21 December, 2025
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Research analysts have made significant upgrades to the ratings of various companies as of December 21. The notable changes reflect a shift in market sentiment and expectations for performance, providing investors with a clearer perspective on potential growth.

Key Upgrades from Wall Street Zen

Among the companies receiving upgrades, Acumen Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ABOS) has seen its rating move from sell to hold. Similarly, Acrivon Therapeutics (NASDAQ:ACRV) also transitioned from a sell rating to a hold rating. Both adjustments indicate a more optimistic outlook from analysts at Wall Street Zen.

In contrast, Artivion (NYSE:AORT) has been upgraded from a buy rating to a strong-buy rating, suggesting strong confidence in its future performance. Bel Fuse (NASDAQ:BELFB) shares a similar fate, with its rating also elevated from buy to strong-buy, indicating analysts expect robust growth.

Other notable upgrades include Burning Rock Biotech (NASDAQ:BNR), which moved from a hold rating to a buy rating, and Coeur Mining (NYSE:CDE), upgraded from hold to buy. Both adjustments signal a positive shift in market confidence for these companies.

Additional Companies Receiving Upgrades

The list of companies benefiting from upgrades continues with CareDx (NASDAQ:CDNA), which also transitioned from hold to buy. CION Investment (NYSE:CION) saw its rating rise from buy to strong-buy, reflecting increased analyst enthusiasm.

Several other firms experienced upgrades as well. ChoiceOne Financial Services (NASDAQ:COFS) improved from hold to buy, while Charles River Laboratories International (NYSE:CRL) received an upgrade from hold to buy. Excelerate Energy (NYSE:EE) and GAP (NYSE:GAP) also saw their ratings upgraded to buy from hold.

The upgrades reflect analysts’ reassessment of these companies’ potential, and they may influence investor decisions in the coming weeks. With the market constantly evolving, these ratings serve as important indicators for those looking to make informed financial choices.