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Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz maintains Sun Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SUI#NYSE">SUI</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $145 to $142.

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Jefferies Maintains Buy on Sun Communities, Lowers Price Target to $142

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Joseph Pantginis reiterates Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAPR#NASDAQ">CAPR</a>) with a Buy and maintains $77 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Capricor Therapeutics, Maintains $77 Price Target

Piper Sandler analyst Christopher Raymond downgrades Biogen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIIB#NASDAQ">BIIB</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowers the price target from $315 to $138.

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Piper Sandler Downgrades Biogen to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $138

Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz upgrades Equity Lifestyle Props (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELS#NYSE">ELS</a>) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from $72 to $80.

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Jefferies Upgrades Equity Lifestyle Props to Buy, Raises Price Target to $80

Last Friday, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency approved Merck &amp; Co Inc&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>) Winrevair (sotatercept) for adult patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Sotatercept is used, in combination with other medicines, to treat PAH in adults with moderate or marked physical activity limitations and improve exercise capacity.
The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sotatercept-approved-to-treat-adult-patients-with-pulmonary-arterial-hypertension-pah" rel="noreferrer noopener">recommended</a> dosing schedule is one injection every three weeks via self-administration.&nbsp;
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In March 2024, the FDA approved&nbsp;Winrevair (sotatercept-csrk), for injection, 45mg, 60mg for adults with PAH to increase exercise capacity, improve WHO functional class, and reduce the risk of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/03/37958211/mercks-11b-bet-pays-as-fda-approves-sotatercept-for-rare-lung-disease" rel="noreferrer noopener">clinical worsening events</a>.&nbsp;
A main study was conducted involving 323 patients with PAH. The study showed that sotatercept was more effective than placebo at improving the ability of adults with PAH to exercise. The main measure of effectiveness was the difference in the distance patients could walk in 6 minutes before and after treatment.
After 24 weeks of treatment, sotatercept given in addition to other PAH medicines, improved the distance patients could walk in 6 minutes by around 34 meters, compared with 1 meter in patients who received a placebo instead. The median (average) treatment difference between the sotatercept and placebo groups was 40.8 meters.
In November, Merck&nbsp;revealed topline results from the Phase 3 ZENITH study evaluating Winrevair (sotatercept-csrk) in adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH, WHO Group 1) functional class (FC) III or IV at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/42169558/why-is-merck-stock-trading-higher-on-monday" rel="noreferrer noopener">high risk of mortality</a>.
ZENITH met its primary endpoint of time to first morbidity or mortality event (all-cause death, lung transplantation, or PAH worsening-related hospitalization of ≥ 24 hours).
Price Action: MRK stock is up 0.56% at $100.04 at last check Thursday.
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First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 6.48% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.82%. Currently, First Citizens BancShares has a market capitalization of $29.56 billion. 
Buying $100 In FCNCA: If an investor had bought $100 of FCNCA stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,554.59 today based on a price of $2113.02 for FCNCA at the time of writing.
<h3>First Citizens BancShares's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning First Citizens BancShares Stock In The Last 20 Years

In the current session, the stock is trading at $35.23, after a 0.53% spike. Over the past month, Antero Resources Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AR#NYSE">AR</a>) stock increased by 10.94%, and in the past year, by 51.55%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

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<h3>Antero Resources P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Antero Resources has a better P/E ratio of 250.36 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 16.4 of the Oil, Gas &amp; Consumable Fuels industry. Ideally, one might believe that Antero Resources Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

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In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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As of Jan. 2, 2025, two stocks in the communication services sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Outbrain Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OB#NASDAQ">OB</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 7, Outbrain posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings. &#8220;We continue to drive improvements in our business model and experience momentum in our growth areas, helping deliver a strong quarter including continuous margin improvement&#8221; said David Kostman, CEO of Outbrain. &#8220;Our beta launch of Moments demonstrates our role as a strategic innovator for the Open Internet, unlocking new potential for media owners and advertisers by bringing social media experiences.&#8221; The company's stock surged around 31% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OB">52-week high of $7.87</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 74.1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>OB Price Action: Shares of Outbrain fell 1% to close at $7.18 on Tuesday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Innovid Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTV#NYSE">CTV</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 21, Mediaocean announced plans to acquire Innovid for $3.15 per share in a $500 million deal. &#8220;From the start, when we founded Innovid 17 years ago, we have been driven by the belief that advertising can be made better for all – and this merger represents a key milestone on that journey, and the people, teams, and passion behind it,&#8221; said Zvika Netter, CEO &amp; Founder, Innovid. The company's stock gained around 82% over the past six months and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTV">has a 52-week high</a> of $3.40.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 72.6</li>
<li>CTV Price Action: Shares of Innovid closed at $3.09 on Tuesday.</li>
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Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz maintains Highwoods Props (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIW#NYSE">HIW</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $35 to $31.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Highwoods Props, Lowers Price Target to $31

Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz maintains Hudson Pacific Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPP#NYSE">HPP</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $3.7 to $3.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Hudson Pacific Properties, Lowers Price Target to $3

Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz maintains Douglas Emmett (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEI#NYSE">DEI</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $17 to $18.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Douglas Emmett, Raises Price Target to $18

China's Ministry of Commerce implemented new trade controls on Thursday targeting U.S. defense contractors and technologies, citing<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42643821/biden-administration-initiates-trade-probe-on-chinese-legacy-chips"> national security concerns. </a>&nbsp;
The Details: In an escalation of ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, China&#8217;s Ministry of Commerce added 28 U.S. companies to an export control list and banned the export of dual-use items with both military and civilian applications to those companies.&nbsp;
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China also added 10 companies to its Unreliable Entity List for participating in arms sales to Taiwan. Those companies are prohibited from doing any business in China and their executives may not enter or live in the country. Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), General Dynamics Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>) and RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) are among the companies affected.&nbsp;
Andrew Gilholm, a China expert at the consulting firm Control Risks,<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/business/china-us-companies-entity-list.html"> told the </a>New York Times that China has taken similar actions on these companies before.&nbsp;
"Most of this is probably at the symbolic level because so many of these entities were already subject to sanctions," Gilholm said.&nbsp;
"What we're seeing is the widening scope and number of entities being added in a single listing," he added.&nbsp;
Why It Matters: The move is seen as retaliation to recent U.S. measures including the Biden administration&#8217;s restrictions on exports of advanced memory chips and chipmaking machinery to 140 Chinese companies and the addition of Chinese firms to the U.S. Department of Commerce&#8217;s Entity List.&nbsp;
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Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz maintains COPT Defense (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDP#NYSE">CDP</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $37 to $35.

Jefferies Maintains Buy on COPT Defense, Lowers Price Target to $35

Jefferies analyst Jonathan Petersen maintains SL Green Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $75 to $69.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on SL Green Realty, Lowers Price Target to $69

