Budweiser Brewing Co APAC Stock (OTC: BDWBF)

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Budweiser APAC is the largest brewer in Asia by retail sales value and the second largest by volume, according to Euromonitor. After 10% of the business was listed on the Hong Kong exchange in 2019, parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev owns close to 90% of the company's equity.Budweiser APAC's largest markets are China (roughly 80% of 2023 revenue), South Korea (12%), and India (6%). The remaining 2% comprises Japan, New Zealand, and other export markets in the Asia-Pacific region. The company predominantly produces, imports, markets, distributes, and sells a portfolio of more than 50 beer brands, both owned and licensed, including global brands Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona along with multicountry brands and local brands such as Hoegaarden, Cass and Harbin.

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	Budweiser APAC’s profit fell 15% in the first nine months of the year as its revenue in China fell 16.1% in the third quarter
	The mainstream beer maker’s efforts to develop higher-end products may be meeting with headwinds from increasingly cautious Chinese consumer


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HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Raghuram Selvaraju reiterates Hoth Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOTH#NASDAQ">HOTH</a>) with a Buy and maintains $4 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Hoth Therapeutics, Maintains $4 Price Target

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<li>Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>) stock decreased by 15.0% to $121.0. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $31.9 billion. </li>
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<li>Star Fashion Culture (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STFS#NASDAQ">STFS</a>) stock fell 10.99% to $2.35. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $28.5 million. </li>
<li>Snail (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAL#NASDAQ">SNAL</a>) stock fell 6.19% to $2.73. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $100.8 million. </li>
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<li>Quoin Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QNRX#NASDAQ">QNRX</a>) stock moved upwards by 35.2% to $0.8 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $6.5 million. </li>
<li>Hepion Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEPA#NASDAQ">HEPA</a>) shares rose 25.92% to $0.17. The company's market cap stands at $1.1 million. </li>
<li>Exicure (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XCUR#NASDAQ">XCUR</a>) shares moved upwards by 23.52% to $12.81. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $38.9 million. </li>
<li>Vigil Neuroscience (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIGL#NASDAQ">VIGL</a>) stock rose 23.15% to $2.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $102.1 million. </li>
<li>TNF Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TNFA#NASDAQ">TNFA</a>) shares moved upwards by 17.54% to $1.34. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.6 million. </li>
<li>Inventiva (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVA#NASDAQ">IVA</a>) shares moved upwards by 15.2% to $2.5. The company's market cap stands at $130.9 million. </li>
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<li>Anitra (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZTR#AMEX">AZTR</a>) stock declined by 8.4% to $0.24 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.0 million. </li>
<li>Rigel Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIGL#NASDAQ">RIGL</a>) stock declined by 7.62% to $20.15. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $354.9 million. </li>
<li>Eterna Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERNA#NASDAQ">ERNA</a>) shares fell 7.42% to $0.59. The company's market cap stands at $30.2 million. </li>
<li>Channel Therapeutics (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHRO#AMEX">CHRO</a>) shares declined by 7.04% to $2.51. The company's market cap stands at $15.1 million. </li>
<li>Zymeworks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZYME#NASDAQ">ZYME</a>) stock declined by 6.62% to $13.7. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $947.5 million. </li>
<li>Elicio Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELTX#NASDAQ">ELTX</a>) stock declined by 6.43% to $6.99. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $75.4 million. 
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<li>Perma-Fix Envirn Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PESI#NASDAQ">PESI</a>) stock moved upwards by 6.17% to $11.34. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $208.3 million. </li>
<li>Zoomcar Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZCAR#NASDAQ">ZCAR</a>) stock moved upwards by 5.88% to $1.98. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $10.5 million. </li>
<li>GE Aero (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) shares moved upwards by 5.86% to $199.41. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $215.8 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Simpple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPPL#NASDAQ">SPPL</a>) shares increased by 5.35% to $0.94. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $15.2 million. </li>
<li>Nuburu (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURU#AMEX">BURU</a>) shares increased by 5.1% to $0.4. The company's market cap stands at $8.0 million. </li>
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<li>Vertical Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVTL#NYSE">EVTL</a>) shares decreased by 30.6% to $6.44 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $447.8 million. </li>
<li>Mynaric (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MYNA#NASDAQ">MYNA</a>) stock fell 9.09% to $0.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $12.6 million. </li>
<li>China Yuchai Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYD#NYSE">CYD</a>) stock declined by 6.71% to $11.0. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $412.7 million. </li>
<li>American Airlines Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) shares decreased by 6.22% to $17.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $11.4 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Galaxy Payroll Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLXG#NASDAQ">GLXG</a>) shares decreased by 5.31% to $1.07. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $19.2 million. </li>
<li>Smart Powerr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CREG#NASDAQ">CREG</a>) shares declined by 4.43% to $0.6. The company's market cap stands at $5.5 million. 
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<li>Blackboxstocks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLBX#NASDAQ">BLBX</a>) shares declined by 8.34% to $5.06. The company's market cap stands at $17.9 million. </li>
<li>VerifyMe (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRME#NASDAQ">VRME</a>) stock decreased by 7.5% to $2.22. The company's market cap stands at $23.3 million. </li>
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The company plans to advance VG-3927 into a Phase 2 trial in the third quarter of 2025; Selects 25mg QD oral as a dose that fully engages desired pharmacology.
"We are very excited by these positive Phase 1 data, which further support continued development of VG-3927 as a potential next-generation therapy for AD," said Ivana Magovčević-Liebisch, Ph.D., J.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Vigil.&nbsp;
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Vigil Neuroscience Reports Data From Its Completed Phase 1 Clinical Trial Evaluating VG-3927 For Potential Treatment Of Alzheimer's Disease; Says Candidate Demonstrated Favorable Safety And Tolerability Profile

