Shares of Navitas Semiconductor Corp (NVTS) are facing significant pressure in pre-market trading on Tuesday, plummeting 5.01% following a notable downgrade from Deutsche Bank. This sharp decline comes on the heels of Monday's trading session, where the stock had already experienced a 5.42% drop.
The primary catalyst for the pre-market plunge appears to be Deutsche Bank's decision to downgrade Navitas Semiconductor from Buy to Hold. Despite the downgrade, the financial institution has actually raised its price target for NVTS from $3.5 to $7, adding an intriguing element to the market's reaction.
This downgrade underscores the sensitivity of semiconductor stocks to analyst ratings and market sentiment. As investors digest the implications of Deutsche Bank's revised outlook, it remains to be seen how Navitas Semiconductor will navigate this challenge. The company may need to take steps to regain market confidence in the near term, especially given the contrast between the rating downgrade and the increased price target.