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Corning's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) short percent of float has risen 6.84% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 10.68 million shares sold short, which is 1.25% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.67 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Corning Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736191811_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Corning has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Corning's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Corning's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.06%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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These are: Annaly Capital Management Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NLY#NYSE">NLY</a>), Corning Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), Energy Transfer LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>) and HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HASI#NYSE">HASI</a>).
Here are the details on their top picks.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Annaly Capital</h2>
With a hefty forward dividend yield of 13.85% (per <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent122024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data), Annaly Capital shines as a beacon for income seekers. 
Analyst Richard Shane expects the mortgage REIT to benefit from a gradual yield curve steepening and rising MBS prices as quantitative tightening eases. 
Trading near $19.76, NLY is viewed as a stable dividend play, supported by mid-teen ROEs and rising interest spreads, according to the analyst. His price target for 2025 is $20.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Corning</h2>
Known for its innovation in glass and fiber optics, Corning offers more than shiny screens. 
Its modest 2.38% yield may seem subdued, but JPMorgan's Samik Chatterjee says this tech titan is poised for high-single-digit revenue growth. 
Riding on data center demand, telecom recovery, and AI-driven innovation, Corning's stock—currently at $48.18—has room to climb to $60 by the end of 2025, the analyst says.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Energy Transfer</h2>
Pipeline powerhouse Energy Transfer is turning heads with a forward dividend yield of 7.06%. 
Analyst Jeremy Tonet sees untapped value in its discounted EV/EBITDA ratio compared to peers. 
With fundamentals like Permian egress and natgas logistics firing on all cylinders, ET, trading at $18.70, appears poised to reach Tonet's $23 target, presenting a compelling opportunity for midstream investors.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HASI</h2>
Sustainability meets income in Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital. HASI's 6.29% yield sweetens the deal for this eco-friendly investment.
JPMorgan's Mark Strouse predicts a brighter outlook thanks to its KKR partnership and investment-grade rating. With shares at $28.72, Strouse forecasts a $42 price by 2025 as HASI reduces its reliance on public capital raises and executes on stable spreads.
Whether you're chasing high yields or balanced growth, these four income plays could be the backbone of your 2025 portfolio. 
From Annaly's robust dividends to Corning's AI-driven potential, JPMorgan's picks are all about turning steady streams into rivers of returns.
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Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintains Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $39 to $48.

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As the tech sector pivots from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">AI-fueled growth</a> to a broader market recovery, JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee highlights a cyclical rebound powering upside for traditional IT infrastructure and industrial tech.
Top picks like Dell Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>), Corning Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) and Coherent Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COHR#NYSE">COHR</a>) are set to ride the next cyclical upswing from recovering demand in servers, telecom, and industrial markets. 
At the same time, the analyst says Arista Networks Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>), Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>) and Amphenol Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APH#NYSE">APH</a>) stand to gain from networking and multi-sector recoveries.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why These Three?</h2>
Chatterjee's strategy banks on recovery beyond AI-driven hype. 
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<li>The resurgence of traditional IT infrastructure demand should position Dell for long-term growth. Infrastructure investments and enterprise upgrades are expected to spearhead Dell's upside.</li>
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<li>Corning brings its diversified industrial tech portfolio to the table. With AI-driven telecom growth and a revival in optical and display markets, Corning is poised to shine as end-market recoveries take center stage.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Coherent, a player in the optical sector, rounds out the trio with its diversified revenue streams. Chatterjee points to margin-expansion opportunities and AI-related synergies as key drivers for this pick, particularly as the company works through inventory digestion challenges.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Broader Tailwind Beyond AI &#8211; Arista, Cisco, Amphenol</h2>
The report underscores a robust cyclical resurgence in critical hardware and networking sectors. After experiencing downturns in late 2023 and early 2024, traditional IT infrastructure markets—encompassing servers, storage, and enterprise networking—are showing signs of substantial recovery. The analyst says companies like Arista Networks, Cisco, and Amphenol are strategically positioned to capitalize on these emerging networking opportunities and multi-market rebounds.
The PC market, for example, is expected to shift gears in 2025, with enterprise/commercial refreshes driving mid-single-digit growth. Similarly, the smartphone market, already seeing modest growth in 2024, is forecasted to accelerate next year, boosted by subsidies in China.
On the networking front, datacenter switches and wireless LANs are primed for the most substantial rebounds in 2025, reflecting enterprises' push toward datacenter investments. 
This sets the stage for Arista and Cisco, both benefiting from secular shifts in cloud and AI-driven networking.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dell, Corning, Coherent Lead The Charge</h2>
JPMorgan's call for a cyclical rebound beyond AI hype highlights a return to fundamentals, with Dell, Corning, and Coherent leading the charge. 
With broader end markets poised for recovery, these names stand out as key beneficiaries in the next phase of tech and industrial growth.
Investors looking for opportunities in a post-AI frenzy market may find this pivot toward a cyclical recovery both timely and lucrative.
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Dell, Corning, Coherent: JPMorgan's Top Picks For Cyclical Recovery 'Beyond AI'

