Chart Industries Surges to 96th in Trading Volume Amid Institutional Bets and Mixed Analyst Outlooks

On August 7, 2025, Chart Industries (GTLS) saw a trading volume of $1.02 billion, a 65.11% increase from the previous day, ranking it 96th in market activity. The stock closed marginally lower, reflecting a 0.01% decline.

Institutional investors adjusted their positions in the company during the first quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC increased its stake by 19.8%, holding 20,458 shares valued at $2.95 million. Global X Japan Co. Ltd. also boosted its holdings by 142.9%, acquiring 100 additional shares to reach a total of 170 shares. Other firms, including Capital Analysts LLC and Opal Wealth Advisors LLC, initiated new positions worth approximately $25,000 each, signaling varied investor sentiment ahead of earnings reports.

Chart Industries reported first-quarter earnings of $2.59 per share, below the estimated $2.62, with revenue of $1.08 billion, slightly under the projected $1.11 billion. Analysts have issued mixed guidance, with Goldman Sachs maintaining a $180 price target and a "neutral" rating, while Seaport Res Ptn and BTIG Research downgraded the stock to "hold." The consensus target price stands at $202, with 12 analysts recommending a "hold" and five advising a "buy."

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