Sheila Kahyaoglu, an analyst from Jefferies, maintained the Buy rating on Loar Holdings Inc. (LOAR – Research Report). The associated price target is $110.00.
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Sheila Kahyaoglu’s rating is based on Loar Holdings Inc.’s strong financial performance and growth prospects. The company reported an impressive first quarter with 11% organic growth and a 22% increase in operating profit, primarily driven by a 33% rise in the Defense segment. This robust performance has led to an upward revision of the 2025 earnings per share estimate to $0.74, reflecting higher contributions from acquisitions.
Additionally, Loar Holdings is expected to achieve 12% organic growth in 2025, with the Defense segment continuing to lead. The company’s strategic initiatives, such as new product contributions and a focus on expanding margins, further bolster its growth outlook. With a solid balance sheet and capacity for mergers and acquisitions, Loar Holdings is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities, justifying the Buy rating.
According to TipRanks, Kahyaoglu is a 5-star analyst with an average return of 11.7% and a 63.18% success rate. Kahyaoglu covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Boeing, GE Aerospace, and American Airlines.
In another report released yesterday, RBC Capital also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $92.00 price target.