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Owens-Corning Inc is a manufacturer of glass fiber utilized in composites and building materials. It has an integrated business model with three reportable segments: Composites, Insulation, and Roofing. It generates maximum revenue from the Roofing segment. Its Roofing segment laminate and strip asphalt roofing shingles, roofing components, synthetic packaging materials, and oxidized asphalt. It meets the growing demand for longer-lasting, aesthetically attractive laminate products with modest capital investment. Geographically the company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.

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Wells Fargo analyst Sam Reid upgrades Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and raises the price target from $195 to $225.

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Wells Fargo Upgrades Owens-Corning to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $225

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 8 analysts have published ratings on Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) in the last three months.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Owens-Corning, revealing an average target of $204.12, a high estimate of $245.00, and a low estimate of $175.00. This current average reflects an increase of 10.04% from the previous average price target of $185.50. 
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<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Owens-Corning. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Matthew Bouley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$192.00</td>
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<td>Mike Dahl</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Susan Maklari</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$198.00</td>
<td>$178.00</td>
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<td>John Lovallo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
<td>$197.00</td>
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<td>Sam Reid</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Stephen Kim</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$196.00</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Kim</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
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<td>Sam Reid</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Owens-Corning. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Owens-Corning compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Owens-Corning's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Owens-Corning's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Owens-Corning analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Owens-Corning Better</h2>
Owens-Corning Inc is a manufacturer of glass fiber utilized in composites and building materials. It has an integrated business model with three reportable segments: Composites, Insulation, and Roofing. It generates maximum revenue from the Roofing segment. Its Roofing segment laminate and strip asphalt roofing shingles, roofing components, synthetic packaging materials, and oxidized asphalt. It meets the growing demand for longer-lasting, aesthetically attractive laminate products with modest capital investment. Geographically the company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.
<h3>Owens-Corning: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Owens-Corning's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 22.87% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Owens-Corning's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 10.54%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Owens-Corning's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 5.79%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Owens-Corning's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 2.14%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Owens-Corning's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.06. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Owens-Corning Stock

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<li>Barclays analyst Matthew Bouley upgraded the rating for Owens Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and raised the price target from $192 to $245. Owens-Corning shares closed at $196.92 on Tuesday. See how other analysts view this stock.</li>
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Barclays analyst Matthew Bouley upgrades Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and raises the price target from $192 to $245.

Barclays Upgrades Owens-Corning to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $245

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RBC Capital analyst Mike Dahl maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $213 to $217.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Owens-Corning, Raises Price Target to $217

Goldman Sachs analyst Susan Maklari maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $178 to $198.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on Owens-Corning, Raises Price Target to $198

UBS analyst John Lovallo maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $197 to $218.

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Wells Fargo analyst Sam Reid maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $175 to $195.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Owens-Corning, Raises Price Target to $195

Evercore ISI Group analyst Stephen Kim maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $189 to $196.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Owens-Corning, Raises Price Target to $196

