Before Friday’s opening bell, a number of big name dividend stocks were the subject of analyst moves. Below, we highlight the most important analyst commentary for investors.
Credit Suisse Raises Price Target on Exxon Mobil
Credit Suisse has raised its price target on Exxon Mobil (XOM ) to $86 as the company has cut capital spending. XOM has a dividend yield of 3.34%.
JP Morgan Lowers Price Target on Alcoa
JP Morgan has lowered estimates on Alcoa (AA ) due to lower aluminum prices. The firm has also cut its price target on AA to $15. AA has a dividend yield of 3.34%.
Mixed Views on Expedia
Expedia (EXPE) has been boosted to “Outperform” at RBC Capital as the company is seeing improved growth.
Credit Suisse has lowered its price target on EXPE to $104 as the company is lowering prices prices to gain market share. EXPE has a dividend yield of 0.76%.
Mosaic Upgraded to “Outperform”
Mosaic (MOS ) has been upgraded from “Sector Perform” to “Outperform” at RBC Capital. According to analysts, MOS is valued at an attractive level and turning around its business. MOS has a dividend yield of 2.27%.
