Uber, Meta, IBM, TNR Gold, Super Micro, Microsoft: What brokers said this week

Wedbush Securities has initiated coverage on Voyager Technologies (NYSE:VOYG) with an ‘Outperform’ rating and a $46 price target, citing the company’s positioning across defense, space, and space station markets.

Shares of Voyager traded up 7.9% at about $37 in the early afternoon on Friday.

Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC, XETRA:INL) shares tumbled more than 14% Friday morning following the company’s latest earnings report, as analysts expressed concern over ongoing supply constraints, margin pressure, and a slow path to meaningful profitability.

Jefferies reiterated a Hold rating with a $45 price target, highlighting “soft guidance on supply constraints and further margin struggles.” While December results showed revenue slightly above expectations at $13.7 billion, driven by strong data center AI (DCAI) demand and traditional server sales, the firm said the company’s outlook remains challenged.

Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER, XETRA:UT8) faces growing long-term risks from the accelerating rollout of autonomous vehicle services, according to a research note from Wedbush analysts.

The analysts pointed to recent moves by Waymo and Tesla as reinforcing competitive pressures on traditional ride-hailing platforms. Waymo recently announced that it will begin public operations of fully autonomous rides in Miami, alongside the company’s expectation to surpass 20 million paid rides by the end of 2025 and lay the groundwork for operations in more than 20 additional cities.

Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META, XETRA:FB2A, SIX:FB) shares offer an attractive risk-reward following a recent pullback, according to Jefferies analysts, who reiterated their ‘Buy’ rating and $910 price target on the stock.

The stock traded hands at $612 at the analysts’ time of writing, down about 18% since its last earnings report.  

International Business Machines Corp (NYSE:IBM) is positioned for a potential reacceleration in software growth and upward estimate revisions in 2026, according to Jefferies analysts.

In a note ahead of IBM’s earnings report, due on January 28, the firm reiterated a ‘Buy’ rating on the stock. “We are bullish on IBM's ability to deliver upward estimate revisions and accelerating software growth in calendar year 2026,” the analysts wrote.

Super Micro Computer Inc (NASDAQ:SMCI) could see revenue gains from strong demand for AI servers and racks, but margins are likely to remain under pressure, according to a Bank of America analyst note on Thursday.

The investment bank maintained an Underperform rating on the stock, with a price target of $34, slightly above Wednesday’s close of $32.24.

Haleon PLC (LSE:HLN, NYSE:HLN) shares dropped slightly after Deutsche Bank reiterated its 'sell' rating on the maker of Sensodyne and Panadol, warning of changes in consumer trends that may show up in next month's results.

The bank's analysts trimmed their target price from 340p to 335p, well below the last close of 377.2p, saying the shares fail to reflect mounting risks from changing sales channels and weakening consumer trends.

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) has cleared a key commercial hurdle in the development of its solid-state battery technology, completing customer qualification for its Stereax platform and preparing to begin manufacturing at its UK facility.

Cavendish Securities said the update demonstrated continued operational progress and maintained its 48p target price on the shares.

Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX, XETRA:NFC)'s fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results drew a generally positive response from analysts at Wedbush and UBS, who pointed to solid execution and accelerating advertising momentum, tempered by softer near-term guidance and higher investment levels.

Following the report, shares of Netflix traded down 2.3% at about $85 on Wednesday afternoon.

Conversations at the World Economic Forum this week are dominated by the accelerating artificial intelligence revolution, even as geopolitical tensions over tariffs and US-EU relations hover in the background, according to Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives.

After meeting with technology executives from around the world in Davos, Ives said discussions have centered overwhelmingly on AI investment, adoption and monetization, with political issues such as US tariffs and tensions surrounding Greenland ownership featuring only secondarily.

Jefferies analysts said the continued commercial momentum of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ)'s Spravato (esketamine nasal spray) could provide a meaningful tailwind for the broader psychedelics sector, with AtaiBeckley NV (NASDAQ:ATAI, XETRA:9VC) a direct beneficiary.

As reported by J&J on Wednesday, Spravato’s fourth quarter 2025 sales in treatment-resistant depression (TRD) rose 10% sequentially to $503 million worldwide.

