Stock market is edging higher today in the best weekly rally of equities worldwide since 2008. The Analyst Ratings changes in the Stock Market Today:
Upgrades
Analog Devices, Inc. (NYSE: ADI) was upgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. The analysts now have a $42.00 price target on the stock.
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALEX) was upgraded by analysts at KBW to an “outperform” rating. ALEX was also upgraded by analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating as well as analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods to an “outperform” rating.
Allstate (NYSE: ALL) was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating. The analysts now have a $31.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $29.00.
Anthera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANTH) was upgraded by analysts at Wedbush from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating. The analysts now have a $8.00 price target on the stock.
Amphenol Co. (NYSE: APH) was upgraded by analysts at Macquarie from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating.
Arqule Inc. (NASDAQ: ARQL) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating.
AuRico Gold (NYSE: AUQ) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Co. (NYSE: BAH) was upgraded by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating.
BlackRock Kelso (NASDAQ: BKCC) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) was upgraded by analysts at Morgan Keegan from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating. The analysts now have a $58.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $45.00.
Cameco Co. (NYSE: CCJ) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
China Medical Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: CMED) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating.
CenterState Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSFL) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Euroseas Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESEA) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
First Merchants Co. (NASDAQ: FRME) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
NYSE (NYSE: HFC) was upgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating.
Lowe’s (NYSE: LOW) was upgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating. The analysts now have a $28.00 price target on the stock.
Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) was upgraded by analysts at KeyBanc from an “underweight” rating to a “buy” rating. The analysts now have a $58.00 price target on the stock. LULU was also upgraded by analysts at Barclays Capital from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating.
Netlist, Inc. (NASDAQ: NLST) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating.
Old Second Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: OSBC) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OUTD) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating.
Western Digital (NYSE: WDC) was upgraded by analysts at ThinkEquity from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating.
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN) was upgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “underperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Western Refining, Inc. (NYSE: WNR) was upgraded by analysts at Credit Suisse from a “neutral” rating to a “neutral” rating. The analysts now have a $20.50 price target on the stock, down previously from $107.00.
Downgrades
Ameren Co. (NYSE: AEE) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating. The analysts now have a $32.00 price target on the stock.
Clarus Corp (DE) (NYSE: BDE) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Beacon Roofing Supply (NASDAQ: BECN) was downgraded by analysts at KeyBanc from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating. They noted that the move was a valuation call.
Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN) was downgraded by analysts at Ticonderoga from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Celestica (NYSE: CLS) was downgraded by analysts at Ticonderoga from a “neutral” rating to a “sell” rating. The analysts now have a $5.00 price target on the stock.
CIBC (NYSE: CM) was downgraded by analysts at UBS AG from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Cash America (NYSE: CSH) was downgraded by analysts at Sterne Agee from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Entravision Communication (NYSE: EVC) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating.
Exelixis, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXEL) was downgraded by analysts at Lazard Capital from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Flagstone Reinsurance Holdings SA (NYSE: FSR) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating.
Guess Inc (NYSE: GES) was downgraded by analysts at Citigroup from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. The analysts now have a $33.00 price target on the stock.
Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. (NASDAQ: GGAL) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
GeoMet, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMET) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating.
Marinemax Inc. (NYSE: HZO) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Internet Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICGE) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating.
InnerWorkings, Inc. (NASDAQ: INWK) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Kohlberg Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: KCAP) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Louisiana-Pacific Co. (NYSE: LPX) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating.
Level 3 (NASDAQ: LVLT) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Peoples Financial Corp (NASDAQ: PFBX) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating.
Power Integrations (NASDAQ: POWI) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to an “underperform” rating.
PPG (NYSE: PPG) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. The analysts now have a $97.00 price target on the stock.
Regal Beloit (NYSE: RBC) was downgraded by analysts at RBC Capital to a “neutral” rating. RBC was also downgraded by analysts at MKM Partners from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Radian Group Inc. (NYSE: RDN) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Rolls-Royce Group plc (NASDAQ: RYCEY) was downgraded by analysts at UBS AG from a “neutral” rating to a “sell” rating.
Southern Copper Corp (NASDAQ: SCCO) was downgraded by analysts at Bank of America from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Sirona Dental (NASDAQ: SIRO) was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs to a “buy” rating.
Tyco (NYSE: TEL) was downgraded by analysts at Macquarie from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Textainer Group Holdings Limited (NYSE: TGH) was downgraded by analysts at SunTrust from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating.
Threshold Pharma (NASDAQ: THLD) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Investment Research from an “outperform” rating to a “neutral” rating.
New Coverage
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAWW) is now covered by analysts at Maxim Group. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $51.00 price target on the stock.
Analog Devices, Inc. (NYSE: ADI) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Adcare Health System (NYSE: ADK) is now covered by analysts at Ladenburg Thalmann. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $7.50 price target on the stock.
American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. The analysts set an “outperform” rating on the stock.
Anthera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANTH) is now covered by analysts at Collins Stewart. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $13.00 price target on the stock.