EVAA Protocol, a lending platform operating on the Ton (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">TON</a>) blockchain, on Thursday announced the completion of a private token sale, securing $2.5 million in funding. 
The round saw participation from various venture capital firms, angel investors, and key opinion leaders, including Polymorphic Capital, TON Ventures, and Animoca Ventures.
The capital raised will be used to further develop the protocol&#8217;s infrastructure and expand its footprint within the TON decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. 
Aleksandr Sudeikin, co-founder of EVAA Protocol said, "DeFi technology continues to explode within the TON ecosystem. With our unique product, global community, and financials, we are now in a great position to be a base layer for the whole TON DeFi."
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Since its mainnet launch in early 2024, EVAA has reported attracting 80,000 monthly active users and $50 million in total value locked. The next step in its development will be the launch of its own $EVAA token.
EVAA functions as a lending platform where users can engage in borrowing, lending, shorting, leveraged staking, longing, and hedging. 
The protocol has aligned itself with the TON Foundation's objectives for the growth of the blockchain and DeFi and has plans to reach a wide spectrum of users. 
EVAA is integrated into several platforms such as OKX, Gate, Bitget, Tonkeeper and others. 
Future enhancements include the listing of Tether (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDT</a>) APY, and listing ecosystem tokens as well. 
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EVAA Protocol Secures $2.5M In Private Token Sale To Expand TON DeFi

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Raghuram Selvaraju maintains Repligen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGEN#NASDAQ">RGEN</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $240 to $180.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Maintains Buy on Repligen, Lowers Price Target to $180

LSI Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYTS#NASDAQ">LYTS</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.20 by 30 percent. This is a 23.81 percent increase over earnings of $0.21 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $147.734 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $129.195 million by 14.35 percent. This is a 35.53 percent increase over sales of $109.005 million the same period last year.

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LSI Industries Q2 2025 Adj. EPS $0.26 Beats $0.20 Estimate, Sales $147.734M Beat $129.195M Estimate

First BanCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBP#NYSE">FBP</a>) reported quarterly adjusted earnings of $0.46 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.41 by 12.2 percent. This is a 6.12 percent decrease over earnings of $0.49 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $241.50 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $236.55 million by 2.09 percent. This is a 22.79 percent increase over sales of $196.68 million the same period last year.

First BanCorp Q4 Adj $0.46 Beats $0.41 Estimate, Sales $241.50M Beat $236.55M Estimate

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American Airlines shares are trading lower following weak Q1 and FY25 guidance.

Old Republic Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORI#NYSE">ORI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.90 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.70 by 28.57 percent. This is a 30.43 percent increase over earnings of $0.69 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.156 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.113 billion by 2.01 percent. This is a 11.08 percent increase over sales of $1.941 billion the same period last year.

Old Republic Intl Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $0.90 Beats $0.70 Estimate, Sales $2.156B Beat $2.113B Estimate

Guidance

American Airlines Sees Q1 Adj. EPS $(0.40)-$(0.20) vs $(0.04) Est., FY25 Adj. EPS $1.70-$2.70 vs $2.42 Est.

Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.13 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.14 by 7.14 percent. This is a 40.91 percent decrease over earnings of $0.22 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $474.18 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $468.00 million by 1.32 percent. This is a 5.38 percent increase over sales of $449.97 million the same period last year.

