Viasat (VSAT) shares plummeted 5.16% in pre-market trading on Friday, following news that Deutsche Bank has lowered its price target for the company. The significant drop comes as investors react to the adjusted valuation from one of the major financial institutions covering the stock.
Deutsche Bank reduced its price target for Viasat from $15 to $14, signaling a slightly less optimistic outlook for the company's near-term performance. Despite the lowered target, the bank maintained its Buy rating on Viasat stock, suggesting continued confidence in the company's long-term prospects.
The market's sharp reaction to this news underscores the influence of analyst opinions on investor sentiment. However, it's worth noting that the overall analyst consensus on Viasat remains positive. According to FactSet, the average rating for Viasat is overweight, with a mean price target of $18.57. This indicates that while Deutsche Bank has adjusted its expectations, the broader analyst community still sees potential upside for the stock.