ARN Daily: Headlines and Analysts’ Updates for 9/17/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Aquarius Platinum Limited (UK) (LON:AQP) was upgraded by analysts at RBC Capital to an “outperform” rating. They now have a GBX 30 ($0.49) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • ASOS plc (LON:ASC) was upgraded by analysts at Societe Generale to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 5,000 ($81.25) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 4,855 ($78.89). Tweet This.
  • Ashmore Group plc (LON:ASHM) was upgraded by analysts at HSBC to an “overweight” rating. They now have a GBX 420 ($6.82) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Bill Barrett Co. (NYSE:BBG) was upgraded by analysts at Mizuho from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $28.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $24.00. 19.3% upside from the previous close of $23.47. Tweet This.
  • Baker Hughes Incorporated (NYSE:BHI) was upgraded by analysts at Howard Weil from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $67.95. Tweet This.
  • Anheuser Busch (NYSE:BUD) was upgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $114.46. Tweet This.
  • Casey’s General Stores Inc (NASDAQ:CASY) was upgraded by analysts at Northcoast Research from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $83.00 price target on the stock. 21.1% upside from the previous close of $68.56. Tweet This.
  • CIGNA Co. (NYSE:CI) was upgraded by analysts at Susquehanna from a “neutral” rating to a “positive” rating. They now have a $115.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $77.00. 23.3% upside from the previous close of $93.24. Tweet This.
  • Cepheid (NASDAQ:CPHD) was upgraded by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $52.00 price target on the stock. 19.7% upside from the previous close of $43.44. Tweet This.
  • Cheniere Energy Partners LP Holdings LLC (NYSE:CQH) was upgraded by analysts at US Capital Advisors from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $25.04. Tweet This.
  • Cheniere Energy Partners LP (NYSE:CQP) was upgraded by analysts at US Capital Advisors from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $32.84. Tweet This.
  • Crest Nicholson Holdings PLC (LON:CRST) was upgraded by analysts at Beaufort Securities to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • Dialog Semicon (NASDAQ:DLGNF) was upgraded by analysts at Commerzbank AG from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $27.30. Tweet This.
  • Extra Space Storage, Inc. (NYSE:EXR) was upgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $51.20. Tweet This.
  • GNC Holdings Inc (NYSE:GNC) was upgraded by analysts at Wedbush from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $46.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $34.00. 17.5% upside from the previous close of $39.16. Tweet This.
  • Johnson Matthey PLC (LON:JMAT) was upgraded by analysts at Berenberg Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 3,650 ($59.31) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 2,900 ($47.12). Tweet This.
  • Mondelez International Inc (NYSE:KFT) was upgraded by analysts at Societe Generale to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE:LVLT) was upgraded by analysts at DA Davidson from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $54.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $50.00. 19.4% upside from the previous close of $45.24. Tweet This.
  • MB Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:MBFI) was upgraded by analysts at DA Davidson from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $33.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $31.00. 15.0% upside from the previous close of $28.70. Tweet This.
  • Mondelez International Inc (NASDAQ:MDLZ) was upgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $43.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $35.54. 21.0% upside from the previous close of $35.54. Tweet This.
  • Bank Of The Ozarks Inc (NASDAQ:OZRK) was upgraded by analysts at BB&T Corp. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $39.00 price target on the stock. 19.3% upside from the previous close of $32.70. Tweet This.
  • Precision Drilling Corp (NYSE:PDS) was upgraded by analysts at FirstEnergy Capital from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $11.55. Tweet This.
  • Radian Group Inc (NYSE:RDN) was upgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $20.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $15.00. 37.6% upside from the previous close of $14.53. Tweet This.
  • Silicon Motion Technology Corp. (ADR) (NASDAQ:SIMO) was upgraded by analysts at Standpoint Research from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $34.00 price target on the stock. 31.0% upside from the previous close of $25.96. Tweet This.
  • UCP Inc (NYSE:UCP) was upgraded by analysts at Sidoti from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $11.90. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • ASOS plc (LON:ASC) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 2,400 ($39.00) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 3,600 ($58.50). Tweet This.
  • ASOS plc (LON:ASC) was downgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “sell” rating. They now have a GBX 2,000 ($32.50) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 3,000 ($48.75). Tweet This.
  • Asos Plc (NASDAQ:ASOMF) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $48.89. Tweet This.
  • BHP Billiton Limited (ADR) (NYSE:BHP) was downgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $65.47. Tweet This.
  • Chemring Group plc (LON:CHG) was downgraded by analysts at Investec to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 250 ($4.06) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc (NYSE:DVA) was downgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $75.00 price target on the stock. 1.0% upside from the previous close of $74.24. Tweet This.
  • Essent Group Ltd (NASDAQ:ESNT) was downgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $24.00 price target on the stock. 9.3% upside from the previous close of $21.96. Tweet This.
  • FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:FDS) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $130.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $134.00. 2.6% upside from the previous close of $126.76. Tweet This.
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE:GES) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. They now have a $21.00 price target on the stock. 8.0% downside from the previous close of $22.82. Tweet This.
  • General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) was downgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating. They now have a $50.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $53.00. 6.0% downside from the previous close of $53.18. Tweet This.
  • Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd (NASDAQ:GXYEY) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $65.60. Tweet This.
  • Hibbett Sports, Inc. (NASDAQ:HIBB) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $43.00 price target on the stock. 2.2% downside from the previous close of $43.98. Tweet This.
  • Kellogg Company (NYSE:K) was downgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $66.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $68.50. 3.3% upside from the previous close of $63.87. Tweet This.
  • L Brands Inc (NYSE:LTD) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $64.99. Tweet This.
  • Mobile TeleSystems OJSC (ADR) (NYSE:MBT) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $19.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $22.00. 7.0% upside from the previous close of $17.75. Tweet This.
  • Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. (NYSE:MMP) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $87.00 price target on the stock. 4.7% upside from the previous close of $83.06. Tweet This.
  • Nestle SA Reg Shs. Ser. B Spons (ADR) (NASDAQ:NSRGY) was downgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $76.09. Tweet This.
  • Oncolytics Biotech, Inc. (NASDAQ:ONCY) was downgraded by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $1.27. Tweet This.
  • Rackspace Hosting, Inc. (NYSE:RAX) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Agricole from an “underperform” rating to a “sell” rating. Previous closing price of $39.34. Tweet This.
  • TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (NYSE:TRW) was downgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $102.95. Tweet This.
  • Westpac Banking Co. (NYSE:WBK) was downgraded by analysts at Macquarie from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $30.67. Tweet This.
  • Wynn Macau (NASDAQ:WYNMF) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $3.35. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ downgrades at Analyst Ratings.net

Analysts’ New Coverage

  • American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $14.15. Tweet This.
  • Aggregated Micro Power Holdings PLC (LON:AMPH) is now covered by analysts at FinnCap. They set a “corporate” rating and a GBX 278 ($4.52) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE:ANF) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $41.76. Tweet This.
  • (:) is now covered by analysts at TD Securities. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Black Diamond Inc (NYSE:BDE) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $7.75. Tweet This.
  • Boston Properties, Inc. (NYSE:BXP) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $116.31. Tweet This.
  • CymaBay Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:CBAY) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 35.7% upside from the previous close of $7.37. Tweet This.
  • Constant Contact Inc (NASDAQ:CTCT) is now covered by analysts at CRT Capital. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $29.93. Tweet This.
  • Constant Contact Inc (NASDAQ:CTCT) is now covered by analysts at Furey Research Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 33.6% upside from the previous close of $29.93. Tweet This.
  • Barracuda Networks Inc (NYSE:CUDA) is now covered by analysts at DA Davidson. They set a “neutral” rating and a $29.50 price target on the stock. 10.7% upside from the previous close of $26.65. Tweet This.
  • Danaher Co. (NYSE:DHR) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $90.00 price target on the stock. 16.0% upside from the previous close of $77.57. Tweet This.
  • Eaton Corp plc (NYSE:ETN) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $66.71. Tweet This.
  • Farmers Capital Bank Corp (NASDAQ:FFKT) is now covered by analysts at Raymond James. They set an “outperform” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 17.1% upside from the previous close of $22.21. Tweet This.
  • Finish Line Inc (NASDAQ:FINL) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $31.51. Tweet This.
  • Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE:FL) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $57.98. Tweet This.
  • Genesco Inc. (NYSE:GCO) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $78.48. Tweet This.
  • The Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $44.12. Tweet This.
  • GrubHub Inc (NASDAQ:GRUB) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “neutral” rating and a $44.00 price target on the stock. 11.3% upside from the previous close of $39.52. Tweet This.
  • Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE:HON) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $112.00 price target on the stock. 18.1% upside from the previous close of $94.86. Tweet This.
  • ID Systems Inc (NASDAQ:ID) is now covered by analysts at B. Riley. They set a “buy” rating and a $9.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • I.D. Systems (NASDAQ:IDSY) is now covered by analysts at B. Riley. They set a “buy” rating and a $9.00 price target on the stock. 58.7% upside from the previous close of $5.67. Tweet This.
  • Kate Spade & Co (NASDAQ:KATE) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 18.1% upside from the previous close of $30.48. Tweet This.
  • Medidata Solutions Inc (NASDAQ:MDSO) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $60.00 price target on the stock. 34.0% upside from the previous close of $44.78. Tweet This.
  • Mellanox Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MLNX) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set a “neutral” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 5.0% upside from the previous close of $43.82. Tweet This.
  • Norsk Hydro ASA (ADR) (NASDAQ:NHYDY) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “underperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $5.78. Tweet This.
  • Nike Inc (NYSE:NKE) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $81.20. Tweet This.
  • Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA (ADR) (NYSE:PBR) is now covered by analysts at Credit Agricole. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $17.51. Tweet This.
  • Pixelworks (NASDAQ:PXLW) is now covered by analysts at Feltl & Co.. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $6.44. Tweet This.
  • Radware Ltd. (NASDAQ:RDWR) is now covered by analysts at DA Davidson. They set a “buy” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 19.1% upside from the previous close of $17.63. Tweet This.
  • Ryerson Inc. (NYSE:RYI) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “buy” rating and a $11.61 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Ryerson Inc. (NYSE:RYI) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock. 72.3% upside from the previous close of $11.61. Tweet This.
  • Ryerson Inc. (NYSE:RYI) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $15.00 price target on the stock. 29.2% upside from the previous close of $11.61. Tweet This.
  • Ryerson Inc. (NYSE:RYI) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $11.61. Tweet This.
  • Ryerson Inc. (NYSE:RYI) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $15.00 price target on the stock. 29.2% upside from the previous close of $11.61. Tweet This.
  • Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) is now covered by analysts at KeyCorp. They set a “buy” rating and a $80.00 price target on the stock. 71.8% upside from the previous close of $46.56. Tweet This.
  • Skullcandy Inc (NASDAQ:SKUL) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set an “overweight” rating and a $7.58 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Sonic Co. (NASDAQ:SONC) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $22.00 price target on the stock. 2.1% upside from the previous close of $21.55. Tweet This.
  • Tilly’s Inc (NASDAQ:TLYS) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $7.68. Tweet This.
  • Under Armour Inc (NYSE:UA) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating and a $63.00 price target on the stock. 7.0% downside from the previous close of $67.75. Tweet This.
  • Vera Bradley, Inc. (NYSE:VRA) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $27.00 price target on the stock. 16.0% upside from the previous close of $23.27. Tweet This.
  • Zumiez Inc. (NASDAQ:ZUMZ) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $29.70. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily: Headlines and Analysts’ Updates for 9/16/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Anglo American plc (LON:AAL) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 2,100 ($34.12) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 1,650 ($26.81). Tweet This.
  • Anglo American plc (ADR) (NASDAQ:AAUKY) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $12.11. Tweet This.
  • American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) was upgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $13.00. 18.8% upside from the previous close of $13.47. Tweet This.
  • Antofagasta plc (ADR) (NASDAQ:ANFGY) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $24.72. Tweet This.
  • Antofagasta plc (LON:ANTO) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 820 ($13.32) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 730 ($11.86). Tweet This.
  • Approach Resources Inc. (NASDAQ:AREX) was upgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $16.11. Tweet This.
  • Athlon Energy Inc (NASDAQ:ATHL) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $60.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $54.00. 32.8% upside from the previous close of $45.18. Tweet This.
  • AngloGold Ashanti Limited (NYSE:AU) was upgraded by analysts at HSBC from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $13.67. Tweet This.
  • Avanti Communications Group PLC (LON:AVN) was upgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 250 ($4.06) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • AVEVA Group plc (LON:AVV) was upgraded by analysts at Westhouse Securities to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 1,780 ($28.92) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 2,260 ($36.72). Tweet This.
  • B/E Aerospace Inc (NASDAQ:BEAV) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $97.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $96.00. 12.9% upside from the previous close of $85.89. Tweet This.
  • Ballard Power Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:BLDP) was upgraded by analysts at Sidoti from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $5.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $4.00. 59.2% upside from the previous close of $3.14. Tweet This.
  • CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE:CBL) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from an “underperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They noted that the move was a valuation call. Previous closing price of $17.63. Tweet This.
  • Craneware plc (LON:CRW) was upgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 590 ($9.59) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Tableau Software Inc (NYSE:DATA) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $100.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $87.50. 40.1% upside from the previous close of $71.37. Tweet This.
  • Derwent London Plc (LON:DLN) was upgraded by analysts at Liberum Capital to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 3,108 ($50.50) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 3,047 ($49.51). Tweet This.
  • Duke Energy Corp (NYSE:DUK) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $73.44. Tweet This.
  • Hermes Intl S A (NASDAQ:HESAY) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $31.40. Tweet This.
  • Hammerson plc (LON:HMSO) was upgraded by analysts at Liberum Capital to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 664 ($10.79) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 643 ($10.45). Tweet This.
  • Kosmos Energy Ltd (NYSE:KOS) was upgraded by analysts at Tudor Pickering from an “accumulate” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $10.12. Tweet This.
  • Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSE:LIF) was upgraded by analysts at Desjardins from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • Lonmin Plc (LON:LMI) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to an “outperform” rating. They now have a GBX 300 ($4.87) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 310 ($5.04). Tweet This.
  • Mermaid Marine Australia Limited (ASX:MRM) was upgraded by analysts at Hartley’s Research from a “neutral” rating to an “accumulate” rating. They now have a $3.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • New York Community Bancorp Inc. (NYSE:NYCB) was upgraded by analysts at Standpoint Research from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $20.00 price target on the stock. 22.5% upside from the previous close of $16.32. Tweet This.
  • Pearson PLC (ADR) (NYSE:PSO) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $19.52. Tweet This.
  • SODEXO (NASDAQ:SDXOF) was upgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $99.47. Tweet This.
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing Int’l (ADR) (NYSE:SMI) was upgraded by analysts at Nomura to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $4.79. Tweet This.
  • SYNNEX Co. (NYSE:SNX) was upgraded by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $71.00 price target on the stock. 16.4% upside from the previous close of $61.02. Tweet This.
  • STR Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:STRI) was upgraded by analysts at Craig Hallum from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $3.50 price target on the stock, up previously from $2.00. 136.5% upside from the previous close of $1.48. Tweet This.
  • Terex Co. (NYSE:TEX) was upgraded by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $51.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 23.2% upside from the previous close of $32.47. Tweet This.
  • 21Vianet Group Inc (NASDAQ:VNET) was upgraded by analysts at Pacific Crest from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $21.46. Tweet This.
  • 500.com Ltd (NASDAQ:WBAI) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock. 33.9% upside from the previous close of $29.88. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ upgrades at AnalystRatings.net

Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Arch Coal Inc (NYSE:ACI) was downgraded by analysts at Nomura from a “neutral” rating to a “reduce” rating. They now have a $1.50 price target on the stock, down previously from $4.00. 47.6% downside from the previous close of $2.86. Tweet This.
  • Arch Coal Inc (NYSE:ACI) was downgraded by analysts at Northland Securities from a “neutral” rating to a “reduce” rating. They now have a $1.50 price target on the stock, down previously from $3.00. 47.6% downside from the previous close of $2.86. Tweet This.
  • Accenture Plc (NYSE:ACN) was downgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $80.60. Tweet This.
  • Analogic Co. (NASDAQ:ALOG) was downgraded by analysts at Brean Capital from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $71.49. Tweet This.
  • Peabody Energy Co. (NYSE:BTU) was downgraded by analysts at Northland Securities from a “neutral” rating to a “reduce” rating. They now have a $11.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $13.00. 22.1% downside from the previous close of $14.12. Tweet This.
  • Peabody Energy Co. (NYSE:BTU) was downgraded by analysts at Nomura from a “neutral” rating to a “reduce” rating. They now have a $11.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $13.00. 22.1% downside from the previous close of $14.12. Tweet This.
  • Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $100.00 price target on the stock. 4.6% downside from the previous close of $104.86. Tweet This.
  • Con-way Inc (NYSE:CNW) was downgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock. 2.7% upside from the previous close of $53.53. Tweet This.
  • Con-way Inc (NYSE:CNW) was downgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $54.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $57.00. 0.9% upside from the previous close of $53.53. Tweet This.
  • Energy XXI (Bermuda) Limited (NASDAQ:EXXI) was downgraded by analysts at Capital One Financial Corp. from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $22.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $26.00. 54.4% upside from the previous close of $14.25. Tweet This.
  • FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FTI) was downgraded by analysts at FBR Capital Markets from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $58.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $68.00. 2.6% upside from the previous close of $56.51. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:function) was downgraded by analysts at FIG Partners to a “buy” rating. They now have a $500.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $400.00. Tweet This.
  • Laredo Petroleum Inc (NYSE:LPI) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $28.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $34.00. 17.3% upside from the previous close of $23.88. Tweet This.
  • Occidental Petroleum Co. (NYSE:OXY) was downgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $109.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $117.00. 10.9% upside from the previous close of $98.29. Tweet This.
  • People’s United Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:PBCT) was downgraded by analysts at Sandler O’Neill from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $15.00. 6.7% downside from the previous close of $15.01. Tweet This.
  • Pengrowth Energy Corp (NYSE:PGH) was downgraded by analysts at AltaCorp Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $5.80. Tweet This.
  • Bankrate Inc (NYSE:RATE) was downgraded by analysts at Topeka Capital Markets from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating. Previous closing price of $11.92. Tweet This.
  • Randgold Resources Limited (LON:RRS) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 4,640 ($75.40) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 5,000 ($81.25). Tweet This.
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corp (ADR) (NYSE:SNP) was downgraded by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $93.10. Tweet This.
  • Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. They now have a $8.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (NYSE:TRW) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. They now have a $105.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $112.00. 1.9% upside from the previous close of $103.04. Tweet This.
  • TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (NYSE:TRW) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $105.50 price target on the stock, down previously from $109.00. 2.4% upside from the previous close of $103.04. Tweet This.
  • Youku Tudou Inc (ADR) (NASDAQ:YOKU) was downgraded by analysts at OTR Global to a “positive” rating. Previous closing price of $19.16. Tweet This.
  • Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:ZURVY) was downgraded by analysts at Societe Generale from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $29.98. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • Accenture Plc (NYSE:ACN) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set a “market perform” rating and a $86.00 price target on the stock. 6.7% upside from the previous close of $80.60. Tweet This.
  • Accenture Plc (NYSE:ACN) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set a “market perform” rating and a $86.00 price target on the stock. 6.7% upside from the previous close of $80.60. Tweet This.
  • Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $83.46. Tweet This.
  • Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set a “market perform” rating and a $88.00 price target on the stock. 5.4% upside from the previous close of $83.46. Tweet This.
  • Aquarius Platinum Limited (UK) (LON:AQP) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a GBX 50 ($0.81) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Athlon Energy Inc (NASDAQ:ATHL) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set a “buy” rating and a $60.00 price target on the stock. 32.8% upside from the previous close of $45.18. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:BF-B) is now covered by analysts at Cowen and Company. They set an “outperform” rating and a $104.00 price target on the stock. 14.2% upside from the previous close of $91.07. Tweet This.
  • Bonmarche Holdings PLC (LON:BON) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 325 ($5.28) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • BroadSoft Inc (NASDAQ:BSFT) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock. 106.9% upside from the previous close of $23.20. Tweet This.
  • Canadian Natural Resource Ltd (NYSE:CNQ) is now covered by analysts at AltaCorp Capital. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $41.11. Tweet This.
  • Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (NASDAQ:CTSH) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $61.00 price target on the stock. 37.7% upside from the previous close of $44.31. Tweet This.
  • Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (NASDAQ:CTSH) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $61.00 price target on the stock. 37.7% upside from the previous close of $44.31. Tweet This.
  • Cenovus Energy Inc (NYSE:CVE) is now covered by analysts at AltaCorp Capital. They set a “sector perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $30.32. Tweet This.
  • Ergomed PLC (LON:ERGO) is now covered by analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 281 ($4.57) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • e-Therapeutics plc (LON:ETX) is now covered by analysts at N+1 Singer. They set a “corporate” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • (:) is now covered by analysts at National Bank Financial. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • GoPro Inc (NASDAQ:GPRO) is now covered by analysts at Cleveland Research. They set a “buy” rating and a $78.00 price target on the stock. 16.1% upside from the previous close of $67.20. Tweet This.
  • Jones Energy Inc (NASDAQ:JONE) is now covered by analysts at Johnson Rice. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $18.77. Tweet This.
  • Laredo Petroleum Inc (NYSE:LPI) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “neutral” rating and a $28.00 price target on the stock. 17.3% upside from the previous close of $23.88. Tweet This.
  • Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $99.00 price target on the stock. 31.6% upside from the previous close of $75.24. Tweet This.
  • Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $99.00 price target on the stock. 31.6% upside from the previous close of $75.24. Tweet This.
  • Mednax Inc. (NYSE:MD) is now covered by analysts at SunTrust. They set a “neutral” rating and a $62.00 price target on the stock. 12.2% upside from the previous close of $55.26. Tweet This.
  • Manulife Financial Co. (NYSE:MFC) is now covered by analysts at National Bank Financial. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $19.95. Tweet This.
  • Noble Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NBL) is now covered by analysts at Atlantic Securities. They set an “overweight” rating and a $88.00 price target on the stock. 26.7% upside from the previous close of $69.48. Tweet This.
  • Osiris Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:OSIR) is now covered by analysts at R. F. Lafferty. They set a “buy” rating and a $19.00 price target on the stock. 49.3% upside from the previous close of $12.73. Tweet This.
  • Paycom Software Inc (NYSE:PAYC) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set a “buy” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock. 16.6% upside from the previous close of $17.16. Tweet This.
  • Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set an “underperform” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 14.5% downside from the previous close of $42.11. Tweet This.
  • Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set an “underperform” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 14.5% downside from the previous close of $42.11. Tweet This.
  • Reckitt Benckiser Pl (NASDAQ:RBGLY) is now covered by analysts at Berenberg Bank. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $17.87. Tweet This.
  • Rexahn Pharmaceuticals (NYSE:RNN) is now covered by analysts at Laidlaw. They set a “buy” rating and a $3.50 price target on the stock. 386.1% upside from the previous close of $0.72. Tweet This.
  • Silver Bay Realty Trust Corp (NYSE:SBY) is now covered by analysts at Compass Point. They set a “buy” rating and a $19.50 price target on the stock. 18.5% upside from the previous close of $16.46. Tweet This.
  • Spirent Communications Plc (ADR) (NASDAQ:SPMYY) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $6.71. Tweet This.
  • Spirent Communications Plc (LON:SPT) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “hold” rating and a GBX 100 ($1.62) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Seventy Seven Energy Inc (NYSE:SSE) is now covered by analysts at Stephens. They set an “overweight” rating and a $32.00 price target on the stock. 42.2% upside from the previous close of $22.50. Tweet This.
  • Suncor Energy Inc. (NYSE:SU) is now covered by analysts at AltaCorp Capital. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $38.93. Tweet This.
  • Starwood Waypoint Residential Trust (NASDAQ:SWAY) is now covered by analysts at Compass Point. They set a “neutral” rating and a $30.00 price target on the stock. 10.9% upside from the previous close of $27.04. Tweet This.
  • Ultratech, Inc. (NASDAQ:UTEK) is now covered by analysts at Imperial Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $30.00 price target on the stock. 22.5% upside from the previous close of $24.49. Tweet This.
  • Visa Inc (NYSE:V) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $262.00 price target on the stock. 22.1% upside from the previous close of $214.64. Tweet This.
  • Visa Inc (NYSE:V) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $262.00 price target on the stock. 22.1% upside from the previous close of $214.64. Tweet This.
  • VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. Previous closing price of $94.14. Tweet This.
  • (:) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $112.00 price target on the stock. 758.2% upside from the previous close of $13.05. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily Weekly Wrapup for 9/13/2014

