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Alta Equipment shares price target slashed, retains buy rating

EditorAhmed Abdulazez Abdulkadir
Published 05/21/2024, 10:05 AM
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On Tuesday, Alta Equipment Group (NYSE:ALTG) experienced a revision in its stock price target, which was lowered to $20.00 from the previous $22.00, though the Buy rating was reaffirmed. The adjustment comes in response to the company's first-quarter performance in 2024, which did not meet expectations, leading to a revised adjusted EBITDA forecast for 2024 and 2025.

The company's recent financial results revealed a challenging start to the year, particularly for its Ecoverse and Peak divisions, alongside some higher spending in the first quarter. Despite these setbacks, several key performance indicators for Alta Equipment Group are showing positive signs, suggesting a typical seasonal uptick in business activity. Additionally, the year-over-year comparisons are expected to improve for the mentioned divisions.

DA Davidson, the firm behind the revised price target, noted that the product support revenue and margins for Alta Equipment Group remain robust. This aspect of the business continues to contribute positively to the company's financial health.

The analyst from DA Davidson also highlighted that while the first quarter presented some difficulties, the balance sheet leverage for Alta Equipment Group is still within manageable levels. This suggests that the company has a reasonable amount of debt in relation to its equity, which does not pose an immediate concern for its financial stability.

In conclusion, the reduction in the price target to $20 reflects a more cautious outlook for Alta Equipment Group's adjusted EBITDA in the near term. However, the firm's Buy rating indicates a continued positive view on the stock's potential performance.

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