I reiterate a buy rating on Target despite recent operational missteps and disappointing earnings, seeing it as undervalued with a compelling valuation gap compared to Walmart. Target's Q3 earnings report was dismal, with significant misses on both top and bottom lines, leading to a 21% stock plunge and highlighting execution challenges. Key risks include ongoing execution issues, competition from Walmart, online retail threats, and weak Target Circle 360 numbers, but I expect better inventory management and sales rebounds in 2025.
While Target faces challenges, ANF, DECK, SFM and URBN offer stronger growth potential with solid financials, innovation and a clear path to long-term success.
On Monday, First Trust Advisors expanded its suite of Target Outcome ETFs with the launch of the FT Vest U.S. Equity Equal Weight Buffer ETF – December (RSDE). RSDE's goal is to provide investors with access to the returns from the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP), up to a cap.
As consumers focus on managing household budgets and seeking value, Target faces softening demand in discretionary categories.
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Target (TGT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
The company can grow its revenue by 25% per year for the next three to four years, Raymond James says.
Tech stocks, including Cisco, are poised for a strong 2024, with Cisco showing robust growth in Cloud/AI and Security segments. Cisco's Q1 results beat expectations with strong EPS and revenue, and product orders rising 20% year-on-year. I maintain a buy rating on CSCO stock, raising the price target to $68 due to improved earnings outlook and undervaluation compared to the tech sector.
Keros Therapeutics' stock plummeted due to safety concerns in its Phase 2 TROPOS trial, but the risk-reward profile remains favorable for a rebound. The stock's enterprise value dropped drastically, now trading at essentially cash value, bolstered by a $200 million upfront payment from Takeda. Despite a high burn rate, Keros' cash runway extends into Q4 2028, with potential milestone payments from Takeda offering significant upside.
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