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The US military&#8217;s recent strikes on Iran&#8217;s nuclear facilities may not have been as devastating as initially claimed, according to a preliminary US intelligence assessment.
What Happened: The strikes on three of Iran&#8217;s nuclear sites last weekend did not completely destroy the core components of Iran&#8217;s nuclear program, as per an early US intelligence assessment, <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/24/politics/intel-assessment-us-strikes-iran-nuclear-sites">reported</a> by CNN on Tuesday. The assessment, produced by the Defense Intelligence Agency, suggests that the strikes likely only set back Iran&#8217;s nuclear program by a few months.
&#8220;So the (DIA) assessment is that the US set them back maybe a few months, tops,&#8221; said a source, according to CNN.
The analysis of the damage&nbsp;and the impact of the&nbsp;strikes on Iran&#8217;s nuclear ambitions is ongoing. However, the early findings contradict President&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8216;s claims that the strikes &#8220;completely and totally obliterated&#8221; Iran&#8217;s nuclear enrichment facilities.
Two sources familiar with the assessment stated that Iran&#8217;s&nbsp;stockpile of enriched uranium was&nbsp;not destroyed. The intelligence assessed that&nbsp;enriched uranium was moved out&nbsp;of the sites before the US strikes.&nbsp;The White House acknowledged the&nbsp;existence of the assessment but&nbsp;disagreed with its findings.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt described the assessment as &#8220;flat-out wrong&#8221; and labeled the anonymous source as a &#8220;low-level loser.&#8221;
While the U.S. military claimed the operation was an &#8220;overwhelming success,&#8221; it is still early to have a comprehensive picture of the impact of the strikes. Israel, which had been striking Iranian nuclear facilities before the operation, believes the combined military action set back the Iranian nuclear program by two years.
However, the strikes&nbsp;did not fully eliminate the&nbsp;sites&#8217; centrifuges and highly enriched uranium. The impact&nbsp;was largely restricted to aboveground&nbsp;structures, which were severely damaged,&nbsp;according to the sources.
Despite the ongoing damage assessment, President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth remain bullish about the success of the strikes. However, others, including Republican Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and weapons expert Jeffrey Lewis, agree with the assessment that the strikes did not end Iran&#8217;s nuclear program.
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Why It Matters: The strikes followed a warning from Iran&#8217;s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict would be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/46042703/iran-calls-us-bombing-of-nuclear-sites-very-very-dangerous-for-everybody">&#8220;very, very dangerous&#8221;</a> for everybody. 
The strikes also led to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/46059497/stocks-rise-oil-tumbles-despite-irans-strikes-on-us-bases-whats-driving-markets-monday">retaliation from Iran</a>, with missiles fired at U.S. military bases in Qatar and Iraq. Despite the escalating tensions, President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, even as reports of renewed hostilities raised doubts about its durability. 
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US Attack On Iranian Nuclear Sites Reportedly Set Tehran Back Only 'A Few Months' — White House Calls Assessment 'Flat-Out Wrong'

Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JLL#NYSE">JLL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 5.12% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.91%. Currently, Jones Lang LaSalle has a market capitalization of $11.91 billion. 
Buying $1000 In JLL: If an investor had bought $1000 of JLL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,556.87 today based on a price of $250.88 for JLL at the time of writing.
<h3>Jones Lang LaSalle's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750808720_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In Jones Lang LaSalle 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Stride (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRN#NYSE">LRN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 25.37% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 40.16%. Currently, Stride has a market capitalization of $6.29 billion. 
Buying $100 In LRN: If an investor had bought $100 of LRN stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $547.33 today based on a price of $144.55 for LRN at the time of writing.
<h3>Stride's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750807831_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In Stride 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Casella Waste Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CWST#NASDAQ">CWST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 24.16% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 35.58%. Currently, Casella Waste Systems has a market capitalization of $7.47 billion. 
Buying $100 In CWST: If an investor had bought $100 of CWST stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $2,102.50 today based on a price of $117.74 for CWST at the time of writing.
<h3>Casella Waste Systems's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750806915_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Casella Waste Systems Stock In The Last 10 Years

