Investing
Top Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades (ACTV, AGN, BMY, CAG, COP, DUK, LLY, FRX, MRK, PFE, TIF, ULTA, WPI, YUM)
Published:
Last Updated:
These are some of the top analyst upgrades, downgrades and initiations seen in Wall St. research calls this Friday.
Active Network Inc. (NYSE: ACTV) raised to Buy at BofA/ML.
Allergan Inc. (NYSE: AGN) started as Buy at Citigroup.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. (NYSE: BMY) started as Neutral at Citigroup.
ConAgra Foods Inc. (NYSE: CAG) raised to Buy at Jefferies.
ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) started as Outperform at Wells Fargo.
Duke Energy Corp. (NYSE: DUK) maintained Outperform with $76.50 target at Credit Suisse.
Eli Lilly & Co. (NYSE: LLY) started as Buy at Citigroup.
Forest Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: FRX) started as Buy at Citigroup.
Merck & Co. (NYSE: MRK) started as Neutral at Citigroup.
Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) started as Buy at Citigroup.
Tiffany & Co. (NYSE: TIF) cut to Neutral at BofA/ML.
Ulta Salon Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc. (NASDAQ: ULTA) raised to Outperform at Wells Fargo.
Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSE: WPI) reiterated Buy with $100 target and raised estimates at Argus.
Yum! Brands Inc. (NYSE: YUM) cut to Neutral at UBS and cut to Underperform at Raymond James.
JON C. OGG
Take Charge of Your Retirement: Find the Right Financial Advisor For You in Minutes (Sponsor)
Retirement planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. The key is finding professional guidance—and we’ve made it easier than ever for you to connect with the right financial advisor for your unique needs.
Here’s how it works:
1️ Answer a Few Simple Questions
Tell us a bit about your goals and preferences—it only takes a few minutes!
2️ Get Your Top Advisor Matches
This tool matches you with qualified advisors who specialize in helping people like you achieve financial success.
3️ Choose Your Best Fit
Review their profiles, schedule an introductory meeting, and select the advisor who feels right for you.
Why wait? Start building the retirement you’ve always dreamed of. Click here to get started today!
Thank you for reading! Have some feedback for us?
Contact the 24/7 Wall St. editorial team.
