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<p>JP Morgan  analyst Andrea Faria Teixeira   maintains Central Garden &amp; Pet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENTA#NASDAQ">CENTA</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $40 to $38.</p>


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CENTA

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Central Garden & Pet, Lowers Price Target to $38

<p><strong>Chainlink's</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/link/usd">LINK</a>) price has decreased 3.33% over the past 24 hours to <strong>$14.08</strong>. This is contrary to the coins performance over the past week where it has experienced an up-trend of 1.0%, moving from $13.96 to its current price.</p>
<p>The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Chainlink over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660624_0.png" alt="price_chart" /></p>
<p>The trading volume for the coin has increased 38.0% over the past week. while the overall circulating supply of the coin has decreased 0.33% This puts its current circulating supply at an estimated 60.81% of its max supply, which is 1.00 billion. The current market cap ranking for LINK is #17 at $8.57 billion.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660624_1.png" alt="supply_and_vol" /></p>
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$LINK

Chainlink Falls More Than 3% In 24 hours

<p><i>Joint effort enhances the performance and reliability of next-generation data centers with cutting-edge substrate technology</i></p>
<p>SEOUL, South Korea, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- <a href="https://www.samsungsem.com/global/index.do">Samsung Electro-Mechanics</a>&nbsp;(SEMCO) today announced a collaboration with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amd.com/en.html">AMD</a>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) to supply high-performance substrates for hyperscale data center compute applications These substrates are made in SEMCO's key the technology hub in Busan and the newly built state of the art factory in Vietnam.</p>
<p>Market research firm Prismark predicts that the semiconductor substrate market will grow at an average annual rate of about 7%, increasing from 15.2 trillion KRW in 2024 to 20 trillion KRW in 2028. SEMCO's substantial investment of 1.9 trillion KRW in the FCBGA&nbsp;factory underscores its commitment to advancing substrate technology and manufacturing capabilities to meet the highest industry standards and the future technology needs.</p>


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<p><strong>NetEase Inc</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTES#NASDAQ">NTES</a>) shares are trading higher by 2.74% to $93.85 during Monday&#8217;s session amid strength in Chinese stocks are trading higher after China lowered <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39878618/whats-going-on-with-alibaba-and-other-chinese-stocks-on-monday">key interest rates</a>.</p>
<p>Lower interest rates typically reduce borrowing costs for consumers. This can lead to increased discretionary spending as consumers have more disposable income. NetEase, being a major player in online gaming and digital entertainment, would benefit from higher consumer spending on its platforms and services.</p>
<p>The rate cuts are aimed at stimulating the broader economy by encouraging investment and consumption. An improved economic outlook generally boosts investor confidence, leading to higher stock prices across sectors. As part of the Chinese tech sector, NetEase would benefit from this overall economic stimulus.</p>
<p>Lower interest rates also make borrowing cheaper for companies. This allows businesses like NetEase to finance expansion, invest in new technologies, or enhance their product offerings at a lower cost. Such strategic investments can lead to higher future revenues and profits, positively influencing the stock price.</p>
<p><strong><em>Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39884657/ford-gm-face-profit-decline-as-ev-sales-slow-and-cyber-outages-persist">Ford, GM Face Profit Decline As EV Sales Slow And Cyber Outages Persist</a></em></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy NTES Stock</h2>
<p>By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for NetEase &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.</p>
<p>Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy ‘fractional shares,' which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. For example, some stock, like Berkshire Hathaway, or Amazon.com, can cost thousands of dollars to own just one share. However, if you only want to invest a fraction of that, brokerages will allow you to do so. </p>
<p>In the the case of NetEase, which is trading at $93.89 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 1.07 shares of stock.</p>
<p>If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to ‘go short' a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.</p>


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<p>Over the past 24 hours, <strong>Avalanche's</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/avax/usd">AVAX</a>) price has risen 3.3% to <strong>$31.43</strong>. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 16.0% gain, moving from $27.17 to its current price. As it stands right now, <strong>the coin's all-time high is $144.96</strong>. </p>
<p>The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Avalanche over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660555_0.png" alt="price_chart" /></p>
<p>Avalanche's trading volume has climbed 204.0% over the past week along with the circulating supply of the coin, which has increased 0.08%. This brings the circulating supply to 394.76 million, which makes up an estimated 54.83% of its max supply of 720.00 million. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for AVAX is #12 at $12.41 billion.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660555_1.png" alt="supply_and_vol" /></p>
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$AVAX