This Week’s Most Talked About Upgrades and Downgrades

  • Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:OREX) had its price target raised by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. to $15.00 on Thursday. 190.7% upside from the previous close of $5.16. This rating was viewed 3,195 times. Tweet This.
  • CTI BioPharma Corp (NASDAQ:CTIC) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray on Monday. They set an “overweight” rating and a $6.00 price target on the stock. 129.9% upside from the previous close of $2.61. This rating was viewed 1,816 times. Tweet This.
  • Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) had its price target raised by analysts at Goldman Sachs from $107.00 to $115.00 on Wednesday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. 13.1% upside from the previous close of $101.66. This rating was viewed 1,792 times. Tweet This.
  • Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) had its price target raised by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $108.00 to $112.00 on Monday. 10.2% upside from the previous close of $101.66. This rating was viewed 1,419 times. Tweet This.
  • Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (NASDAQ:CTSH) had its price target raised by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $45.00 to $51.00 on Wednesday. 13.9% upside from the previous close of $44.76. This rating was viewed 1,320 times. Tweet This.
  • Threshold Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:THLD) is now covered by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald on Monday. They set a “buy” rating and a $14.00 price target on the stock. 185.1% upside from the previous close of $4.91. This rating was viewed 1,244 times. Tweet This.
  • Kinder Morgan Inc (NYSE:KMI) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets on Tuesday. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $37.76. This rating was viewed 1,224 times. Tweet This.
  • Energy XXI (Bermuda) Limited (NASDAQ:EXXI) had its price target lowered by analysts at Raymond James from $28.00 to $26.00 on Monday. 80.3% upside from the previous close of $14.42. This rating was viewed 1,169 times. Tweet This.
  • RF Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:RFMD) had its price target raised by analysts at Craig Hallum to $16.00 on Monday. 31.8% upside from the previous close of $12.14. This rating was viewed 1,140 times. Tweet This.
  • Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LON:LLOY) had its price target raised by analysts at Deutsche Bank from GBX 89 ($1.44) to GBX 94 ($1.52) on Monday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. This rating was viewed 1,139 times. Tweet This.
  • Endocyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECYT) is now covered by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald on Monday. They set a “buy” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 144.8% upside from the previous close of $8.58. This rating was viewed 1,024 times. Tweet This.
  • Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:KERX) had its price target raised by analysts at Roth Capital from $30.00 to $32.00 on Monday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. 123.2% upside from the previous close of $14.34. This rating was viewed 1,013 times. Tweet This.
  • GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating on Wednesday. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $20.00. 9.2% upside from the previous close of $12.82. This rating was viewed 899 times. Tweet This.
  • GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) had its price target lowered by analysts at Credit Suisse from GBX 1,475 ($23.93) to GBX 1,400 ($22.71) on Monday. They now have an “underperform” rating on the stock. This rating was viewed 859 times. Tweet This.
  • Halcon Resources Corp (NYSE:HK) had its price target lowered by analysts at Raymond James from $7.50 to $7.00 on Monday. 43.1% upside from the previous close of $4.89. This rating was viewed 825 times. Tweet This.
  • Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:MPEL) was downgraded by analysts at STANDARD CHARTERED.5 from an “outperform” rating to an “in-line” rating on Tuesday. Previous closing price of $27.75. This rating was viewed 796 times. Tweet This.
  • WhiteWave Foods Co (NYSE:WWAV) had its price target raised by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $35.00 to $39.00 on Monday. 4.4% upside from the previous close of $37.37. This rating was viewed 765 times. Tweet This.
  • Lifevantage Co. (NASDAQ:LFVN) is now covered by analysts at Midtown Partners on Monday. They set a “buy” rating and a $1.43 price target on the stock. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 15.3% upside from the previous close of $1.24. This rating was viewed 749 times. Tweet This.
  • Noranda Aluminum Holding Corp. (NYSE:NOR) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating on Friday. They now have a $7.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $4.24. 24.3% upside from the previous close of $5.63. This rating was viewed 708 times. Tweet This.
  • Infinera Corp. (NASDAQ:INFN) was upgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating on Monday. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $10.50. 26.0% upside from the previous close of $11.11. This rating was viewed 668 times. Tweet This.
  • Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LON:GKP) had its price target lowered by analysts at Westhouse Securities from GBX 125 ($2.03) to GBX 85 ($1.38) on Monday. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock. This rating was viewed 639 times. Tweet This.
  • Chicago Bridge & Iron Company (NYSE:CBI) is now covered by analysts at Standpoint Research on Tuesday. They set a “buy” rating and a $84.00 price target on the stock. 35.7% upside from the previous close of $61.90. This rating was viewed 573 times. Tweet This.
  • Whiting Petroleum Corp (NYSE:WLL) had its price target lowered by analysts at Raymond James from $106.00 to $105.00 on Monday. 25.7% upside from the previous close of $83.53. This rating was viewed 569 times. Tweet This.
  • Ruckus Wireless Inc (NASDAQ:RKUS) was downgraded by analysts at Buckingham Research from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating on Friday. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $15.00. 10.7% upside from the previous close of $14.46. This rating was viewed 564 times. Tweet This.
  • Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL) had its price target lowered by analysts at Susquehanna from $91.00 to $90.00 on Wednesday. 36.7% upside from the previous close of $65.86. This rating was viewed 547 times. Tweet This.
  • Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) had its price target raised by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from $30.00 to $55.00 on Wednesday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. 62.4% upside from the previous close of $33.87. This rating was viewed 534 times. Tweet This.
  • American Airlines Group Inc (NASDAQ:AAL) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse on Monday. They set an “outperform” rating and a $52.00 price target on the stock. 38.1% upside from the previous close of $37.65. This rating was viewed 531 times. Tweet This.
  • JD.Com Inc(ADR) (NYSE:JD) is now covered by analysts at Brean Capital on Wednesday. They set a “buy” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 19.7% upside from the previous close of $29.25. This rating was viewed 528 times. Tweet This.
  • Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “overweight” rating to an “underweight” rating on Monday. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $17.00. 3.6% downside from the previous close of $16.59. This rating was viewed 517 times. Tweet This.
  • U.S. Geothermal (NYSE:HTM) is now covered by analysts at Maxim Group on Monday. They set a “buy” rating and a $1.20 price target on the stock. 102.1% upside from the previous close of $0.59. This rating was viewed 517 times. Tweet This.
  • GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating on Wednesday. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock. 24.9% upside from the previous close of $12.82. This rating was viewed 504 times. Tweet This.
  • JetBlue Airways Co. (NASDAQ:JBLU) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse on Monday. They set an “underperform” rating and a $11.00 price target on the stock. 9.8% downside from the previous close of $12.19. This rating was viewed 502 times. Tweet This.
  • Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO) had its price target raised by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from $43.00 to $46.00 on Monday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. 6.6% upside from the previous close of $43.16. This rating was viewed 501 times. Tweet This.
  • Ubiquiti Networks Inc (NASDAQ:UBNT) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley on Friday. They set an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $46.49. This rating was viewed 498 times. Tweet This.
  • Lloyds Banking Group PLC (ADR) (NYSE:LYG) was upgraded by analysts at HSBC from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating on Tuesday. Previous closing price of $4.91. This rating was viewed 491 times. Tweet This.
  • Barratt Developments Plc (LON:BDEV) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. to an “overweight” rating on Monday. They now have a GBX 460 ($7.46) price target on the stock. This rating was viewed 488 times. Tweet This.
  • Fastnet Oil & Gas PLC (LON:FAST) had its price target raised by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald Europe from GBX 19 ($0.31) to GBX 27 ($0.44) on Tuesday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. This rating was viewed 485 times. Tweet This.
  • Emerge Energy Services LP (NASDAQ:EMES) is now covered by analysts at Miller Tabak on Thursday. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $129.57. This rating was viewed 483 times. Tweet This.
  • NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) had its price target raised by analysts at Raymond James from $80.00 to $86.00 on Wednesday. 22.9% upside from the previous close of $69.98. This rating was viewed 474 times. Tweet This.
  • Wm. Morrison Supermarkets plc (LON:MRW) was upgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. to a “buy” rating on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 190 ($3.08) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 220 ($3.57). This rating was viewed 467 times. Tweet This.
  • B&G Foods, Inc. (NYSE:BGS) was downgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating on Tuesday. Previous closing price of $28.52. This rating was viewed 458 times. Tweet This.
  • Seadrill Ltd (NASDAQ:SDRL) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity on Monday. They set a “sell” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $30.87. This rating was viewed 458 times. Tweet This.
  • Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE:HON) is now covered by analysts at Societe Generale on Tuesday. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $94.50. This rating was viewed 454 times. Tweet This.
  • Whiting Petroleum Corp (NYSE:WLL) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley on Monday. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $104.00 price target on the stock. 24.5% upside from the previous close of $83.53. This rating was viewed 444 times. Tweet This.
  • XPO Logistics Inc (NYSE:XPO) is now covered by analysts at Barclays on Wednesday. They set an “overweight” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 17.7% upside from the previous close of $38.22. This rating was viewed 440 times. Tweet This.
  • Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LON:GKP) had its price target lowered by analysts at Deutsche Bank from GBX 140 ($2.27) to GBX 100 ($1.62) on Monday. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock. This rating was viewed 440 times. Tweet This.
  • 21Vianet Group Inc (NASDAQ:VNET) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus on Wednesday. They set a “buy” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 66.1% upside from the previous close of $19.87. This rating was viewed 438 times. Tweet This.
  • VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW) is now covered by analysts at Maxim Group on Tuesday. They set a “buy” rating and a $120.00 price target on the stock. 25.3% upside from the previous close of $95.75. This rating was viewed 435 times. Tweet This.
  • Portland General Electric Company (NYSE:POR) was downgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating on Monday. Previous closing price of $33.05. This rating was viewed 430 times. Tweet This.
  • Leidos Holdings, Inc (NYSE:LDOS) had its price target raised by analysts at Cowen and Company from $50.00 to $51.00 on Wednesday. 44.6% upside from the previous close of $35.28. This rating was viewed 430 times. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily: Headlines and Analysts’ Updates for 9/12/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • The Advisory Board Company (NASDAQ:ABCO) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $48.55. Tweet This.
  • Ashmore Group plc (LON:ASHM) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 380 ($6.16) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Cal-Maine Foods Inc (NASDAQ:CALM) was upgraded by analysts at Sidoti from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $81.47. Tweet This.
  • Carnival Co. (NYSE:CCL) was upgraded by analysts at Shore from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $39.28. Tweet This.
  • Cedar Realty Trust Inc (NYSE:CDR) was upgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $7.50 price target on the stock. 21.4% upside from the previous close of $6.18. Tweet This.
  • CRH PLC (ADR) (NYSE:CRH) was upgraded by analysts at Bryan Garnier & Cie from a “sell” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $24.20. Tweet This.
  • E.ON SE (ADR) (NASDAQ:EONGY) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $18.84. Tweet This.
  • GKN plc (LON:GKN) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays to an “overweight” rating. They now have a GBX 440 ($7.14) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • GKN plc (ADR) (NASDAQ:GKNLY) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $5.64. Tweet This.
  • Greene King plc (LON:GNK) was upgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 840 ($13.63) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 954 ($15.48). Tweet This.
  • Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC) was upgraded by analysts at BB&T Corp. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $100.00 price target on the stock. 14.6% upside from the previous close of $87.27. Tweet This.
  • Home Retail Group Plc (LON:HOME) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 180 ($2.92) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Hansard Global plc (LON:HSD) was upgraded by analysts at Panmure Gordon to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 105 ($1.70) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Inland Real Estate Corp. (NYSE:IRC) was upgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $12.00 price target on the stock. 17.0% upside from the previous close of $10.26. Tweet This.
  • Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ:LFUS) was upgraded by analysts at Oppenheimer from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $107.00 price target on the stock. 15.5% upside from the previous close of $92.61. Tweet This.
  • McBride plc (LON:MCB) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 107 ($1.74) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Mycelx Technologies Corp (LON:MYX) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 472 ($7.66) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “underweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $480.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $420.00. 0.3% downside from the previous close of $481.56. Tweet This.
  • Noranda Aluminum Holding Corp. (NYSE:NOR) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $7.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $4.24. 65.1% upside from the previous close of $4.24. Tweet This.
  • OCI Partners LP (NASDAQ:OCIP) was upgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $23.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $20.00. 17.5% upside from the previous close of $19.57. Tweet This.
  • Rightmove Plc (LON:RMV) was upgraded by analysts at Westhouse Securities to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 2,637 ($42.78) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 2,585 ($41.94). Tweet This.
  • Ramco-Gershenson Properties Trust (NYSE:RPT) was upgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $19.00 price target on the stock. 11.3% upside from the previous close of $17.07. Tweet This.
  • Rolls-Royce Holding PLC (LON:RR) was upgraded by analysts at Natixis to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 1,020 ($16.55) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • (:) was upgraded by analysts at National Bank Financial to a “sector perform” rating. Tweet This.
  • Rolls-Royce Holding PLC (ADR) (NASDAQ:RYCEY) was upgraded by analysts at Natixis from a “reduce” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $83.37. Tweet This.
  • Sprint Co. (NYSE:S) was upgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $6.57. Tweet This.
  • Salamander Energy Plc (LON:SMDR) was upgraded by analysts at Tudor Pickering to an “accumulate” rating. They now have a GBX 165 ($2.68) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • T-Mobile US Inc (NASDAQ:TMUS) was upgraded by analysts at Argus from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock. 31.4% upside from the previous close of $30.45. Tweet This.
  • Wet Seal (NASDAQ:WTSLA) was upgraded by analysts at B. Riley from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $3.03. Tweet This.
  • XPO Logistics Inc (NYSE:XPO) was upgraded by analysts at Oppenheimer. Previous closing price of $34.05. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • AVEVA Group plc (LON:AVV) was downgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 2,480 ($40.23) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Annies Inc (NASDAQ:BNNY) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. They now have a $46.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $37.00. 0.3% downside from the previous close of $46.16. Tweet This.
  • Cape Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBNJ) was downgraded by analysts at Sandler O’Neill from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $10.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $12.00. 5.5% upside from the previous close of $9.48. Tweet This.
  • Conversant Inc (NASDAQ:CNVR) was downgraded by analysts at Craig Hallum from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $28.00. 31.0% upside from the previous close of $26.71. Tweet This.
  • Conversant Inc (NASDAQ:CNVR) was downgraded by analysts at B. Riley from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $26.71. Tweet This.
  • Conversant Inc (NASDAQ:CNVR) was downgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $28.00. 31.0% upside from the previous close of $26.71. Tweet This.
  • Conversant Inc (NASDAQ:CNVR) was downgraded by analysts at Lake Street Capital from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $26.00. 31.0% upside from the previous close of $26.71. Tweet This.
  • DDR Corp (NYSE:DDR) was downgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $17.82. Tweet This.
  • Enbridge Inc (NYSE:ENB) was downgraded by analysts at FirstEnergy Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $50.58. Tweet This.
  • Federation Centres Ltd (ASX:FDC) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $2.65 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Investors Real Estate Trust (NASDAQ:IRET) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from a “sector perform” rating to an “underperform” rating. They now have a $8.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $9.00. 1.1% downside from the previous close of $8.09. Tweet This.
  • Nordea Bank Ab (NASDAQ:NRBAY) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $12.53. Tweet This.
  • Oci Resources LP (NASDAQ:OCIR) was downgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $25.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $24.00. 2.2% upside from the previous close of $24.46. Tweet This.
  • PMFG Inc (NASDAQ:PMFG) was downgraded by analysts at William Blair from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $5.23. Tweet This.
  • Ruckus Wireless Inc (NASDAQ:RKUS) was downgraded by analysts at Buckingham Research from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $15.00. 5.8% upside from the previous close of $15.13. Tweet This.
  • RWE AG (ADR) (NASDAQ:RWEOY) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “underweight” rating. Previous closing price of $40.21. Tweet This.
  • Signet Jewelers Limited (LON:SIG) was downgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 7,600 ($123.30) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Taminco Corp (NYSE:TAM) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $26.21. Tweet This.
  • Taminco Corp (NYSE:TAM) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $26.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $24.00. 0.8% downside from the previous close of $26.21. Tweet This.
  • Unilife Corp. (NASDAQ:UNIS) was downgraded by analysts at Ladenburg Thalmann from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $2.75 price target on the stock, down previously from $4.50. 2.2% upside from the previous close of $2.69. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • AllianceBernstein Holding LP (NYSE:AB) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “neutral” rating and a $54.00 price target on the stock. 99.1% upside from the previous close of $27.12. Tweet This.
  • Allison Transmission Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:ALSN) is now covered by analysts at Susquehanna. They set a “positive” rating and a $37.00 price target on the stock. 23.7% upside from the previous close of $29.91. Tweet This.
  • Amsurg Corp (NASDAQ:AMSG) is now covered by analysts at KeyCorp. They set a “buy” rating and a $65.00 price target on the stock. 24.0% upside from the previous close of $52.44. Tweet This.
  • Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARUN) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $23.63. Tweet This.
  • Aviv REIT Inc (NASDAQ:AVIV) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $31.00 price target on the stock. 9.8% upside from the previous close of $28.24. Tweet This.
  • Carpenter Technology Co. (NYSE:CRS) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $53.35. Tweet This.
  • Caretrust REIT Inc (NASDAQ:CTRE) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $17.03. Tweet This.
  • Community Health Systems (NYSE:CYH) is now covered by analysts at Leerink Swann. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $57.10. Tweet This.
  • Epizyme Inc (NASDAQ:EPZM) is now covered by analysts at Mizuho. They set a “buy” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 24.1% upside from the previous close of $28.20. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:function) is now covered by analysts at FIG Partners. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Goodrich Co. (NYSE:GR) is now covered by analysts at Cowen and Company. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE:HBI) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $124.00 price target on the stock. 15.8% upside from the previous close of $107.05. Tweet This.
  • HCA Holdings Inc (NYSE:HCA) is now covered by analysts at Leerink Swann. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $72.35. Tweet This.
  • Aerohive Networks Inc (NASDAQ:HIVE) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $8.37. Tweet This.
  • L Brands Inc (NYSE:LB) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $75.00 price target on the stock. 15.1% upside from the previous close of $65.14. Tweet This.
  • LifePoint Hospitals, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPNT) is now covered by analysts at Leerink Swann. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $74.63. Tweet This.
  • Methanex Co. (NASDAQ:MEOH) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating and a $82.00 price target on the stock. 19.0% upside from the previous close of $68.89. Tweet This.
  • NewLink Genetics Corp (NASDAQ:NLNK) is now covered by analysts at Mizuho. They set a “buy” rating and a $50.00 price target on the stock. 87.4% upside from the previous close of $26.68. Tweet This.
  • New Home Company Inc (NASDAQ:NWHM) is now covered by analysts at Sidoti. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $13.73. Tweet This.
  • Oiltanking Partners LP (NASDAQ:OILT) is now covered by analysts at Ladenburg Thalmann. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $52.86. Tweet This.
  • Perion Network Ltd (NASDAQ:PERI) is now covered by analysts at Standpoint Research. They set a “buy” rating and a $11.00 price target on the stock. 76.3% upside from the previous close of $6.24. Tweet This.
  • Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $25.00 price target on the stock. 22.4% upside from the previous close of $20.43. Tweet This.
  • PVH Corp (NYSE:PVH) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $150.00 price target on the stock. 19.2% upside from the previous close of $125.85. Tweet This.
  • Qlik Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:QLIK) is now covered by analysts at Burke & Quick. They set an “outperform” rating and a $32.00 price target on the stock. 10.2% upside from the previous close of $29.05. Tweet This.
  • Ruckus Wireless Inc (NASDAQ:RKUS) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “underweight” rating and a $13.00 price target on the stock. 14.1% downside from the previous close of $15.13. Tweet This.
  • Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:SGYP) is now covered by analysts at Cowen and Company. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $3.60. Tweet This.
  • Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. (NASDAQ:SLXP) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “underperform” rating and a $139.00 price target on the stock. 6.7% downside from the previous close of $148.99. Tweet This.
  • Streamline Health Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:STRM) is now covered by analysts at Cowen and Company. They set a “market perform” rating and a $5.00 price target on the stock. 21.7% upside from the previous close of $4.11. Tweet This.
  • Tenet Healthcare Corp (NYSE:THC) is now covered by analysts at Leerink Swann. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $62.84. Tweet This.
  • Ubiquiti Networks Inc (NASDAQ:UBNT) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $49.60. Tweet This.
  • Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE:UHS) is now covered by analysts at Leerink Swann. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $113.25. Tweet This.
  • Controladora Vuela Co Avcn SA CV (NASDAQ:VLRS) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $9.03. Tweet This.
  • Vitesse Semiconductor (NASDAQ:VTSS) is now covered by analysts at Ascendiant Capital Markets. They set a “buy” rating and a $5.25 price target on the stock. 50.0% upside from the previous close of $3.50. Tweet This.
  • Weatherford International Plc (NYSE:WFT) is now covered by analysts at Gabelli. They set a “buy” rating and a $37.00 price target on the stock. 61.0% upside from the previous close of $22.98. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily: Headlines and Analysts’ Updates for 9/11/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:AAWW) was upgraded by analysts at FBR Capital Markets from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $35.00. 17.7% upside from the previous close of $33.98. Tweet This.
  • Abcam Plc (LON:ABC) was upgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 414 ($6.72) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Admiral Group plc (LON:ADM) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 1,630 ($26.44) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 1,720 ($27.90). Tweet This.
  • Aquarius Platinum Limited (UK) (LON:AQP) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. to an “overweight” rating. They now have a GBX 29 ($0.47) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. (NYSE:ARR) was upgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $5.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $4.50. 17.6% upside from the previous close of $4.25. Tweet This.
  • Barratt Developments Plc (LON:BDEV) was upgraded by analysts at Beaufort Securities to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • Bwin.party Digital Entertainment Plc (LON:BPTY) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a GBX 105 ($1.70) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 100 ($1.62). Tweet This.
  • CRH PLC (ADR) (NYSE:CRH) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $24.20. Tweet This.
  • CYS Investments Inc (NYSE:CYS) was upgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $10.00 price target on the stock. 9.6% upside from the previous close of $9.12. Tweet This.
  • Enel Societa Per Azi (NASDAQ:ENLAY) was upgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “underperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $5.38. Tweet This.
  • 1st Century Bancshar (NASDAQ:FCTY) was upgraded by analysts at FIG Partners from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $7.08. Tweet This.
  • Hilton Food Group plc (LON:HFG) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 549 ($8.91) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 450 ($7.30). Tweet This.
  • Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (NYSE:HP) was upgraded by analysts at Argus from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $124.00 price target on the stock. 22.8% upside from the previous close of $101.00. Tweet This.
  • Hatteras Financial Corp. (NYSE:HTS) was upgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $22.50 price target on the stock, up previously from $21.00. 15.1% upside from the previous close of $19.54. Tweet This.
  • JDS Uniphase Corp (NASDAQ:JDSU) was upgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $18.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $11.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 48.7% upside from the previous close of $12.11. Tweet This.
  • Jones Lang LaSalle Inc (NYSE:JLL) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $143.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $128.00. 9.5% upside from the previous close of $130.65. Tweet This.
  • Mosman Oil And Gas Ltd (LON:MSMN) was upgraded by analysts at Beaufort Securities to a “speculative buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • Omnicare, Inc. (NYSE:OCR) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $76.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $62.49. 21.6% upside from the previous close of $62.49. Tweet This.
  • Orange SA (ADR) (NASDAQ:ORAN) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $15.02. Tweet This.
  • Pioneer Natural Resources (NYSE:PXD) was upgraded by analysts at Howard Weil from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $280.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $240.00. 39.9% upside from the previous close of $200.12. Tweet This.
  • RWE AG (ADR) (NASDAQ:RWEOY) was upgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $27.00. 13.6% downside from the previous close of $40.49. Tweet This.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:SEAS) was upgraded by analysts at Macquarie from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $25.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $21.00. 20.8% upside from the previous close of $20.69. Tweet This.
  • Triangle Capital Co. (NASDAQ:TCAP) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $26.88. Tweet This.
  • Tenaris S.A. (ADR) (NYSE:TS) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $44.63. Tweet This.
  • TUI Travel PLC (LON:TT) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to an “outperform” rating. They now have a GBX 489 ($7.93) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 420 ($6.81). Tweet This.
  • Vera Bradley, Inc. (NYSE:VRA) was upgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $28.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $26.00. 23.0% upside from the previous close of $22.76. Tweet This.
  • Vitamin Shoppe Inc (NYSE:VSI) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $49.00 price target on the stock. 19.7% upside from the previous close of $40.95. Tweet This.
  • WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $103.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $94.00. 25.0% upside from the previous close of $82.38. Tweet This.
  • The Wet Seal, Inc. (NASDAQ:WTSL) was upgraded by analysts at B. Riley from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $1.50 price target on the stock, up previously from $0.90. 121.1% upside from the previous close of $0.68. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ upgrades at AnalystRatings.net

Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Ashmore Group plc (LON:ASHM) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity to a “sell” rating. They now have a GBX 300 ($4.87) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 360 ($5.84). Tweet This.
  • Centrica PLC (LON:CNA) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital to an “underperform” rating. They now have a GBX 310 ($5.03) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 320 ($5.19). Tweet This.
  • Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ:CROX) was downgraded by analysts at Buckingham Research from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $13.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $20.00. 13.6% downside from the previous close of $15.04. Tweet This.
  • Direct Line Insurance Group PLC (LON:DLG) was downgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 305 ($4.95) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 300 ($4.87). Tweet This.
  • Dechra Pharmaceuticals plc (LON:DPH) was downgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 783 ($12.70) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 760 ($12.33). Tweet This.
  • E2open Inc (NASDAQ:EOPN) was downgraded by analysts at Needham & Company LLC from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $15.62. Tweet This.
  • E2open Inc (NASDAQ:EOPN) was downgraded by analysts at Pacific Crest from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $15.62. Tweet This.
  • E2open Inc (NASDAQ:EOPN) was downgraded by analysts at Northland Securities from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $27.00. 2.4% upside from the previous close of $15.62. Tweet This.
  • Express Scripts Holding Company (NASDAQ:ESRX) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $75.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $75.05. 0.1% downside from the previous close of $75.05. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:function) was downgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. to an “average” rating. Tweet This.
  • Kazakhmys plc (LON:KAZ) was downgraded by analysts at Westhouse Securities to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 320 ($5.19) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) was downgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $62.00 price target on the stock. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 3.5% upside from the previous close of $59.91. Tweet This.
  • Midcoast Energy Partners LP (NYSE:MEP) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. They now have a $21.00 price target on the stock. 16.0% downside from the previous close of $25.00. Tweet This.
  • MFA Financial, Inc. (NYSE:MFA) was downgraded by analysts at Compass Point from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $8.31. Tweet This.
  • National Bank of Canada (TSE:NA) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to an “underperform” rating. Tweet This.
  • National Grid plc (LON:NG) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital to a “sector perform” rating. They now have a GBX 925 ($15.01) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • National Grid plc (ADR) (NYSE:NGG) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $73.28. Tweet This.
  • National Bank of Canada (NASDAQ:NTIOF) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $48.53. Tweet This.
  • Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ:RRGB) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from a “sell” rating to a “strong sell” rating. They now have a $62.00 price target on the stock. 15.5% upside from the previous close of $53.66. Tweet This.
  • Restore PLC (LON:RST) was downgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 240 ($3.89) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 220 ($3.57). Tweet This.
  • Signet Jewelers Ltd. (NYSE:SIG) was downgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $117.50. Tweet This.
  • Sanofi SA (ADR) (NYSE:SNY) was downgraded by analysts at Berenberg Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $55.84. Tweet This.
  • Veolia Environnement (NYSE:VE) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $18.45. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • Airgas, Inc. (NYSE:ARG) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $108.61. Tweet This.
  • Athlon Energy Inc (NASDAQ:ATHL) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $57.00 price target on the stock. 27.6% upside from the previous close of $44.66. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:ATHR) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Burford Capital Limited (LON:BUR) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 156 ($2.53) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Capricor Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:CAPR) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “buy” rating and a $8.00 price target on the stock. 99.5% upside from the previous close of $4.01. Tweet This.
  • Cypress Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:CELP) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 17.5% upside from the previous close of $24.69. Tweet This.
  • Colfax Corp (NYSE:CFX) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $63.31. Tweet This.
  • Energen Co. (NYSE:EGN) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $95.00 price target on the stock. 28.1% upside from the previous close of $74.16. Tweet This.
  • Emerge Energy Services LP (NASDAQ:EMES) is now covered by analysts at Miller Tabak. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $129.32. Tweet This.
  • Fastenal Company (NASDAQ:FAST) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $46.47. Tweet This.
  • Fifth Street Finance Corp. (NYSE:FSC) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “buy” rating and a $10.50 price target on the stock. 6.4% upside from the previous close of $9.87. Tweet This.
  • Fifth Street Finance Corp. (NYSE:FSC) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $10.50 price target on the stock. 6.4% upside from the previous close of $9.87. Tweet This.
  • Globus Medical Inc (NASDAQ:GMED) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $25.00 price target on the stock. 31.6% upside from the previous close of $19.00. Tweet This.
  • GreenHunter Energy, Inc. (NYSE:GRH) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $1.77. Tweet This.
  • GrubHub Inc (NASDAQ:GRUB) is now covered by analysts at Barrington Research. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $38.88. Tweet This.
  • Good Times Restaurants Inc. (NASDAQ:GTIM) is now covered by analysts at Craig Hallum. They set a “buy” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 151.9% upside from the previous close of $3.97. Tweet This.
  • Chart Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLS) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $64.49. Tweet This.
  • Aerohive Networks Inc (NASDAQ:HIVE) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. They set an “outperform” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 18.5% upside from the previous close of $8.44. Tweet This.
  • Intest Corporation (NASDAQ:INTT) is now covered by analysts at Summit Research. They set a “buy” rating and a $6.50 price target on the stock. 17.3% upside from the previous close of $5.54. Tweet This.
  • Intest Corporation (NASDAQ:INTT) is now covered by analysts at Summit. They set a “buy” rating and a $6.60 price target on the stock. 19.1% upside from the previous close of $5.54. Tweet This.
  • IPG Photonics Corp. (NASDAQ:IPGP) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $67.42. Tweet This.
  • Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE:ITW) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $88.13. Tweet This.
  • Juridica Investments Limited (LON:JIL) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 157 ($2.55) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • K Plus S Ag (NASDAQ:KPLUF) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “underperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $31.20. Tweet This.
  • Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) is now covered by analysts at Northcoast Research. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $72.32. Tweet This.
  • London Stock Exchange Group Plc (LON:LSE) is now covered by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd. They set a “hold” rating and a GBX 2,074 ($33.65) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:LYV) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $27.00 price target on the stock. 14.3% upside from the previous close of $23.62. Tweet This.
  • Newfield Exploration Co. (NYSE:NFX) is now covered by analysts at GMP Securities. They set a “buy” rating and a $52.00 price target on the stock. 32.9% upside from the previous close of $39.13. Tweet This.
  • Newfield Exploration Co. (NYSE:NFX) is now covered by analysts at Iberia Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $54.00 price target on the stock. 38.0% upside from the previous close of $39.13. Tweet This.
  • Newpark Resources Inc (NYSE:NR) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $19.00 price target on the stock. 55.7% upside from the previous close of $12.20. Tweet This.
  • Nationstar Mortgage Holdings Inc (NYSE:NSM) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 10.0% upside from the previous close of $31.83. Tweet This.
  • Ocwen Financial Corp (NYSE:OCN) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $30.00 price target on the stock. 7.8% upside from the previous close of $27.83. Tweet This.
  • Orion Engineered Carbons (NYSE:OEC) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. They set a “neutral” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 16.2% upside from the previous close of $18.08. Tweet This.
  • Corporate Office Properties Trust (NYSE:OFC) is now covered by analysts at Capital One Financial Corp.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 16.2% upside from the previous close of $28.40. Tweet This.
  • Ozforex Group Ltd (ASX:OFX) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $2.95 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:PANW) is now covered by analysts at Roth Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $120.00 price target on the stock. 21.5% upside from the previous close of $98.75. Tweet This.
  • Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA (ADR) (NYSE:PBR) is now covered by analysts at Cowen and Company. They set an “outperform” rating and a $23.00 price target on the stock. 32.3% upside from the previous close of $17.38. Tweet This.
  • PharMerica Co. (NYSE:PMC) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “neutral” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 11.7% upside from the previous close of $25.96. Tweet This.
  • Pixelworks (NASDAQ:PXLW) is now covered by analysts at Lake Street Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $8.50 price target on the stock. 26.9% upside from the previous close of $6.70. Tweet This.
  • RSP Permian Inc (NASDAQ:RSPP) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “hold” rating and a $30.00 price target on the stock. 20.3% upside from the previous close of $24.93. Tweet This.
  • Stage Stores Inc (NYSE:SSI) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock. 20.7% upside from the previous close of $16.57. Tweet This.
  • Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $62.00 price target on the stock. 17.2% upside from the previous close of $52.91. Tweet This.
  • Walter Investment Management Corp (NYSE:WAC) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “underweight” rating and a $22.00 price target on the stock. 11.0% downside from the previous close of $24.71. Tweet This.
  • Washington Real Estate Investment Trust (NYSE:WRE) is now covered by analysts at Capital One Financial Corp.. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 5.5% upside from the previous close of $27.50. Tweet This.
  • Washington Real Estate Investment Trust (NYSE:WRE) is now covered by analysts at Capstone. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 5.5% upside from the previous close of $27.50. Tweet This.
  • XPO Logistics Inc (NYSE:XPO) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 16.1% upside from the previous close of $34.45. Tweet This.
  • Yara International ASA (ADR) (NASDAQ:YARIY) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $48.05. Tweet This.
  • Yandex NV (NASDAQ:YNDX) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 23.4% upside from the previous close of $30.80. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily: Headlines and Analysts’ Updates for 9/10/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (LON:AMS) was upgraded by analysts at Investec to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 133 ($2.16) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 129 ($2.09). Tweet This.
  • AngloGold Ashanti Limited (NYSE:AU) was upgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $15.49. Tweet This.
  • Auxilium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:AUXL) was upgraded by analysts at R. F. Lafferty from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $29.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $19.00. 42.3% upside from the previous close of $20.38. Tweet This.
  • Casey’s General Stores Inc (NASDAQ:CASY) was upgraded by analysts at Feltl & Co. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $69.22. Tweet This.
  • Coach Inc (NYSE:COH) was upgraded by analysts at Atlantic Securities from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $47.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $40.00. 28.2% upside from the previous close of $36.66. Tweet This.
  • Callon Petroleum Company (NYSE:CPE) was upgraded by analysts at SunTrust from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $12.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $11.00. 31.3% upside from the previous close of $9.14. Tweet This.
  • CRH PLC (ADR) (NYSE:CRH) was upgraded by analysts at Raymond James from an “underperform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $24.00. Tweet This.
  • GASFRAC Energy Services, Inc. (TSE:GFS) was upgraded by analysts at Raymond James to a “market perform” rating. They now have a C$0.85 price target on the stock, down previously from C$1.80. 10.4% upside from the previous close of $0.77. Tweet This.
  • Genus plc (LON:GNS) was upgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 1,287 ($20.88) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 1,000 ($16.22). Tweet This.
  • Hartford Financial Services Group Inc (NYSE:HIG) was upgraded by analysts at FBR Capital Markets from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $44.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $37.00. 20.0% upside from the previous close of $36.66. Tweet This.
  • Halcon Resources Corp (NYSE:HK) was upgraded by analysts at KLR Group from a “reduce” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $5.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $0.25. 1.6% upside from the previous close of $4.92. Tweet This.
  • Huntsman Co. (NYSE:HUN) was upgraded by analysts at Citigroup Inc. from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $32.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $29.00. 18.7% upside from the previous close of $26.96. Tweet This.
  • International Consolidated Airlines Grp (LON:IAG) was upgraded by analysts at Davy Research to an “outperform” rating. They now have a GBX 460 ($7.46) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Imperva Inc (NASDAQ:IMPV) was upgraded by analysts at Oppenheimer from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $39.00 price target on the stock. 25.6% upside from the previous close of $31.04. Tweet This.
  • L Brands Inc (NYSE:LB) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $73.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $65.00. 14.7% upside from the previous close of $63.67. Tweet This.
  • Macmahon Holdings Limited (ASX:MAH) was upgraded by analysts at Hartley’s Research to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • McBride plc (LON:MCB) was upgraded by analysts at Panmure Gordon to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 100 ($1.62) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • The Marcus Co. (NYSE:MCS) was upgraded by analysts at B. Riley from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $21.00 price target on the stock. 26.4% upside from the previous close of $16.61. Tweet This.
  • ArcelorMittal SA (NYSE:MT) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “underweight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $14.67. Tweet This.
  • Parkway Properties Inc (NYSE:PKY) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $20.12. Tweet This.
  • Perpetual Limited (ASX:PPT) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a $49.90 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (ADR) (NYSE:RBS) was upgraded by analysts at Investec from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $11.07. Tweet This.
  • RBS (LON:RBS) was upgraded by analysts at Investec to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 355 ($5.76) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 340 ($5.52). Tweet This.
  • Sunoco Logistics Partners L.P. (NYSE:SXL) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $58.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $50.00. 15.1% upside from the previous close of $50.38. Tweet This.
  • Team Health Holdings LLC (NYSE:TMH) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a $66.00 price target on the stock. 11.2% upside from the previous close of $59.37. Tweet This.
  • Triangle Petroleum Co. (NASDAQ:TPLM) was upgraded by analysts at KLR Group from an “accumulate” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $15.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $14.00. 38.0% upside from the previous close of $10.87. Tweet This.
  • Urban Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ:URBN) was upgraded by analysts at Wunderlich to a “buy” rating. They now have a $42.00 price target on the stock. 8.0% upside from the previous close of $38.89. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Boyd Gaming Co. (NYSE:BYD) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $11.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $12.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 3.5% downside from the previous close of $11.40. Tweet This.
  • Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $121.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $125.00. 12.7% upside from the previous close of $107.40. Tweet This.
  • Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ:DIOD) was downgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $26.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $33.00. 1.0% upside from the previous close of $25.74. Tweet This.
  • eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $63.00. 4.3% upside from the previous close of $52.73. Tweet This.
  • Fairchild Semiconductor Intl Inc (NYSE:FCS) was downgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $18.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $20.00. 5.4% upside from the previous close of $17.07. Tweet This.
  • GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) was downgraded by analysts at Dougherty & Co from a “buy” rating to a “sell” rating. Previous closing price of $14.94. Tweet This.
  • GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) was downgraded by analysts at Piper Jaffray from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock. 7.1% upside from the previous close of $14.94. Tweet This.
  • GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $20.00. 6.3% downside from the previous close of $14.94. Tweet This.
  • Hub Group Inc (NASDAQ:HUBG) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James from a “strong-buy” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $43.31. Tweet This.
  • Kimberly-Clark de Mexico SAB de CV (NASDAQ:KCDMY) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “underweight” rating. Previous closing price of $13.29. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They noted that the move was a valuation call. Previous closing price of $56.60. Tweet This.
  • Monsanto Company (NYSE:MON) was downgraded by analysts at OTR Global from a “mixed” rating to a “negative” rating. Previous closing price of $114.44. Tweet This.
  • ON Semiconductor Corp (NASDAQ:ONNN) was downgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $10.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $11.00. 1.8% upside from the previous close of $9.82. Tweet This.
  • Spirit Airlines Incorporated (NASDAQ:SAVE) was downgraded by analysts at FBR Capital Markets from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $76.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $70.00. 5.7% upside from the previous close of $71.88. Tweet This.
  • Spirit Airlines Incorporated (NASDAQ:SAVE) was downgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $76.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $70.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 5.7% upside from the previous close of $71.88. Tweet This.
  • Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPR) was downgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $76.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $70.00. 92.9% upside from the previous close of $39.40. Tweet This.
  • STMicroelectronics NV (ADR) (NYSE:STM) was downgraded by analysts at Robert W. Baird from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $8.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $11.00. 2.1% downside from the previous close of $8.17. Tweet This.
  • Tiffany & Co. (NYSE:TIF) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $112.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $101.60. 10.2% upside from the previous close of $101.60. Tweet This.
  • TNT Express NV – (NASDAQ:TNTEY) was downgraded by analysts at Davy Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $7.32. Tweet This.
  • Tatts Group (ASX:TTS) was downgraded by analysts at Morningstar from a “reduce” rating. They now have a $3.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Vital Therapies Inc (NYSE:VTL) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $25.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $16.00. 9.7% upside from the previous close of $22.78. Tweet This.
  • Washington Federal Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) was downgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $25.00 price target on the stock. 17.2% upside from the previous close of $21.34. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • BankUnited (NYSE:BKU) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 11.5% upside from the previous close of $31.39. Tweet This.
  • Bodycote PLC (LON:BOY) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 830 ($13.47) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHRW) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $70.00 price target on the stock. 4.6% upside from the previous close of $66.91. Tweet This.
  • Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $182.00 price target on the stock. 16.3% upside from the previous close of $156.52. Tweet This.
  • Chinook Energy Inc. (TSE:CKE) is now covered by analysts at Raymond James. They set an “outperform” rating and a C$3.10 price target on the stock. 44.2% upside from the previous close of $2.15. Tweet This.
  • Comcast Co. (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $62.00 price target on the stock. 9.5% upside from the previous close of $56.61. Tweet This.
  • CoreSite Realty Corp (NYSE:COR) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $35.91. Tweet This.
  • Constellium NV (NASDAQ:CSTM) is now covered by analysts at Global Hunter Securities. They set an “accumulate” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $26.84. Tweet This.
  • Citrix Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTXS) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $85.00 price target on the stock. 19.5% upside from the previous close of $71.10. Tweet This.
  • Cousins Properties Inc (NYSE:CUZ) is now covered by analysts at Capital One Financial Corp.. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $14.00 price target on the stock. 6.0% upside from the previous close of $13.21. Tweet This.
  • Cablevision Systems Co. (NYSE:CVC) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “hold” rating and a $19.00 price target on the stock. 0.5% downside from the previous close of $19.10. Tweet This.
  • DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc. (NYSE:DFT) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $29.14. Tweet This.
  • DISH Network Corp (NASDAQ:DISH) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “hold” rating and a $67.00 price target on the stock. 1.7% upside from the previous close of $65.88. Tweet This.
  • Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:DLR) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $67.37. Tweet This.
  • Directv (NYSE:DTV) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “hold” rating and a $95.00 price target on the stock. 9.7% upside from the previous close of $86.62. Tweet This.
  • Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:EQIX) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $260.00 price target on the stock. 20.0% upside from the previous close of $216.71. Tweet This.
  • EQT Co. (NYSE:EQT) is now covered by analysts at ISI Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $115.00 price target on the stock. 19.9% upside from the previous close of $95.90. Tweet This.
  • Energy Transfer Partners LP (NYSE:ETP) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “overweight” rating and a $68.00 price target on the stock. 18.7% upside from the previous close of $57.31. Tweet This.
  • Expeditors International of Washington (NASDAQ:EXPD) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “underweight” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 9.4% downside from the previous close of $41.96. Tweet This.
  • Farmland Partners Inc (NYSE:FPI) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $13.75 price target on the stock. 18.2% upside from the previous close of $11.63. Tweet This.
  • Franklin Street Properties Corp. (NYSE:FSP) is now covered by analysts at Capital One Financial Corp.. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $12.50 price target on the stock. 3.1% upside from the previous close of $12.13. Tweet This.
  • GLOBO Plc (LON:GBO) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 90 ($1.46) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • GKN plc (LON:GKN) is now covered by analysts at Liberum Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 440 ($7.14) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Golar LNG Partners LP (NASDAQ:GMLP) is now covered by analysts at Global Hunter Securities. They set a $39.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • High Liner Foods Inc (TSE:HLF) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a C$26.00 price target on the stock. 22.4% upside from the previous close of $21.25. Tweet This.
  • Hub Group Inc (NASDAQ:HUBG) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 3.9% upside from the previous close of $43.31. Tweet This.
  • InterXion Holding NV (NASDAQ:INXN) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. 19.9% upside from the previous close of $28.35. Tweet This.
  • Kimberly-Clark de Mexico SAB de CV (NASDAQ:KCDMY) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “underweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $13.29. Tweet This.
  • Leju Holdings Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:LEJU) is now covered by analysts at T.H. Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $19.00 price target on the stock. 18.7% upside from the previous close of $16.01. Tweet This.
  • Microsoft Co. (NASDAQ:MSFT) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $52.00 price target on the stock. 11.2% upside from the previous close of $46.76. Tweet This.
  • Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $550.00 price target on the stock. 14.8% upside from the previous close of $479.01. Tweet This.
  • Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) is now covered by analysts at SunTrust. They set a “neutral” rating and a $525.00 price target on the stock. 9.6% upside from the previous close of $479.01. Tweet This.
  • Oracle Co. (NASDAQ:ORCL) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $40.71. Tweet This.
  • Plains GP Holdings LP (NASDAQ:PAGP) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “hold” rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. 8.7% upside from the previous close of $31.28. Tweet This.
  • QTS Realty Trust Inc (NYSE:QTS) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 14.2% upside from the previous close of $31.53. Tweet This.
  • Red Hat Inc (NYSE:RHT) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “neutral” rating and a $66.00 price target on the stock. 8.5% upside from the previous close of $60.81. Tweet This.
  • Spectra Energy Corp. (NYSE:SE) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $41.43. Tweet This.
  • Susser Petroleum Partners LP (NASDAQ:SUSP) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $56.00 price target on the stock. 7.7% upside from the previous close of $51.98. Tweet This.
  • SolarWinds Inc (NYSE:SWI) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $50.00 price target on the stock. 13.9% upside from the previous close of $43.89. Tweet This.
  • Symantec Co. (NASDAQ:SYMC) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “neutral” rating and a $25.00 price target on the stock. 1.9% upside from the previous close of $24.55. Tweet This.
  • Triangle Petroleum Co. (NASDAQ:TPLM) is now covered by analysts at Global Hunter Securities. They set a “neutral” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 8.0% downside from the previous close of $10.87. Tweet This.
  • Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “buy” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 20.3% upside from the previous close of $38.23. Tweet This.
  • T2 Biosystems Inc (NASDAQ:TTOO) is now covered by analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott. They set a “neutral” rating and a $25.00 price target on the stock. 27.6% upside from the previous close of $19.59. Tweet This.
  • Towers Watson & Co (NYSE:TW) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $178.00 price target on the stock. 66.4% upside from the previous close of $106.95. Tweet This.
  • Time Warner Cable Inc (NYSE:TWC) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $178.00 price target on the stock. 16.6% upside from the previous close of $152.62. Tweet This.
  • Thyssen Krupp Ag Dus (NASDAQ:TYEKF) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “underweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $28.41. Tweet This.
  • VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $117.00 price target on the stock. 22.5% upside from the previous close of $95.49. Tweet This.
  • 21Vianet Group Inc (NASDAQ:VNET) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 50.8% upside from the previous close of $21.88. Tweet This.
  • XPO Logistics Inc (NYSE:XPO) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “overweight” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 34.6% upside from the previous close of $33.43. Tweet This.
  • Zoopla Property Group PLC (LON:ZPLA) is now covered by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd. They set an “add” rating and a GBX 278 ($4.51) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily Basic: Daily Analysts’ Updates for 9/8/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $19.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $17.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 18.6% upside from the previous close of $16.02. Tweet This.
  • Barratt Developments Plc (LON:BDEV) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. to an “overweight” rating. They now have a GBX 460 ($7.46) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 440 ($7.14). Tweet This.
  • BP plc (LON:BP) was upgraded by analysts at Grupo Santander to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 575.01 ($9.33) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Covenant Transportation Group (NASDAQ:CVTI) was upgraded by analysts at BB&T Corp. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $20.00 price target on the stock. 54.4% upside from the previous close of $12.95. Tweet This.
  • Delhaize Group (ADR) (NYSE:DEG) was upgraded by analysts at ING Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $17.04. Tweet This.
  • Dechra Pharmaceuticals plc (LON:DPH) was upgraded by analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 775 ($12.57) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Fibria Celulose SA (ADR) (NYSE:FBR) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “sell” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $11.05. Tweet This.
  • Infinera Corp. (NASDAQ:INFN) was upgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $10.50. 35.5% upside from the previous close of $10.33. Tweet This.
  • Jupiter Fund Management PLC (LON:JUP) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 480 ($7.79) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 475 ($7.71). Tweet This.
  • Lumber Liquidators Holdings Inc (NYSE:LL) was upgraded by analysts at Oppenheimer to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $57.79. Tweet This.
  • L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LLL) was upgraded by analysts at Oppenheimer from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $128.00 price target on the stock. 14.2% upside from the previous close of $112.06. Tweet This.
  • Matrix Service Co (NASDAQ:MTRX) was upgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $29.00 price target on the stock. 20.8% upside from the previous close of $24.01. Tweet This.
  • Pinnacle West Capital Co. (NYSE:PNW) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $56.80. Tweet This.
  • RPC, Inc. (NYSE:RES) was upgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $27.00 price target on the stock. 24.1% upside from the previous close of $21.75. Tweet This.
  • Regis Resources Nl (NASDAQ:RGRNF) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $1.69. Tweet This.
  • Silicon Graphics International Corp (NYSE:SGI) was upgraded by analysts at DA Davidson from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $12.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $10.00. 33.6% upside from the previous close of $8.98. Tweet This.
  • Ternium SA (ADR) (NYSE:TX) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $32.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $29.00. 20.1% upside from the previous close of $26.65. Tweet This.
  • UTi Worldwide Inc. (NASDAQ:UTIW) was upgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $11.04. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Co. (NYSE:WLK) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from an “underperform” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $97.24. Tweet This.
  • World Acceptance Corp. (NASDAQ:WRLD) was upgraded by analysts at Sidoti from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $76.95. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Afren Plc (LON:AFR) was downgraded by analysts at Westhouse Securities to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 110 ($1.78) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 180 ($2.92). Tweet This.
  • Yamana Gold Inc. (NYSE:AUY) was downgraded by analysts at GMP Securities from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $7.73. Tweet This.
  • Bonanza Creek Energy Inc (NASDAQ:BCEI) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James from a “strong-buy” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $65.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $70.00. 11.5% upside from the previous close of $58.27. Tweet This.
  • COM DEV International Ltd (TSE:CDV) was downgraded by analysts at CIBC to a “sector perform” rating. Tweet This.
  • Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “overweight” rating to an “underweight” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $17.00. 6.7% downside from the previous close of $17.14. Tweet This.
  • Fairchild Semiconductor Intl Inc (NYSE:FCS) was downgraded by analysts at Susquehanna from a “positive” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $17.74. Tweet This.
  • The Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. They now have a $42.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $45.00. 5.9% downside from the previous close of $44.65. Tweet This.
  • Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:KERX) was downgraded by analysts at FBR Capital Markets from a “market perform” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $17.01. Tweet This.
  • London Mining Plc (LON:LOND) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 27 ($0.44) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 100 ($1.62). Tweet This.
  • Wm. Morrison Supermarkets plc (LON:MRW) was downgraded by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein to an “underperform” rating. They now have a GBX 140 ($2.27) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Nevsun Resources (TSE:NSU) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity to a “hold” rating. Tweet This.
  • Nevsun Resources Ltd (NYSE:NSU) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $4.23. Tweet This.
  • Ophir Energy Plc (LON:OPHR) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 235 ($3.81) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 280 ($4.54). Tweet This.
  • Portland General Electric Company (NYSE:POR) was downgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $34.54. Tweet This.
  • Salamander Energy Plc (LON:SMDR) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 125 ($2.03) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 185 ($3.00). Tweet This.
  • Vivendi SA-ADR (NASDAQ:VIVHY) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $25.38. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $62.00 price target on the stock. 7.0% upside from the previous close of $57.92. Tweet This.
  • American International Group Inc (NYSE:AIG) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating and a $68.00 price target on the stock. 23.5% upside from the previous close of $55.04. Tweet This.
  • Arista Networks Inc (NASDAQ:ANET) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $105.00 price target on the stock. 15.2% upside from the previous close of $91.12. Tweet This.
  • Atico Mining (CVE:ATY) is now covered by analysts at Raymond James. They set an “outperform” rating and a C$1.15 price target on the stock. 47.4% upside from the previous close of $0.78. Tweet This.
  • AngloGold Ashanti Limited (NYSE:AU) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $15.74. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:BABA) is now covered by analysts at Atlantic Securities. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • TD Banknorth Inc. (NYSE:BNK) is now covered by analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. They set an “outperform” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 16.6% upside from the previous close of $18.01. Tweet This.
  • TD Banknorth Inc. (NYSE:BNK) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 16.6% upside from the previous close of $18.01. Tweet This.
  • Bonmarche Holdings PLC (LON:BON) is now covered by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald Europe. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 320 ($5.19) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • ContraFect Corp (NASDAQ:CFRXU) is now covered by analysts at Maxim Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $16.00 price target on the stock. 192.5% upside from the previous close of $5.47. Tweet This.
  • Cherokee Inc. (NASDAQ:CHKE) is now covered by analysts at Roth Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock. 10.7% upside from the previous close of $18.06. Tweet This.
  • Neuralstem, Inc. (NYSE:CUR) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $3.78. Tweet This.
  • DRDGOLD Ltd. (ADR) (NYSE:DRD) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “underweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $2.56. Tweet This.
  • DRDGOLD Ltd. (ADR) (NASDAQ:DROOY) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “underweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $5.59. Tweet This.
  • Enable Midstream Partners LP (NASDAQ:ENBL) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $28.00 price target on the stock. 8.1% upside from the previous close of $25.89. Tweet This.
  • Enservco Corp (NASDAQ:ENSV) is now covered by analysts at Northland Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $4.00 price target on the stock. 28.2% upside from the previous close of $3.12. Tweet This.
  • Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set an “underweight” rating and a $16.00 price target on the stock. 6.7% downside from the previous close of $17.14. Tweet This.
  • Fate Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:FATE) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $5.28. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:function) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating and a $3.25 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Genel Energy PLC (LON:GENL) is now covered by analysts at Westhouse Securities. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 1,100 ($17.85) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Gold Fields Limited (NYSE:GFI) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $4.45. Tweet This.
  • Randgold Resources Ltd. (ADR) (NASDAQ:GOLD) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $78.28. Tweet This.
  • Gulfport Energy Co. (NASDAQ:GPOR) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $64.00 price target on the stock. 12.0% upside from the previous close of $57.13. Tweet This.
  • GoPro Inc (NASDAQ:GPRO) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $70.00 price target on the stock. 19.1% upside from the previous close of $58.75. Tweet This.
  • Harmony Gold Mining Co. (ADR) (NYSE:HMY) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $2.80. Tweet This.
  • Husky Energy (NASDAQ:HUSKF) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $29.81. Tweet This.
  • Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $190.00 price target on the stock. 6.3% upside from the previous close of $178.75. Tweet This.
  • Lifevantage Co. (NASDAQ:LFVN) is now covered by analysts at Midtown Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $1.43 price target on the stock. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 16.3% upside from the previous close of $1.23. Tweet This.
  • Linn Energy LLC (NASDAQ:LINE) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 12.0% upside from the previous close of $31.24. Tweet This.
  • LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ:LNCO) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. 10.2% upside from the previous close of $30.84. Tweet This.
  • MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE:MSA) is now covered by analysts at Barrington Research. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $55.93. Tweet This.
  • Nimble Storage Inc (NASDAQ:NMBL) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 30.5% upside from the previous close of $26.83. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “buy” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 38.4% upside from the previous close of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at Barrington Research. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 54.3% upside from the previous close of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $32.00 price target on the stock. 70.3% upside from the previous close of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at Bernstein. They set an “outperform” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 54.3% upside from the previous close of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • Otonomy Inc (NASDAQ:OTIC) is now covered by analysts at Piper Jaffray. They set an “overweight” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 144.8% upside from the previous close of $18.79. Tweet This.
  • PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE:PKI) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $52.00 price target on the stock. 15.0% upside from the previous close of $45.20. Tweet This.
  • Polymet Mining (NYSE:PLM) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “buy” rating and a $2.10 price target on the stock. 76.0% upside from the previous close of $1.19. Tweet This.
  • Pluristem Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:PSTI) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $2.92. Tweet This.
  • Pixelworks (NASDAQ:PXLW) is now covered by analysts at Dougherty & Co. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $6.69. Tweet This.
  • Rentrak Co. (NASDAQ:RENT) is now covered by analysts at Needham & Company LLC. They set a “buy” rating and a $64.00 price target on the stock. 32.5% upside from the previous close of $48.29. Tweet This.
  • Altisource Residential Corp (NASDAQ:RESI) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set a “neutral” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 1.4% upside from the previous close of $25.64. Tweet This.
  • Rice Energy Inc (NASDAQ:RICE) is now covered by analysts at KLR Group. They set an “accumulate” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 26.2% upside from the previous close of $30.10. Tweet This.
  • Sibanye Gold Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:SBGL) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $9.22. Tweet This.
  • Seadrill Ltd (NASDAQ:SDRL) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “sell” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $34.75. Tweet This.
  • SanDisk Co. (NASDAQ:SNDK) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “outperform” rating and a $120.00 price target on the stock. 21.5% upside from the previous close of $98.79. Tweet This.
  • SanDisk Co. (NASDAQ:SNDK) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $120.00 price target on the stock. 21.5% upside from the previous close of $98.79. Tweet This.
  • Supercom Ltd (NASDAQ:SPCB) is now covered by analysts at Aegis. They set a “buy” rating and a $16.00 price target on the stock. 31.1% upside from the previous close of $12.20. Tweet This.
  • Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) is now covered by analysts at Nomura. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $25.77. Tweet This.
  • Thompson Creek Metals Company, Inc. (TSE:TCM) is now covered by analysts at TD Securities. They set a “reduce” rating and a C$1.50 price target on the stock. 49.5% downside from the previous close of $2.97. Tweet This.
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE:TMO) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $146.00 price target on the stock. 17.1% upside from the previous close of $124.63. Tweet This.
  • Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $325.00 price target on the stock. 17.2% upside from the previous close of $277.39. Tweet This.
  • Trade Street Residential Inc (NASDAQ:TSRE) is now covered by analysts at National Securities. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $6.98. Tweet This.
  • Ubiquiti Networks Inc (NASDAQ:UBNT) is now covered by analysts at FBN Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $55.00 price target on the stock. 18.8% upside from the previous close of $46.30. Tweet This.
  • United Natural Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:UNFI) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a $75.00 price target on the stock. 16.1% upside from the previous close of $64.60. Tweet This.
  • Waters Co. (NYSE:WAT) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “underweight” rating and a $92.00 price target on the stock. 11.6% downside from the previous close of $104.08. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Co. (NYSE:WLK) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 60.9% downside from the previous close of $97.24. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Co. (NYSE:WLK) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $97.24. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Co. (NYSE:WLK) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 58.9% downside from the previous close of $97.24. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NASDAQ:WLKP) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “neutral” rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. 1.9% upside from the previous close of $33.36. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NASDAQ:WLKP) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “neutral” rating and a $35.00 price target on the stock. 4.9% upside from the previous close of $33.36. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NASDAQ:WLKP) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $33.36. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NASDAQ:WLKP) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 13.9% upside from the previous close of $33.36. Tweet This.
  • Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NASDAQ:WLKP) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 19.9% upside from the previous close of $33.36. Tweet This.
  • Whiting Petroleum Corp (NYSE:WLL) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $104.00 price target on the stock. 18.6% upside from the previous close of $87.66. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily Basic: Daily Analysts’ Updates for 9/4/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) was upgraded by analysts at Benchmark Co. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $33.65. Tweet This.
  • CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a $76.50 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Consort Medical plc (LON:CSRT) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 1,120 ($18.59) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 940 ($15.60). Tweet This.
  • Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes SA (NYSE:GOL) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $8.20 price target on the stock, up previously from $7.00. 22.4% upside from the previous close of $6.70. Tweet This.
  • IAC/InterActiveCorp (NASDAQ:IACI) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. They now have a $87.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $72.00. 23.5% upside from the previous close of $70.45. Tweet This.
  • Iliad S A (NASDAQ:ILIAY) was upgraded by analysts at Raymond James from an “underperform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $10.50. Tweet This.
  • Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:INFI) was upgraded by analysts at JMP Securities from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $24.00 price target on the stock. 52.4% upside from the previous close of $15.75. Tweet This.
  • Imperial Tobacco Group PLC (ADR) (NASDAQ:ITYBY) was upgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas from an “underperform” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $87.08. Tweet This.
  • M&C Saatchi Plc (LON:SAA) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 369 ($6.12) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Abcam Plc (LON:ABC) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 425 ($7.05) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 400 ($6.64). Tweet This.
  • Basf Se (NASDAQ:BASFY) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $104.19. Tweet This.
  • Hugo Boss (NASDAQ:BOSSY) was downgraded by analysts at HSBC from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $26.75. Tweet This.
  • Berendsen PLC (LON:BRSN) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 1,105 ($18.34) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 1,125 ($18.67). Tweet This.
  • British American Tobacco PLC (ADR) (NYSE:BTI) was downgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $117.90. Tweet This.
  • Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE:CPA) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $142.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $163.00. 15.3% upside from the previous close of $123.17. Tweet This.
  • 3D Systems Co. (NYSE:DDD) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $51.83. Tweet This.
  • 3D Systems Co. (NYSE:DDD) was downgraded by analysts at Pacific Crest from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $51.83. Tweet This.
  • Federation Centres Ltd (ASX:FDC) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $2.65 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • GoPro Inc (NASDAQ:GPRO) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $51.00 price target on the stock. 10.2% downside from the previous close of $56.81. Tweet This.
  • Henkel Ag And Co. Kg (NASDAQ:HENKY) was downgraded by analysts at Commerzbank AG to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $95.15. Tweet This.
  • Informatica Co. (NASDAQ:INFA) was downgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock. 0.9% upside from the previous close of $34.69. Tweet This.
  • Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:IRWD) was downgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a $10.50 price target on the stock, down previously from $16.00. 19.2% downside from the previous close of $13.00. Tweet This.
  • Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) was downgraded by analysts at Argus from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $3.60 price target on the stock. 94.3% downside from the previous close of $63.55. Tweet This.
  • Wm. Morrison Supermarkets plc (LON:MRW) was downgraded by analysts at Grupo Santander to an “underweight” rating. They now have a GBX 170 ($2.82) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Wm. Morrison Supermarkets plc (LON:MRW) was downgraded by analysts at Santander to an “underweight” rating. They now have a GBX 170 ($2.82) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 220 ($3.65). Tweet This.
  • Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NASDAQ:NCLH) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $36.93. Tweet This.
  • Teradata Co. (NYSE:TDC) was downgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $46.00 price target on the stock. 0.4% upside from the previous close of $45.80. Tweet This.
  • Tangoe Inc (NASDAQ:TNGO) was downgraded by analysts at Barclays from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a $15.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $22.00. 5.7% upside from the previous close of $14.19. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ New Coverage

