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Investing.com - Goldman Sachs has assumed coverage on CAE Inc . (NYSE:CAE) with a Buy rating and a price target of $33.00, maintaining the previous analyst’s outlook. The stock, currently trading at $28.08 and near its 52-week high of $28.21, has delivered an impressive 51% return over the past year.
The investment bank views CAE (TSX:CAE) as "one of the most under-valued stocks" in its coverage universe, citing the company’s ability to support and outgrow a market that expands at twice the rate of GDP. This view is supported by CAE’s strong revenue growth of 9.93% and solid financial health score, according to InvestingPro analysis.
Goldman Sachs highlighted CAE’s position as a "toll booth to aviation" with dominant market share in a fragmented market, noting its fundamental characteristics resemble some of the most profitable and highly valued businesses in the aerospace sector. With a market capitalization of $9.01 billion and a P/E ratio of 30.06, CAE commands significant presence in the industry. Discover more insights and 8 additional ProTips with InvestingPro.
The firm expressed optimism about CAE’s new incoming management team, which is "injecting fresh optimism and ideas into the company" according to the coverage note.
While acknowledging that CAE’s Defense business has struggled in recent years, Goldman Sachs pointed to "promising improvements in recent quarters" and doesn’t see any reason for long-term structural impairment compared to similar defense business models.
In other recent news, CAE Inc. reported its fourth-quarter 2025 earnings, with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.47, surpassing the forecast of $0.46. The company’s revenue for the quarter was $1.3 billion, marking a 13% increase year-over-year and aligning with expectations. Despite these positive results, CAE’s stock saw a decline, reflecting investor concerns over future growth prospects. Additionally, Jefferies adjusted its price target for CAE to $27.00 from $28.00, maintaining a Hold rating, citing anticipated flat sales in the first half of fiscal year 2026. The Defense segment is expected to show mid-single-digit growth, with overall revenue projected to increase by 6%. In corporate developments, CAE announced the appointment of Matthew Bromberg as the new CEO, effective August 2025, while Calin Rovinescu will become Executive Chairman. These leadership changes are part of a strategic transition as CAE aims to strengthen its market position. Jefferies also raised its price target for CAE to $28.00 earlier, based on the company’s dominant position in the civil aviation market and long-term demand for pilot training.
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