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Fly News Breaks for July 10, 2018
EBAY, CMG, UAA, WYNN
Jul 10, 2018 | 11:32 EDT
Check out today's top analyst calls from around Wall Street, compiled by The Fly. STIFEL UPGRADES WYNN TO BUY: Stifel analyst Steven Wieczynski upgraded Wynn Resorts (WYNN) to Buy from Hold, as he believes the pullback in the stock recently has created a compelling opportunity. While acknowledging his upgrade "might be a bit early," Wieczynski argues that he would rather be early than late "given the volatility of swings in Macau related stocks." Wynn is up 2.7% in midday trading. BARCLAYS OPTIMISTIC ON UNDER ARMOUR'S Q2 RESULTS: Barclays analyst Matthew McClintock said Under Armour (UAA) appears well positioned to meet or exceed guidance for Q2. The analyst, however, questioned if that is enough to make the stock work with the shares up 54% year-to-date. Even if Under Armour beats, the recent stock price appreciation likely limits upside in the stock from here, McClintock told investors. McClintock has an Overweight rating on Under Armour with a $20 price target, below the stock's current levels. MIZUHO CUTS CHIPOTLE TO UNDERPERFORM: Mizuho analyst Jeremy Scott downgraded Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) to Underperform while raising his price target for the shares to $330 from $300. After an 80% rally since the new CEO appointment, Chipotle shares currently price in an "aggressive recovery" in both comps and margins, Scott told investors in a research note. The analyst does not see "clear catalysts that can justify significant earnings upside." As such, he recommended investors "reduce their risk." EBAY DOWNGRADED AFTER SCOTUS RULING: SunTrust analyst Youssef Squali downgraded eBay (EBAY) to Hold from Buy and lowered his price target to $40 from $48, citing the anticipated impact of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that forces collection of online sales tax on a state level and reverses the 1992 e-commerce precedent. Squali added that eBay's more positive developments around Payments, StubHub and buybacks can limit the downside on the stock. SQUARE DOWNGRADED TO 'HOLD' EQUIVALENT RATINGS BY TWO FIRMS: Jefferies analyst John Hecht downgraded Square (SQ) to Hold from Buy after assuming coverage of the name. The analyst said he sees "broadly positive fundamentals" for the company, but believes the shares are fairly valued at current levels. Oppenheimer analyst Glenn Greene downgraded Square to Perform from Outperform after assuming coverage of the name. While the analyst is optimistic that Square's "robust growth will persist," he estimated that greater than 30% and 55% of annual revenue and EBITDA growth are priced into the shares. As such, he sees "meaningful risk if growth moderates or execution falters." Square is down over 1% in midday trading.
News For WYNN;UAA;CMG;EBAY From the Last 2 Days
CMG
Apr 25, 2024 | 06:26 EDT
Wells Fargo raised the firm's price target on Chipotle to $3,300 from $3,285 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm says that Chipotle's Q1 impressed with +7% comps, +5.4% traffic and accelerating Q2 on tap. Throughput initiatives are resonating, the FY24 comp guide steps up and Wells' estimates grind higher.
CMG
Apr 25, 2024 | 06:25 EDT
Baird raised the firm's price target on Chipotle to $3,500 from $3,250 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The firm raised its estimates and target following Q1 results and still sees a favorable risk/reward on shares for investors with a 6-12 month horizon, as they believe premium valuation metrics can be supported by the company's strong near-term operating momentum.
CMG
Apr 24, 2024 | 18:48 EDT
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CMG
Apr 24, 2024 | 16:11 EDT
For 2024, management is anticipating the following: Full year comparable restaurant sales growth in the mid to high-single digit range; 285 to 315 new restaurant openings with over 80% having a Chipotlane. An estimated underlying effective full year tax rate between 25% and 27% before discrete items.
CMG
Apr 24, 2024 | 16:10 EDT
Reports Q1 revenue $2.7B, consensus $2.67B. Comparable restaurant sales increased 7.0%. "We had another outstanding quarter driven by our improvement in throughput and successful marketing initiatives, including Braised Beef Barbacoa and Chicken Al Pastor, which drove strong sales and transactions. The results we are seeing from our focus on developing exceptional people, preparing delicious food and fast throughput gives me confidence that we can achieve our long-term target of more than doubling our business in North America and expanding internationally," said Brian Niccol, Chairman and CEO, Chipotle.
CMG
Apr 24, 2024 | 15:05 EDT
Pre-earnings options volume in Chipotle is 1.5x normal with puts leading calls 9:7. Implied volatility suggests the market is anticipating a move near 5.3%, or $154.14, after results are released. Median move over the past eight quarters is 7.0%.
CMG
Apr 24, 2024 | 14:19 EDT
Notable companies reporting after the market close, with earnings consensus, include Meta Plataforms (META), consensus $4.32... IBM (IBM), consensus $1.60... ServiceNow (NOW), consensus $3.14... Lam Research (LRCX), consensus $7.30... Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), consensus $11.68... O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), consensus $9.26... Ford Motor (F), consensus 42c... United Rentals (URI), consensus $8.32... Align Technology (ALGN), consensus $1.97... Molina Healthcare (MOH), consensus $5.59... Teradyne (TER), consensus 33c... Universa Health Services (UHS), consensus $3.16... Western Union (WU), consensus 41c.