Mizuho Raises PT on HF Sinclair Corporation (DINO) from $50 to $52; Maintains ‘Outperform' Rating
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On August 8, 2025, Mizuho raised its price target on HF Sinclair Corporation (NYSE:DINO) from $50 to $52, maintaining an 'Outperform' rating. This price update reflects the company's latest earnings beat. During the recently concluded quarter, the company's Refining segment recorded a solid performance, which offset softness in its Lubricants, Midstream, and Marketing segments. Moreover, its Renewables segment, which holds potential for incremental Production Tax Credit benefits in Q3, surpassed expectations.
Moreover, the analyst cited improved utilization, lower costs, and favorable Mid-Continent distillate market dynamics as key growth drivers. Mizuho also highlighted the HF Sinclair Corporation (NYSE:DINO)'s strong liquidity position, boasting a current ratio of 1.82x, alongside a 4.59% dividend yield, backed by 38 consecutive years of dividend payments.
HF Sinclair Corporation (NYSE:DINO) manufactures light and heavy petroleum products as well as lubricants & specialties, including renewable diesel and plant-based lubricants. It is included in our list of the hot stocks to buy.
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