** Shares of fintech MeridianLink rise as much as 4.2%; last up 3.8% at $25
** UBS upgrades its rating on MLNK to "neutral" from "sell," citing more consistent execution from the management and a favorable lending environment on the horizon from additional rate cuts in 2025
** Brokerage also raises PT to $25 from $18, a 3.6% upside to stock's last close
** Consistent margin outlook beats over the last five quarters coupled with a more sustained acceleration of the consumer lending business increases our confidence on MLNK - UBS
** Three of eight brokerages rate the stock "buy" or higher, four "hold" and one "sell"; their median PT is $24.75 - LSEG data
** As of last close, MLNK shares down 2.7% YTD
(Reporting by Arasu Kannagi Basil in Bengaluru)
((ArasuKannagi.Basil@thomsonreuters.com;))
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