PCG PG&E captured an upgrade today lifting consensus ratings. The $45B California utility shifted from hold to buy territory. Target prices held at $22.60 as the stock grabbed defensive rotation interest.
CNP CenterPoint Energy absorbed a fresh upgrade with target prices rising to $44.94 from $44.50. The Houston-based utility saw buy ratings increase showing renewed conviction in regulated plays. Defensive positioning accelerated amid energy market chaos.
DRI Darden Restaurants consensus target jumped to $225.82 from $225.46. The $26B casual dining operator held strong analyst backing with 19 buy ratings versus 11 holds.
OKE ONEOK target prices climbed to $90.65 from $90.40 as the $56B midstream operator benefited from oil volatility. The energy infrastructure name held 11 hold ratings showing cautious optimism.
ADP Automatic Data Processing saw targets slip to $271.40 from $271.87 representing minor analyst skepticism. CTSH Cognizant faced target cuts to $87.86 from $88.10 as IT services firms battled margin pressure.
DASH DoorDash absorbed multiple analyst changes with targets unchanged at $258. The delivery giant held 35 buy ratings versus 10 holds demonstrating sustained backing despite valuation concerns.
Utilities dominated upgrade activity as investors fled to regulated revenue streams.
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