Chart Industries Surges to $2.38 Billion Volume 41st in Market Activity as Mixed Analyst Ratings Cloud Outlook

On July 31, 2025, Chart Industries (GTLS) traded with a volume of $2.38 billion, a 53.94% increase from the previous day, ranking 41st in market activity. The stock closed down 0.17% at $198.83.

Analyst activity highlighted mixed strategic shifts. UBS Group downgraded GTLS from "Strong-Buy" to "Hold," reducing its price target to $210 from $225, while Barclays cut its target to $169 with an "Equal Weight" rating. TD Cowen also adjusted GTLS to "Hold" from "Buy," setting a $210 target. Institutional ownership saw incremental increases, with firms like First Manhattan CO. LLC. and IFP Advisors Inc. adding shares in recent quarters, reflecting ongoing confidence in the industrial equipment manufacturer.

Performance metrics showed GTLS trading below its 50-day ($160.88) and 200-day ($164.30) moving averages. The stock's 12-month range of $101.60–$220.03 indicates a volatile trajectory, though recent volume spikes suggest heightened short-term interest. Analyst consensus remains split, with six "Hold," eight "Buy," and one "Strong Buy" ratings, averaging a $201.38 target.

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