  • ANSYS, Inc. (NASDAQ:ANSS) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $90.00 price target on the stock. 10.3% upside from the previous close of $81.61. Tweet This.
  • American Realty Capital Properties Inc (NASDAQ:ARCP) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set a “market perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $13.26. Tweet This.
  • Brown Shoe Co. Inc. (NYSE:BWS) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 29.0% upside from the previous close of $29.45. Tweet This.
  • Tableau Software Inc (NYSE:DATA) is now covered by analysts at Pacific Crest. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $67.51. Tweet This.
  • 3D Systems Co. (NYSE:DDD) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $51.85 price target on the stock. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 0.0% upside from the previous close of $51.83. Tweet This.
  • Dendreon Co. (NASDAQ:DNDN) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $1.35. Tweet This.
  • DSW Inc. (NYSE:DSW) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “hold” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 5.2% downside from the previous close of $30.58. Tweet This.
  • Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE:FL) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $66.00 price target on the stock. 15.5% upside from the previous close of $57.12. Tweet This.
  • Greif, Inc. (NYSE:GEF) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 5.4% downside from the previous close of $47.56. Tweet This.
  • Glatfelter (NYSE:GLT) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $27.00 price target on the stock. 6.6% upside from the previous close of $25.34. Tweet This.
  • Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE:GPK) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $14.00 price target on the stock. 9.2% upside from the previous close of $12.82. Tweet This.
  • Independent Bank Corp (NASDAQ:INDB) is now covered by analysts at Compass Point. They set a “buy” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 24.7% upside from the previous close of $36.89. Tweet This.
  • Informatica Co. (NASDAQ:INFA) is now covered by analysts at Pacific Crest. They set a “sector perform” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock. 21.1% upside from the previous close of $34.69. Tweet This.
  • Inovalis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSE:INO.UN) is now covered by analysts at LB Securities. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Tweet This.
  • International Paper Company (NYSE:IP) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $51.00 price target on the stock. 4.0% upside from the previous close of $49.06. Tweet This.
  • KapStone Paper and Packaging Corp. (NYSE:KS) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $31.00 price target on the stock. 4.8% downside from the previous close of $32.55. Tweet This.
  • Local Corporation (NASDAQ:LOCM) is now covered by analysts at HC Wainwright. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $1.78. Tweet This.
  • LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) is now covered by analysts at Mizuho. They set a “buy” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 12.6% upside from the previous close of $40.86. Tweet This.
  • Medidata Solutions Inc (NASDAQ:MDSO) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $56.00 price target on the stock. 19.1% upside from the previous close of $47.01. Tweet This.
  • Micron Technology, Inc. (NYSE:MU) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 26.2% upside from the previous close of $31.69. Tweet This.
  • MeadWestvaco Corp. (NYSE:MWV) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 5.0% upside from the previous close of $42.86. Tweet This.
  • Newcastle Investment Corp. (NYSE:NCT) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a $16.50 price target on the stock. 21.3% upside from the previous close of $13.60. Tweet This.
  • National General Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:NGHC) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $22.00 price target on the stock. 18.6% upside from the previous close of $18.55. Tweet This.
  • National Health Investors Inc (NYSE:NHI) is now covered by analysts at Mizuho. They set a “neutral” rating and a $69.00 price target on the stock. 7.1% upside from the previous close of $64.41. Tweet This.
  • Owens-Illinois Inc (NYSE:OI) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 15.0% upside from the previous close of $31.31. Tweet This.
  • Orexigen Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:OREX) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 71.8% upside from the previous close of $5.82. Tweet This.
  • Peoples Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ:PEBO) is now covered by analysts at Boenning Scattergood. They set an “outperform” rating and a $28.00 price target on the stock. 17.1% upside from the previous close of $23.91. Tweet This.
  • Packaging Corp Of America (NYSE:PKG) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $76.00 price target on the stock. 9.1% upside from the previous close of $69.69. Tweet This.
  • Qlik Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:QLIK) is now covered by analysts at Pacific Crest. They set an “outperform” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 27.4% upside from the previous close of $28.26. Tweet This.
  • Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:R) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $36.00 price target on the stock. 61.2% downside from the previous close of $92.86. Tweet This.
  • Rock-Tenn Company (NYSE:RKT) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $51.00 price target on the stock. 0.6% downside from the previous close of $51.29. Tweet This.
  • Sealed Air Corp (NYSE:SEE) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $41.00 price target on the stock. 13.5% upside from the previous close of $36.12. Tweet This.
  • Steven Madden, Ltd. (NASDAQ:SHOO) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock. 25.6% upside from the previous close of $33.44. Tweet This.
  • Skechers USA Inc (NYSE:SKX) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $70.00 price target on the stock. 15.9% upside from the previous close of $60.42. Tweet This.
  • Silgan Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:SLGN) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $50.00 price target on the stock. 0.8% downside from the previous close of $50.38. Tweet This.
  • SanDisk Co. (NASDAQ:SNDK) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $110.00 price target on the stock. 14.9% upside from the previous close of $95.73. Tweet This.
  • Sonoco Products Company (NYSE:SON) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock. 1.6% upside from the previous close of $41.34. Tweet This.
  • Sequans Communications SA (NASDAQ:SQNS) is now covered by analysts at Northland Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $3.00 price target on the stock. 42.9% upside from the previous close of $2.10. Tweet This.
  • Stratasys, Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $135.00 price target on the stock. 12.5% upside from the previous close of $120.00. Tweet This.
  • Teradata Co. (NYSE:TDC) is now covered by analysts at Pacific Crest. They set a “sector perform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $45.80. Tweet This.
  • Tandem Diabetes Care Inc (NASDAQ:TNDM) is now covered by analysts at Feltl & Co.. They set a “strong-buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $13.73. Tweet This.
  • Tripadvisor Inc (NASDAQ:TRIP) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. They set a “fairly valued” rating and a $110.00 price target on the stock. 12.0% upside from the previous close of $98.25. Tweet This.
  • Vertex Energy Inc (NASDAQ:VTNR) is now covered by analysts at Imperial Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 13.9% upside from the previous close of $8.78. Tweet This.
  • Vertex Energy Inc. (OTC:VTNR) is now covered by analysts at Imperial Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • VIVUS, Inc. (NASDAQ:VVUS) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $4.22. Tweet This.
  • WPX Energy Inc (NYSE:WPX) is now covered by analysts at Iberia Capital. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $26.37. Tweet This.
  • Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $32.00 price target on the stock. 20.8% upside from the previous close of $26.48. Tweet This.
  • Yellow Media Ltd (TSE:YLO) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set a “sector perform” rating and a C$20.00 price target on the stock. 33233.3% upside from the previous close of $0.06. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ new coverage at Analyst Ratings.net

