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- CN Energy Group. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNEY#NASDAQ">CNEY</a>) ("CNEY" or the "Company") today announced that it entered into Warrant Inducement Agreements with certain holders (each, a "Holder") of the Company's existing ordinary share purchase warrants issued in January 2023 (the "Existing Warrants"), covering up to an aggregate of 6,576,278 class A ordinary shares of the Company, no par value (the "Ordinary Shares"), pursuant to which (i) the exercise price of the Existing Warrants will be reduced from $1.4529 per share to $0.32 per share (the "Reduced Exercise Price") to the extent exercised by each Holder, and (ii) in exchange for each Holder's cash payment of the Reduced Exercise Price of the Existing Warrants in part or whole, the Company will issue new unregistered ordinary share purchase warrants (the "New Warrants"), to incentivize the Holders to exercise the Existing Warrants in cash. The New Warrants will be immediately exercisable upon issuance, have an exercise price of $0.32 and will expire January 5, 2028. The Holders will have until January 5, 2025 to exercise such Existing Warrants at the Reduced Exercise Price and receive New Warrants.

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CNEY Enters Into Warrant Inducement Agreements With Certain Holders Of The Co's Existing Ordinary Share Purchase Warrants Issued In January 2023, Covering Up To An Aggregate Of 6,576,278 Class A Ordinary Shares Of The Company, Pursuant To Which The Exercise Price Of The Existing Warrants Will Be Reduced From $1.4529 Per Share To $0.32 Per Share

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New collaboration enables seamless pension experience from administration to payments
The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation ("BNY") (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>), a global financial services company, and Conduent Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNDT#NASDAQ">CNDT</a>), a global technology-led business solutions and services company, have today announced a strategic alliance to connect insurers and pension acquirers with end-to-end pension risk transfer services in one place.
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Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) has been analyzed by 31 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over 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">8</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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">7</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $179.87, a high estimate of $220.00, and a low estimate of $140.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $163.21, the current average has increased by 10.21%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407336_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Oracle. The following summary 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>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Ader</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Zukin</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Moerdler</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
<td>$201.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Murphy</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Keirstead</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Ader</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Sills</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
<td>$172.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Derrick Wood</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kirk Materne</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Difucci</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Bachman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Reback</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Ader</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$172.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Keirstead</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kirk Materne</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Derrick Wood</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Weiss</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Sills</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Oracle. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Oracle compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Oracle's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Oracle's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ORCL/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Oracle analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Oracle: A Closer Look</h2>
Oracle provides database technology and enterprise resource planning, or ERP, software to enterprises around the world. Founded in 1977, Oracle pioneered the first commercial SQL-based relational database management system. Today, Oracle has more than 400,000 customers in 175 countries.
<h3>Oracle: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Oracle's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 6.86% as of 31 August, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Oracle's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 22.01% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Oracle's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 30.01%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Oracle's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.05% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 7.81, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</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.
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.
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Throughout the last three months, 5 analysts have evaluated Ventas (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTR#NYSE">VTR</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over 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">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>3M 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>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Ventas and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $69.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $71.00 and a low estimate of $65.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 8.15% from the previous average price target of $63.80.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407325_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Ventas among financial experts becomes clear 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>Vikram Malhorta</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kilichowski</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Anderson</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Ventas. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Ventas compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Ventas's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Ventas'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/VTR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Ventas analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Ventas Better</h2>
Ventas owns a diversified healthcare portfolio of over 1,300 in-place properties spread across the senior housing, medical office, hospital, life science, and skilled nursing/post-acute care. The portfolio includes almost 100 properties in Canada and the United Kingdom as the company looks for additional investment opportunities in countries with mature healthcare systems that operate similarly to the United States. The firm also owns mortgages and other loans, contributing about 1% of net operating income.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Ventas's Journey</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: Ventas'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 7.52%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Real Estate sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Ventas's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.56%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ventas's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 0.2%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ventas's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.08% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Ventas's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.42, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Where Ventas Stands With Analysts

Kirkland's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KIRK#NASDAQ">KIRK</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Friday, 2024-12-06. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Kirkland's will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.32. 
Investors in Kirkland's are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.20, which was followed by a 0.65% drop in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Kirkland's's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>-1.31</td>
<td>-0.92</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>-0.53</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>-1.11</td>
<td>-0.68</td>
<td>0.78</td>
<td>-0.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>27.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407313_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Kirkland's Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Kirkland's were trading at $1.99 as of December 04. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 29.18%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely a little upset going into this earnings release. 
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What's Next: Kirkland's's Earnings Preview

Barclays analyst Jared Shaw maintains Pinnacle Finl Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $108 to $120.