SuperCom, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPCB#NASDAQ">SPCB</a>) shares are rocketing on Thursday after the company disclosed securing two new <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/n42764402/supercom-secures-two-new-agency-contracts-in-kentucky-displacing-incumbent-competitors" rel="noreferrer noopener">contracts with major agencies in Kentucky</a>.
SuperCom said it won the contracts by surpassing incumbent providers for each agency, demonstrating confidence in its technologies.
These agreements will implement SuperCom&#8217;s advanced public safety technologies, aiming to improve monitoring capabilities and deliver customized, reliable solutions to meet the agencies&#8217; requirements.
This accomplishment broadens SuperCom&#8217;s U.S. footprint and solidifies its reputation as a dependable electronic monitoring and public safety system provider.
By building direct relationships with government agencies and delivering customized solutions, SuperCom bolsters Kentucky&#8217;s public safety infrastructure with advanced tools aimed at improving offender tracking and promoting rehabilitation.
Ordan Trabelsi, President and CEO, said, &#8220;Our growing presence in&nbsp;Kentucky&nbsp;is part of SuperCom&#8217;s broader U.S. expansion, where we continue to introduce innovative public safety technologies that address the evolving needs of agencies and communities.&#8221;
&#8220;This recent success, accompanied by a stream of new contract wins, highlights the momentum we&#8217;re experiencing across the U.S., as we strengthen our position as a leading provider of electronic monitoring and public safety solutions.&#8221;
Earlier this week, the company announced it secured new contracts<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42729761/whats-going-on-with-supercom-shares-monday" rel="noreferrer noopener"> with&nbsp;South Dakota Sheriff agencies</a>.
This marks SuperCom&#8217;s first expansion into South Dakota, further strengthening its presence in the U.S. South Dakota is the fourth new state the company has entered since August 2024.
Price Action: SPCB shares are up 97% at $9.495 at the last check Thursday.
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U.S. stocks were higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining around 100 points on Thursday.
Shares of NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) rose sharply in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42758540/us-listed-chinese-ev-startups-clock-delivery-growth-in-december-li-auto-tops-the-chart-mona-m03-spurs-xpeng-nios-onvo-breaches-10000-monthly-delivery-milestone">today's trading session</a>.
Nio said it delivered 31,138 vehicles in December, representing a 72.9% year-over-year surge. Its deliveries surged 38.7% year-over-year to 221,970 vehicles in 2024.
Nio shares jumped 5.7% to $4.6100 on Thursday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Butterfly Network, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BFLY#NYSE">BFLY</a>) shares jumped 26.7% to $3.9553.</li>
<li>Nano-X Imaging Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNOX#NASDAQ">NNOX</a>) gained 23.5% to $8.90.</li>
<li>Quantum-Si incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSI#NASDAQ">QSI</a>) jumped 21.4% to $3.2788.</li>
<li>SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAES#NASDAQ">LAES</a>) surged 20.5% to $7.41.</li>
<li>Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MVST#NASDAQ">MVST</a>) gained 17.4% to $2.4299.</li>
<li>Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOVA#NYSE">NOVA</a>) rose 17% to $4.0200.</li>
<li>Uranium Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UEC#NYSE">UEC</a>) gained 11.4% to $7.45.</li>
<li>Unity Software Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>) shares surged 10.7% to $24.88 on the heels of a new post from meme stock trader Keith Gill, also known as &#8220;Roaring Kitty." Gill's latest post on X has sparked speculation that the trader could be planning to invest in shares of Unity Software.</li>
<li>Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) rose 10% to $10.17.</li>
<li>Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RXRX#NASDAQ">RXRX</a>) rose 9.3% to $7.39.</li>
<li>ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIM#NYSE">ZIM</a>) gained 8.5% to $23.30.</li>
<li>IAMGOLD Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) rose 8.2% to $5.59.</li>
<li>QuantumScape Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QS#NYSE">QS</a>) gained 7.5% to $5.58.</li>
<li>Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) climbed 6.8% to $238.87. Constellation said it won $1 billion in combined contracts by US. General Services Administration.</li>
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Kevin O&#8217;Leary, known as &#8220;Mr. Wonderful&#8221; on Shark Tank, is never shy about sharing his financial wisdom. In a series of interviews, he's laid out clear, no-nonsense advice about how much money you need to live comfortably and ensure long-term financial security. Here are the key takeaways from O&#8217;Leary&#8217;s perspective.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The $5 Million Milestone</h2>
O&#8217;Leary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inxY8Kxa2R4">says</a> the ultimate goal for financial security is to have $5 million saved. Why this specific amount? With <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42396510/why-kevin-oleary-thinks-its-easier-getting-to-5-million-from-1-million-than-getting-your-first-milli">$5 million in the bank</a>, earning 6-7% annually can provide a steady income stream to support you and your family for life, regardless of what happens.
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&mdash; Kevin O&#39;Leary aka Mr. Wonderful (@kevinolearytv) <a href="https://twitter.com/kevinolearytv/status/1695131494442803633?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2023</a></blockquote>
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"You can survive the rest of your life no matter what happens, and your family – you can take care of a lot of people," O&#8217;Leary explains. Once you reach that $5 million mark, O&#8217;Leary advises setting it aside and keeping it untouchable. After that, you're free to take risks with any additional money, investing it in opportunities that could grow your wealth further.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Much Is Enough?</h2>
While $5 million may be the ultimate target, O&#8217;Leary recognizes that not everyone needs that much to live comfortably. The amount depends on your lifestyle.
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcpVd9VmE7M">According</a> to O&#8217;Leary, with $500,000 in savings, you can generate 5% annual returns with minimal risk, enough to live modestly without needing additional income. If you&#8217;re comfortable with more risk, you could aim for returns of 8.5-9% by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-stocks">investing in equities</a>.
However, he strongly advises against pouring your money into risky ventures like family-owned restaurants, bowling alleys or bars. "You'll lose your money on that," he warns.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Save $100,000 by Age 33</h2>
For younger people wondering how to start building wealth, O&#8217;Leary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5T1FtXpZjO8">suggests</a> a concrete first goal: save $100,000 by the time you're 33. He acknowledges this might sound daunting but insists it's doable by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-the-50-30-20">saving 20% of your paycheck</a> and investing it to grow at 5-7% annually.
O&#8217;Leary is willing to give you a break if you miss the target – you have until 35 to hit the milestone. Why 33? He calls it the tipping point – the age when saving becomes critical. &#8220;If you haven't saved anything by the time you're 33, you're way behind the 8-ball,&#8221; he says.
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Hitting that $100,000 goal by 33 sets the stage for bigger milestones. O&#8217;Leary recommends aiming for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39993957/can-you-guess-what-percent-of-people-have-500-000-saved-for-retirement-shockingly-its-probably-l">$500,000 by retirement</a> at 60, breaking the decades into manageable saving and investing chunks.
Kevin O&#8217;Leary's advice concerns three key principles: save aggressively, invest wisely and avoid risky ventures. Whether your goal is $100,000, $500,000 or $5 million, the key is starting early and sticking to a plan.
"It's all about lifestyle," O&#8217;Leary says. Understanding your financial needs and making informed decisions now can ensure you're comfortable – and even thriving – later in life.
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