Shares of Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM) tumbled 5.55% in pre-market trading on Monday, as investors reacted to a downgrade from UBS. The Swiss banking giant lowered its rating on the precious metals streaming company from Buy to Neutral, despite raising its target price from $100 to $106.
The downgrade appears to have overshadowed the increase in the target price, suggesting that investors are more focused on UBS's shift in sentiment rather than the marginally improved price target. This change in rating could indicate that UBS analysts believe the stock may have limited upside potential in the near term, despite maintaining a positive long-term outlook.
Wheaton Precious Metals, known for its streaming agreements in the precious metals sector, has been a favored stock among investors looking for exposure to gold and silver without direct mining risks. However, this downgrade may prompt some shareholders to reassess their positions, potentially leading to increased selling pressure in the coming trading sessions.
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