Avalanche's Price Increased More Than 3% Within 24 hours

<p><strong>Toncoin's</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">TON</a>) price has decreased 3.51% over the past 24 hours to <strong>$6.94</strong>, continuing its downward trend over the past week of -6.0%, moving from $7.43 to its current price. </p>
<p>The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Toncoin over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660546_0.png" alt="price_chart" /></p>
<p>Toncoin's trading volume has climbed 5.0% over the past week along with the circulating supply of the coin, which has increased 0.44%. This brings the circulating supply to 2.51 billion. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for TON is #10 at $17.46 billion.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660546_1.png" alt="supply_and_vol" /></p>
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$TON

Toncoin Decreases More Than 3% Within 24 hours

<p>Benchmark  analyst Todd Brooks   maintains Domino's Pizza (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NYSE">DPZ</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $575 to $520.</p>


Benchmark Maintains Buy on Domino's Pizza, Lowers Price Target to $520

<p>JP Morgan  analyst Arun Jayaram   maintains Halliburton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $45 to $40.</p>


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<p>Truist Securities  analyst Neal Dingmann   maintains APA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APA#NASDAQ">APA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $52 to $45.</p>


Truist Securities Maintains Buy on APA, Lowers Price Target to $45

<p>Over the next 20 years, Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) projects a continued significant demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial airplane fleet&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4214987-1&amp;h=2980284382&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boeing.com%2Fcommercial%2Fmarket%2Fcommercial-market-outlook&amp;a=continues+to+expand">continues to expand</a>. The company's <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4214987-1&amp;h=1101898563&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boeing.com%2Fcommercial%2Fmarket%2Fpilot-technician-outlook%2F&amp;a=2024+Pilot+and+Technician+Outlook">2024 Pilot and Technician Outlook</a> (PTO) shows the industry will require nearly 2.4 million new professionals to support the growing commercial fleet and meet the long-term increase in air travel.</p>
<p>According to the latest PTO, commercial carriers will need the following new personnel through 2043 to sustain the global commercial fleet:</p>
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<p>Over the past 24 hours, <strong>Dogecoin's</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) price rose 3.15% to <strong>$0.14</strong>. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 16.0% gain, moving from $0.12 to its current price. As it stands right now, <strong>the coin's all-time high is $0.73</strong>. </p>
<p>The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Dogecoin over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660476_0.png" alt="price_chart" /></p>
<p>The trading volume for the coin has risen 145.0% over the past week diverging from the circulating supply of the coin, which has decreased 0.02%. This brings the circulating supply to 145.21 billion. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for DOGE is #9 at $19.84 billion.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660476_1.png" alt="supply_and_vol" /></p>
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$DOGE

Dogecoin Up More Than 3% In 24 hours

<p>In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on PAR Technology (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAR#NYSE">PAR</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $56.83, a high estimate of $61.00, and a low estimate of $51.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $51.20, the current average has increased by 11.0%.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660474_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive PAR Technology. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Nabhan</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Palmer</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mayank Tandon</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Palmer</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mayank Tandon</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to PAR Technology. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of PAR Technology compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of PAR Technology's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of PAR Technology's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PAR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on PAR Technology analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<p>If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap">you can start by tracking it here</a>.</p>
<h2>Discovering PAR Technology: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>PAR Technology Corp together with its subsidiaries provides management technology solutions including software, hardware, and related services, integral to the point-of-sale infrastructure and task management, information gathering, assimilation, and communication services. It has two segments. The restaurant/ Retail segment provides point-of-sale and management technology solutions such as hardware, software, and integrated technical solutions to the restaurant and retail industries. The government segment provides intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions and mission systems support. The company derives the majority of its revenues from the Restaurant/ Retail segment.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down PAR Technology's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Positive Revenue Trend:</strong> Examining PAR Technology's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of <strong>5.04%</strong> as of 31 March, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> PAR Technology's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>-17.34%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> PAR Technology's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>-4.26%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> PAR Technology's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>-2.02%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> PAR Technology's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>0.73</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
<p>Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring PAR Technology Through Analyst Insights