Owens Corning Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) reported a&nbsp;23%&nbsp;year-over-year growth in&nbsp;third-quarter&nbsp;net sales to&nbsp;$3.046 billion,&nbsp;marginally beating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41768360/owens-corning-delivers-net-sales-of-3-0-billion-generates-net-earnings-of-321-million-and-adjusted" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of&nbsp;$3.043 billion</a>.
Sales by segments: Composites&nbsp;$534&nbsp;million&nbsp;(-6%), Insulation&nbsp;$946&nbsp;million&nbsp;(+4%), and Roofing&nbsp;$1.1 billion&nbsp;(relatively&nbsp;flat).
Doors reported revenue in its first full quarter, with&nbsp;net sales of&nbsp;$573 million. The company noted that market conditions remained challenging for this business, with decreased discretionary repair and remodel spending impacting demand and price.
Adjusted EPS was&nbsp;$4.38, up from&nbsp;$4.18 a year ago,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">above the consensus of&nbsp;$4.05.</a>
Adjusted EBIT increased to $582 million from $518 million, with a 19% margin (vs. 21% prior-year quarter). Adjusted EBITDA rose 19% to $766 million, and the margin contracted to 25% from 26% a year ago quarter.
Operating cash flow totaled $699 million, up from $691 million, and free cash flow stood at $558 million (-4%). During the third quarter, the company returned $252 million through dividends and share repurchases.
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Todd Fister said, &#8221;We also executed a $200 million share repurchase program that delivered on our commitment to return significant cash to shareholders.&#8221;
Q4&nbsp;Outlook: Despite tougher market conditions, the company anticipates strong performance driven by portfolio and cost structure changes.
The company expects net sales growth of around 20%, with legacy business revenue slightly below fourth-quarter FY23, plus <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">added revenue from the Doors segment.</a>
The company forecasts a mid-teens EBIT margin and an EBITDA margin of about 20% for the fourth quarter of FY24.
Owens Corning expects near-term demand to be impacted by ongoing challenging conditions in most markets and normalizing seasonality.
2024&nbsp;Outlook: Owens Corning currently expects general corporate expenses of around $250 million (vs.&nbsp;$255 million-$265 million&nbsp;prior) and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">capital additions of ~$650 million</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via SPDR Series Trust SPDR Homebuilders ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XHB#NYSE">XHB</a>) and SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOLR#NYSE">SOLR</a>).
Price Action: OC shares traded lower by 4.11% at $175.05 premarket at the last check Wednesday.
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Owens Corning Delivers Q3 Earnings Beat, Forecasts Strong Q4 Despite Market Headwinds

Owens Corning Expects Q4 Net Sales Growth Of Around 20%

Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $4.38 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $4.05 by 8.15 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $3.046 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $3.043 billion by 0.09 percent. This is a 22.87 percent increase over sales of $2.479 billion the same period last year.

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Owens-Corning Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $4.38 Beats $4.05 Estimate, Sales $3.046B Beat $3.043B Estimate

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</tr>
<tr>
<td>URI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$820.00</td>
<td>$34.6K</td>
<td>287</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">36</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$26.7K</td>
<td>705</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">23</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding AAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 234 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 641 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 45 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.8K, with a price of $94.0 per contract. There were 28576 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 651 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 80 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 450 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.5K, with a price of $99.0 per contract. There were 3019 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 613 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TT#NYSE">TT</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 17 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.0K, with a price of $920.0 per contract. There were 2917 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 458 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding UAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 234 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 38 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.0K, with a price of $1080.0 per contract. There were 35 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 258 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LUV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 52 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $27.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.3K, with a price of $419.0 per contract. There were 3040 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 117 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding OC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 52 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 46 contract(s) at a $170.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $560.0 per contract. There were 56 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SWK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWK#NYSE">SWK</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 444 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $286.0K, with a price of $2860.0 per contract. There were 21 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CTAS (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTAS#NASDAQ">CTAS</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 52 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $205.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $599.0 per contract. There were 81 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 59 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For URI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 17 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 15 contract(s) at a $820.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.6K, with a price of $2310.0 per contract. There were 287 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 36 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CAT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 80 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.7K, with a price of $2675.0 per contract. There were 705 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 23 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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Owens-Corning's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.39% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.62 million shares sold short, which is 2.44% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.98 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Owens-Corning Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729276222_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Owens-Corning has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Owens-Corning's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Owens-Corning's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.93%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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In the last three months, 5 analysts have published ratings on Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $189.8, a high estimate of $213.00, and a low estimate of $175.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 1.93% from the previous average price target of $186.20.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729098032_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Owens-Corning. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Kim</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sam Reid</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Dahl</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
<td>$211.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Lovallo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$197.00</td>
<td>$192.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Kim</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$188.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Owens-Corning. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Owens-Corning compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Owens-Corning's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Owens-Corning's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Owens-Corning analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Owens-Corning</h2>
Owens-Corning Inc is a manufacturer of glass fiber utilized in composites and building materials. It has an integrated business model with three reportable segments: Composites, Insulation, and Roofing. It generates maximum revenue from the Roofing segment. Its Roofing segment laminate and strip asphalt roofing shingles, roofing components, synthetic packaging materials, and oxidized asphalt. It meets the growing demand for longer-lasting, aesthetically attractive laminate products with modest capital investment. Geographically the company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.
<h3>Owens-Corning's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Owens-Corning's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.82%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Owens-Corning's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 10.22%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Owens-Corning's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 5.33%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Owens-Corning's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 2.17%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Owens-Corning's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.11. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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The Analyst Verdict: Owens-Corning In The Eyes Of 5 Experts

