What are the current analyst ratings for Dow Inc and PLS Group, and how do they differ?

According to the news, John Roberts CFA from Mizuho Securities maintained a Hold rating on Dow Inc, while Mitch Ryan from Jefferies maintained a Buy rating on PLS Group. The Street’s consensus for both companies is a Moderate Buy, though the average price target for PLS Group implies a downside from its current trading level — indicating that despite the Buy rating from at least one analyst, the broader analyst community expects the stock to decline in price.

Why does PLS Group have a Buy rating from Jefferies yet face an implied downside according to the average price target?

The news states that Mitch Ryan from Jefferies maintained a Buy rating on PLS Group, but also notes that 'the Street generally suggests a Moderate Buy for both companies, though PLS Group's average price target implies a downside from current levels.' This reflects a divergence between individual analyst views and the consensus: while Jefferies is bullish (Buy), the aggregate of all analysts’ price targets — which determines the average — is below the current market price, resulting in an implied downside. The article does not explain the reason for this gap, nor does it provide specific price targets or timing; it only reports this apparent contradiction as a factual observation.

Analysts Conflicted on Materials Stocks: Dow Inc and PLS Group

Apr 27, 2026

Mizuho maintains a Hold on Dow Inc while Jefferies rates PLS Group as a Buy, though analysts remain divided on both materials sector stocks with mixed price target implications.

The Globe and Mail

2026-04-27

Analysts Conflicted on Materials Stocks: Dow Inc and PLS Group

2026-07-02

Dow Inc. price target lowered to $35 from $43 at Mizuho

Analysts Conflicted on Materials Stocks: Dow Inc and PLS Group

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