** Berenberg starts coverage of the Italian healthcare group Pharmanutra PHNU.MI with a "buy" rating, expecting greater visibility from the upcoming quarter
** "We see conditions aligning for investors to reassess the equity story, as upcoming quarters should provide greater visibility on new strategic initiatives in the US and China", Berenberg says
** The broker cites Pharmanutra's leadership in oral iron supplements and transformational growth potential, highlighting the flagship Sideral brand's dominance in Italy
** Berenberg sets a PT of 85.00 euros, implying over 100% upside, and sees a re-rating potential as international growth accelerates
** Shares in the company rise about 9%, reducing YTD losses to about 22%
($1 = 0.8514 euros)
(Reporting by Laura Contemori)
((Laura.contemori@thomsonreuters.com))