An analyst raised the price target for chemical stock Dow (NYSE: DOW) by nearly 4%, causing the stock to jump on Monday. Despite the positive outlook, the analyst maintained a hold recommendation. Dow has struggled, losing 36% this year amid challenging market conditions. Investors may be waiting for a turnaround in the cyclical chemical sector. Consider other investment options, as Dow wasn’t named among the 10 best stocks to buy right now by the Motley Fool Stock Advisor team. Stock Advisor has historically outperformed the S&P 500, with an average return of 1,033%.

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