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GlossaryWhat is Analyst rating?
An analyst rating is an expert's opinion on whether a stock looks attractive.
The simple explanation
Analysts at banks and research firms study companies and publish ratings like buy, hold or sell, along with a price target. They can move stocks when they change, but they can also be wrong.
An example
An analyst upgrades a stock from hold to buy and the price rises a few percent.
Why it matters
Ratings explain many daily moves, but they are opinions, not facts.
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Educational information, not financial advice.