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May 18, 2026

The Point For Europe

Daily UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsCryptoInformation TechnologyHealth Care

Citi Research highlights Infineon as its Top Call with a raised EUR80 target price on AI and cyclical recovery, while adjusting European Pharma and Shipping forecasts for 2026.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Infineon Technologies is highlighted as the Top Call, with estimates and target price (to EUR80) raised due to AI demand and a cyclical recovery in Automotive and Industrials.
  • 2.Citi maintains a positive view on European Pharmaceuticals post-1Q26, citing three 'Buys' (AZN, Roche, Novartis) and a busy catalyst-path for the second half of the year.
  • 3.A.P. Møller - Mærsk estimates are increased significantly as the Red Sea disruption is expected to persist through late 2026, tightening the supply-demand balance and supporting freight rates.

Table of Contents

  • Top Call
  • Company
  • Must Read
  • Industry
  • Strategy & Economics
  • Fixed Income & FX
  • Key Rating and Target Price Changes
  • Appendix A-1

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Authors

Shrey SrivastavaAlex SaundersGraham ParryAndrew M. Gardiner, CFA

Securities

IFXGn.DENOVOb.COMAERSKb.COABNd.ASBTC

Themes

AI Demand TailwindsGeopolitical Disruption (Red Sea/Middle East)Quantum Computing Threats to BlockchainRegional Asset Allocation (China/LatAm Overweight)

Regions

EuropeLatin AmericaAsia PacificGermanyDenmarkNetherlands