<p><strong>MicroStrategy Inc</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shares are calm on Monday after rising 14.4% on Friday on the back of continued upward momentum for <strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) and the broader crypto space. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39864835/whats-going-on-with-microstrategy-shares-friday">you need to know</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What To Know:</strong> MicroStrategy shares have been seeing increased attention in recent trading sessions amid a rebound in the price of bitcoin.</p>
<p>Bitcoin is up about 7% over the past week as sentiment continues to improve and money continues to pour into digital asset investment products, which saw <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39880421/bitcoin-dominates-ethereum-rebounds-heres-how-much-crypto-funds-raked-in-last-week">$1.35 billion in inflows</a> last week, bringing total inflows over the past three weeks up to $3.2 billion. ETF trading volumes were also up about 45% on a week-over-week basis. </p>
<p>MicroStrategy is also seeing increased attention ahead of earnings and a stock split that is set to take effect in the coming weeks.</p>
<p>MicroStrategy will report financial results for the second quarter after the market close on Aug. 1. The company is expected to report a loss of $1.10 per share and quarterly revenue of $122.6 million, according to estimates from <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. </p>
<p>MicroStrategy will also enact a 10-for-1 stock split by means of a dividend to holders of record as of the market close on Aug. 1. Holders of MicroStrategy shares will receive nine additional shares for each share held. The shares are expected to be distributed after the market close on Aug. 7. MicroStrategy stock is expected to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis at the market open on Aug. 8. </p>
<p>MicroStrategy is a business intelligence, mobile software and cloud-based services company, focused on accumulating bitcoin. Last month, the company raised $800 million through a convertible note offering. MicroStrategy said it planned to use the proceeds to acquire additional bitcoin. MicroStrategy held 226,331 bitcoin as of June 20. </p>
<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39880421/bitcoin-dominates-ethereum-rebounds-heres-how-much-crypto-funds-raked-in-last-week">Bitcoin Dominates, Ethereum Rebounds: Here&#8217;s How Much Crypto Funds Raked In Last Week</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>MSTR Price Action:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSTR">MicroStrategy shares</a> were down 1.77% at $1,746.95 at the time of publication, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Eivind Pedersen from Pixabay.</em></p>


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MSTR

What's Going On With MicroStrategy Stock Monday?

<p>In the preceding three months, 13 analysts have released ratings for Huntington Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $15.31, a high estimate of $18.00, and a low estimate of $11.50. Experiencing a 1.73% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $15.58. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660465_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
<p>The perception of Huntington Bancshares by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jon Arfstrom</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$13.50</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Konrad</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Usdin</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Alexopoulos</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Pancari</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Alexopoulos</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
<td>$13.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Erika Najarian</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Zerbe</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Konrad</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Arfstrom</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Alexopoulos</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Huntington Bancshares. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Huntington Bancshares compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Huntington Bancshares's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HBAN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Huntington Bancshares analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Get to Know Huntington Bancshares Better</h2>
<p>Huntington Bancshares Inc is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The bank operates in two business segments: Consumer &amp; Regional Banking and Commercial Banking. The bank derives the maximum of its revenue from the Consumer &amp; Business Banking segment. The other segment of the bank consists of Treasury and others. The bank also provides auto dealer, equipment finance, investment management, trust, brokerage, capital market services, and other services.</p>
<h3>Huntington Bancshares: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Challenges:</strong> Huntington Bancshares's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately <strong>-8.69%</strong>. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Huntington Bancshares's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>21.84%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>2.26%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.2%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Huntington Bancshares's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at <strong>0.88</strong>. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
<p>Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. </p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
<p>If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