Evercore ISI Group analyst Stephen Kim maintains Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $175 to $189.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Owens-Corning, Raises Price Target to $189

Hurricane Milton has left a significant mark on the Florida housing market, with cities such as Orlando, Tampa, Lakeland, Sarasota and Daytona Beach facing the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/hurricane-milton">brunt of the storm. </a>
As recovery efforts begin, analysts expect the state&#8217;s homebuilding sector to absorb an estimated $1.7 billion to $2.5 billion hit, according to a report from Goldman Sachs analyst Susan Maklari.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Homebuilder Exposure To Milton And Potential Delays</h1>
Homebuilders with significant exposure in the affected regions face potential delays in construction and home closings.
Maklari notes that major homebuilders such as PulteGroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHM#NYSE">PHM</a>), Lennar Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>), and D.R. Horton Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHI#NYSE">DHI</a>) have significant exposure in the impacted regions, with 17%, 14%, and 11% of their 2023 closings, respectively, concentrated in these areas.
In contrast, builders like KB Home (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBH#NYSE">KBH</a>) and Toll Brothers Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOL#NYSE">TOL</a>) have minimal exposure, with less than 3% each. Historically, homebuilders in Florida have faced delays of around 4-6 weeks following severe weather events, primarily due to resource allocation to existing community recovery efforts and labor shortages. 
Given Hurricane Milton&#8217;s strength, widespread geographic reach, and timing — just two weeks after Hurricane Helene — Maklari believes these delays could be extended even further.
"We expect some closings to be delayed, but this appears to be more of a timing issue. Any potential shortfall in Q4 will likely be made up in early 2025," Maklari said. 
The good news for builders is that many homes are already in later construction stages as they aim to hit year-end targets, and most builders tend to avoid constructing in floodplains.
Goldman Sachs estimates the total industry impact to fall between $1.7 billion and $2.5 billion, based on historical delays and local median home prices.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Builder Exposure Breakdown: Orlando And Tampa</h1>
The Orlando and Tampa metropolitan areas are two of the hardest-hit regions. 
In Orlando, D.R. Horton leads the market with 2,351 closings in 2023, accounting for 16.7% market share, followed closely by Lennar Corp. with 2,242 closings and a 15.9% share. 
In Tampa, Lennar has an even larger presence, with 3,570 closings making up 28.7% of the market, while D.R. Horton holds 21.6%.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Top Homebuilders In Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, Fla. MSA (2023 Unit Closings):</h1>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td># Company</td>
<td>Closings</td>
<td>Mkt. Share</td>
<td>% of Homes Closed by Company</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1 D.R. Horton</td>
<td>2,351</td>
<td>16.7%</td>
<td>2.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2 Lennar Corp.</td>
<td>2,242</td>
<td>15.9%</td>
<td>3.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3 The Villages of Lake Sumter</td>
<td>2,129</td>
<td>15.1%</td>
<td>77.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4 PulteGroup</td>
<td>1,852</td>
<td>13.2%</td>
<td>6.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5 Dream Finders Homes Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFH#NYSE">DFH</a>)</td>
<td>791</td>
<td>5.6%</td>
<td>10.8%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Top Homebuilders In Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Fla. MSA (2023 Unit Closings):</h1>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Rank</th>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Closings</th>
<th>Market Share (%)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td> Lennar Corp.</td>
<td> 3,570</td>
<td> 28.7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td> D.R. Horton</td>
<td> 2,692</td>
<td> 21.6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td> Homes by Westbay</td>
<td> 792</td>
<td> 6.4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td> PulteGroup</td>
<td> 756</td>
<td> 6.1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td> M/I Homes</td>
<td> 747</td>
<td> 6.0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Goldman Sachs</figcaption></figure>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Muted But Prolonged Impact On Building Products Demand</h1>
The broader building products sector is expected to experience a relatively muted response, with demand for materials such as roofing, flooring and insulation likely spread out over several months.
While Goldman Sachs does not anticipate a significant rise in overall product volumes, the short-term need for repairs could lead to temporary spikes in activity.
When it comes to damage to existing homes, the extent of destruction depends on the storm's specific characteristics, such as wind speed and flooding levels. 
Roofs, windows, and siding are typically most affected by wind damage, while floors, wallboard and insulation often suffer during flooding events. Key players in these product categories include:
