Stock Analysts’ updated eps estimates for Wednesday, August 30th:
Anglo American plc (LON:AAL) had its neutral rating reissued by analysts at Macquarie. They currently have a GBX 1,250 ($16.17) price target on the stock.
Anglo American plc (LON:AAL) had its sell rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 750 ($9.70) price target on the stock.
Antofagasta plc (LON:ANTO) had its neutral rating reiterated by analysts at Macquarie. They currently have a GBX 930 ($12.03) target price on the stock.
Anglo Pacific Group plc (LON:APF) had its outperform rating reiterated by analysts at Macquarie. Macquarie currently has a GBX 185 ($2.39) target price on the stock.
Balfour Beatty plc (LON:BBY) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 350 ($4.53) price target on the stock.
Berkeley Energia (LON:BKY) had its hold rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 60 ($0.78) target price on the stock.
Bunzl plc (LON:BNZL) had its hold rating reiterated by analysts at Beaufort Securities.
Base Resources (LON:BSE) had its buy rating reiterated by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd. Numis Securities Ltd currently has a GBX 30 ($0.39) price target on the stock.
Domino's Pizza Group PLC. (LON:DOM) had its sell rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 250 ($3.23) price target on the stock.
Diploma PLC (LON:DPLM) had its add rating reiterated by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd. Numis Securities Ltd currently has a GBX 1,190 ($15.39) target price on the stock.
Faron Pharmaceuticals Oy (LON:FARN) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Panmure Gordon.
Firestone Diamonds PLC (LON:FDI) had its outperform rating reiterated by analysts at Macquarie. They currently have a GBX 60 ($0.78) price target on the stock.
James Fisher & Sons plc (LON:FSJ) had its hold rating reaffirmed by analysts at N+1 Singer. N+1 Singer currently has a GBX 1,605 ($20.76) target price on the stock.
Glanbia PLC (LON:GLB) had its equal weight rating reaffirmed by analysts at Barclays PLC.
Glencore PLC (LON:GLEN) had its outperform rating reissued by analysts at Macquarie. The firm currently has a GBX 395 ($5.11) price target on the stock.
GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) had its buy rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 1,900 ($24.57) price target on the stock.
Halma plc (LON:HLMA) had its sell rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 910 ($11.77) price target on the stock.
HSS Hire Group PLC (LON:HSS) had its under review rating reiterated by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd.
HSS Hire Group PLC (LON:HSS) had its sell rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 46 ($0.59) price target on the stock.
Howden Joinery Group Plc (LON:HWDN) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 506 ($6.54) price target on the stock.
IFG Group PLC (LON:IFP) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Shore Capital.
IG Design Group PLC (LON:IGR) had its speculative buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Beaufort Securities.
Intu Properties PLC (LON:INTU) had its sell rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 230 ($2.97) target price on the stock.
JD Sports Fashion PLC (LON:JD) had its overweight rating reissued by analysts at Barclays PLC.
KAZ Minerals PLC (LON:KAZ) had its neutral rating reiterated by analysts at Macquarie.
McBride plc (LON:MCB) had its buy rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 235 ($3.04) target price on the stock.
Micro Focus International plc (LON:MCRO) had its underperform rating reiterated by analysts at Credit Suisse Group. The firm currently has a GBX 1,921 ($24.84) price target on the stock.
Berenberg Bank began coverage on shares of Medica Group PLC (LON:MGP). They issued a buy rating and a GBX 260 ($3.36) price target on the stock.
National Bank Holdings Corporation (NYSE:NBHC) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a buy rating to a hold rating. According to Zacks, “National Bank Holdings Corporation is a bank holding company operating full-service banking centers, with the majority of those banking centers located in Colorado and the greater Kansas City region. The Company, through its subsidiaries, provides services through community banking franchises serving the needs of retail and business customers. National Bank Holdings Corporation is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado. “
National Health Investors (NYSE:NHI) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a buy rating. The firm currently has $89.00 target price on the stock. According to Zacks, “National Health Investors, Inc. is a real estate investment trust which invests in income producing health care properties primarily in the long-term care industry. The company provides current income for distribution to stockholders through investments in health care related facilities, including long-term care facilities, acute care hospitals, medical office buildings, retirement centers and assisted living facilities. “
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR (NYSE:NMR) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a buy rating. Zacks Investment Research currently has $6.25 price target on the stock. According to Zacks, “NOMURA HLDG-ADR is a leading financial services group in Japan and has worldwide operations, providing a wide range of value-added financial services and competitive products. These include brokerage, trading, underwriting, M&A financial advisory services, merchant banking, and development and management of investment trusts and investment advisory services to diversified clients such as individuals, corporations, financial institutions, governments and governmental agencies. “
Nestle SA (NASDAQ:NSRGY) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a sell rating. According to Zacks, “Nestle is the world’s #1 food company and the world leader in coffee (Nescafe), mineral water (Perrier), and ophthalmology products. Among its more than 8,500 products are Alpo dog food, Baby Ruth and Butterfinger candy bars, Carnation evaporated and condensed milk, Coffee-Mate coffee creamer, Kix breakfast cereals, Nestle Quik chocolate drink mix, Stouffer’s frozen dinners, and Toll House morsels. “
