Analysts' Upgrades and Downgrades

Philip Morris: Analyst Upgrades, Downgrades

Stock quotes in this article:AKS, PM, MCD 

JPMorgan Chase estimates were reduced through 2011, according to Goldman Sachs. Company likely seeing lower fixed-income revenue. Buy rating and $54 price target.

Lowe's(LOW) shares now seen reaching $25, according to FBR Capital Markets. Estimates also raised, to reflect high expected comp sales. Outperform rating.

3M(MMM) estimates were raised through 2011, according to UBS. Company can deliver strong organic growth and the stock deserves a higher multiple. Buy rating and new $105 price target.

Potash(POT) shares now seen reaching $116, UBS said. Estimates also lowered, to reflect lower expected potash prices. Neutral rating.

Sherwin-Williams(SHW) estimates were lowered through 2011, Goldman Sachs said. Recent data suggest a mixed 2010. Neutral rating and new $66 price target.

Scripps Networks(SNI) estimates were increased through 2011, Morgan Stanley said. Company is seeing an advertising recovery and will also benefit from recent affiliate fee increases. Equal-weight rating and new $48 price target.

Textron(TXT) shares now seen reaching $30, Morgan Stanley said. Estimates also raised, as the company should benefit from several years of positive helicopter demand. Overweight rating.

Veeco Instruments(VECO) shares now seen reaching $44, according to Citigroup. Estimates also increased, as the company continues to gain market share. Additionally, the stock was added to the Top Picks Live list. Buy rating.

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