<ul>
<li>Roofing: Owens Corning Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>), Carlisle Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSL#NYSE">CSL</a>)</li>
<li>Windows: JELD-WEN Holding Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JELD#NYSE">JELD</a>)</li>
<li>Siding: Louisiana-Pacific Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LPX#NYSE">LPX</a>)</li>
<li>Flooring: Mohawk Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MHK#NYSE">MHK</a>)</li>
<li>Insulation: Owens Corning Inc., TopBuild Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLD#NYSE">BLD</a>), Installed Building Products Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBP#NYSE">IBP</a>)</li>
</ul>
"Reconstruction demand typically spans several months," Maklari said, citing past hurricanes. 
Cleanup and insurance claims processing often delay actual repairs, with the full rebuilding efforts sometimes extending over 4 to 6 months. 
For example, Owens Corning reported that Hurricane Ian in 2022 resulted in 4 million squares of roofing damage, representing approximately 2.5% of annual roofing shipments.
Goldman Sachs does not foresee a sharp rise in overall building product volumes from Hurricane Milton. Instead, they expect a &#8220;pull-forward&#8221; in demand, meaning that short-term rebuilding activity might be strong, but it won't significantly raise long-term volumes. This could result in choppy revenue comparisons as the industry moves past the initial recovery phase.
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Note the following:
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<li>TLT moves inverse to the yield. The higher the yield goes, the lower TLT falls.</li>
<li>The chart shows the move up in TLT in anticipation of Fed rate cuts.</li>
<li>The chart shows a breakout above the resistance zone.</li>
<li>The chart shows when the Fed cut rates.</li>
<li>The chart shows that the spot on Arora call was made on the same day that the Fed cut interest rates. The Arora call was made in advance of the Fed announcement, giving investors more time to act. The Arora call was that yields were likely to rise on long bonds, sending TLT lower. The Arora call was a contrary call squarely going against the prevailing wisdom at that time. At that time, the following described the landscape.
<ul>
<li>Technically oriented investors were buying TLT because of the technical breakout.</li>
<li>Macro investors were buying TLT because of the rate cut. Going into the Fed meeting the consensus was still a 25 bps cut, even though the idea of a 50 basis point rate cut was gaining steam.</li>
<li>The prevailing wisdom in the market was that TLT would go up.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The chart shows that the breakout failed, and TLT has experienced a significant drop since the Arora call.</li>
<li>The chart shows that TLT is now getting closer to the top support zone.</li>
<li>The down move in TLT is remarkable because during this time, the money has been flowing into the safety of long Treasury bonds due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. In The Arora Report analysis, if it was not for the Middle East conflict escalation, TLT would have already fallen into the top support zone.</li>
<li>RSI on the chart shows that TLT is oversold. An oversold ETF often bounces.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, unless the economic data changes or a war breaks out, or the Fed changes its course, any rally in TLT has a 70% probability of failing. The reason behind this prediction is that irrespective of who is elected, Trump or Harris, the government's borrowing and spending is going to go up. Higher borrowing means a larger supply of Treasuries.  A larger supply of Treasuries indicates a higher yield on long bonds. If the U.S. has a divided government after the election, the borrowing will be less than it will be if either party sweeps. In the event of a one party sweep, TLT can potentially fall to the bottom support zone.</li>
<li>Investors should also pay attention to the10 year Treasury yield.  The 10 year Treasury yield is important because it is the reference rate for computing appropriate PE ratios in most models. In general, the rule is higher interest rates mean lower PE ratios. There are two reasons for this:
<ul>
<li>When interest rates are higher, the value of future earnings discounted to present is lower.</li>
<li>When bonds start paying higher interest rates, they offer more competition to stocks.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The yield on 10 year Treasuries has risen from 3.68% on the day the Fed cut the interest rate to 4.031% as of this writing.</li>
<li>Contrary to expectations in the market, mortgage rates have also risen since the Fed rate cut.</li>
<li>Investors should also pay close attention to the neutral rate. The neutral rate is the Fed funds rate that is neither restrictive or expansionary.
<ul>
<li>In addition to the neutral rate, investors should also pay attention to the pace at which interest rates come down to the neutral rate.</li>
<li>The Fed is indicating that the neutral rate might be around 3.4% in 2025. Previously, the Fed was pointing to a long run neutral rate of 2.5%.</li>
