Seaport Global raises Hexcel and Mattel ratings to Buy
Seaport Global upgraded Hexcel and Mattel to Buy, setting price targets of $104 and $20 after reviewing growth and acquisition prospects.
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what happened
TradingView reported that Seaport Global upgraded Hexcel to Buy and assigned a $104 price target. The target represents implied upside of 22.4% from the stock’s Oct. 9 close of $84.96.
The analysts expect Hexcel’s Defense segment to grow at an annual rate of 8% by 2028, supported by higher government spending and faster new-platform launches. They also expect the company’s execution and production rates to improve once engineering and certification issues affecting major customers, including Boeing and Airbus, are resolved.
TradingView also reported that Seaport Global raised Mattel to Buy with a $20 price target. The target is 19.8% above the Oct. 9 closing price of $16.69. Analysts expect Mattel’s revenue to increase by 7% in the second half of 2026, helped by favorable toy-industry trends and stronger innovation. Interest in acquiring the company from Authentic Brands and Zuru was cited as another potential source of value creation.
why it matters
The upgrades point to expected improvements in Hexcel’s defense growth and execution, as well as faster revenue growth at Mattel. They provide fresh valuation reference points for both stocks, but are not investment advice.
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- Seaport Global upgrades Hexcel to Buy, sets $104 price target — TradingView, 12 October 2026 at 09:42 UTC
- Seaport Global upgrades Mattel to Buy, sets $20 price target — TradingView, 12 October 2026 at 11:20 UTC
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