What is a sell-side analyst?
A sell-side analyst is an investment analyst whose job is to follow a list of companies, conduct research, and provide reports to their firm's clients on a regular basis. They might analyze competition, conduct fundamental analysis, or examine industry trends.
The goal of a sell-side analyst is to produce a research report, estimate their company's financial results, and determine whether the stock is a good one for clients. They often come up with price targets that can also be useful.