ARN Daily Basic: Daily Analysts’ Updates for 8/27/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Antero Resources Corp (NYSE:AR) was upgraded by analysts at KLR Group from a “hold” rating to an “accumulate” rating. They now have a $69.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $64.00. 20.0% upside from the previous close of $57.48. Tweet This.
  • Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARUN) was upgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “underweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $21.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $15.00. 3.8% upside from the previous close of $20.24. Tweet This.
  • Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARUN) was upgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $20.24. Tweet This.
  • Bank of Montreal (NYSE:BMO) was upgraded by analysts at TD Securities from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $74.86. Tweet This.
  • Brixmor Property Group Inc (NYSE:BRX) was upgraded by analysts at ISI Group from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $25.50 price target on the stock. 7.5% upside from the previous close of $23.72. Tweet This.
  • Caesars Acquisition Company (NASDAQ:CACQ) was upgraded by analysts at Imperial Capital from an “in” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $15.00 price target on the stock. 39.1% upside from the previous close of $10.78. Tweet This.
  • Chime Communications plc (LON:CHW) was upgraded by analysts at Peel Hunt to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 370 ($6.12) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a $76.50 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTH) was upgraded by analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $26.50 price target on the stock. 27.1% upside from the previous close of $20.85. Tweet This.
  • Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE:LVLT) was upgraded by analysts at Macquarie from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $51.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $49.00. 18.6% upside from the previous close of $43.01. Tweet This.
  • Manitex International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MNTX) was upgraded by analysts at Global Hunter Securities from a “neutral” rating to an “accumulate” rating. They now have a $14.00 price target on the stock. 14.9% upside from the previous close of $12.18. Tweet This.
  • RBS (LON:RBS) was upgraded by analysts at Grupo Santander to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 430 ($7.12) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Rent-A-Center Inc (NASDAQ:RCII) was upgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $32.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $25.00. 20.3% upside from the previous close of $26.60. Tweet This.
  • SODEXO (NASDAQ:SDXOF) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $96.88. Tweet This.
  • Teekay LNG Partners (NYSE:TGP) was upgraded by analysts at Global Hunter Securities from a “neutral” rating to an “accumulate” rating. They now have a $47.00 price target on the stock. 8.0% upside from the previous close of $43.52. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $81.05. Tweet This.
  • TETRA Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:TTI) was upgraded by analysts at Cowen and Company from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $14.00. 41.0% upside from the previous close of $11.35. Tweet This.
  • Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) was upgraded by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock. 18.1% upside from the previous close of $46.57. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ upgrades at AnalystRatings.net

