Spectris (LON:SXS) Stock Rises 9.4% – Is It Time to Invest?

Recently, shares of Spectris plc (LON:SXS) experienced a significant increase of 9.4% during mid-day trading on Thursday. The share price reached a high of GBX 3,114.76 ($38.47) before settling at GBX 2,955.14 ($36.50) by the end of the trading session. In total, 472,541 shares changed hands, marking a notable drop of 43% compared to the average daily trading volume of 829,068 shares. Prior to this surge, the stock had closed at GBX 2,700 ($33.35).

Updated Analyst Ratings

In the latest research reports, Shore Capital maintained a "buy" rating for Spectris shares as of Thursday. Among investment analysts, one has rated the stock as a sell, while six others hold a buy rating. According to MarketBeat, the overall consensus rating for Spectris is classified as a "Moderate Buy," with an average target price set at GBX 4,707.50 ($58.15).

See Our Latest Stock Analysis on SXS

Performance Overview of Spectris Stock

Spectris has a market capitalization of £2.92 billion. Currently, it has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 1,102.66 and a price-to-earnings growth (PEG) ratio of 2.74. The company’s beta stands at 0.61, indicating it is less volatile than the market. Spectris also has a debt-to-equity ratio of 4.37, a current ratio of 2.36, and a quick ratio of 1.03. The stock has demonstrated consistent growth, with a 50-day simple moving average of GBX 2,535.95 and a 200-day simple moving average of GBX 2,701.42.

Insider Transactions at Spectris

In related insider activity, Alison Henwood purchased 19 shares on November 12 at an average price of GBX 2,599 ($32.10), totaling £493.81 ($609.94). Additionally, Andrew Heath acquired 2,406 shares on November 14 at an average price of GBX 2,480 ($30.63), amounting to £59,668.80 ($73,701.58). Over the last ninety days, insiders have acquired a total of 14,553 shares worth approximately $36,045,861. Insiders currently hold about 1.21% of the company's stock.

About Spectris

Spectris is dedicated to providing critical insights through precision measurement. The company's mission is to deliver value that extends beyond mere measurement, focusing on accuracy and reliability. They provide specialized insight to global customers through advanced instruments and testing equipment, all supplemented by sophisticated software tools. By merging their hardware with analytical and simulation software, Spectris empowers clients with rich data and meaningful insights, enabling them to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across operations.

Key Considerations for Investors

Before making an investment in Spectris, potential investors may want to consider various factors and analyst recommendations. Currently, while analysts rate Spectris as a "Moderate Buy," there are alternative stocks that leading analysts have prioritized for investment. It is important for investors to stay informed and possibly explore these other investment opportunities.

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