Goldman Sachs updated its ratings for four food retailers/supermarkets, describing the sector as "challenging end market."
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4 Calls
- The Kroger Co KR: Upgraded to Buy with $42 price target (17 percent upside)
- Sprouts Farmers Market Inc SFM: Upgraded to Buy with $29 price target (24 percent upside)
- Whole Foods Market, Inc. WFM: Downgraded to Sell with $31 price target (10 percent downside)
- SUPERVALU INC. SVU: Neutral Rating with $5 price target (5 percent downside)
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