HBAN

Decoding 13 Analyst Evaluations For Huntington Bancshares

<p>During the last three months, 8 analysts shared their evaluations of Ovintiv (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OVV#NYSE">OVV</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $60.88, a high estimate of $70.00, and a low estimate of $52.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 0.74% from the previous average price target of $60.43.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660458_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
<p>The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Ovintiv by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Bouvier</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Richardson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Hungness</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Richardson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gabe Daoud</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Ovintiv. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Ovintiv compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Ovintiv's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Ovintiv's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OVV/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Ovintiv analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Ovintiv</h2>
<p>Ovintiv is a North American oil and natural gas exploration and production company. It focuses on the exploration and development of oil, NGLs, and natural gas reserves. The company has three segments: USA Operations, Canadian Operations, and Market Optimization.</p>
<h3>Ovintiv: A Financial Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Negative Revenue Trend:</strong> Examining Ovintiv's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately <strong>-7.8%</strong> in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Ovintiv's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>14.37%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>3.28%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Ovintiv's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of <strong>1.7%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Ovintiv's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>0.69</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
<p>Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
<p>If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Ovintiv Through 8 Analysts

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Zscaler. Our analysis of options history for Zscaler (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 37% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $182,711, and 2 were calls, valued at $73,050.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $135.0 to $250.0 for Zscaler over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Zscaler's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Zscaler's significant trades, within a strike price range of $135.0 to $250.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Zscaler Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660458_0_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$47.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$36.1K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$18.55</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$34.2K</td>
<td>66</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.65</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$15.65</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$32.8K</td>
<td>227</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$69.25</td>
<td>$67.5</td>
<td>$67.5</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$27.0K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Zscaler</h3>
<p>Zscaler is a software-as-a-service, or SaaS, firm focusing on providing cloud-native cybersecurity solutions to primarily enterprise customers. Zscaler's offerings can be broadly partitioned into Zscaler Internet Access, which provides secure access to external applications, and Zscaler Private Access, which provides secure access to internal applications. The firm is headquartered in San Jose, California, and went public in 2018.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Zscaler, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is Zscaler Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 400,248, the price of ZS is up by 1.79%, reaching $191.91.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 43 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Zscaler</h3>
<p>1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $220.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>In a cautious move, an analyst from Mizuho downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $220. </li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Zscaler with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Options

Behind the Scenes of Zscaler's Latest Options Trends

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Spotify Technology (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in SPOT usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for Spotify Technology. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 33% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $349,966, and 7 are calls, amounting to $616,723.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $270.0 to $360.0 for Spotify Technology over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Spotify Technology's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Spotify Technology's significant trades, within a strike price range of $270.0 to $360.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Spotify Technology Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660453_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SPOT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$356.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$125.8K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$99.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">476</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$19.65</td>
<td>$19.65</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$60.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPOT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$12.95</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.73</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$52.3K</td>
<td>169</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">76</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Spotify Technology</h3>
<p>Spotify, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is one of the world's largest music streaming service providers, with 602 million monthly active users at the end of 2023. The firm monetizes its users through a paid subscription model, referred to as its premium service, and an ad-based model, referred to as its ad-supported service. Revenue from premium and ad-supported services represented 86% and 14% of Spotify's 2023 total revenue, respectively.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Spotify Technology, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is Spotify Technology Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 438,788, the price of SPOT is up by 0.75%, reaching $297.3.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 1 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Spotify Technology</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $363.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Spotify Technology, maintaining a target price of $400. </li>
<li>An analyst from Keybanc has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Spotify Technology, which currently sits at a price target of $410. </li>
<li>Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Jefferies lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $385.</li>
<li>An analyst from Wolfe Research downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $390. </li>
<li>An analyst from Redburn Atlantic downgraded its action to Sell with a price target of $230. </li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Spotify Technology options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


SPOT

Looking At Spotify Technology's Recent Unusual Options Activity

<p>Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 6 analysts have published ratings on Driven Brands Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRVN#NASDAQ">DRVN</a>) in the last three months.</p>
<p>In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $15.58, along with a high estimate of $22.00 and a low estimate of $12.50. This current average has decreased by 20.51% from the previous average price target of $19.60. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660450_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
<p>A clear picture of Driven Brands Hldgs's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Thomas-Martin</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Sigman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian McNamara</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christian Carlino</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Keith</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Driven Brands Hldgs. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Driven Brands Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Driven Brands Hldgs's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Driven Brands Hldgs's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DRVN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Driven Brands Hldgs analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Driven Brands Hldgs</h2>
<p>Driven Brands Holdings Inc is an automotive services company in North America. Its platform provides high-quality services to an extensive range of retail and commercial customers. The company provides an extensive range of core consumer and commercial automotive needs, including paint, collision, glass, and repair services, as well as a variety of high-frequency services, such as oil changes and car washes.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down Driven Brands Hldgs's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Driven Brands Hldgs displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>1.74%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Driven Brands Hldgs's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>0.74%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Driven Brands Hldgs's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>0.47%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Driven Brands Hldgs's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.07%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Driven Brands Hldgs's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>4.7</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


