>
<li>Brookfield completed its $1.7 billion acquisition of Houston-based Chemelex, a provider of electric thermal and sensing solutions. Goldman Sachs advised nVent Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>) on the sell side.</li>
<li>Court Square Capital Partners and WindRose Health Investors completed a $1.1 billion buyout of Frisco, Texas-based infusion company Soleo Health. H.I.G. Capital.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bankruptcy Block</h2>
Judge Christopher Lopez has rejected a deal that would have facilitated a second auction attempt for Alex Jones&#8216; media company, Infowars. This ruling, as reported by <a href="https://www.npr.org/2025/02/05/g-s1-46738/infowars-alex-jones-onion-bankruptcy-judge-sandy-hook">NPR</a>, provides another temporary reprieve for Jones, but delays the Sandy Hook families' efforts to collect the $1.3 billion in defamation damages awarded nearly seven years ago.
Lopez explained he couldn&#8217;t approve the deal because Infowars&#8217; parent company, Free Speech Systems (FSS), is no longer in bankruptcy. That means, he rules, its assets cannot be sold—only Jones&#8217; ownership stake in the company can be auctioned. And yet, the judge also blocked <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/11/41982446/jokes-on-jones-onion-backed-by-families-of-sandy-hook-victims-buys-info-wars">a previous offer</a> from satirical website The Onion, which had partnered with the Connecticut families to bid on Infowars. 
Moving forward, Lopez emphasized that any asset sale must be a straightforward cash deal. With this latest decision, the path to recovering damages—and potentially dismantling Jones' platform—remains uncertain.
TGI Fridays has sold 19 more restaurants as part of its ongoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.&nbsp;Fremont, California-based Yadav Enterprises, an operator of 340 restaurants across six brands, is <a href="https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/tgi-fridays-sells-19-restaurants-out-bankruptcy">buying</a> 16 stores for $3 million in debt. Sugarloaf Hospitality, a firm owned by former TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette, is acquiring three locations for $100,000.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Notes From The Block</h2>
Scale Vs. Scope: This week, Bain Capital pointed out a trend in the media sector.
Media deals are becoming &#8220;predominantly cross-industry.&#8221; According to Bain&#8217;s <a href="https://www.bain.com/insights/media-and-entertainment-m-and-a-report-2025/">analysis</a>, using data from Dealogic, more than half of all media industry M&amp;A for the first three quarters of 2024 involved either a target or acquirer outside of their industry.
Here are a few callouts, cited by Bain partners Nicole Magoon, Matt Keith and Alex Egan:
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<li>The majority of Walt Disney Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) transactions used to be &#8220;scale&#8221; (i.e., Pixar in 2006 and 21st Century Fox in 2019); today, there&#8217;s an &#8220;increasing emphasis on scope deals.&#8221; For example, last year, Disney invested in Epic Games, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41052867/disneys-streaming-surge-epic-games-deal-among-key-growth-drivers-says-analyst">the maker of Fortnite</a>.</li>
<li>Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/06/39313096/sony-steps-into-theater-business-with-alamo-drafthouse-purchase">purchased the theater-dinner chain</a> Alamo Drafthouse.</li>
<li>Companies are also doing deals for evergreen IP: Sony Music bought half of Michael Jackson's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/08/40515995/michael-jacksons-1-5b-catalog-lands-court-approval-for-sale-thriller-for-sony">publishing and recorded music catalog</a>.</li>
<li>Pophouse Entertainment acquired Kiss's catalog as well as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/04/38116031/sealed-with-a-kiss-rock-band-sells-legacy-for-300m-who-did-gene-simmons-get-into-bed-with">the band members' likenesses</a>. </li>
<li>Private equity funds have invested in smaller production studios with a track record of quality IP. For example, Redbird bought All3Media, seeking an enduring advantage in the video space.</li>
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Is there risk? &#8220;Acquirers in cross-sector media M&amp;A quickly learn that such deals require a different type of diligence,&#8221; the Bain partners say. &#8220;For one thing, an acquirer is likely to be less familiar with the target's industry. Also, the revenue synergies inherent in scope deals are harder to realize and underwrite than cost synergies.&#8221;
For last week&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43402048/deal-dispatch-sage-and-silvus-are-up-for-sale-mrbeast-secures-20b-for-tiktok">Deal Dispatch, click here</a>.
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<li>Chicago Rivet &amp; Machine (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVR#AMEX">CVR</a>) shares increased by 37.1% to $21.01 during Thursday's pre-market session. The company's market cap stands at $20.2 million. </li>
<li>Heramba Electric (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PITA#NASDAQ">PITA</a>) shares rose 18.14% to $0.6. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $26.9 million. </li>
<li>Nuburu (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURU#AMEX">BURU</a>) shares rose 15.58% to $0.25. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.0 million. </li>
<li>American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) shares rose 14.14% to $29.13. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.1 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Dun &amp; Bradstreet Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNB#NYSE">DNB</a>) stock increased by 11.29% to $13.89. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $6.1 billion. </li>
<li>Lakeside Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSH#NASDAQ">LSH</a>) stock moved upwards by 10.39% to $2.23. The company's market cap stands at $16.7 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Matrix Service (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTRX#NASDAQ">MTRX</a>) shares declined by 17.0% to $11.65 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $321.0 million. The company's, Q2 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Symbotic (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) shares declined by 16.63% to $25.78. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.7 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) stock declined by 8.2% to $248.08. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $30.7 billion. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Antelope Ent Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEHL#NASDAQ">AEHL</a>) stock fell 6.85% to $0.12. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.9 million. </li>
<li>TrueBlue (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TBI#NYSE">TBI</a>) shares declined by 5.86% to $7.72. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $228.1 million. </li>
<li>Emeren Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOL#NYSE">SOL</a>) shares decreased by 5.56% to $1.7. The company's market cap stands at $87.1 million. 
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