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AdvanSix (NYSE:ASIX) Earns Hold Rating from Analysts at Truist Financial

Truist Financial has initiated coverage on AdvanSix (NYSE:ASIX), assigning a "hold" rating with a price target of $19.00, indicating a potential upside of 3.18%. The stock currently has a consensus rating of "Hold" and a target price of $28.67. AdvanSix reported a quarterly EPS of $0.08, missing estimates, with revenue of $374.47 million. Institutional investors hold 86.39% of the stock. AdvanSix specializes in nylon 6 intermediates and related products, having spun off from Honeywell in 2016.

The Strange Market Reaction To The Santa Rally Ending

The Santa Claus Rally, a seasonal trend where the S&P 500 typically rises during the last days of December and early January, ended negatively this year, with a decline of 0.11%. In contrast, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.1%. Historically, negative Santa periods have led to varied outcomes, with 12 of 17 instances since 1950 finishing higher. This year's market behavior suggests subtle shifts in risk and volatility, emphasizing the importance of ongoing data analysis over past narratives.

BofA keeps buy on Westlake (WLK) but warns of another year of commodity oversupply

BofA maintains a Buy rating on Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) but has slightly reduced its price target from $83 to $82. The company is recognized as one of the 14 Best Mid Cap Dividend Aristocrat Stocks to Buy Now. Analyst Matthew DeYoe noted that the adjustment is part of a broader review by BofA, while also warning of potential commodity oversupply in the coming year.

Loop Industries (NASDAQ:LOOP) Announces Quarterly Earnings Results

Loop Industries (NASDAQ:LOOP) reported quarterly earnings of ($0.06) per share, surpassing the consensus estimate of ($0.07) by $0.01. The company's stock traded at $1.17, with a market cap of $56.21 million. Institutional investors hold 4.89% of the stock, with notable recent acquisitions by hedge funds. Loop Industries specializes in sustainable plastics, utilizing a proprietary process to recycle PET plastic into virgin-quality resin. Analysts currently rate the stock as a Hold, suggesting there may be better investment opportunities available.

Loop Industries | 8-K: FY2026 Q3 Revenue Misses Estimate at USD 86 K