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AST SpaceMobile Downgraded to Neutral; Target Cut to $65 by B. Riley

Oct 2, 2026, 9:03 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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downgraded to Neutral by a notable firm can trigger short-term selling pressure, especially when the price target is lowered. While the target remains above the current price, the downgrade may reduce upside momentum and prompt risk-off trading among investors who follow analyst ratings. Historically, mid-tier downgrades can cause initial volatility but may be outweighed by fundamentals or company-specific catalysts over time.

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B. Riley Securities downgraded AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) to Neutral and cut the price target to $65 from $85. With ASTS at about $57, the move signals near-term headwinds and potential volatility, though the target still implies upside if execution improves. The article also highlights several concurrent downgrades, underscoring a broader cautious stance among analysts.

  • B. Riley downgrades ASTS to Neutral; PT cut to $65 from $85.
  • ASTS closed at $57.04 Thursday; near-term upside implied by target.
  • Other downgrades in the piece: FHTX, BUSE, ATRC, EQBK.
  • Analyst rating changes across multiple names spotlight cautious sentiment.

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