Disclosed on December 11, Stefan Becker, SVP at Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), executed a substantial insider sell as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: Becker's recent Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000024741/000112760224029135//Archives/edgar/data/24741/000112760224029135/0001127602-24-029135-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday unveiled the sale of 17,938 shares of Corning. The total transaction value is $708,726.
Corning's shares are actively trading at $48.38, experiencing a up of 1.57% during Thursday's morning session.
<h3>About Corning</h3>
Corning is a leader in materials science, specializing in the production of glass, ceramics, and optical fiber. The firm supplies its products for a wide range of applications, from flat-panel displays in televisions to gasoline particulate filters in automobiles to optical fiber for broadband access, with a leading share in many of its end markets.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Corning's Finances</h3>
Revenue Growth: Corning's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 6.87%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 33.53%, suggesting potential challenges in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Corning's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of -0.14. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.75, Corning faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Evaluating Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Corning's stock is currently priced at a premium level, as reflected in the higher-than-average P/E ratio of 250.68.
</li>
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 3.27 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Boasting an EV/EBITDA ratio of 23.31, Corning demonstrates a robust market valuation, outperforming industry benchmarks.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: 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.
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<h3>Unmasking the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Trades

Insider Unloading: Stefan Becker Sells $708K Worth Of Corning Shares

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$31.2K</td>
<td>23.0K</td>
<td>46.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$25.9K</td>
<td>10.1K</td>
<td>15.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$41.7K</td>
<td>10.3K</td>
<td>9.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>QBTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
<td>9.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$85.0K</td>
<td>30.6K</td>
<td>7.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/03/25</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$26.3K</td>
<td>258</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$52.8K</td>
<td>33.4K</td>
<td>5.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>14.8K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$45.0K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GLW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$36.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 13, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $139.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.2K, with a price of $156.0 per contract. There were 23050 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 46515 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 718 contract(s) at a $125.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.9K, with a price of $36.0 per contract. There were 10158 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 15573 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 13, 2024. This event was a transfer of 25 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.7K, with a price of $1668.0 per contract. There were 10377 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9274 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For QBTS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 9 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $4.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $60.0 per contract. There were 8091 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9233 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For U (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 37 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 350 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $85.0K, with a price of $243.0 per contract. There were 30674 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7037 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 23 day(s) on January 3, 2025. This event was a transfer of 122 contract(s) at a $23.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.3K, with a price of $216.0 per contract. There were 258 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6925 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $450.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.8K, with a price of $528.0 per contract. There were 33410 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5777 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AVGO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $79.0K, with a price of $791.0 per contract. There were 14859 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5038 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $38.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.0K, with a price of $225.0 per contract. There were 5433 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4766 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GLW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 770 contract(s) at a $49.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 74 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.1K, with a price of $46.0 per contract. There were 1523 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3571 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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<a href="https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_24_5681">https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_24_5681</a>
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation to assess whether Corning may have abused its dominant position on the worldwide market for a special type of glass that is mainly used to protect the screens of handheld electronic devices, such as mobile phones.
Corning, based in the US, is a global glass producer for many industrial and consumer applications. It produces Alkali-aluminosilicate glass (‘Alkali-AS Glass'), a particularly break-resistant glass mainly used as cover for displays of portable electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets, or smartwatches. Corning markets Alkali-AS Glass under the ‘Gorilla Glass' brand, among others.
The Commission has concerns that Corning may have distorted competition by concluding anti-competitive exclusive supply agreements with mobile phone manufacturers (Original Equipment Manufacturers or ‘OEMs') and with companies that process raw glass (‘finishers').