G Mining Ventures Corp (TSX:GMIN, OTCQX:GMINF, FRA:W97) is expected to maintain strong margins and growth potential over the next two years, according to a Jefferies analyst note, despite higher projected costs for 2026.

Jefferies maintained a Buy rating on GMIN with a C$54 price target, implying 25% upside from current levels.

Kraft Heinz Co (NASDAQ:KHC, XETRA:KHNZ) shares fell more than 4% after Berkshire Hathaway, the company’s largest shareholder, filed paperwork indicating it could sell its entire stake.

The filing, submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on January 20, showed Berkshire, now led by CEO Greg Abel, holds about 27.5% of Kraft Heinz, roughly 325 million shares.

Night Nurse maker Haleon PLC (LSE:HLN, NYSE:HLN) is expected to report a solid finish to 2025 next month, with investors watching closely for signs of margin improvement despite a weaker cold and flu season in key markets.

But analysts at UBS forecast fourth-quarter organic sales growth of 3.1%, slightly below consensus estimates of 3.7%, after a delayed start to the cough and cold season in Europe and North America.

TNR Gold Corp (TSX-V:TNR, FRA:TNW, OTC:TRRXF) is on the cusp of becoming a revenue-generating royalty company, according to a new report from Fundamental Research, with analysts citing rising lithium and copper prices as key drivers for near-term earnings.

The company, which focuses on royalties from projects operated by other mining firms, has seen its shares surge 240% year-over-year, significantly outperforming the BetaShares mining royalty ETF, up just 17% over the same period.

Deutsche Bank has reiterated its ‘buy’ rating on Creo Medical Group PLC (AIM:CREO, FRA:1RC, OTC:CMEOF), following a trading update that confirmed 50% revenue growth for the year just gone, in line with expectations.

The medtech firm’s shares closed at 11.63p, with Deutsche maintaining a price target of 40p.

Shares in KEFI Gold and Copper PLC (AIM:KEFI, OTC:KFFLF, FRA:KMSA) rose 8% to 1.48p on Wednesday after the company confirmed continued progress toward finalising the full $340 million funding package for its Tulu Kapi gold project in Ethiopia.

The company update was supported by a research note from SP Angel, which reiterated a 'buy' recommendation with a 4.9p price target.

Sintana Energy Inc's (TSX-V:SEI, OTCQB:SEUSF, FRA:3ZX1, AIM:SEI) move to secure an option on Namibia’s PEL37 licence marks a calculated extension of its exposure to one of the world’s most closely watched offshore exploration frontiers.

The deal, outlined in a Letter of Intent, gives Sintana a three-month exclusivity period to conduct due diligence on Paragon Oil and Gas and the shallow-water block, with a modest financial commitment: $1 million, only a third of which is non-refundable if the company walks away.

Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) shares rose 2% to 37.2p on Wednesday, taking their gain to 77% over the past year, after the company confirmed its transition into commercial production with a first order from US partner Cirtec Medical.

The deal covers the supply of electrodes, the key conductive components in Ilika’s miniature Stereax solid-state batteries, and follows two years of development work.

Logitech International SA (USA) (NASDAQ:LOGI) is expected to deliver a solid fiscal third quarter that underscores its core strengths and profitable growth trajectory, according to Wedbush analysts.

For the fiscal third quarter, Wedbush forecasts revenue of $1.415 billion, up 6% year-over-year, compared with consensus expectations of $1.402 billion and company guidance of $1.375 billion to $1.415 billion.

UBS analysts are still bullish on Twilio Inc (NYSE:TWLO), citing growing evidence from customer checks that the communications software company is emerging as a key infrastructure layer for enterprise artificial intelligence deployments.

In a note, UBS said more than 10 recent customer checks suggest a rising number of companies are evaluating or deploying Twilio to support AI-driven customer support and sales workflows, reinforcing the view that the company’s AI opportunity is “real and building,” even if still in its early stages.

UBS analysts believe early January data points suggest Boeing Co (NYSE:BA, XETRA:BCO)’s 787 production momentum has strengthened following a typical year-end slowdown, supported by an uptick in Dreamlifter cargo flights and early delivery activity.

The analysts wrote that Dreamlifter flights, which transport major 787 structural components and have historically shown a close correlation with production rates, increased 69% year over year over the 30-day period ending January 9. Based on that activity, UBS estimates an implied 787 production rate of about 5.4 aircraft per month.

