The Bed Bug Boom: Terminix Reveals Top 50 Infested U.S. Cities
Bed Bug Infestation Trends: Terminix's annual report reveals Philadelphia as the most bed bug-infested city in the U.S. for the second consecutive year, with New York City and Cleveland-Akron also in the top three, highlighting a rise in infestations due to increased travel and urban density.
Prevention Tips: To prevent bringing bed bugs home while traveling, Terminix advises inspecting hotel rooms thoroughly, unpacking on hard surfaces, and using high heat in dryers for clothing upon return.
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Reasons to Consider Rentokil Initial (RTO) as a New Investment Opportunity
Zacks Rank Upgrade: Rentokil Initial PLC has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating a positive outlook on its earnings estimates, which could lead to increased stock prices.
Earnings Estimate Revisions: The Zacks rating system emphasizes the importance of earnings estimate revisions, showing a strong correlation with near-term stock movements, making Rentokil a solid candidate for potential market-beating returns.
Analyst Consensus: Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Rentokil has increased by 0.3%, reflecting analysts' growing confidence in the company's earnings potential.
Historical Performance: The Zacks Rank system has a proven track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks averaging a +25% annual return since 1988, highlighting the effectiveness of tracking earnings estimates for investment decisions.
Citigroup Confirms Buy Recommendation for Rentokil Initial plc - Depositary Receipt (RTO)
Citigroup's Recommendation: On October 24, 2025, Citigroup reiterated a Buy recommendation for Rentokil Initial plc - Depositary Receipt (NYSE:RTO), despite an average one-year price target suggesting a 4.39% downside from its current price of $29.31/share.
Projected Revenue and EPS: Rentokil Initial plc is projected to have an annual revenue of $6,094 million, reflecting a 10.12% increase, with a non-GAAP EPS forecast of 0.28.
Fund Sentiment: There are 471 funds reporting positions in Rentokil Initial, with a 5.99% decrease in the number of owners over the last quarter, while total shares owned by institutions increased by 6.46% to 393,907K shares.
Shareholder Activity: Notable changes in shareholder positions include significant increases by AEPGX and OAKIX, while BLACKROCK EQUITY DIVIDEND FUND reported a decrease in shares owned, indicating varied investment strategies among major funds.