The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/46058796/tesla-stock-is-surging-today-whats-driving-the-momentum">launch of robotaxis </a>in Texas by Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has put an emphasis on the company's AI technology and engineers. Those same Tesla workers are also being contacted by rival companies, which want to lure them away.
What Happened: Tesla senior staff engineer Yun-Ta Tsai shared details of Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) trying to poach him, which follows reports that Meta was aggressively<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46041399/meta-tried-luring-openais-top-minds-with-massive-paychecks-but-sam-altman-neglected-to-mention-that-hes-countering-those-offers-says-andrew-bosworth"> trying to win over</a> top AI talent.
Tsai <a href="https://x.com/YunTaTsai1">shared </a>an email from a Meta recruiter that said it was "one last try" to get him to work at the social media and tech company.
"Sorry we are busy at [sic] launching Robotaxi and our devotion to the sustainable abundance," Tsai captioned the post.
Working at Tesla and with CEO Elon Musk may be a dream job for some and a tough task for others. Tsai shared more details on this in comments to people who replied to the original post.
One user asked Tsai, "What attracts talent to Tesla?"
Tsai shared a response that highlighted Musk's leadership and working for a company with a clear purpose.
"No amount of money can sway me away from Elon. That's once in a lifetime (probably history) opportunities. I enjoyed [missing word] in tough environments. Making money without a sense of purpose would drive me crazy," Tsai said.
Another user told Tsai that Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg was "out there with pallets of cash" trying to "buy his way to AGI."
"That's what I heard. But money cannot buy a sense of purpose," Tsai responded.
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Why It's Important: A LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yutsai/">profile </a>for Tsai shows a work history that includes working at Tesla for four years and nine months along with past stints at Google, Nvidia and Nokia.
In other posts from Tsai, the Tesla engineer praises the teamwork of the AI units and their accomplishments.
"Everyone was working before the dawn to make history. One team," a post reads.
Another X user shared Tsai's post and said it should be shown off when the media says that top talent doesn't want to work with Musk, which caught the CEO's attention.
"It is an honor to work with such a great team," Musk <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1937146908927242271">said</a>.
The positive comments from Tsai come after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45725551/these-former-senior-tesla-employees-share-what-it-was-like-working-with-elon-musk-its-not-a-9-to-5-experience">a recent interview</a> of former Tesla employees highlighted the challenges and pressures of working for Musk, but also the rewards, with some employees going on to found their own companies.
A recent report from OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth suggested the company was seeing its employees targeted by Meta.
Bosworth said Meta was trying to lure away top employees from OpenAI, which followed comments from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman commenting on the same.
"The market is setting a rate here for a level of talent which is really incredible and kind of unprecedented," Bosworth said.
Bosworth said Altman failed to mention that he has countered many of the offers OpenAI employees were getting from Meta. &nbsp;
The push to get exceptional employees is likely to continue with demand in the sector, which will lead to companies needing to treat employees well, offer strong compensation and as Tsai has said, a "sense of purpose."
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Tesla Vs. Meta: Engineer Says He's Staying At EV Giant — 'No Amount Of Money Can Sway Me From Elon'

IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 5.97% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.76%. Currently, IBM has a market capitalization of $273.01 billion. 
Buying $1000 In IBM: If an investor had bought $1000 of IBM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,624.63 today based on a price of $293.75 for IBM at the time of writing.
<h3>IBM's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750806017_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning IBM Stock In The Last 5 Years

Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IR#NYSE">IR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 9.59% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 24.38%. Currently, Ingersoll Rand has a market capitalization of $33.73 billion. 
Buying $1000 In IR: If an investor had bought $1000 of IR stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,073.45 today based on a price of $83.69 for IR at the time of writing.
<h3>Ingersoll Rand's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750805132_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Ingersoll Rand 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Pure Storage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 11.25% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.04%. Currently, Pure Storage has a market capitalization of $17.65 billion. 
Buying $1000 In PSTG: If an investor had bought $1000 of PSTG stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,178.97 today based on a price of $54.00 for PSTG at the time of writing.
<h3>Pure Storage's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750804225_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Meetings with the top management of Group 1 Automotive Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPI#NYSE">GPI</a>) and Penske Automotive Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAG#NYSE">PAG</a>) highlighted industry trends in tariff responses by OEMs (original equipment manufacturers), new and used vehicle sales, as well as P&amp;S (parts and service) trends, according to JPMorgan.
The Automotive Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5e68c15a5f2b9b0001143528/rajat-gupta">Analyst Rajat Gupta</a> reiterated an Overweight rating and price target of $435 for Group 1 Automotive, while maintaining an Underweight rating and price target of $160 for Penske Automotive.
The Automotive Thesis: Both companies witnessed increased buying by OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) over the past few months, ahead of tariffs being imposed, Gupta said in the note.
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While there was a "sharp uptick' in sales during late March, the trend began to normalize into mid-April and a "new normalized run-rate" was established by mid- to late-May and into June, he added.
"Consumer health remains resilient and in-store traffic is strong as well," the analyst wrote.
Both Group 1 Automotive and Penske Automotive indicated that the used car market continues to be challenging, he further stated.
GPI, PAG Price Action: Shares of Group 1 Automotive had declined by 0.48% to $446.20, while Penske Automotive's stock was up 1.25% to $177.56 at market close on Tuesday.
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Marvell Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 2.73% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.51%. Currently, Marvell Tech has a market capitalization of $65.05 billion. 
Buying $100 In MRVL: If an investor had bought $100 of MRVL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $226.33 today based on a price of $75.44 for MRVL at the time of writing.
<h3>Marvell Tech's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750803312_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In Marvell Tech 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

