Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) stock is soaring in pre-market trading, jumping 5.41% following a significant upgrade from Texas Capital. The industrial construction company's shares are reacting positively to the change in analyst sentiment, signaling increased investor confidence.
Texas Capital has raised its rating on Sterling Infrastructure from Hold to Buy, demonstrating a more bullish outlook on the company's prospects. Additionally, the financial services firm has substantially increased its price target for STRL from $348 to $450, suggesting considerable upside potential for the stock.
The upgrade comes on the heels of Sterling Infrastructure's strong third-quarter performance, with the company reporting results that beat market expectations. This combination of better-than-anticipated earnings and the subsequent analyst upgrade appears to be driving the significant pre-market rally in STRL shares.
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