PNFP

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Pinnacle Finl Partners, Raises Price Target to $120

BRP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOOO#NASDAQ">DOOO</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Friday, 2024-12-06. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate BRP to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49.
BRP bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.12, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at BRP's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.33</td>
<td>0.66</td>
<td>1.92</td>
<td>2.26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.70</td>
<td>1.82</td>
<td>2.28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407292_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of BRP were trading at $48.45 as of December 03. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 20.69%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely a little upset going into this earnings release. 
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BRP's Earnings: A Preview

In the last three months, 8 analysts have published ratings on TJX Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TJX#NYSE">TJX</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<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">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $134.38, with a high estimate of $142.00 and a low estimate of $130.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.61% increase from the previous average price target of $132.25.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407293_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of TJX Companies 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.
<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>Mark Altschwager</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
<td>$133.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gabriella Carbone</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to TJX Companies. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of TJX Companies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of TJX Companies's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into TJX Companies's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TJX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on TJX Companies analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About TJX Companies</h2>
TJX Companies is the leading off-price retailer of apparel, accessories, and home merchandise in the United States. The firm leverages its more than 21,000 global vendor relationships to procure and sell brand-name merchandise at prices 20%-60% cheaper than conventional retail channels. TJX opportunistically purchases excess inventory that stems from manufacturing overruns and retail closeout sales. The off-price retailer disperses its vast and disparate merchandise across its 5,000 global stores, creating a treasure-hunt shopping experience for consumers. Over three quarters of TJX's sales are derived from the United States, primarily via the T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods banners. About 10% of sales are from Canada and 12% from Europe and Australia.
<h3>Financial Milestones: TJX Companies's Journey</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: TJX Companies displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 4.42%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: TJX Companies's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 9.22%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): TJX Companies's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 16.26% 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 4.12%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.56, TJX Companies adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically 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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Expert Outlook: TJX Companies Through The Eyes Of 8 Analysts

Guggenheim analyst Joseph Osha maintains GE Vernova (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $300 to $400.

Guggenheim Maintains Buy on GE Vernova, Raises Price Target to $400

Genesco (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCO#NYSE">GCO</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Friday, 2024-12-06. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Genesco will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.22.
Genesco bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.28, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price the following trading session.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407259_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of Genesco Shares</h3>
Shares of Genesco were trading at $38.19 as of December 03. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 25.25%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
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Earnings Outlook For Genesco

During the last three months, 15 analysts shared their evaluations of Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over 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">6</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
<tr>
<td>1M 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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</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>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $48.13, a high estimate of $59.00, and a low estimate of $36.00. Marking an increase of 9.04%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $44.14. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407257_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Cheesecake Factory'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>Christine Cho</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Katherine Griffin</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Zachary Fadem</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Bernstein</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Tarantino</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dennis Geiger</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Katherine Griffin</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Bernstein</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$46.00</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 Cheesecake Factory. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cheesecake Factory compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Cheesecake Factory's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Cheesecake Factory's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAKE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Cheesecake Factory analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Cheesecake Factory's Background</h2>
Cheesecake Factory Inc owns and operates restaurants in the United States and Canada under brands that include The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, and a collection within the Fox Restaurants Concepts subsidiary. The company's international presence, in the Middle East and Mexico, is through licensing agreements with third parties. The company also has a bakery division that produces cheesecakes and other baked products for sale in its restaurants, international licensees, and third-party bakery customers. The company has four operating business segments: The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, North Italia, other FRC, and Flower Child. Majority of the company's revenue comes from The Cheesecake Factory restaurants segment.
<h3>Cheesecake Factory's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Cheesecake Factory's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 4.25% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 3.47%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 7.79%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cheesecake Factory's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.03% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Cheesecake Factory's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 4.76, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
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Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Unveiling 15 Analyst Insights On Cheesecake Factory

Ratings for Sprinklr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CXM#NYSE">CXM</a>) were provided by 4 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $8.12, a high estimate of $10.50, and a low estimate of $6.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 13.43% lower than the prior average price target of $9.38. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733407235_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Sprinklr by financial experts. The following summary presents 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>Brett Knoblauch</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Berg</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Sprinklr. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Sprinklr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Sprinklr's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Sprinklr's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CXM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Sprinklr analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Sprinklr Better</h2>
Sprinklr Inc is engaged in providing enterprise software that enables every customer-facing function across the front office, from Customer Care to Marketing, to collaborate across internal silos, and communicate across digital channels. Its products include Sprinklr Service, Sprinklr Social, Sprinklr Insights and Sprinklr Marketing. The company operates in Americas, EMEA and other countries. It derives maximum revenue from Americas.
<h3>Sprinklr's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Sprinklr's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 10.5%. This signifies 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 0.93%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.34%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.17%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Sprinklr's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.11, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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