DRVN

The Analyst Landscape: 6 Takes On Driven Brands Hldgs

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Trump Media &amp; Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in DJT usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 11 extraordinary options activities for Trump Media &amp; Technology. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 36% leaning bullish and 63% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $330,275, and 7 are calls, amounting to $506,976.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $12.5 and $60.0 for Trump Media &amp; Technology, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Trump Media &amp; Technology's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Trump Media &amp; Technology's whale activity within a strike price range from $12.5 to $60.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Trump Media &amp; Technology Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660448_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DJT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$14.05</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$127.8K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DJT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$126.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">366</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DJT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$125.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">66</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DJT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$22.2</td>
<td>$20.4</td>
<td>$22.2</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$111.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DJT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$34.65</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$33.7</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$107.8K</td>
<td>461</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Trump Media &amp; Technology</h3>
<p>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp is a media and technology company rooted in social media, digital streaming, information technology infrastructure, and more. Its initial product launch will focus on its social media platform, Truth Social, which encourages an open, free, and honest global conversation without discriminating against political ideology.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Trump Media &amp; Technology, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Trump Media &amp; Technology</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,688,231, the price of DJT is down by -1.8%, reaching $34.36.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 14 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Trump Media &amp; Technology with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Looking At Trump Media & Technology's Recent Unusual Options Activity