Analysts’ Downgrades

  • The Bank of Nova Scotia (NYSE:BNS) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $66.17. Tweet This.
  • The Bank of Nova Scotia (NYSE:BNS) was downgraded by analysts at TD Securities from an “action list buy” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $66.17. Tweet This.
  • CDC Corp (NASDAQ:CHINA) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $0.42. Tweet This.
  • E-House China (NYSE:EJ) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $12.10. Tweet This.
  • Ensign Energy Services Inc. (TSE:ESI) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James to a “market perform” rating. They now have a C$18.50 price target on the stock, down previously from C$19.00. 11.8% upside from the previous close of $16.55. Tweet This.
  • Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB) was downgraded by analysts at William Blair from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $82.50 price target on the stock, up previously from $74.84. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 8.6% upside from the previous close of $75.96. Tweet This.
  • Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB) was downgraded by analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $82.50 price target on the stock. 8.6% upside from the previous close of $75.96. Tweet This.
  • Flagstar Bancorp Inc (NYSE:FBC) was downgraded by analysts at BTIG Research from a “neutral” rating to a “sell” rating. They now have a $15.00 price target on the stock. 18.9% downside from the previous close of $18.49. Tweet This.
  • GRAFTON GROUP PLC UT (1 ORD, 1 C (LON:GFTU) was downgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 750 ($12.41) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • International Consolidated Airlines Grp (LON:IAG) was downgraded by analysts at AlphaValue to a “sell” rating. They now have a GBX 306.97 ($5.08) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Immunomedics, Inc. (NASDAQ:IMMU) was downgraded by analysts at R. F. Lafferty from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $4.00 price target on the stock. 19.8% upside from the previous close of $3.34. Tweet This.
  • Leju Holdings Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:LEJU) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $18.00. Tweet This.
  • Laredo Petroleum Inc (NYSE:LPI) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $23.47. Tweet This.
  • Movado Group Inc. (NYSE:MOV) was downgraded by analysts at Stephens from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. Previous closing price of $40.64. Tweet This.
  • Nobel Biocare (NASDAQ:NBHGY) was downgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “hold” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $9.50. Tweet This.
  • Pioneer Natural Resources (NYSE:PXD) was downgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $224.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $42.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 6.0% upside from the previous close of $211.35. Tweet This.
  • Sturm Ruger & Co. (NYSE:RGR) was downgraded by analysts at CRT Capital from a “buy” rating to a “fair value” rating. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $80.00. 7.8% upside from the previous close of $51.03. Tweet This.
  • Susser Petroleum Partners LP (NASDAQ:SUSP) was downgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $58.97. Tweet This.
  • Susser Petroleum Partners LP (NASDAQ:SUSP) was downgraded by analysts at Ladenburg Thalmann from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $58.97. Tweet This.
  • Smith & Wesson Holding Corp (NASDAQ:SWHC) was downgraded by analysts at Dougherty & Co from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $13.10. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at CIBC from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Previous closing price of $81.05. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (TSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at KeyCorp from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $81.05. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $81.05. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (TSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Raymond James from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. They now have a C$92.50 price target on the stock, up previously from C$72.00. 4.3% upside from the previous close of $88.71. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (TSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Longbow Research from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (TSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at BMO Capital Markets to a “market perform” rating. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at BMO Capital Markets from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $81.05. Tweet This.
  • United Utilities Group PLC (ADR) (NYSE:UU) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating. Tweet This.
  • United Utilities Group PLC (LON:UU) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital to a “neutral” rating. They now have a GBX 890 ($14.73) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 870 ($14.40). Tweet This.
  • United Utilities Group PLC (LON:UU) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America to an “underperform” rating. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ downgrades at Analyst Ratings.net