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Valley Ntl Q4 2024 Adj EPS $0.13 Misses $0.14 Estimate, Sales $474.18M Beat $468.00M Estimate

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Patrick Trucchio reiterates Arrowhead Pharma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARWR#NASDAQ">ARWR</a>) with a Buy and maintains $80 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Arrowhead Pharma, Maintains $80 Price Target

Piper Sandler analyst Yasmeen Rahimi initiates coverage on Bright Minds Biosciences (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRUG#NASDAQ">DRUG</a>) with a Overweight rating and announces Price Target of $93.

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Piper Sandler Initiates Coverage On Bright Minds Biosciences with Overweight Rating, Announces Price Target of $93

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MetLife (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MET#NYSE">MET</a>) underwent analysis by 7 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
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<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $93.57, a high estimate of $99.00, and a low estimate of $88.00. Observing a 2.26% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $91.50. 
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<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of MetLife by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Jack Matten</td>
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<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
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<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Bergman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to MetLife. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of MetLife compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of MetLife's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of MetLife's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MET/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on MetLife analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About MetLife</h2>
MetLife is one of the largest life insurers in the us by assets and provides a variety of insurance and financial-services products. It is organized into five segments: us, Asia, Latin America, Europe/Middle East/Africa, and MetLife Holdings. The us business contributes around 50% of earnings and is broken into the group benefits segment and the retirement solutions segment. The Asia segment contributes around 22% of earnings and is mainly composed of the Japan business, with increasing contributions from India, China, and Bangladesh. The company also holds leading market positions in Mexico and Chile, with the Latin America segment contributing around 13% of earnings. The EMEA and MetLife Holdings segments contribute around 4% and 11% of earnings, respectively.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of MetLife</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: MetLife's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 16.6%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: MetLife's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 6.98%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): MetLife's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.39% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.18%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61, MetLife faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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The Analyst Verdict: MetLife In The Eyes Of 7 Experts

5 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Primerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRI#NYSE">PRI</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Primerica, presenting an average target of $322.2, a high estimate of $345.00, and a low estimate of $300.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 3.35% increase from the previous average price target of $311.75.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737633643_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
A clear picture of Primerica's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jack Matten</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Krueger</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$315.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Barnidge</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$313.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kligerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$314.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Hughes</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Primerica. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Primerica compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Primerica's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Primerica's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Primerica analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Primerica's Background</h2>
Primerica Inc is a provider of financial services to middle-income households in the United States and Canada. The company offers life insurance, mutual funds, annuities, and other financial products, distributed on behalf of third parties. Primerica has three main subsidiaries: Primerica Financial Services, a marketing company; Primerica Life Insurance Company, a principal life insurance underwriting entity; and PFS Investments, which offers investment and savings products, brokerage services, and registered investment advisory. It has four segments Term Life Insurance; Investment and Savings Products; Senior Health; and Corporate and Other Distributed Products. Geogriphically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the US.
<h3>Primerica's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Primerica's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 10.99%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Primerica's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 21.14% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Primerica's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 8.05% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.11%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Primerica's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.02. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Expert Outlook: Primerica Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

Budweiser Brewing Co APAC

<h4>Key Takeaways:</h4>

<ul>
	<li>Budweiser APAC&rsquo;s profit fell 15% in the first nine months of the year as its revenue in China fell 16.1% in the third quarter</li>
	<li>The mainstream beer maker&rsquo;s efforts to develop higher-end products may be meeting with headwinds from increasingly cautious Chinese consumer</li>
</ul>

By Lau Chi Hang

If 2023 was a year to celebrate with the end of the pandemic, then this year is looking far more sober for&nbsp;Budweiser Brewing Co. APAC Ltd.&nbsp;(OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bdwbf#OTC">BDWBF</a>), the Asia arm of one of the world&rsquo;s top beer makers. After booming last year, the company&rsquo;s business has gone into reverse in 2024, dragged down by weakness in China, its largest market.

Budweiser APAC said it sold 7.12 billion liters of beer in the first nine months of this year, down 8.1% year-on-year, according to a third-quarter&nbsp;<a href="https://www1.hkexnews.hk/listedco/listconews/sehk/2024/1031/2024103100321.pdf">business review</a>&nbsp;issued at the end of last month. Its revenue slipped by a slightly smaller 6.1% to $5.1 billion, while its profit fell by 15% to $780 million. The company said China&rsquo;s economic slowdown was the biggest drag on its overall sales, partly offset by a strong performance in South Korea.