In particular, it appears that in its agreements with mobile OEMs Corning included:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Exclusive sourcing obligations requiring OEMs to source all or nearly all of their Alkali-AS Glass demand from Corning.</li>
<li>Exclusivity rebates granting rebates to OEMs on the condition that they comply with the exclusive sourcing obligations.</li>
<li>‘English clauses' obliging OEMs to report to Corning on competitive offers, and allowing OEMs to accept that offer only if Corning fails to match the price.</li>
</ul>
Additionally, it appears that in its agreements with finishers Corning included:
<ul>
<li>Exclusive purchase obligations obliging finishers to purchase all or nearly all of their Alkali-AS Glass demand, or an important subtype of Alkali-AS Glass, from Corning.</li>
<li>No challenge clauses preventing finishers from challenging Corning's patents.</li>
</ul>
The Commission is concerned that the agreements that Corning put in place with OEMs and finishers may have excluded rival glass producers from large segments of the market, thereby reducing customer choice, increasing prices, and stifling innovation to the detriment of consumers worldwide.
If proven, the behaviour under investigation may breach EU competition rules, which prohibit the abuse of a dominant position (Article 102 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (‘TFEU')).
The Commission will now carry out its in-depth investigation as a matter of priority. The opening of a formal investigation does not prejudge its outcome.
In parallel to the opening of proceedings, the Commission has adopted a Preliminary Assessment summarising the main facts of the case and identifying its competition concerns. To address the Commission's con

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Reported October 5, 2024 'European Commission Opens Antitrust Investigation Into Possible Anticompetitive Practices By Corning Over Cover Glass For Electronic Devices'

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) disclosed a new round of trades that includes bets on billionaires Warren Buffett, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk ahead of the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-election"> 2024 presidential election.</a>
What Happened: Greene disclosed purchasing multiple stocks on Tuesday, with the trades all made on Nov. 1 and tracked on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/marjorie-taylor-greene">Benzinga's Government Trades</a> page for the representative.
Here are the stocks bought by Greene, with each trade disclosed in a range of $1,000 to $15,000:
<ul>
<li>Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>)</li>
<li>Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)</li>
<li>Berkshire Hathaway B (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)</li>
<li>Corning Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>)</li>
<li>Digital Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLR#NYSE">DLR</a>)</li>
<li>Duke Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUK#NYSE">DUK</a>)</li>
<li>Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>)</li>
<li>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</li>
<li>Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</li>
<li>Hershey Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>)</li>
</ul>
Greene previously <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41266843/marjorie-taylor-greene-boosts-stock-portfolio-with-ai-exposure-buys-jpmorgan-and-this-hot-magnif">disclosed several trades</a> in October, which included buying some of the same stocks, including Berkshire Hathaway, Intel, Tesla and Meta Platforms. In September, Greene <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/41031499/marjorie-taylor-greene-stays-loyal-to-trump-keeps-djt-stock-buys-into-warren-buffetts-berkshire-in-l">also bought </a>Berkshire Hathaway and Intel shares.
In May, Greene <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38611874/marjorie-taylor-greene-reveals-new-stock-trades-after-2-year-gap-berkshire-hathway-goldman-sachs">disclosed her first </a>stock purchases in several years, which included Berkshire Hathaway and Hershey shares.
Since May, Greene has been actively trading and adding to positions with a strong interest in technology companies and chip stocks.
Greene's latest positions could raise red flags similar to other investments as she is on the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation. The representative is also on the Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce.
Knowledge of technology and cybersecurity deals could help several stocks held in her portfolio.
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Why It's Important: Greene could also be positioning her portfolio based on the 2024 presidential election, a race which sees the representative supporting Donald Trump.
Chip stocks and technology companies were among <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41584466/these-10-stocks-were-the-best-s-p-500-performers-in-2017-when-trump-was-president-will-history-r">the best performing </a>in the S&amp;P 500 in 2017, Trump's first year in the White House previously. Energy stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41606114/10-s-p-500-stocks-were-worst-performers-in-first-year-of-trumps-presidency-will-they-sink-again">underperformed in 2017,</a> which could make Greene's buy of Duke Energy a bit of a surprise if she is betting on a Trump victory.
Tesla is expected to be a company that benefits from a Trump victory. Tesla CEO Elon Musk endorsed Trump for president and could have a role in Trump's White House.
Trump has spoken out against electric vehicles and wants to eliminate consumer tax breaks for EVs. Tesla could benefit from the elimination of subsidies and tax breaks as they could be more harmful to competitors in the electric vehicle space and not hurt Tesla as much as its peers.
While Greene has been actively buying stocks over the last several months, she has not reported selling her shares of Trump Media &amp; Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>), the Trump co-founded media company that completed a SPAC merger earlier this year.
Greene disclosed buying Digital World Acquisition shares back in October 2021, the SPAC that took Trump&#8217;s media company public in March 2024.
The transaction was done with shares trading between $67.96 to $118.80. A tweet from UnusualWhales pins the purchase price at $94.20, meaning Greene is down significantly on her $15,000 to $50,000 purchase in the Trump-linked stock. Shares of DJT trade at $39.13 at the time of writing.
With the latest stock transactions, Greene increased her holdings in technology stocks along with placing bets on Buffett to continue powering Berkshire Hathaway as the stock trades near a $1 trillion market cap.
Not many can say that their investing portfolios are betting on Trump, Musk and Buffett, but Greene can.
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Oppenheimer analyst Martin Yang reiterates Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $51 to $58.

