Analysts' Upgrades, Downgrades: Oracle

CHANGE IN RATINGS

Alliant Techsystems (ATK Quote) downgraded at Goldman Sachs to Sell from Neutral due to high valuation, mediocre fundamentals and lack of potential catalysts. Note that shares trade at a substantial premium to Defense peers despite growth that is likely to be in-line with group. See limited potential for improved guidance during next earnings report. Price target cut to $56 from $73.

Beckman Coulter (BEC Quote) upgraded at Barclays from Equal-weight to Overweight. $55 price target. Company's recurring revenue model provides both stability and visibility.

Eaton Vance (EV Quote) downgraded at Goldman Sachs to Neutral from Buy due to decelerating organic growth and lagging performance in large cap value funds. Note ongoing pressure in asset management industry and expect poor Q1 results across sector. Price target lowered to $18 from $20.

Life Technologies (LIFE Quote) upgraded at Morgan Stanley from Equal-weight to Overweight. $37 price target. Guidance has been set at a reasonable level, and the company should be able to realize cost synergies over the coming quarters. ...