Seagate Technology Holdings PLC (NASDAQ:STX) is expected to report robust results for its second fiscal quarter, driven by continued strength in data center demand and seasonal improvements in its consumer and VIA segments, according to Bank of America.

In a note to clients, the bank reiterated its Buy rating on Seagate shares and raised its price target to $400 from $320, citing stronger visibility into revenue and margin growth. Seagate shares were last at $326.23.

Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC, XETRA:INL) is expected to report better-than-expected fourth quarter earnings, driven by steady PC demand for much of the quarter and robust server requirements, according to Wedbush analysts. 

The firm also noted that management’s margin guidance appears “seemingly conservative,” potentially leaving room for upside surprises.

UBS has upgraded its 2026 benchmark price forecast for premium low vol coking coal by 17% to $235 per tonne, citing ongoing supply disruptions and strong demand from India.

Spot prices for steelmaking coal have increased by over 15% since early December to above $230/t, their highest in 12 months, driven by wet weather and operational issues in Australia and Canada.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (NYSE:RCL) is set to report its Q4 earnings this month, with Jefferies updating its forecasts ahead of the release to reflect a modestly above-consensus view for the quarter, while lowering their expectations for the first half of 2026.

The analysts wrote that the changes reflect pricing and cost dynamics observed in recent channel checks, particularly in the Caribbean market.

Procter & Gamble Co (NYSE:PG, XETRA:PRG) (P&G) is expected to post a softer fiscal second quarter, according to UBS analysts, who see a more constructive setup later in the year as industry conditions improve.

UBS projects earnings per share (EPS) of $1.84, $0.03 below the Wall Street consensus. 

VF Corp (NYSE:VFC, XETRA:VFP)’s third quarter earnings report is expected to be largely in line with market expectations, with UBS analysts believing that the results are unlikely to prompt major revisions to the company’s valuation or sell-side forecasts.

UBS projects the Vans and Timberland maker to report Q3 earnings per share (EPS) of $0.44, compared with the Street estimate of $0.45, and says its checks indicate the company’s sales growth trend was in line with Street estimates.

UBS analysts say Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:SPOT)’s latest price increase is a sign the company is on track for stronger revenue growth and margin expansion in 2026, and that the move could lift near-term earnings expectations.

Spotify announced last week it is raising the cost of its Premium plan from $11.99 to $12.99 per month in the US, Estonia and Latvia.

Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX, XETRA:NFC) shares head into this week's earnings report under pressure after a weaker-than-expected third quarter and softer fourth quarter guidance, Wedbush analysts believe, noting that investors will be focused on whether advertising momentum and subscriber trends can reaccelerate growth.

The analysts believe that the recent share price decline reflects both execution questions and lingering uncertainty tied to a pending Warner Bros transaction. “Shares have been in decline since Netflix reported underwhelming Q3 results and Q4 guidance, after several quarters of phenomenal results, amid the overhang from the contentious pending WB acquisition,” the analysts wrote.

A potential extra £3.8 billion of product sales of sporting goods could be driven by the FIFA World Cup in America this year, according to analysts at Citi. 

The potential market for global World Cup-related sales around the globe are expected to include different nations' team kits (or "jerseys", as they call them at the US bank), balls and other "culturally relevant products".

Hochschild Mining PLC (LSE:HOC, OTCQX:HCHDF, FRA:H3M) has been downgraded to 'neutral' from 'overweight' by JPMorgan, which has also placed the stock on 'negative catalyst watch' as it urges investors to become more selective across European gold miners ahead of the fourth-quarter reporting season.

In a sector note, JPMorgan said it remains broadly bullish on gold equities but sees “some room for stock-specific downside risks” as results approach, including creeping cost inflation and the prospect of higher government royalties in countries such as Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.

Cavendish has reaiterated its 'buy' on shares in Allergy Therapeutics PLC (AIM:AGY, OTC:AGYTF, FRA:HHU) pointing to early revenue growth and the start of commercial sales of the company’s newly approved grass pollen treatment in Germany.

In a note, the broker, which has a 13p price target, said the group had delivered a “highly encouraging” trading update for the six months to December 2025, particularly given the backdrop of its transition away from unregistered products in Germany.