
Deutsche Bank picks Heidelberg Materials HEIG.DE, Holcim HOLN.S as "top picks" in building materials sector
Cites resilient fundamentals across 11 key countries, notes Ukraine ceasefire would boost sentiment further
Decarbonisation remains a structural tailwind, with cement producer margins continuing to expand
HEIG doubled since November 2024 on German stimulus; DB hikes PT to 267 euros ($311.06) from 229 euros
HOLN maintained at "buy", PT up to 91 CHF ($113.20) from 75 CHF
Upgrades Italy's Buzzi BZU.MI to "buy" on attractive valuation, German recovery benefits; PT rises to 58 euros from 48 euros
Downgrades Sika SIKA.S to "hold" on growth guidance cut, China exposure; slashes PT to 168 CHF from 237 CHF
DB more confident on Germany infrastructure plan than France amid political uncertainty
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