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Wright Investors Service Inc. Reduced Merck Stake, Chemung Canal Trust Co. Increased Merck Holdings

UPS Announces 48,000 Layoffs, Largest Restructuring in a Century

FedEx Plans to Spin Off Freight Business

FedEx Subsidiary Enters into Revolving Credit and Term Loan Facilities

US Bank Raises Merck Target Price to $124

Country Trust Bank reduces holdings in ConocoPhillips

SLB to release FY2025 Q4 earnings report on January 23, 2026 Pre-Market EST, forecast revenue USD 9.543 B, EPS USD 0.7476

ConocoPhillips Experiences Significant Call Option Activity Recently

FedEx Expands Electric Fleet in Japan

Archer and SLB Secure Equinor's Gulf of Mexico Titan Platform Decommissioning and Abandonment Contract

Piper Sandler Downgrades PayPal Target Price to $74

SLB Completes Acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technologies

Obermeyer Wealth Partners Increased Holdings of UPS in Q3

SLB NV Negotiates Expanding Venezuelan Oil Business

Bernstein analyst maintains Merck stock hold rating

ConocoPhillips Completes First Drilling Phase in Otway Basin, Showcases Promising Gas Indications

Evercore ISI Upgrades SLB Rating to Outperform

BNP Paribas Exane Downgrades FedEx Rating and Target Price

Deutsche Bank Expands Partnership with PayPal to Launch Payment Solutions

Nordea Investment Management AB Increased Stake in PayPal

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UPS Announces 48,000 Job Cuts in Its Largest Shakeup in Over a Century

UPS announces 48,000 job cuts in its largest shakeup in over a century

SLB has completed its acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technology, enhancing its portfolio with wireless reservoir surveillance and tracer solutions. This integration aims to provide faster and more precise production insights, improving operational efficiency and well performance monitoring in both traditional and emerging energy sectors.

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SLB Completes Acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technology

JERA is set to achieve 20% ammonia co-firing at its Hekinan coal power plant by fiscal year 2029, marking a significant step in reducing carbon emissions. The project, in partnership with CF Industries and Mitsui, includes the construction of ammonia storage tanks and aims to import ammonia from a new U.S. facility. Despite challenges in the energy transition, JERA remains committed to decarbonization, with plans to extend ammonia co-firing technology to other units and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

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JERA on track for 20% ammonia co-firing at Hekinan coal power plant in FY29

JPMorgan Chase & Co. has raised its price target for United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) from $97.00 to $99.00, maintaining a "neutral" rating. This indicates a potential downside of 8.76% from the previous close. Other analysts have also adjusted their ratings, with Bank of America upgrading UPS to "neutral" with a $114.00 target, while Citigroup increased its target to $126.00 with a "buy" rating. UPS shares traded up 0.4% to $108.51, with a consensus rating of "Hold" and a target price of $111.88.

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JPMorgan Chase & Co. Issues Positive Forecast for United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) Stock Price

Godsey & Gibb Inc. increased its stake in United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) by 11.9% in Q3, owning 180,761 shares valued at $15.1 million. Other hedge funds also raised their positions. Analysts have set new price targets for UPS, with JPMorgan raising it to $97 and Sanford C. Bernstein to $125, reflecting positive sentiment. The consensus rating for UPS is 'Hold' with a target price of $111.82. Recent earnings showed improved margins, contributing to analyst optimism about profitability.

United Parcel Service, Inc. $UPS Shares Purchased by Godsey & Gibb Inc.

FedEx Corporation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC) to enhance India's gems and jewellery export ecosystem. The agreement will provide GJEPC members with tailored international shipping solutions, including logistics services, customs clearance, and shipment visibility. The partnership aims to improve access to international markets for Indian exporters and support sustainable export growth through knowledge-sharing initiatives.

