Analysts' Upgrades, Downgrades: Apple

Stock Comments/EPS Changes

Apple (AAPL Quote) target cut at Oppenheimer to $145 from $213. However, sees considerable value at these levels. Maintained Outperform rating.

Amazon.com (AMZN Quote) target trimmed at Goldman to $93 from $98 due to weakness in euro and sterling, along with some expectations for slower consumer spending. Expect company to take market share given low pricing and weakness at competitors. Maintained Buy rating.

Chico's FAS (CHS Quote) target cut at Credit Suisse to $6 from $8 following weak Q2 results. Cites longer-term value in brands and strong balance sheet should help manage company through current challenges. Maintained Outperfrom rating.

Brinker (EAT Quote) price target lowered at Goldman to $13 from $16 following preannouncement of weak Q1 earnings and 25% cut to earnings outlook for 2009. Expect bar and grill segment to see ongoing sales pressure due to oversupply and threat of nontraditional competitors. Maintained Sell rating.