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<p>On CNBC's "Halftime Report Final Trades," analysts discussed several stocks. E.l.f. Beauty reported a 28% surge in sales, with analysts raising its price target to $130 and $145. Amazon is breaking out at $211, with a target of $248. Jefferies Financial is noted for its low valuation, with a target raised to $62. Ventas, a REIT, has a 3% yield and posted strong earnings. Stock performances included Amazon up 2.7%, Jefferies up 2.7%, e.l.f. up 1.6%, and Ventas up 0.5%.</p>

- e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. reported a 28% increase in full-year sales, with growth for 25 consecutive quarters, leading analysts to raise their price targets.  
- Amazon.com, Inc. is experiencing a breakout at $211, with a price target of $248 from Bank of America Securities.  
- Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is noted for its low valuation, supported by a price target increase to $62 from Goldman Sachs, while Ventas, Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings and has a 3% yield.