Analysts’ New Coverage

  • Alcobra Ltd (NASDAQ:ADHD) is now covered by analysts at FBR Capital Markets. They set a “market perform” rating and a $23.00 price target on the stock. 11.6% upside from the previous close of $20.61. Tweet This.
  • Acadian Timber Corp (TSE:ADN) is now covered by analysts at CIBC. They set a “sector perform” rating and a C$15.00 price target on the stock. 7.4% upside from the previous close of $13.97. Tweet This.
  • Allegion PLC (NASDAQ:ALLE) is now covered by analysts at Longbow Research. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $52.38. Tweet This.
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “hold” rating and a $52.00 price target on the stock. 2.4% upside from the previous close of $50.77. Tweet This.
  • CyrusOne Inc (NASDAQ:CONE) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “neutral” rating and a $28.50 price target on the stock. 9.5% upside from the previous close of $26.03. Tweet This.
  • China Distance Education Hldgs Ltd (ADR) (NYSE:DL) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating and a $18.00 price target on the stock. 9.5% upside from the previous close of $16.44. Tweet This.
  • Deethree Exploration Ltd (TSE:DTX) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set an “outperform” rating and a C$15.00 price target on the stock. 33.2% upside from the previous close of $11.26. Tweet This.
  • New Oriental Education & Tech Grp (ADR) (NYSE:EDU) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $30.00 price target on the stock. 32.4% upside from the previous close of $22.66. Tweet This.
  • Easyhotel PLC (LON:EZH) is now covered by analysts at Investec. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 140 ($2.32) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • FCB Financial Holdings Inc (NYSE:FCB) is now covered by analysts at Guggenheim. They set a “neutral” rating and a $24.50 price target on the stock. 11.2% upside from the previous close of $22.03. Tweet This.
  • First Financial Bankshares Inc (NASDAQ:FFIN) is now covered by analysts at Drexel Hamilton. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $30.12. Tweet This.
  • NASDAQ (NASDAQ:function) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “hold” rating and a $970.00 price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (NYSE:GTE) is now covered by analysts at HSBC. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $6.66. Tweet This.
  • Infineon Technologies AG (NASDAQ:IFNNY) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $11.61. Tweet This.
  • Kirkland’s, Inc. (NASDAQ:KIRK) is now covered by analysts at Barrington Research. They set an “outperform” rating and a $21.00 price target on the stock. 20.9% upside from the previous close of $17.37. Tweet This.
  • Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $71.00 price target on the stock. 13.0% upside from the previous close of $62.81. Tweet This.
  • MannKind Co. (NASDAQ:MNKD) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies Group. They set a “buy” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock. 36.2% upside from the previous close of $7.34. Tweet This.
  • Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “hold” rating and a $63.00 price target on the stock. 4.7% upside from the previous close of $60.20. Tweet This.
  • Matomy Media Group Ltd (LON:MTMY) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 291 ($4.82) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • NewBridge Bancorp (NASDAQ:NBBC) is now covered by analysts at Compass Point. They set a “buy” rating and a $9.00 price target on the stock. 19.4% upside from the previous close of $7.54. Tweet This.
  • ServiceNow Inc (NYSE:NOW) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set a “buy” rating and a $74.00 price target on the stock. 23.9% upside from the previous close of $59.73. Tweet This.
  • Orezone Gold Corp (TSE:ORE) is now covered by analysts at National Bank Financial. They set an “outperform” rating and a C$1.30 price target on the stock. 51.2% upside from the previous close of $0.86. Tweet This.
  • Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE:OXM) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “buy” rating and a $72.00 price target on the stock. 17.0% upside from the previous close of $61.55. Tweet This.
  • Bank Of The Ozarks Inc (NASDAQ:OZRK) is now covered by analysts at Drexel Hamilton. They set a “buy” rating and a $38.00 price target on the stock. 18.5% upside from the previous close of $32.06. Tweet This.
  • Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. 16.4% upside from the previous close of $29.21. Tweet This.
  • Primo Water Co. (NASDAQ:PRMW) is now covered by analysts at Lake Street Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $6.50 price target on the stock. 43.5% upside from the previous close of $4.53. Tweet This.
  • Southside Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBSI) is now covered by analysts at Drexel Hamilton. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $32.75. Tweet This.
  • STMicroelectronics NV (ADR) (NYSE:STM) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “underperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $8.40. Tweet This.
  • TSB Banking Group PLC (LON:TSB) is now covered by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd. They set a “buy” rating and a GBX 370 ($6.12) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • TAL Education Group (ADR) (NYSE:XRS) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock. 21.0% upside from the previous close of $34.71. Tweet This.
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ARN Daily Basic: Daily Analysts’ Updates for 8/26/2014

Analysts’ Upgrades

  • Adept Technology (NASDAQ:ADEP) was upgraded by analysts at Roth Capital to a “buy” rating. They now have a $13.00 price target on the stock. 16.8% upside from the previous close of $11.13. Tweet This.
  • Adept Technology (NASDAQ:ADEP) was upgraded by analysts at Dougherty & Co from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. They now have a $12.50 price target on the stock. 12.3% upside from the previous close of $11.13. Tweet This.
  • Bioquell plc (LON:BQE) was upgraded by analysts at Investec to an “add” rating. They now have a GBX 98 ($1.62) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 133 ($2.20). Tweet This.
  • Bioquell plc (LON:BQE) was upgraded by analysts at N+1 Singer to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 112 ($1.85) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Greene King plc (LON:GNK) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 975 ($16.13) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Kazakhmys plc (LON:KAZ) was upgraded by analysts at Canaccord Genuity to a “hold” rating. They now have a GBX 300 ($4.96) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 295 ($4.88). Tweet This.
  • Liquor Stores N.A. Ltd (TSE:LIQ) was upgraded by analysts at National Bank Financial to a “sector perform” rating. Tweet This.
  • Macerich Co (NYSE:MAC) was upgraded by analysts at BMO Capital Markets from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $74.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $71.00. 14.2% upside from the previous close of $64.79. Tweet This.
  • Miller Energy Resources Inc (NASDAQ:MILL) was upgraded by analysts at Casimir Capital from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $4.90. Tweet This.
  • Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd (ADR) (NASDAQ:MPEL) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating. Previous closing price of $28.70. Tweet This.
  • SandRidge Permian Trust (NYSE:PER) was upgraded by analysts at Raymond James from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. They now have a $12.00 price target on the stock. 14.1% upside from the previous close of $10.52. Tweet This.
  • Phoenix Group Holdings (LON:PHNX) was upgraded by analysts at Barclays to an “equal weight” rating. They now have a GBX 713 ($11.80) price target on the stock. Tweet This.
  • Plexus Holdings PLC (LON:POS) was upgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 372 ($6.16) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 364 ($6.02). Tweet This.
  • RSA Insurance Group plc (LON:RSA) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America to a “buy” rating. Tweet This.
  • RSA Insurance Group plc (NASDAQ:RSNAY) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. Previous closing price of $7.31. Tweet This.
  • Synthomer PLC (LON:SYNT) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank to a “buy” rating. They now have a GBX 260 ($4.30) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 225 ($3.72). Tweet This.
  • Veolia Environnement (NYSE:VE) was upgraded by analysts at BNP Paribas from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. Previous closing price of $17.87. Tweet This.
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Analysts’ Downgrades

  • Adelaide Brighton Ltd. (ASX:ABC) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse to an “underperform” rating. They now have a $3.55 price target on the stock, down previously from $3.60. Tweet This.
  • Arcos Dorados Holding Inc (NASDAQ:ARCO) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $8.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $14.00. 11.1% upside from the previous close of $7.20. Tweet This.
  • Bancolombia SA (ADR) (NYSE:CIB) was downgraded by analysts at HSBC from a “neutral” rating to an “underweight” rating. Previous closing price of $62.97. Tweet This.
  • Companhia Energetica Minas Gerais (ADR) (NYSE:CIG) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “neutral” rating to an “underweight” rating. Previous closing price of $8.73. Tweet This.
  • InterMune Inc (NASDAQ:ITMN) was downgraded by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $74.00 price target on the stock. 1.6% upside from the previous close of $72.85. Tweet This.
  • InterMune Inc (NASDAQ:ITMN) was downgraded by analysts at JMP Securities from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $72.85. Tweet This.
  • Qihoo 360 Technology Co Ltd (NASDAQ:QIHU) was downgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating. They now have a $115.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $156.00. 22.5% upside from the previous close of $93.87. Tweet This.
  • Sands China Ltd. (NASDAQ:SCHYY) was downgraded by analysts at Morgan Stanley from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating. Previous closing price of $68.38. Tweet This.
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corp (ADR) (NYSE:SNP) was downgraded by analysts at Jefferies Group from a “hold” rating to an “underperform” rating. Previous closing price of $103.04. Tweet This.
  • Simon Property Group Inc (NYSE:SPG) was downgraded by analysts at BMO Capital Markets from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating. Previous closing price of $169.21. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Miller Tabak from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a $81.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $65.00. 8.4% upside from the previous close of $74.72. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Desjardins to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $74.72. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (TSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Desjardins from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They now have a C$85.00 price target on the stock, up previously from C$73.00. 3.6% upside from the previous close of $82.03. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Desjardins Capital from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $74.72. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Miller Tabak & Co. from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. Previous closing price of $74.72. Tweet This.
  • Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE:THI) was downgraded by analysts at Longbow Research from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. Previous closing price of $74.72. Tweet This.
  • Get today’s most recent analysts’ downgrades at Analyst Ratings.net

Analysts’ New Coverage

  • Atlas Pipeline Partners, L.P. (NYSE:APL) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $40.00 price target on the stock. 15.0% upside from the previous close of $34.79. Tweet This.
  • Cray Inc. (NASDAQ:CRAY) is now covered by analysts at Stifel Nicolaus. They set a “buy” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 18.7% upside from the previous close of $27.81. Tweet This.
  • Computer Sciences Co. (NYSE:CSC) is now covered by analysts at RBC Capital. They set a “sector perform” rating and a $66.00 price target on the stock. 10.1% upside from the previous close of $59.97. Tweet This.
  • FCB Financial Holdings Inc (NYSE:FCB) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 18.0% upside from the previous close of $22.03. Tweet This.
  • FCB Financial Holdings Inc (NYSE:FCB) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 18.0% upside from the previous close of $22.03. Tweet This.
  • FCB Financial Holdings Inc (NYSE:FCB) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “buy” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 18.0% upside from the previous close of $22.03. Tweet This.
  • Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. They set a “buy” rating and a $213.00 price target on the stock. 19.8% upside from the previous close of $177.87. Tweet This.
  • Healthequity Inc (NYSE:HQY) is now covered by analysts at Robert W. Baird. They set a “neutral” rating and a $22.00 price target on the stock. They noted that the move was a valuation call. 10.7% upside from the previous close of $19.87. Tweet This.
  • Jarden Corp. (NYSE:JAH) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $70.00 price target on the stock. 19.0% upside from the previous close of $58.84. Tweet This.
  • LinkedIn Corp (NYSE:LNKD) is now covered by analysts at First Analysis. They set an “overweight” rating and a $280.00 price target on the stock. 25.9% upside from the previous close of $222.48. Tweet This.
  • Loxo Oncology Inc (NASDAQ:LOXO) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $23.00 price target on the stock. 76.2% upside from the previous close of $13.05. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at William Blair. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Raymond James. They set an “outperform” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 20.5% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Robert W. Baird. They set a “neutral” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock. 10.0% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Deutsche Bank. They set a “buy” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 17.8% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. 20.5% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “overweight” rating and a $49.00 price target on the stock. 28.3% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. They set a “neutral” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock. 17.8% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Mobileye NV (NASDAQ:MBLY) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock. 25.7% upside from the previous close of $38.19. Tweet This.
  • Macrocure Ltd (NASDAQ:MCUR) is now covered by analysts at Nomura. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $9.69. Tweet This.
  • Marinus Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:MRNS) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $14.00 price target on the stock. 74.1% upside from the previous close of $8.04. Tweet This.
  • Plains GP Holdings LP (NASDAQ:PAGP) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set a “neutral” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 9.4% upside from the previous close of $30.16. Tweet This.
  • Plains GP Holdings LP (NASDAQ:PAGP) is now covered by analysts at Wunderlich. They set a “neutral” rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock. 9.4% upside from the previous close of $30.16. Tweet This.
  • Parsley Energy Inc (NYSE:PE) is now covered by analysts at Johnson Rice. They set an “overweight” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $20.16. Tweet This.
  • RAIT Financial Trust (NYSE:RAS) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. They set an “outperform” rating and a $9.50 price target on the stock. 17.9% upside from the previous close of $8.06. Tweet This.
  • Transocean Partners LLC (NASDAQ:RIGP) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “buy” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $25.04. Tweet This.
  • Transocean Partners LLC (NASDAQ:RIGP) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. They set an “overweight” rating and a $31.00 price target on the stock. 23.8% upside from the previous close of $25.04. Tweet This.
  • Transocean Partners LLC (NASDAQ:RIGP) is now covered by analysts at Barclays. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $26.00 price target on the stock. 3.8% upside from the previous close of $25.04. Tweet This.
  • Sunedison Inc (NASDAQ:SUNE) is now covered by analysts at FBR Capital Markets. They set an “outperform” rating and a $28.00 price target on the stock. 24.4% upside from the previous close of $22.51. Tweet This.
  • United Natural Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:UNFI) is now covered by analysts at Stephens. They set an “overweight” rating and a $76.00 price target on the stock. 18.7% upside from the previous close of $64.01. Tweet This.
  • VTTI Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VTTI) is now covered by analysts at Citigroup Inc.. They set a “buy” rating and a $26.50 price target on the stock. 9.4% upside from the previous close of $24.23. Tweet This.
  • VTTI Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VTTI) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Previous closing price of $24.23. Tweet This.
  • VTTI Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VTTI) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. They set an “outperform” rating and a $31.00 price target on the stock. 27.9% upside from the previous close of $24.23. Tweet This.
  • VTTI Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VTTI) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. They set an “overweight” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 19.7% upside from the previous close of $24.23. Tweet This.
  • VTTI Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VTTI) is now covered by analysts at Bank of America. They set a “buy” rating and a $27.00 price target on the stock. 11.4% upside from the previous close of $24.23. Tweet This.
  • Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. They set a “neutral” rating and a $29.00 price target on the stock. 7.8% upside from the previous close of $26.89. Tweet This.
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