Group 1: Sony - Sony is considered a "buy" by Jim Cramer, who believes the stock is "undervalued" [1] - On December 19, Sony Group announced plans to increase its ownership stake in the Peanuts franchise by acquiring a controlling interest in Peanuts Holdings [1] - Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. signed a definitive agreement with WildBrain Ltd. to purchase WildBrain's approximately 41% stake in Peanuts Holdings LLC [1] Group 2: CubeSmart - CubeSmart is viewed as lacking sufficient growth potential, with Jim Cramer suggesting there are better investment options available [2] - UBS analyst Michael Goldsmith maintained a Neutral rating on CubeSmart and reduced the price target from $38 to $37 [2] - CubeSmart shares increased by 0.6% to close at $37.90 on Monday [3]

Sony Group Corp (NYSE:SONY) shares were lower on Friday after the company announced plans to increase its ownership of the iconic Peanuts franchise. • Sony Group stock is trending lower. Why is SONY stock retreating?Sony's music and motion picture units unveiled a major transaction to gain a controlling interest in Peanuts Holdings.Deal Overview and Ownership ShiftSony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. signed a definitive agreement with WildBrain Ltd. to buy WildBrain's r ...