Unity Software Inc. (U) shares surged 5.01% in pre-market trading on Friday, following a significant upgrade from Jefferies. The investment bank raised its rating on Unity from Hold to Buy, simultaneously increasing its price target from $22 to $29, signaling growing confidence in the software company's prospects.

The upgrade comes at a crucial time for Unity, a leading platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D content. Jefferies' bullish stance suggests that the firm sees potential for growth and improved performance in Unity's business model. This vote of confidence from a major investment bank has clearly resonated with investors, driving the stock's pre-market rally.

While specific reasons for the upgrade were not immediately available, the move aligns with the broader market sentiment towards Unity. According to FactSet, the average analyst rating for Unity Software is overweight, with a mean price target of $25.82. The Jefferies upgrade pushes their target even higher, potentially indicating that they see more upside than the consensus. Investors will be watching closely to see if this pre-market enthusiasm translates into sustained gains during the regular trading session.