Ariba, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARBA) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Amerigon Incorporated (NASDAQ: ARGN) is now covered by analysts at Needham & Company. The analysts set a “hold” rating on the stock.
Barnes & Noble Inc (NYSE: BKS) is now covered by analysts at Maxim Group. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock.
Brookfield Properties Co. (NYSE: BPO) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. The analysts set an “outperform” rating on the stock.
Crown Castle (NYSE: CCI) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. The analysts set an “outperform” rating on the stock.
Celldex Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ: CLDX) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $4.00 price target on the stock.
Cliffs Natural Resources Inc (NYSE: CLF) is now covered by analysts at Credit Suisse. The analysts set an “outperform” rating and a $90.00 price target on the stock.
Concur Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNQR) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Cornerstone OnDemand (NASDAQ: CSOD) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Community Health Systems (NYSE: CYH) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set a “market perform” rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock.
Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) is now covered by analysts at Auriga. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Discovery Laboratori (NASDAQ: DSCO) is now covered by analysts at Roth Capital. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Ecolab Inc. (NYSE: ECL) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Energizer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ENR) is now covered by analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Finish Line (NASDAQ: FINL) is now covered by analysts at Longbow Research. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Flotek Industries Inc (NYSE: FTK) is now covered by analysts at Global Hunter Securities. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $15.00 price target on the stock.
HCA Holdings Inc (NYSE: HCA) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set a “market perform” rating and a $27.00 price target on the stock.
Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) is now covered by analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Health Management Associates (NYSE: HMA) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set a “market perform” rating and a $9.00 price target on the stock.
Infosys Technologies Ltd (NASDAQ: INFY) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies. The analysts set a “hold” rating on the stock.
Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) is now covered by analysts at Lazard Capital. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $45.00 price target on the stock.
Kaman Corp (NASDAQ: KAMN) is now covered by analysts at Auriga. The analysts set a “hold” rating on the stock.
Linear Technology Co. (NASDAQ: LLTC) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Lifepoint Hospitals (NASDAQ: LPNT) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set a “market perform” rating and a $39.00 price target on the stock.
Limited Brands (NYSE: LTD) is now covered by analysts at Cowen. The analysts set an “outperform” rating on the stock.
Map Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: MAPP) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. The analysts set an “overweight” rating and a $23.00 price target on the stock.
Mitel Networks Corp. (NASDAQ: MITL) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. The analysts set a “hold” rating on the stock.
Maxim Integrated Products Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM) is now covered by analysts at MKM Partners. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
NetSuite Inc. (NYSE: N) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Navios Maritime Holdings Inc. (NYSE: NM) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. The analysts set an “overweight” rating on the stock.
Navios Maritime Acquisition (NYSE: NNA) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Enpro Industries Incorporated (NYSE: NPO) is now covered by analysts at KeyBanc. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $42.00 price target on the stock.
Higher One Holdings, Inc (NYSE: ONE) is now covered by analysts at SunTrust. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Deltek Inc. (NASDAQ: PROJ) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. The analysts set an “outperform” rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock.
Patni Computer Systems Ltd (NYSE: PTI) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies. The analysts set an “underperform” rating on the stock.
Rogers Co. (NYSE: ROG) is now covered by analysts at Rodman & Renshaw. The analysts set an “outperform” rating and a $55.00 price target on the stock.
Retalix Ltd (NASDAQ: RTLX) is now covered by analysts at JMP Securities. The analysts set an “outperform” rating and a $18.00 price target on the stock.
SBA Communications Corp (NASDAQ: SBAC) is now covered by analysts at Macquarie. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
SuccessFactors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFSF) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Steven Madden, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SHOO) is now covered by analysts at Canaccord Genuity. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $47.00 price target on the stock.
Sun Life Financial Inc. (NYSE: SLF) is now covered by analysts at Morgan Stanley. The analysts set an “equal weight” rating on the stock.
Tenet Healthcare Co. (NYSE: THC) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set a “market perform” rating and a $5.00 price target on the stock.
Taleo Corp (NASDAQ: TLEO) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Teekay Tankers Ltd. (NYSE: TNK) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Teekay Offshore Part (NYSE: TOO) is now covered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.. The analysts set a “neutral” rating on the stock.
Universal Health Services (NYSE: UHS) is now covered by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. The analysts set an “outperform” rating and a $47.00 price target on the stock.
The Ultimate Software Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULTI) is now covered by analysts at Goldman Sachs. The analysts set a “sell” rating on the stock.
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ: URBN) is now covered by analysts at Wells Fargo & Co.. The analysts set a “market perform” rating on the stock.
UTi Worldwide Inc. (NASDAQ: UTIW) is now covered by analysts at Lazard Capital. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $19.00 price target on the stock.
Vision-Sciences Inc. (NASDAQ: VSCI) is now covered by analysts at Caris & Co.. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT) is now covered by analysts at Jefferies. The analysts set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Xylem (NYSE: XYL) is now covered by analysts at KeyBanc. The analysts set a “buy” rating and a $28.00 price target on the stock.
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