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Oppenheimer Reiterates Outperform on Corning, Raises Price Target to $58

JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee maintains Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $55 to $60.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Corning, Raises Price Target to $60

In the days leading up to Apple Inc's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41583865/what-to-expect-from-apples-fq4-earnings">highly-anticipated earnings report</a>, a lesser-known stock sent a warning signal to investors regarding the iPhone maker. 
Qorvo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QRVO#NASDAQ">QRVO</a>), which provides parts for smartphones, reported lower-than-expected as part of its earnings report, raising concerns about Apple's iPhone sales.
What Does Qorvo Do? Qorvo is a key supplier for Apple, providing parts for iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. Apple buys wireless chips, antenna equipment and ultra-wideband technology from Qorvo. A significant portion of Qorvo's revenue comes from its partnership with Apple.
Qorvo's Report: While Qorvo beat Street estimates on both EPS and revenue, the supplier reported lower-than-expected guidance, which sent the stock tumbling. Qorvo's CFO, Grant Brown, said that he expects revenue and gross margin to be lower in FY25 compared to FY24.
"Looking forward, the flagship and premium tiers in the smartphone market are holding up well, however, content and ramp profiles vary by model, and we are experiencing unfavorable mix," Brown said on the earnings call. "We expect this to continue in the second half of fiscal 2025."
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Due to this &#8220;unfavorable mix&#8221;and lower guidance, Qorvo's stock tumbled more than 20% Wednesday morning. Apple shares held up relatively well compared to Qorvo, taking a hit of less than 1%.
An analyst at Benchmark, Cody Acree, lowered his rating on Qorvo from Buy to Hold and removed the price target following the report, <a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/qorvo-earnings-stock-price-a88b7b64">according</a> to Barron&#8217;s. Consumers are opting for less profitable entry-tier smartphones compared to more profitable premium and mid-tier phones, explaining Qorvo's weak guidance, the analyst reportedly said.<a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/qorvo-earnings-stock-price-a88b7b64"> </a>
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Benzinga's PreMarket Prep, a daily show broadcast to YouTube covering the most significant headlines moving the markets, covered Qorvo's report on Wednesday morning's show.
PreMarket Prep co-host and professional trader Dennis Dick highlighted weakness in other Apple suppliers, as well as Apple's resilience despite seemingly negative headlines.
&#8220;Apple shrugs it off once again," Dick said.
"This stock is the honey badger stock of all stocks. The news flow has been terrible on Apple, it's had a lot of bad news in the last little while. At least rumors that the iPhone wasn't selling, they're talking about the Vision Pro, that's gone really south, then you had the downgrade from KeyBanc last week, they shrugged that off too." Dick said Skyworks Solutions (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWKS#NASDAQ">SWKS</a>), Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) and Qualcomm Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) are other Apple suppliers showing weakness Wednesday morning following Qorvo's report. Bucking The Trend: Not all Apple suppliers appear to be in the dumps. Corning Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), the main glass supplier for Apple's iPhones and iPads, reported stronger-than-expected earnings Tuesday morning, paired with strong guidance. Corning's positive report could be a potential explanation for Apple's resilience despite the disappointing numbers from Qorvo. Read Next:
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UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $46 to $51.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Corning, Raises Price Target to $51