<p>In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating <b>Palantir Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>)</b> in relation to its major competitors in the Software industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.</p>
<h3>Palantir Technologies Background</h3>
<p>Palantir is an analytical software company that focuses on leveraging data to create efficiencies in its clients' organizations. The firm serves commercial and government clients via its Foundry and Gotham platforms, respectively. The Denver-based company was founded in 2003 and went public in 2020.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Company</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/E</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/B</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/S</strong></th>
<th><strong>ROE</strong></th>
<th><strong>EBITDA (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Gross Profit (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Revenue Growth</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Palantir Technologies Inc</td>
<td>238.17</td>
<td>16.86</td>
<td>28.70</td>
<td>2.91%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.52</td>
<td>20.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adobe Inc</td>
<td>49.59</td>
<td>16.46</td>
<td>12.31</td>
<td>10.38%</td>
<td>$2.19</td>
<td>$4.71</td>
<td>10.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Salesforce Inc</td>
<td>44.54</td>
<td>4.02</td>
<td>6.81</td>
<td>2.57%</td>
<td>$2.6</td>
<td>$6.97</td>
<td>10.74%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SAP SE</td>
<td>89.25</td>
<td>4.88</td>
<td>6.70</td>
<td>-1.92%</td>
<td>$-0.42</td>
<td>$5.76</td>
<td>8.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Intuit Inc</td>
<td>58.83</td>
<td>9.49</td>
<td>11.42</td>
<td>13.4%</td>
<td>$3.34</td>
<td>$5.67</td>
<td>11.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synopsys Inc</td>
<td>61.41</td>
<td>12.06</td>
<td>13.87</td>
<td>4.23%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>15.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cadence Design Systems Inc</td>
<td>72.90</td>
<td>21.38</td>
<td>18.73</td>
<td>7.1%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>-1.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roper Technologies Inc</td>
<td>41.65</td>
<td>3.41</td>
<td>9.56</td>
<td>2.17%</td>
<td>$0.73</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>14.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Workday Inc</td>
<td>40.55</td>
<td>7.40</td>
<td>8.04</td>
<td>1.32%</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>18.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Autodesk Inc</td>
<td>52.71</td>
<td>24.18</td>
<td>9.29</td>
<td>12.55%</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>11.66%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Datadog Inc</td>
<td>350.09</td>
<td>18.08</td>
<td>18.95</td>
<td>2.02%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>26.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ansys Inc</td>
<td>63.16</td>
<td>5.08</td>
<td>12.35</td>
<td>0.64%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>-8.41%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AppLovin Corp</td>
<td>49.28</td>
<td>35.40</td>
<td>8.04</td>
<td>23.28%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>47.9%</td>
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<td>Tyler Technologies Inc</td>
<td>118.90</td>
<td>7.36</td>
<td>11.30</td>
<td>1.82%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>8.58%</td>
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<td>PTC Inc</td>
<td>73.61</td>
<td>7.16</td>
<td>9.42</td>
<td>3.98%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>11.23%</td>
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<td>Zoom Video Communications Inc</td>
<td>21.72</td>
<td>2.19</td>
<td>4.02</td>
<td>2.65%</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$0.87</td>
<td>3.25%</td>
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<td>Bentley Systems Inc</td>
<td>44.88</td>
<td>15.60</td>
<td>12.90</td>
<td>7.74%</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>7.43%</td>
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<td>Manhattan Associates Inc</td>
<td>71.43</td>
<td>56.17</td>
<td>14.21</td>
<td>20.78%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>15.18%</td>
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<td>Dynatrace Inc</td>
<td>84.65</td>
<td>6.51</td>
<td>9.21</td>
<td>1.93%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>21.11%</td>
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<td><strong>Average</strong></td>
<td><strong>77.18</strong></td>
<td><strong>14.27</strong></td>
<td><strong>10.95</strong></td>
<td><strong>6.48%</strong></td>
<td><strong>$0.62</strong></td>
<td><strong>$1.84</strong></td>
<td><strong>12.91%</strong></td>
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    </style><p>By thoroughly analyzing Palantir Technologies, we can discern the following trends: </p>
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<p>Notably, the current Price to Earnings ratio for this stock, <b>238.17</b>, is <b>3.09x</b> above the industry norm, reflecting a higher valuation relative to the industry.</p>
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<p>The elevated Price to Book ratio of <b>16.86</b> relative to the industry average by <b>1.18x</b> suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.</p>
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<p>The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of <b>28.7</b>, surpassing the industry average by <b>2.62x</b>, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.</p>
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<p>With a Return on Equity (ROE) of <b>2.91%</b> that is <b>3.57%</b> below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.</p>
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<p>Compared to its industry, the company has lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of <b>$90 Million</b>, which is <b>0.15x</b> below the industry average, potentially indicating lower profitability or financial challenges.</p>
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<p>The gross profit of <b>$520 Million</b> is <b>0.28x</b> below that of its industry, suggesting potential lower revenue after accounting for production costs.</p>
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<p>The company's revenue growth of <b>20.78%</b> is notably higher compared to the industry average of <b>12.91%</b>, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.</p>
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721660440_0.png" alt="debt to equity" /></p>
<p>The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.</p>
<p>Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.</p>
<p>When assessing Palantir Technologies against its top 4 peers using the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following comparisons can be made:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Compared to its top 4 peers, Palantir Technologies has a stronger financial position indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of <b>0.06</b>.</p>
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<p>This suggests that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive attribute by investors.</p>
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<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
<p>The high PE, PB, and PS ratios of Palantir Technologies suggest that the company is currently trading at a premium compared to its peers in the Software industry. However, the low ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit indicate that the company may not be efficiently utilizing its resources to generate profits. On the other hand, the high revenue growth rate implies that Palantir Technologies is experiencing strong top-line growth compared to its industry counterparts.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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<p>The <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/what-is-driving-small-cap-stock-underperformance">current underperformance</a> is disappointing as there are a lot of hidden gems to be found among small-cap stocks. A lot of great businesses and correspondingly great stocks have small market caps and trade on the Russell 2000 index. With a little sleuthing, investors can uncover fantastic businesses whose share prices have quadrupled or more over the last five years.</p>



<p>Here are the three most undervalued small-cap stocks to buy in July 2024. </p>



