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On Friday, Raymond (NSE:RYMD) James made a significant adjustment to its view on CI Financial Corp . (TSX:CIX:CN) (OTC: CIFAF), shifting the stock's rating from Outperform to Underperform. This move comes with a set price target of Cdn$32.00 for the company's shares. The downgrade reflects concerns regarding the potential return on the stock as it approaches the acquisition price.
The anticipated closure of the transaction in the second quarter of 2025 remains subject to various regulatory approvals. Key approvals pending include those from The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Act (HSR) in the U.S., and the Investment Canada and Competition Act in Canada.
Raymond James analysts highlighted that the main point of consideration is whether the Canadian or US government will permit Middle Eastern funds, which already have a presence in the US, to expand their influence into the financial services industries. The involvement of these funds, noted for their substantial resources, is a pivotal factor in the ongoing regulatory review process.
The analyst's statement clearly outlines the rationale behind the downgrade, pointing to the diminishing stock price return as it nears the Cdn$32.00 acquisition price. This price target represents the firm's assessment of the stock's value in light of the upcoming acquisition and the regulatory uncertainties that surround it.
Investors and market watchers will be closely monitoring the situation as CI Financial Corp. navigates the complex regulatory landscape ahead of the expected transaction completion in the second quarter of 2025. The outcome of this process will likely have significant implications for the company's stock performance.
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