<li>The prevailing wisdom in the market is that the neutral rate is in the range of 2.5% &#8211; 3.5%.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Regarding the neutral rate, The Arora Report has another contrary call. Unless economic data substantially changes or geopolitical conditions substantially change, the likely neutral rate is higher than the market consensus. In The Arora Report analysis, the likely neutral rate is 3.25 &#8211; 4.25%. </li>
<li>The foregoing discussion on the long bond rate, 10 year rate, and neutral rate is very important because in view of The Arora Report analysis and contrary calls, earnings will have to be very robust for the stock market to advance from here and sustain at a higher level.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, implied volatility of options on popular individual stocks around earnings indicates that the biggest moves after earnings in recent years in individual stocks are ahead. This has two practical implications for investors:
<ul>
<li>This will provide more opportunities for prudent investors who are set up to systematically take advantage of volatility in a proven way instead of being afraid of volatility.</li>
<li>Some of the existing positions in portfolios may be hit hard. To balance it with stocks that move up significantly, it is important to make sure the portfolio is properly diversified.</li>
</ul>
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<li>In The Arora Report analysis, prior to the jobs report, the probability of a 50 bps cut after the next Fed meeting was about 30%. Now, the probability has dropped to 5%.</li>
<li>Based on The Arora Report proprietary sentiment indicator, sentiment in the stock market is very positive.&nbsp; S&amp;P 500 at 6000 is the magnet for traders.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Based on The Arora Report's proprietary methodology, numerous short squeezes are taking place, adding to the upside moves in individual stocks.</li>
<li>There is renewed excitement in AI stocks. The main reason is that NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) AI Summit is taking place.</li>
<li>There is also buying ahead of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) analyst meeting about AI on October 10.&nbsp; Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPE#NYSE">HPE</a>) will also highlight its progress on AI during its analyst day on October 10.</li>
<li>Adding to excitement in the stock market is the upcoming Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) robotaxi event on October 10.</li>
<li>Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be released on October 10. Headline CPI consensus is 0.1%.  Core CPI consensus is 0.2%.</li>
<li>Hurricane Milton is barreling towards Florida.&nbsp; Insurance stocks such as Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UVE#NYSE">UVE</a>), Heritage Insurance Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRTG#NYSE">HRTG</a>), and HCI Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCI#NYSE">HCI</a>) are seeing selling pressure.&nbsp; Generator manufacturer Generac Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GNRC#NYSE">GNRC</a>) is seeing buying pressure, so are roofing stocks such as Beacon Roofing Supply Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BECN#NASDAQ">BECN</a>) and Owens Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>).</li>
<li>Volatility index (VIX) continues to stay high on anxiety about the Middle East. VIX is elevated at 22 as of this writing.</li>
<li>As an actionable item, the sum total of the foregoing is in the protection band, which strikes the optimum balance between various crosscurrents. &nbsp; Please scroll down to see the protection band. The protection band is one of the large number of unique edges that are available to members of The Arora Report.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">China Disappoints</h3>
We have been sharing with you day by day the epic rally in Chinese stocks and the reasons behind it. Today, at the beginning, hopes were high as Mainland China investors returned after a one week holiday.  Mainland benchmark stock index CSI 300 jumped 11% at the open but subsequently lost some of the gains, finishing up 5.9%.  In spite of the pullback, CSI 300 is up about 30% over the last month.
In Hong Kong, Hang Seng lost 9.41%. This is the biggest drop since the 2008 financial crisis. Stocks in Hong Kong were trading during the mainland holiday. The reason for the disappointment is that investors were counting on the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) to offer concrete stimulus measures at a briefing. However, the chair of NDRC Zheng Shanjie did not offer new concrete stimulus steps. This disappointed traders.
As full disclosure, for those who understand the China risk, The Arora Report&#8217;s plan continues to be to buy Mainland China ETF Xtrackers Hvst CSI 300 China A Shs ETF Class A (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASHR#NYSE">ASHR</a>) and Hong Kong ETF iShares China Large-Cap ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXI#NYSE">FXI</a>) when they fall in the recently updated buy zones in The Arora Report&#8217;s ZYX Emerging.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h3>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Alphabet Inc Class C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), NVDA, and TSLA.
