Sony, the Technology sector company, was revisited by a Wall Street analyst today. Analyst Mikio Hirakawa from Bank of America Securities maintained a Buy rating on the stock and has a Yen4,600.00 price target.
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Mikio Hirakawa has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors, primarily driven by Sony’s strong financial performance in the second quarter. The company’s operating profit exceeded both the analyst’s and market expectations, with significant contributions from the Imaging & Sensing and Music segments. Despite a slight underperformance in the gaming segment, adjustments for one-time items reveal an underlying improvement in fundamentals.
Furthermore, Sony’s decision to raise its full-year operating profit forecast and announce a substantial share buyback program highlights its commitment to growth and shareholder value. The company’s strategic initiatives, such as leveraging AI for earnings growth and exploring new revenue opportunities, particularly in the entertainment sector, further reinforce the positive outlook. These factors collectively support the Buy rating, reflecting confidence in Sony’s ability to monetize its intellectual property and enhance corporate value.
In another report released on November 5, Wolfe Research also upgraded the stock to a Buy with a Yen5,300.00 price target.