Throughout the last three months, 7 analysts have evaluated Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</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>Last 30D</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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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>3M Ago</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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $51.43, a high estimate of $55.00, and a low estimate of $47.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 13.21% increase from the previous average price target of $45.43.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730293258_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Corning among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<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>Matthew Niknam</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Niknam</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Martin Yang</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wamsi Mohan</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Roberts</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: 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 Corning. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Corning compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Corning's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Corning's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GLW/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Corning analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Corning: A Closer Look</h2>
Corning is a leader in materials science, specializing in the production of glass, ceramics, and optical fiber. The firm supplies its products for a wide range of applications, from flat-panel displays in televisions to gasoline particulate filters in automobiles to optical fiber for broadband access, with a leading share in many of its end markets.
<h3>Corning: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: Corning displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.25%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 3.2%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Corning's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 0.95%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Corning's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.38%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.77, Corning faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
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. 
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.
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The Latest Analyst Ratings For Corning

Deutsche Bank analyst Matthew Niknam maintains Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $49 to $54.

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on Corning, Raises Price Target to $54

Barclays analyst Tim Long maintains Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $40 to $53.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Corning, Raises Price Target to $53

Wall Street took a breather on Tuesday, with most major indices treading water, while tech stocks saw gains as investors braced for earnings <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41579487/amd-q3-earnings-preview-can-ai-server-gains-help-narrow-the-semiconductor-gap-with-">reports from mega-cap companies.</a>
The Nasdaq 100 rose 0.7%, buoyed by anticipation around upcoming earnings from Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), both set to report after market close.
Elsewhere, the S&amp;P 500 was largely unchanged, the Dow Jones dipped slightly, and small-cap stocks underperformed.
In economic news, U.S. job openings dropped by 418,000 to 7.443 million in September 2024 — marking the lowest level since January 2021 and falling short of the market's expectation of 7.99 million.
The Conference Board&#8217;s Consumer Confidence Index surged, posting its largest monthly gain since March 2021. This suggests that while labor demand may be slowing, consumer sentiment remains robust.
Treasury yields continued to climb during concerns over the U.S. budget deficit and political uncertainty ahead of next week's elections. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note hit 4.33%, the highest level since early July.
Notably, gold prices remained resilient, with the precious metal breaking above the all-time high of $2,770 per ounce as investors sought a hard asset amid fiscal concerns.
The crypto market also saw notable gains. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rose nearly 4% to reach $72,700, nearing its record high of $73,697 set in March. Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) continued its momentum with a 10% rally on Tuesday, following an 11% surge on Monday.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h1>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day % change</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,500.69</td>
<td>0.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,831.03</td>
<td>0.1 %</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,272.72</td>
<td>-0.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,226.40</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:45 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent102824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.1% higher to $581.48.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;dipped 0.3% to $422.93.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose 0.7% to $498.73.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) fell 0.7% to $221.01.</li>
<li>The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up by 1.1%. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 1.7%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports included: 
<ul>
<li>McDonalds Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), down 0.4%, </li>
<li>Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), down 1.7%, </li>
<li>PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), down over 4%, </li>
<li>Ecolab Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ECL#NYSE">ECL</a>), down 1%, </li>
<li>Enterprise Product Partner L.P. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPD#NYSE">EPD</a>) down 0.3%, </li>
<li>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) up 3.5%, </li>
<li>D.R. Horton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHI#NYSE">DHI</a>), down 8.6%, </li>
<li>Phillips 66 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSX#NYSE">PSX</a>), down 3.9%, </li>
<li>MSCI Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSCI#NYSE">MSCI</a>), down 1.5%, </li>
<li>Corning Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>), up 7.8%, </li>
<li>Ford Motor Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NASDAQ">F</a>), down 8%, </li>
<li>SoFi Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NYSE">SOFI</a>), down 6.3%, </li>
<li>Incyte Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWK#NASDAQ">SWK</a>), up 9.4%</li>
</ul>
Among large-cap companies slated to report earnings after the close are Alphabet, Advanced Micro Devices, Visa Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), Stryker Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), Chubb Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>), Mondelez International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>), Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) and Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>).
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Tech Stocks Rise Ahead Of Key Earnings, Gold Smashes Records, Bitcoin Nears All-Time Highs: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

