** Kepler Cheuvreux raises Greek aerospace and defence company Theon THEON.AS to "hold" from "reduce", citing an improved valuation and order prospects
** The broker notes the stock's recent derating amid Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks has created more reasonable multiples, allowing the group to redeploy capital into enhancing deals
** "We are confident in light of the European reinvestment phase that orders are coming and should support the group's growth for the next three years," says Kepler Cheuvreux in a note
** Its diversification drive is seen as key to defending future valuation, with the broker noting recent deals show Theon is "putting the building blocks in place for a more secure future"
** Out of 7 analysts that cover Theon International, six rate the stock "strong buy" or "buy" and one analyst rates it "hold"
(Reporting by Clement Martinot)
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