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Citi lifts Renault share price target, focus on 'unique position'

EditorEmilio Ghigini
Published 2024-05-23, 04:58 a/m
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On Thursday, Citi updated its outlook on Renault SA (OTC:RNLSY) (RNO:FP) (OTC: RNSDF) shares, increasing the price target to €54 from €45 while reaffirming a Buy rating on the stock. The adjustment reflects the firm's recognition of Renault (EPA:RENA)'s unique position within the European automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for the fiscal year 2024.

Renault has distinguished itself from its peers with several positive indicators that are expected to bolster its earnings in the coming year. The company is experiencing strong sales and model momentum, along with beneficial organic pricing and cost dynamics. These factors are perceived as Renault-specific catalysts that may not be present for other European OEMs.

Despite potential challenges from a deteriorating macroeconomic environment and pricing pressures, Renault is believed to be better equipped to handle these issues due to its different starting point. The company is expected to manage such headwinds more effectively than its competitors.

The financial outlook for Renault is also optimistic, with expectations of a positive debt rating upgrade, an increase in the dividend, and continued improvement in the company's balance sheet. In light of these developments, Citi has removed the "High risk" label from its rating of Renault. The revised price target of €54 is partly based on an improved structural free cash flow (FCF) assumption by 100 basis points.

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