48 analysts have shared their evaluations of Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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">21</td>
<td align="right">26</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">5</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">9</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $692.42, a high estimate of $918.00, and a low estimate of $525.00. Experiencing a 3.42% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $716.96. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802479_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Meta Platforms 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>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$803.00</td>
<td>$690.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$807.00</td>
<td>$676.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Gawrelski</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$664.00</td>
<td>$664.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Helfstein</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$775.00</td>
<td>$665.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Justin Post</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
<td>$690.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$676.00</td>
<td>$676.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$735.00</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Sanderson</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$888.00</td>
<td>$695.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Erickson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$740.00</td>
<td>$740.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Nowak</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
<td>$615.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Miller</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$676.00</td>
<td>$624.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Kelley</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$655.00</td>
<td>$628.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ross Sandler</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$705.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Youssef Squali</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$720.00</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Gawrelski</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$664.00</td>
<td>$752.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Blackledge</td>
<td>TD Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Champion</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Morris</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Helfstein</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$665.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$680.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Justin Patterson</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$655.00</td>
<td>$645.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shyam Patil</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Mahaney</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lloyd Walmsley</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$683.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$690.00</td>
<td>$655.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Barton Crockett</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$918.00</td>
<td>$846.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Boone</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Sanderson</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$695.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Kelley</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$628.00</td>
<td>$740.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Zgutowicz</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$820.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nat Schindler</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
<td>$627.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Nowak</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$615.00</td>
<td>$660.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Youssef Squali</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$624.00</td>
<td>$790.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$680.00</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$655.00</td>
<td>$780.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$685.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lloyd Walmsley</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
<td>$786.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Champion</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$775.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Celino</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$645.00</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Justin Post</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Morris</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$790.00</td>
<td>$790.00</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 Meta Platforms. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Meta Platforms compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Meta Platforms's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Meta Platforms's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Meta Platforms</h2>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
<h3>Meta Platforms: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Meta Platforms's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 16.07% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 39.33%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Meta Platforms's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 9.05%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.98%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Meta Platforms's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.27, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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What 48 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Meta Platforms

Across the recent three months, 9 analysts have shared their insights on Upstart Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning 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">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">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">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M 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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Upstart Hldgs and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $54.72, accompanied by a high estimate of $75.00 and a low estimate of $16.50. Experiencing a 21.27% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $69.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802469_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Upstart Hldgs. The following summary 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>Patrick Moley</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ng</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arvind Ramnani</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Faucette</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nat Schindler</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Upstart Hldgs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Upstart Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Upstart Hldgs'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 Upstart Hldgs's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Upstart Hldgs</h2>
Upstart Holdings Inc provides credit services. The company provides a proprietary, cloud-based, artificial intelligence lending platform. The platform aggregates consumer demand for loans and connects it to the network of Upstart AI-enabled bank partners. Upstart's platform includes personal loans, automotive retail and refinance loans, home equity lines of credit, and small-dollar loans.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Upstart Hldgs's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Upstart Hldgs showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 66.96% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -1.15%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Upstart Hldgs's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -0.37%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.1%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Upstart Hldgs's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 2.04.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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UPST

Forecasting The Future: 9 Analyst Projections For Upstart Hldgs

Throughout the last three months, 10 analysts have evaluated Timken (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TKR#NYSE">TKR</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
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">3</td>
<td align="right">3</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">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">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</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 $76.7, a high estimate of $88.00, and a low estimate of $65.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 9.98% lower than the prior average price target of $85.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802456_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Timken. The following summary 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>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Raso</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Shlisky</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Blair</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Dankert</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Angel Castillo</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Ritchie</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Volkmann</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$90.00</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 Timken. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Timken compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Timken's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Timken's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Timken</h2>
The Timken Co designs and manages a portfolio of engineered bearings and industrial motion products, and provides related services. The Company sells products and services to customers in the following market sectors: industrial distribution, renewable energy, automation, automotive original equipment (OE), agriculture/turf, rail, aerospace, auto/truck aftermarket, construction, etc. The company has two reportable segment: The Engineered Bearings portfolio features bearings with precision tolerances, proprietary internal geometries and quality materials. The Industrial Motion portfolio features products such as drives, breathers, seals, automatic lubrication systems, linear motion products, chain, belts, couplings, etc. Key revenue is generated from Engineered Bearings.
<h3>Timken's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Challenges: Timken's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -4.2%. This indicates a decrease 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: Timken's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.87%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Timken's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.73%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.21%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Timken's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.77, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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The Analyst Verdict: Timken In The Eyes Of 10 Experts

