MasTec Surges 2.23% on Analyst Rating Revisions Ranks 411th in 270M Trading Volume

MasTec (MTZ) rose 2.23% on August 4, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.27 billion, ranking 411th in market activity. The stock has attracted renewed analyst attention following recent rating adjustments from major firms.

Citigroup maintained its "Buy" recommendation for MasTec but reduced its price target to $219, reflecting a 2.1% downward revision from July 28. Analyst Andrew Kaplowitz emphasized the stock's undervaluation despite the lower target. Meanwhile, Baird upgraded MasTec to "Outperform" and raised its price target to $210, citing excessive sell-off amid weak Q2 results and confidence in long-term earnings potential for 2026.

Financial metrics highlight a mixed outlook. MasTec reported 6.3% revenue growth over one year and 13.5% over five years, but operating margins (3.91%) and net margins (2.04%) remain below historical averages. The company’s debt-to-equity ratio (0.91) and insider selling activity (15,000 shares over three months) raise caution. However, its Altman Z-Score of 3.43 suggests strong financial health.

Valuation indicators show the stock trading at a premium, with a P/E ratio of 51.49 versus a median of 18.49. Analyst consensus remains bullish, with 14 "Buy" and 2 "Strong Buy" ratings. The stock’s beta of 2.19 underscores volatility, aligning with its role in the high-growth infrastructure sector.

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