<h2>Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="165" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/sfmmsn-300x165.jpg" alt="We've Seen It Before; the SFM Stock Rally Is All Gassed Out"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p>If you&rsquo;ve never heard of <strong>Sprouts Farmers Market </strong>(NASDAQ:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/sfm-stock-quote/"><strong>SFM</strong></a></span>), you&rsquo;re not alone. The company runs a chain of 400 supermarket outlets from its headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. The stores specialize in selling natural and organic foods, as well as vitamins and supplements. While Sprouts has a presence in 23 states, it gets <a href="https://sg.news.yahoo.com/finance/news/sprouts-farmers-market-sfm-stock-134001561.html?_fsig=lkLb_JeixPY69AYrjRoFkQ--%7EA">little media attention</a> compared to larger grocery store chains such as <strong>Costco</strong> (NASDAQ:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cost-stock-quote/"><strong>COST</strong></a></span>) and <strong>Kroger </strong>(NYSE:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/kr-stock-quote/"><strong>KR</strong></a></span>).</p>



<p>Its market capitalization is small at just over $8 billion. But Sprouts&rsquo; stock has been running circles around its larger competitors in terms of performance. This year, SFM <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-sprouts-farmers-sfm-top-165022018.html">stock has gained 72%.</a> Over the last 12 months, the share price has risen 123%. And through five years, it has increased 340%. Yet, for all the growth, Sprouts stock still trades at a reasonable price-earnings ratio of 28. By comparison, Costco stock trades at 50 times future earnings estimates.</p>



<h2>Mueller Industries (MLI)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/industrials1600e-300x169.jpg" alt="workers on a construction site with the sun setting in the background"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>Mueller Industries</strong> (NYSE:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mli-stock-quote/"><strong>MLI</strong></a></span>) is not a household name &mdash; far from it. The company, based in Tennessee, specializes in manufacturing piping and industrial metals. Specifically, the company makes copper, brass, aluminum and plastic products used in construction and <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/07/made-in-the-usa-3-stocks-to-buy-that-actually-build-things-in-america/">industrial applications,</a> notably refrigeration. A going concern since 1917, Mueller Industries today has a market capitalization of over $6 billion.</p>



<p>In addition to its small market cap, Mueller Industries <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/johndorfman/2024/02/12/alphabet-and-mueller-industries-are-balance-sheet-powerhouses/">trades at a low multiple </a>of only 11 times earnings. And it pays a quarterly dividend of 20 cents per share, giving it a yield of 1.42%. Owing to its small size, only one analyst currently follows MLI stock. Regardless, the stock has been a powerhouse. In the last 12 months, Mueller&rsquo;s stock has risen 34%, including a 21% gain this year. Over five years, the share price has gained 302%.</p>



<h2>Consol Energy (CEIX)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/energy-stocks-1600-300x169.png" alt="Person holding the glowing world in their hands with icons with different types of energy. AI Recommended Energy Stocks in July"><div>Source: PopTika / Shutterstock</div></div><p><a href="https://investorplace.com/industries/energy/">Energy stocks</a> are back in vogue on Wall Street to start the year&rsquo;s second half and electricity providers have been particularly hot this year on expectations of increased demand. <strong>Constellation Energy</strong> (NASDAQ:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ceg-stock-quote/"><strong>CEG</strong></a></span>) is up 85% so far this year and is a <a href="https://www.slickcharts.com/sp500/performance">leader in the <strong>S&amp;P 500</strong> index.</a> But lost in the current excitement has been <strong>Consol Energy</strong> (NYSE:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ceix-stock-quote/"><strong>CEIX</strong></a></span>), a tiny Pennsylvania coal company with a market capitalization of less than $3 billion.</p>



<p>So far in 2024, CEIX stock is completely flat, having risen a slight 0.14%. You wouldn&rsquo;t know there&rsquo;s renewed interest in energy stocks looking at Consol Energy. However, despite its underperformance, the company has proven to be a long-term winner. The <a href="https://www.investors.com/ibd-data-stories/consol-energy-joins-elite-club-of-stocks-with-rs-ratings-over-90/">stock is up 49%</a> over the last 12 months and has gained nearly 300% in the past five years. Still, the shares look undervalued trading at just six times earnings. That makes Consol Energy an undervalued small-cap stock worth consideration.</p>



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