Corning Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) shares are trading higher after the company <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41595556/corning-reports-strong-third-quarter-2024-financial-results-1-highlighting-key-milestones-in-sprin" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported third-quarter&nbsp;2024 results</a>.
Core sales growth of&nbsp;8%&nbsp;year-on-year to&nbsp;$3.73 billion, beating the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$3.72 billion.&nbsp;
The Apple glass supplier&#8217;s core EPS of 54 cents beat the analyst consensus estimate of 52 cents.
<ul>
<li>Display Technologies&#8217; sales grew by 4% year-over-year to $1.015 billion. </li>
<li>Optical Communications sales increased by 36% year-over-year to $1.246 billion — record sales in the Enterprise portion of the business (up 55%).</li>
<li>Specialty Materials sales fell&nbsp;3%&nbsp;year over year to&nbsp;$548 million in the quarter.</li>
<li>Life Sciences sales increased by 6% year-over-year to $244 million</li>
<li>Environmental Technologies sales declined by 15% year-over-year to $382 million.</li>
<li>Hemlock and Emerging Growth Businesses sales declined&nbsp;9% year over year&nbsp;to&nbsp;$298&nbsp;million in the quarter.</li>
<li>The core gross margin increased by 220 bps to&nbsp;39.2%. The adjusted free cash flow was&nbsp;$553&nbsp;million&nbsp;in the quarter.</li>
</ul>
Outlook: Corning expects&nbsp;fourth-quarter&nbsp;core sales of&nbsp;$3.75 billion&nbsp;(consensus&nbsp;$3.67 billion) and core EPS of&nbsp;$0.53-$0.57&nbsp;(consensus&nbsp;$0.52).
Chair and CEO Wendell P. Weeks said, &#8220;In Display Technologies, we implemented price increases and expect to deliver segment net income of $900 million to $950 million in 2025 and to maintain net income margin of 25%. Additionally, in Optical Communications, our new products for generative AI are seeing strong demand and driving record year-over-year growth in our Enterprise business.&#8221;
Yesterday, Corning&nbsp;inked a multi-year agreement with&nbsp;AT&amp;T, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41574625/corning-and-at-t-sign-1-billion-deal-to-supercharge-fiber-network" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">which is valued at over $1 billion</a>.
In September, Corning provided significant updates to its "Springboard" plan of adding more than&nbsp;$3 billion in annualized sales and shared its strategy to&nbsp;achieve a 20%&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40943719/cornings-springboard-plan-set-to-skyrocket-profits-by-2026-ai-and-price-hikes-drive-growth" rel="noreferrer noopener">operating margin by the end of 2026</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to GLW via&nbsp;ProShares Smart Materials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TINT#NYSE">TINT</a>) and&nbsp;Professionally Managed Portfolios Otter Creek Focus Strategy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCFS#NYSE">OCFS</a>).
Price Action:&nbsp;GLW shares are up 8.24% at $50.70 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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