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are positive in SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h3>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.  Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.  The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>).  The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLV#NYSE">SLV</a>).  The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h3>
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is range bound.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h3>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges. The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive.  If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash. A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.&nbsp; When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks.&nbsp; High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h3>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less.&nbsp; Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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On CNBC's &#8220;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/10/07/final-trades-diamondback-energy-owens-corning-synovus-and-the-xlf.html">Halftime Report Final Trades</a>,&#8221; Anastasia Amoroso of iCapital named The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>), saying the financial sector is set to report earnings at the end of the week. Although this quarter is not going to be great, but she believes it will be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XLF">better going forward</a>.
Bill Baruch of Blue Line Capital named Owens Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) as his final trade.
On Oct. 7, Wells Fargo analyst Sam Reid maintained Owens-Corning with an Equal-Weight and raised the price target from $165 to $175.
Don't forget to check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/">premarket coverage here</a>
Brian Belski of BMO Capital said Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNV#NYSE">SNV</a>) has a 3.5% dividend yield.
Synovus Financial will announce third quarter earnings results after the closing bell on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Analysts expect the company to report quarterly earnings at $1.08 per share, up from 84 cents per share in the year-ago period. The company projects to report quarterly revenue of $559.44 million.
Joseph&nbsp;M.&nbsp;Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners picked Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>), an energy name, amid a surge in oil prices.
On Oct. 4, BMO Capital analyst Phillip Jungwirth upgraded Diamondback Energy from Market Perform to Outperform and raised the price target from $205 to $215.
Price Action:
<ul>
<li>Owens Corning shares gained 5.5% to close at $181.42 during Monday's session.</li>
<li>The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund fell 1.2% on Monday.</li>
<li>Synovus Financial shares fell 1.1% to close at $43.34 during Monday's session.</li>
<li>Diamondback Energy shares gained 2.5% to settle at $199.50 on Monday.</li>
</ul>
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With the boom in population and expanding urbanization, the building and construction industry is booming. In this ever-evolving dynamic sector, fundamentally robust infrastructure stocks Owens Corning (OC), United States Lime & Minerals (USLM), and Griffon Corporation (GFF) could be solid picks for 2025. Read more... The global infrastructure industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by rising demand from infrastructure investments, government initiatives, and sustainability initiatives. So, quality stocks such as Owens Corning (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/OC/">OC</a>), United States Lime &amp; Minerals (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USLM/">USLM</a>), and Griffon Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GFF/">GFF</a>) present promising investment opportunities as they explore new technologies and sustainable materials to boost efficiency and meet market demands.
Population growth and urbanization are driving demand for infrastructure, spurring investments in housing, transportation, utilities, and urban upgrades to support expanding cities and growing mobility needs. Moreover, companies are focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing environmental impact by adopting low-carbon solutions and green building practices.
In addition, the growth of the building materials industry is fueled by the expanding demand for infrastructure projects across sectors like manufacturing, education, and healthcare. The market size is expected to grow from $1.35 trillion in 2024 to $2 trillion by 2034 at a <a href="https://www.precedenceresearch.com/building-materials-market">CAGR of 4%</a>.
Furthermore, the Biden-Harris Administration's announcement of <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/4739630-biden-administration-grants-infrastructure/">$1.8 billion in grants</a> for 148 infrastructure projects across the United States illustrates the government's commitment to revitalizing this vital sector. The funding could impact various states and support the development of essential infrastructure in the coming years.
Considering these positive developments, let's delve deeper into <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-building-materials/">Industrial - Building Materials</a> stocks:
Stock #3: United States Lime &amp; Minerals, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USLM/">USLM</a>)
