Apple Computer has been downgraded to “neutral-weight” from “overweight” by Prudential Equity Group, citing the recent stock appreciation. Shares are currently trading around $60.92 in pre-market NASDAQ trading after closing at a new all-time high of $61.85 yesterday.
The Associated Press reports, “Prudential told clients it expects a strong first quarter and fiscal 2006, but said it believes the stock has now fully discounted this reality. ‘High expectations and still considerable froth add to risk profile, in our view,’ Prudential said.”
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This downgrade tempers Apple’s recent hot streak into record share price territory and may help to provide some sort of buying opportunity for those looking to squeeze in under $60.
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