Morgan Stanley Sticks to Their Hold Rating for Eisai Co (ESALF)
In a report released on May 29, Shinichiro Muraoka from Morgan Stanley maintained a Hold rating on Eisai Co (ESALF – Research Report), with a price target of Yen4,100.00.
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In addition to Morgan Stanley, Eisai Co also received a Hold from Jefferies's Stephen Barker in a report issued yesterday. However, on May 15, Bernstein maintained a Buy rating on Eisai Co (Other OTC: ESALF).
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