USLM specializes in producing lime and limestone products, including quicklime, hydrated lime, lime slurry, and pulverized limestone. These products serve diverse end-users, such as construction contractors, industrial manufacturers, environmental facilities, oil and gas service companies, and poultry producers.
On December 13, USLM paid a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share on the company's common stock. It pays an annual dividend of $0.20, which translates to a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividendyield.asp">dividend yield</a> of 0.14% at the prevailing price levels.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, USLM's revenues increased 19.4% year-over-year to $89.43 million. Its operating profit grew 60.2% from the year-ago value to $38.14 million. In addition, the company's net income and income per share came in at $33.35 million and $1.16, up 60.9% and 58.9% over the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 217.9% to close the last trading session at $144.18. It soared 213% year-to-date.
USLM's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
USLM has an A grade in Quality and a B in Growth and Momentum. It is ranked #12 out of 42 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-building-materials/">Industrial - Building Materials</a> industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given USLM grades for Value, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all the USLM's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USLM/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Owens Corning (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/OC/">OC</a>)
OC manufactures building materials across Roofing, Insulation, and Composites segments, offering products like asphalt shingles, insulation solutions, and glass fiber reinforcements. These serve industries including construction, automotive, energy, and retail through distributors, contractors, and manufacturers.
On December 5, OC announced a 15% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.69 per share. The dividend will be paid on January 17, 2025. It pays an annual dividend of $2.76, which translates to a dividend yield of 1.44% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, OC's net sales increased 22.9% year-over-year to $ 3.05 billion. Its operating income grew 10.2% from the year-ago value to $ 509 million. In addition, the company's adjusted earnings and adjusted EPS stood at $385 million and $4.38, up 1.3% and 4.8% over the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Street expects OC's revenue and EPS for the year ending December 31, 2024, to increase 13.6% and 7.4% year-over-year to $ 10.99 billion and $15.49, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in all of the trailing four quarters.
Shares of OC have gained 24.4% over the past year and is up 25% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $185.26.
OC's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
OC has a B grade in Growth and Momentum. It is ranked #9 in the same industry.
To access OC's Value, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/OC/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Griffon Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GFF/">GFF</a>)
GFF offers products such as garage doors, fire doors, and shutters for construction and remodeling, along with tools, garden equipment, home organization solutions, and cleaning products, catering to both consumer and professional markets. It operates globally through two segments: Home and Building Products; and Consumer and Professional Products.
On November 134, GFF announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share, payable on December 18. It pays an annual dividend of $ 0.72, which translates to a dividend yield of 0.92% at the prevailing price levels.
On November 13, GFF announced that it had authorized the repurchase of an additional $400 million worth of shares of GFF common stock. From April 2023 through November 12, GFF repurchased 9.4 million shares, representing 16.4% of its outstanding shares, for a total of $458 million, with an average price of $48.74 per share.
GFF's revenue increased 2.9% year-over-year to $ 659.67 million in the fiscal fourth quarter that ended on September 30, 2024. Its income from operations came in at $111.67 million, up 40.6% year-over-year. In addition, the company's adjusted net income reached $ 70.94 million, up 12.5% from the same quarter last year, and adjusted EPS was $1.47, indicating an increase of 23.5% from the prior-year quarter.
Street expects GFF's revenue for the fiscal first quarter of 2025 (ending December 31, 2024) to increase year-over-year to $ 637.58 million. Its EPS for the same quarter is likely to increase 11.6% year-over-year to $1.19. In addition, it surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
Shares of GFF have gained 38.8% over the past year and is up 28.8% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $78.52.
GFF's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of A, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Growth, Value, Momentum, and Quality. It tops the same industry.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GFF/">here</a> to see GFF's ratings for Stability and Sentiment.
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OC shares were unchanged in premarket trading Tuesday. Year-to-date, OC has gained 26.84%, versus a 28.87% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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