Capitolis Liquid Global Markets LLC increased its position in shares of The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA – Free Report) by 17.8% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 135,438 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock after buying an additional 20,438 shares during the quarter. Capitolis Liquid Global Markets LLC’s holdings in Boeing were worth $29,406,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
A number of other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Concentric Capital Strategies LP acquired a new position in Boeing during the 4th quarter worth approximately $1,939,000. Archon Partners LLC raised its stake in Boeing by 17.6% during the 4th quarter. Archon Partners LLC now owns 60,000 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock worth $13,027,000 after buying an additional 9,000 shares during the period. Asset One Wealth Management LLC acquired a new position in Boeing during the 4th quarter worth approximately $530,000. Aureus Asset Management LLC raised its stake in Boeing by 1,059.7% during the 4th quarter. Aureus Asset Management LLC now owns 17,396 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock worth $3,777,000 after buying an additional 15,896 shares during the period. Finally, Avala Global LP acquired a new position in Boeing during the 4th quarter worth approximately $36,889,000. 64.82% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Boeing Stock Performance
Shares of Boeing stock opened at $225.59 on Thursday. The company has a market cap of $177.83 billion, a PE ratio of 109.51 and a beta of 1.19. The Boeing Company has a 52 week low of $176.77 and a 52 week high of $254.35. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $223.85 and a 200-day moving average price of $222.57. The company has a quick ratio of 0.35, a current ratio of 1.18 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 7.42.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
BA has been the topic of a number of research reports. Weiss Ratings downgraded Boeing from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “sell (d+)” rating in a research note on Friday, April 24th. Citigroup upped their price target on Boeing from $256.00 to $260.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, May 18th. Wolfe Research reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $275.00 price target on shares of Boeing in a research note on Thursday, April 23rd. Wells Fargo & Company assumed coverage on Boeing in a research note on Wednesday, April 1st. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $250.00 price objective for the company. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Boeing in a research note on Wednesday, March 4th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have given a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $262.32.
Key Boeing News
Here are the key news stories impacting Boeing this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Boeing is benefiting from a broader risk-on move after the U.S.-Iran peace deal reopened the Strait of Hormuz, easing geopolitical worries and lifting aerospace shares. Investors are also reacting to reports that BA may be undervalued, with some analysts still seeing room for the stock to rise. Boeing (BA) Stock Could Be 16.4% Undervalued After Peace Deal Lifts Sentiment
- Positive Sentiment: New coverage highlighted Boeing’s defense business as a potential growth driver, pointing to 21% defense revenue growth, $9 billion in orders, and an $86 billion backlog. That reinforces the view that Boeing’s recovery may be increasingly supported by military and government contracts. Can Defense Contracts Help Fuel Boeing’s Next Phase of Growth?
- Neutral Sentiment: Boeing also got a fresh nod from analysts, with reports calling the stock a “Moderate Buy.” That supports sentiment, but it is not a near-term catalyst by itself. The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) Given Average Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” by Analysts
- Negative Sentiment: Investor attention is still on the deadly B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base, where Boeing employees were among the victims. Early reports suggest the aircraft plunged rapidly before impact, and the incident could lead to scrutiny of Boeing’s defense programs even though the investigation is ongoing. B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, early data shows – PBS
Insider Activity at Boeing
In other Boeing news, Director Bradley D. Tilden purchased 1,370 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, May 20th. The stock was bought at an average cost of $218.50 per share, with a total value of $299,345.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 1,370 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $299,345. The trade was a ∞ increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. Insiders own 0.10% of the company’s stock.
Boeing Company Profile
Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense systems, and space and security technologies. Founded in 1916 by William E. Boeing in Seattle, the company today operates as an integrated aerospace and defense contractor with a global customer base. Boeing relocated its corporate headquarters to Arlington, Virginia in 2022 and maintains extensive engineering, manufacturing and service operations across the United States and around the world.
Boeing’s principal lines of business include Commercial Airplanes, which produces and supports a range of jetliners used by airlines globally; Defense, Space & Security, which develops military aircraft, rotorcraft, surveillance and reconnaissance systems, satellites, and launch and missile systems; and Boeing Global Services, which provides aftermarket maintenance, training, spare parts, digital analytics and logistics support.
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