New Stock Research Reports For Merck, 3M And United Technologies
Zacks Investment Research | May 25, 2017 02:28AM ET
Thursday May 25, 2017
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK), 3M Co (MMM) and United Technologies Corporation (NYSE:UTX). You can see >>>
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The Zacks analyst thinks that the increased production capacity in many emerging markets will boost its sales, but higher costs are headwinds.
The Zacks analyst believes that Energy Transfer's merger with Sunoco will result in annual costs savings. But its failure to meet financial obligations is a concern.
Per the analyst, PVH Corp.'s solid first quarter show despite a tough industry landscape was backed by solid momentum across its premium brands.
Per the Zacks analyst, Moody's should benefit from diversified revenue sources, dominant market position and synergies from strategic acquisitions.
The Zacks analyst believes Exelon's ongoing investments to strengthen operation will drive performance of the company, but debt levels are a concern.
Per the Zacks analyst, Henry Schein is well positioned to gain consistently from its extensive global foothold and diverse channel mix. Also, several recent strategic tie ups are expected to add value.
Per the Zacks analyst, demand for Masco's repair & remodel activity will increase as the housing market improves, thereby driving revenues. Introduction of products should drive sales further.
The Zacks analyst thinks that the increased production capacity in many emerging markets will boost its sales, but higher costs are headwinds.
The Zacks analyst believes that Energy Transfer's merger with Sunoco will result in annual costs savings. But its failure to meet financial obligations is a concern.
Per the analyst, PVH Corp.'s solid first quarter show despite a tough industry landscape was backed by solid momentum across its premium brands.
Per the Zacks analyst, Moody's should benefit from diversified revenue sources, dominant market position and synergies from strategic acquisitions.
The Zacks analyst believes Exelon's ongoing investments to strengthen operation will drive performance of the company, but debt levels are a concern.
Per the Zacks analyst, Henry Schein is well positioned to gain consistently from its extensive global foothold and diverse channel mix. Also, several recent strategic tie ups are expected to add value.
Per the Zacks analyst, demand for Masco's repair & remodel activity will increase as the housing market improves, thereby driving revenues. Introduction of products should drive sales further.
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Per the Zacks analyst, Raytheon's rising Foreign Military Sales (FMS), support top-line in case of any drop in domestic sales. Gulf countries and Asia-Pacific demand boosted its FMS by 14% y-o-y.
The Zacks analyst believes Sherwin-Williams' planned Valspar buy will make it a leading global paints and coatings provider by leveraging complementary offerings, strong brands and technologies.
Per the Zacks analyst, Humana's consistent revenue growth and margin expansion is driven by strong medicare business. Also, solid cash position backs several inorganic initiatives fueling growth.
Per the Zacks analyst, Raytheon's rising Foreign Military Sales (FMS), support top-line in case of any drop in domestic sales. Gulf countries and Asia-Pacific demand boosted its FMS by 14% y-o-y.
The Zacks analyst believes Sherwin-Williams' planned Valspar buy will make it a leading global paints and coatings provider by leveraging complementary offerings, strong brands and technologies.
Per the Zacks analyst, Humana's consistent revenue growth and margin expansion is driven by strong medicare business. Also, solid cash position backs several inorganic initiatives fueling growth.
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Per the Zacks analyst, Dollar General's shares have been hit hard lately due to price deflation and the reduction in SNAP benefits that are weighing on comparable-store sales performance.
The Zacks analyst believes that increasing fluctuations in foreign currency rates will continue to hurt Fortive. Also, end market cyclicality and integration issues remain concerns.
Per the Zacks analyst, Ulta Beauty reels under limited global brand awareness and challenges related to changing consumer preference. However, the company's effective marketing strategy bodes well.
Per the Zacks analyst, Dollar General's shares have been hit hard lately due to price deflation and the reduction in SNAP benefits that are weighing on comparable-store sales performance.
The Zacks analyst believes that increasing fluctuations in foreign currency rates will continue to hurt Fortive. Also, end market cyclicality and integration issues remain concerns.
Per the Zacks analyst, Ulta Beauty reels under limited global brand awareness and challenges related to changing consumer preference. However, the company's effective marketing strategy bodes well.
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