Stock Track | Fluor Plummets 5.01% as UBS Slashes Price Target to $52

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Shares of Fluor (FLR) plummeted 5.01% during Thursday's intraday trading session following a significant price target cut by UBS. The engineering and construction company's stock came under pressure after UBS analyst Steven Fisher lowered the firm's price target on Fluor to $52 from $56.

The price target reduction, representing a $4 decrease, appears to have sparked concerns among investors about Fluor's near-term growth prospects. While the specific reasons behind the target cut were not immediately clear, such actions by major financial institutions often reflect a reassessment of a company's future earnings potential or changes in industry dynamics.

Despite the lower price target, it's worth noting that UBS maintained its Buy rating on Fluor shares. This suggests that while the firm has moderated its expectations for the stock's upside, it still sees potential value in the company. However, the market's sharp negative reaction indicates that investors may be focusing more on the reduced target price rather than the maintained positive outlook.

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