Budweiser APAC operates across East and South Asia, with markets including South Korea, Japan, China, India and Southeast Asia, as well as New Zealand. The company didn&rsquo;t break down revenue for China specifically in the nine-month figures. But the market dominates the company&rsquo;s West APAC region, which accounts for nearly 90% of its overall sales.

<h3>Sliding China Business</h3>

Budweiser APAC&rsquo;s China business has been declining since the end of 2023, starting with a 3.1% drop in its sales volume during last year&rsquo;s fourth quarter. The rate of decline accelerated to 6.2% in the first quarter of 2024, with revenue also down 2.7% for the period. The situation further deteriorated in the second quarter, with sales volume down 10.3% year-on-year and revenue plummeting 15.2%.

Things didn&rsquo;t get any better from there, as the company&rsquo;s China sales volume plunged 14.2% in the third quarter and revenue tumbled by an even larger 16.1% year-on-year, according to the latest report. Weak consumer sentiment, driven largely by people eating and drinking out less, were mainly to blame for the drastic business drop, the company said.

The declines mark the latest twist in a Chinese beer market that has been evolving nearly nonstop since Western brands first entered the market back in the 1980s and 1990s. Sales rocketed during that early period as China&rsquo;s economy started to take off in its Reform Era dating back to 1978. An emerging middle class more willing to spend bigger sums on beer drove the boom, helping China to pass the U.S. to become the world&rsquo;s largest beer market.

<h4>Turning point</h4>

But the market eventually became saturated as companies built more breweries and consumers with discretionary income diversified into other beverage types. Demographics also played a role, especially among the 26- to 35-year-olds that are the main drinkers of beer in China, accounting for 40% of total consumption. The number of people in that age bracket is declining as the population ages and replacement birth rates fall, taking a direct toll on beer sales.

Demographic changes aside, changing lifestyles and improving living standards are also taking a swig out of beer sales. That&rsquo;s showing up most notably as people turn their attention to healthier diets and avoid less healthy foods and beverages like beer. Adding to beer&rsquo;s woes are growing alternatives bubbling up, including other alcoholic drinks with different ingredients and flavors.

A confluence of those factors led to a turning point for China&rsquo;s beer production in 2013. Before that year, production had been on a steady rise, hitting 50 million kiloliters in 2013. But the volumes have been falling since then.

<h3>High-end Strategy Clipped By Consumption Downgrade</h3>

Leading beer makers in China haven&rsquo;t simply sat idle as their market changes, and going upscale is one common tactic many have tried to keep consumers coming back. Lee Chee Kong, president of&nbsp;Carlsberg&nbsp;China, previously pointed out that such up-market movements have become a broader industry trend in China, similar to the Western embrace of pricier micro-brewery beers over the last three decades. Such movement in China entails not only the rollout of new products, but also improvements to existing ones. Companies are also placing a greater emphasis on packaging to give consumers a sense of luxury when they drink.

While such talk sounds good in theory, it may be easier said than done. That&rsquo;s especially true in the current market, where a sluggish Chinese economy is leading consumers to rein in their spending on the finer things in life, especially for non-essentials like beer.

After a period of major consolidation in the 1990s and early 2000s, China&rsquo;s beer market is currently dominated by five major companies:&nbsp;China Resources Beer&nbsp;(0291.HK),&nbsp;Tsingtao Brewery&nbsp;(168.HK), Budweiser,&nbsp;Yanjing&nbsp;and Carlsberg. That group alone accounts for 92% of the market, with Budweiser ranking third at about 20%.

The weak environment has left Budweiser and its peers with few options other than trying to seize share from each other in the dwindling market. Despite its stumbling business, the company still leads most of its publicly traded peers with a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of nearly 19 times, ahead of the 17 for China Resources Beer and just 14 for Tsingtao Brewery.

Investment banks also have their reservations about Budweiser APAC. Morgan Stanley pointed out the company&rsquo;s China sales were weaker than expected and lowered its full-year sales forecast by 2% after the latest update. Goldman Sachs also lowered its sales forecast for the company from 2024 to 2026 by between 1% and 3%. It maintained its &ldquo;buy&rdquo; rating but lowered its target price by 8.2% to HK$10.10. UBS also maintained its &ldquo;buy&rdquo; rating, but, like Goldman Sachs, lowered its target price from HK$13.78 to HK$11.72.

This article is from an unpaid external contributor. It does not represent Benzinga&#39;s reporting and has not been edited for content or accuracy.

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