Ratings for Leidos Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>) were provided by 6 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</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">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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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 $172.33, with a high estimate of $200.00 and a low estimate of $155.00. Observing a 4.06% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $165.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802445_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Leidos Holdings among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Siegmann</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$178.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Herbert</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gavin Parsons</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
<td>$149.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tobey Sommer</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
<td>$191.00</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 Leidos Holdings. 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 Leidos Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Leidos Holdings's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Leidos Holdings's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Leidos Holdings Better</h2>
Leidos Holdings Inc is a technology, engineering, and science company that provides services and solutions in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets, both domestically and internationally. Company customer includes the U.S. Department of Defense ("DoD"), the U.S. Intelligence Community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security ("DHS"), the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA"), the Department of Veterans Affairs ("VA"), and many other U.S. civilian, state and local government agencies, etc. The company is engaged in four reportable segments; National Security &amp; Digital, Health &amp; Civil, Commercial &amp; International and Defense Systems. It provides a wide array of scientific, engineering and technical services and solutions across these reportable segments.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Leidos Holdings's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Leidos Holdings's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 6.79% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Leidos Holdings's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 8.55%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 8.37%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Leidos Holdings's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.76%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Leidos Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.35, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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. 
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LDOS

Where Leidos Holdings Stands With Analysts

In the last three months, 19 analysts have published ratings on PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</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">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $79.21, with a high estimate of $96.00 and a low estimate of $49.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 18.34%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802429_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of PayPal Holdings among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Moley</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Coad</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashwin Shirvaikar</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Perlin</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rufus Hone</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timothy Chiodo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Sebastian</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Vafi</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Golding</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arvind Ramnani</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dominick Gabriele</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeff Cantwell</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Kupferberg</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Friedman</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Frisch</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gus Gala</td>
<td>Monness, Crespi, Hardt</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sanjay Sakhrani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$104.00</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 PayPal Holdings. 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 PayPal Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for PayPal Holdings's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into PayPal Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About PayPal Holdings</h2>
PayPal was spun off from eBay in 2015 and provides electronic payment solutions to merchants and consumers, with a focus on online transactions. The company had 434 million active accounts at the end of 2024. The company also owns Venmo, a person-to-person payment platform.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of PayPal Holdings</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: PayPal Holdings displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 1.2%. 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 Financials sector.
Net Margin: PayPal Holdings's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 16.52%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): PayPal Holdings's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 6.33%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): PayPal Holdings's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.58%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56, PayPal Holdings adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</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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PYPL

PayPal Holdings Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (19 Ratings)

GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 34.22% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 49.01%. Currently, GE Aerospace has a market capitalization of $265.00 billion. 
Buying $1000 In GE: If an investor had bought $1000 of GE stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $7,710.22 today based on a price of $248.50 for GE at the time of writing.
<h3>GE Aerospace's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802420_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In GE Aerospace 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

In the current session, the stock is trading at $343.26, after a 3.10% spike. Over the past month, Eaton Corp Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>) stock increased by 4.60%, and in the past year, by 8.88%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802418_0_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Evaluating Eaton Corp P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 41.88 in the Electrical Equipment industry, Eaton Corp Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 33.6. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802419_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

Intraday Update

A Look Into Eaton Corp Inc's Price Over Earnings

Ratings for Hub Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUBG#NASDAQ">HUBG</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, 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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</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">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">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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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 $40.83, a high estimate of $46.00, and a low estimate of $33.13. A 10.85% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $45.80. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750802418_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A clear picture of Hub Group'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>Bascome Majors</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Kuhn</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$33.13</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Kuhn</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Hub Group. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Hub Group 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>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Hub Group's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Hub Group: A Closer Look</h2>
Hub Group ranks among the largest providers of rail intermodal service. Roughly 60% of consolidated revenue comes from Hub's intermodal and transportation solutions division. ITS includes its flagship intermodal operations, which use the Class I rail carriers for the underlying line-haul movement of containers, as well as its dedicated truckload shipping unit. Hub's logistics segment includes its asset-light truck brokerage operations along with its outsourced transportation management, warehousing and fulfillment, and heavy-goods final mile delivery offerings. Hub often makes tuck-in acquisitions that expand its brokerage, last-mile, and dedicated offerings.
<h3>Key Indicators: Hub Group's Financial Health</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.
Revenue Challenges: Hub Group's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -8.43%. 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 Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Hub Group's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 2.93%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hub Group's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 1.63%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Hub Group's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.94%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Hub Group's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.29, 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: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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