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FedEx Signs MoU with GJEPC to Enhance India’s Gems and Jewellery Exports

CF Industries Holdings Inc. has formed a joint venture named Blue Point Number One, LLC, with JERA Co., Inc. and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. The venture will focus on low-carbon ammonia construction, production, and offtake. CF Industries owns 40% of the venture, while JERA and Mitsui hold 35% and 25%, respectively. An option for JERA to reduce its stake below 35% has expired.

CF Industries Forms Low-Carbon Ammonia Joint Venture with JERA and Mitsui

FedEx Poised for 'Material' Earnings Upside, UPS Could Rebound From 2025 Headwinds, BofA Says in Upgrades

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FedEx Poised for 'Material' Earnings Upside, UPS Could Rebound From 2025 Headwinds, BofA Says in Upgrades

BofA has upgraded FedEx (FDX) to "buy" from "neutral" with a price target of $365, citing successful cost-reduction initiatives and the spin-out of FedEx Freight as a value unlock. FedEx shares rose about 1% to $311.5. UPS (UPS) was upgraded to "neutral" from "underperform" with a price target of $114, as the company implemented significant cost-cutting measures. UPS shares also increased by 1% to $108.1.

BUZZ-BofA lifts FedEx and UPS rating; shares rise

CX Institutional increased its stake in United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) by 19.1% in Q3, owning 71,657 shares valued at approximately $5.99 million. Other institutional investors also significantly increased their holdings in UPS. Analysts have raised price targets for UPS, with a consensus rating of "Hold" and a target price of $110.19. UPS reported earnings of $1.74 per share, exceeding estimates, with revenue of $21.42 billion, though down 3.7% year-over-year. The stock opened at $105.41, with a market cap of $89.43 billion.

CX Institutional Has $5.99 Million Position in United Parcel Service, Inc. $UPS

UBS Group has raised its price target for United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) from $113.00 to $116.00, maintaining a "buy" rating. This suggests a potential upside of 10.14% from the previous close. Other analysts have varied opinions, with ratings ranging from "strong buy" to "sell." UPS stock recently traded at $105.32, with a market cap of $89.35 billion and a P/E ratio of 16.28. The company reported earnings of $1.74 per share, exceeding estimates, despite a 3.7% revenue decline year-over-year.

United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) Given New $116.00 Price Target at UBS Group

Shares of U.S. oilfield services companies rose in premarket trading following Energy Secretary Chris Wright's announcement of the U.S. government's intention to resume Venezuelan oil flows. Brent crude futures increased by 0.1% to $60.77 per barrel. Wright indicated discussions with U.S. oil companies to facilitate their entry into Venezuela. President Trump confirmed a deal for the U.S. to import up to $2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude, following the ousting of President Maduro. Halliburton, SLB, and Baker Hughes saw respective gains of 1.6%, 1.1%, and 1.2%.

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BUZZ-US oilfield services companies gain as Wright announces Washington's intention to resume Venezuelan oil flows

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This week’s deep-value stock analysis highlights a concentration of extreme value in cash-rich Financials and select Industrials and Cyclicals. Synchrony Financial leads with a high free cash flow yield, while CF Industries and PulteGroup show strong cash generation despite market pessimism. Additionally, HP Inc. and Comcast are emerging as undervalued in the tech sector. The market continues to discount these companies based on macro uncertainties rather than their solid fundamentals, presenting opportunities for value investors as cash flows remain strong.

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This Week’s Deep-Value Stocks: Financials And Cyclicals Dominate The Screen

UPS has an exciting long-term growth strategy, but its near-term capital allocation strategy is questionable.

UPS vs. FedEx: The better long-term play?

UPS is a strong candidate for further improvements in revenue and profit margins as it aggressively cuts costs.

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UPS announces 48,000 job cuts in its largest shakeup in over a century

SLB Completes Acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technology

JERA on track for 20% ammonia co-firing at Hekinan coal power plant in FY29

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Issues Positive Forecast for United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) Stock Price

United Parcel Service, Inc. $UPS Shares Purchased by Godsey & Gibb Inc.