Brian McGill and Michael Hyser operate as Johns Creek Financial along with support-staff members Stacie Alexander and Alexis Griffin, according to the announcement. The team joined LPL's core platform, affiliating with the firm in a 1099 relationship and using a shared Form ADV.

BMO Capital Markets forecasts the S&P 500 will reach 6,700, reflecting a gain of 13.2%. Chief investment strategist Brian Belski said he and his team "remain resolutely bullish," but expect "performance and fundamentals will more closely match the historical norms -- namely, in the high-single digit/low-double-digit percentage range in 2025."

UBS updated its outlook for U.S. midcap banks, revising earnings estimates and highlighting key performers in the sector. Analysts noted that since the start of bank earnings announcements last week,

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RBC Capital analyst Arun Viswanathan maintained a Hold rating on Pactiv Evergreen (PTVE – Research Report) yesterday and set a price target of

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In a report released today, Gavin Parsons from UBS maintained a Hold rating on Boeing (BA – Research Report), with a price target of $208.00.

Exelixis Inc (EXEL) stock saw a modest uptick, ending the day at $34.13 which represents a slight increase of $1.25 or 3.80% from the prior close of $32.88. The stock opened at $33 and touched a low of $32.

UBS initiated coverage on Penumbra (NYSE:PEN), a medical technology company, with a Buy rating and a price target of $305.00. Trading at $263.69 and with a market capitalization of $10.12 billion, the stock is currently near its 52-week high of $277.

With a trading volume of 5,249,687, the price of ABT is down by -0.19%, reaching $122.98. Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought. Next earnings report is scheduled for 82 days from now.

In a report released today, Myles Allsop from UBS maintained a Hold rating on Rio Tinto (RIO – Research Report), with a price target of £52.50.

In conclusion, Discover Financial Services (NYSE:DFS) appears to be in a strong position as it navigates improving credit trends and prepares for its merger with Capital One . While challenges such as decelerating loan growth and merger execution risks exist,