Nevsun Resources (TSE:NSU) (TSE:NSU) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a buy rating to a hold rating. According to Zacks, “NEVSUN RESOURCES LTD., is a natural resource company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of mineral properties. The Company’s portfolio is focused on properties in Africa with gold and base metal (copper and zinc) resources/reserves. The Company’s principal mineral properties are the Bisha property located in Eritrea, North-East Africa. “
Northwest Natural Gas (NYSE:NWN) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a buy rating. The firm currently has $74.00 target price on the stock. According to Zacks, “NW Natural is principally engaged in the distribution of natural gas. The Oregon Public Utility Commission (OPUC) has allocated to NW Natural as its exclusive service area a major portion of western Oregon, including the Portland metropolitan area, most of the fertile Willamette Valley and the coastal area from Astoria to Coos Bay. NW Natural also holds certificates from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) granting it exclusive rights to serve portions of three Washington counties bordering the Columbia River. “
New York Community Bancorp (NYSE:NYCB) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a strong sell rating to a hold rating. According to Zacks, “New York Community Bancorp, Inc. is a leading producer of multi-family loans in New York City, with an emphasis on apartment buildings that feature below-market rents. The Company has two bank subsidiaries: New York Community Bank, with 178 branches serving customers throughout Metro New York and New Jersey; and New York Commercial Bank, with 36 branches serving customers in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Long Island, and Westchester County in New York. Reflecting its growth through a series of acquisitions, the Community Bank operates through five local divisions: Queens County Savings Bank in Queens, Roslyn Savings Bank on Long Island, Richmond County Savings Bank on Staten Island, Roosevelt Savings Bank in Brooklyn, and Garden State Community Bank in New Jersey. Similarly, the Commercial Bank operates 17 of its branches under the name Atlantic Bank. “
OC OERLIKON CORP CHF1 (NASDAQ:OERLF) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a buy rating. The firm currently has $16.00 target price on the stock. According to Zacks, “OC Oerlikon Corporation AG provides technologies and services. Its operating segment consists of Surface Solutions, Manmade Fibers and Drive Systems. OC Oerlikon Corporation AG is headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland. “
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings (NASDAQ:OLLI) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a hold rating to a buy rating. The firm currently has $49.00 price target on the stock. According to Zacks, “Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. is a retailer of closeouts, excess inventory and salvage merchandise. The Company’s product includes housewares, food, books and stationery, bed and bath, floor coverings, toys and hardware. Its brand portfolio consist of Ollie’s, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Ollie’s Army, Real Brands! Real Bargains! and Good Stuff Cheap. The company operates primarily in Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. is based in Harrisburg, United States. “
OPG Power Ventures Plc. (LON:OPG) had its hold rating reissued by analysts at Shore Capital.
OptiBiotix Health PLC (LON:OPTI) had its corporate rating reiterated by analysts at FinnCap.
Petra Diamonds Limited (LON:PDL) had its outperform rating reaffirmed by analysts at Macquarie. They currently have a GBX 140 ($1.81) price target on the stock.
Paragon Entertainment (LON:PEL) had its corporate rating reiterated by analysts at FinnCap. They currently have a GBX 6 ($0.08) price target on the stock.
Pets at Home Group PLC (LON:PETS) had its sell rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 145 ($1.88) price target on the stock.
Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) had its sell rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital.
Polymetal International PLC (LON:POLY) was downgraded by analysts at Numis Securities Ltd to an add rating. Numis Securities Ltd currently has GBX 1,100 ($14.23) price target on the stock.
Puretech Health PLC (LON:PRTC) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at N+1 Singer.
Puretech Health PLC (LON:PRTC) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 248 ($3.21) target price on the stock.
Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc (LON:RB) had its buy rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 8,700 ($112.52) price target on the stock.
Rio Tinto plc (LON:RIO) had its outperform rating reaffirmed by analysts at Macquarie. They currently have a GBX 4,500 ($58.20) target price on the stock.
South32 (LON:S32) was downgraded by analysts at Macquarie to a neutral rating. They currently have GBX 190 ($2.46) price target on the stock.
Sunrise Resources Plc (LON:SRES) had its speculative buy rating reiterated by analysts at Beaufort Securities.
SSP Group PLC (LON:SSPG) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 600 ($7.76) price target on the stock.
Spectris plc (LON:SXS) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Shore Capital.
Spectris plc (LON:SXS) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 2,830 ($36.60) target price on the stock.
Tate & Lyle PLC (LON:TATE) had its buy rating reiterated by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 850 ($10.99) price target on the stock.
Tp Icap Plc (LON:TCAP) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. Liberum Capital currently has a GBX 580 ($7.50) target price on the stock.
Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) had its hold rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 3,870 ($50.05) target price on the stock.
Vectura Group PLC (LON:VEC) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Panmure Gordon.
Workspace Group plc (LON:WKP) had its buy rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital. The firm currently has a GBX 1,050 ($13.58) target price on the stock.
Zpg Plc (LON:ZPG) had its buy rating reissued by analysts at Liberum Capital. They currently have a GBX 450 ($5.82) price target on the stock.
