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Editor&#8217;s Note: This story has been updated to include a statement from a Walmart spokesperson.
Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) shares are trading lower on Monday. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed a lawsuit against the company and Branch Messenger over concerns regarding junk fees. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42656254/tech-stocks-eye-christmas-gains-microstrategy-tumbles-as-bitcoin-dips-to-93000-whats-driving-markets-monday">you need to know</a>.
The Details: The CFPB has <a href="https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-sues-walmart-and-branch-messenger-for-illegally-opening-deposit-accounts-for-more-than-one-million-delivery-drivers/#:~:text=WASHINTON%2C%20D.C.%20%E2%80%93%20Today%2C%20the,they%20could%20access%20their%20earnings">alleged</a> that Walmart and Branch Messenger forced drivers to open deposit accounts filled with junk fees. The regulator sued Walmart and Branch Messenger on Monday for requiring drivers to use costly deposit accounts to get paid and deceiving drivers about how they could access earnings.
The suit claims that Walmart opened accounts for &#8220;last mile&#8221; drivers in its Spark Driver program and told workers that they would be fired if they did not use the specific accounts. Furthermore, the lawsuit alleges that Walmart misled drivers about the availability of same-day access to earnings. 
"Walmart made false promises, illegally opened accounts, and took advantage of more than a million delivery drivers," said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. "Companies cannot force workers into getting paid through accounts that drain their earnings with junk fees."
A Walmart spokesperson told Benzinga that the CFPB lawsuit contains &#8220;exaggerations and blatant misstatements.&#8221;
&#8220;The CFPB's rushed lawsuit is riddled with factual errors and contains exaggerations and blatant misstatements of settled principles of law. The CFPB never allowed Walmart a fair opportunity to present its case during their rushed investigation. We look forward to vigorously defending the Company before a court that, unlike the CFPB, honors the due process of law,&#8221; a Walmart spokesperson said.
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The lawsuit claims that drivers were forced to navigate a complicated process to access their funds, and then encountered additional delays or fees when they opted to transfer the money to an account of their choice.
The government oversight agency stated that Spark Drivers paid over $10 million in junk fees to Branch Messenger in order to instantly transfer their earnings to a different account. 
The CFPB also claimed that Branch engaged in other illegal practices including failing to investigate errors, honor stop payment requests, maintain records and provide required disclosures.
According to Reuters, Branch Messenger representatives rejected the claims and accused the CFPB of &#8220;rushing&#8221; to file a lawsuit in an attempt to gain media traction. 
&#8220;Branch stands behind its model and services and we will defend this action vigorously,&#8221; the company reportedly said. 
WMT Price Action: At the time of writing, Walmart stock was down 2.01% at $90.39, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 6.67% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.03%. Currently, Microsoft has a market capitalization of $3.26 trillion. 
Buying $1000 In MSFT: If an investor had bought $1000 of MSFT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $16,417.41 today based on a price of $439.08 for MSFT at the time of writing.
<h3>Microsoft's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735071310_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
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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In the current session, Cigna Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>) is trading at $279.01, after a 0.93% drop. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 16.40%, and in the past year, by 6.38%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

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<h3>Evaluating Cigna P/E in Comparison to Its 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. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 39.5 in the Health Care Providers &amp; Services industry, Cigna Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 26.69. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Caesars Entertainment.
Looking at options history for Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>) we detected 9 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 55% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 33% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $59,972 and 7, calls, for a total amount of $592,126.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $25.0 and $50.0 for Caesars Entertainment, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Caesars Entertainment's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Caesars Entertainment's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $25.0 to $50.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Caesars Entertainment 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735070434_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$180.0K</td>
<td>706</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$179.8K</td>
<td>706</td>
<td>3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$76.9K</td>
<td>18.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$64.4K</td>
<td>18.5K</td>
<td>935</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$34.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>764</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Caesars Entertainment</h3>
Caesars Entertainment includes about 50 domestic gaming properties across Las Vegas (49% of 2023 EBITDAR before corporate expenses) and regional (48%) markets. Additionally, the company hosts managed properties and digital assets, the later of which produced marginal EBITDA in 2023. Caesars' US presence roughly doubled with the 2020 acquisition by Eldorado, which built its first casino in Reno, Nevada, in 1973 and expanded its presence through prior acquisitions to over 20 properties before merging with legacy Caesars. Caesars' brands include Caesars, Harrah's, Tropicana, Bally's, Isle, and Flamingo. Also, the company owns the US portion of William Hill (it sold the international operation in 2022), a digital sports betting platform.
<h3>Caesars Entertainment's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,413,670, the CZR's price is up by 1.43%, now at $33.36. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 56 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Caesars Entertainment</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $56.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities has decided to maintain their Market Outperform rating on Caesars Entertainment, which currently sits at a price target of $57. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for Caesars Entertainment, targeting a price of $55. 
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Goldman Sachs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with GS, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 51 uncommon options trades for Goldman Sachs Gr.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 49%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 8 are puts, for a total amount of $470,050, and 43 are calls, for a total amount of $3,308,371.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $150.0 to $600.0 for Goldman Sachs Gr over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Goldman Sachs Gr's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Goldman Sachs Gr's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $150.0 to $600.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Goldman Sachs Gr Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735070429_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$432.4</td>
<td>$426.35</td>
<td>$428.69</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$428.6K</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$432.35</td>
<td>$426.05</td>
<td>$428.56</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$428.5K</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$428.75</td>
<td>$422.75</td>
<td>$424.48</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$254.6K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$428.2</td>
<td>$422.75</td>
<td>$424.66</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$212.3K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$428.2</td>
<td>$422.75</td>
<td>$424.71</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$169.8K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">16</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Goldman Sachs Gr</h3>
Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking and asset management firm. Approximately 20% of its revenue comes from investment banking, 45% from trading, 20% from asset management and 15% from wealth management and retail financial services. Around 60% of the company's net revenue is generated in the Americas, 15% in Asia, and 25% in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Goldman Sachs Gr, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Goldman Sachs Gr Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 912,290, the GS's price is up by 2.23%, now at $583.5. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 22 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Goldman Sachs Gr</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $614.6666666666666.
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&#x2A; An analyst from HSBC downgraded its action to Hold with a price target of $608. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods persists with their Outperform rating on Goldman Sachs Gr, maintaining a target price of $686. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Goldman Sachs Gr, which currently sits at a price target of $550. 
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This Is What Whales Are Betting On Goldman Sachs Gr

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Block (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with SQ, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 23 uncommon options trades for Block.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 30% bullish and 52%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $258,905, and 18 are calls, for a total amount of $1,168,835.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $60.0 and $125.0 for Block, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Block's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Block's significant trades, within a strike price range of $60.0 to $125.0, over the past month.
<h3>Block Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735070424_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$31.4</td>
<td>$30.55</td>
<td>$30.91</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$154.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>57</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$145.0K</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.9</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$127.5K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>119</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$16.0</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$83.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$78.1K</td>
<td>11.6K</td>
<td>487</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Block</h3>
Founded in 2009, Block provides payment services to merchants, along with related services. The company also launched Cash App, a person-to-person payment network. In 2023, Square's payment volume was a little over $200 million.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Block, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Block</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,191,611, the price of SQ is up by 2.01%, reaching $91.08.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Block</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $96.4.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $105. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Underweight rating on Block, maintaining a target price of $65. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from BMO Capital lowers its rating to Market Perform with a new price target of $100. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $102. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Macquarie has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $110. 
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Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 10.5% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.87%. Currently, Alphabet has a market capitalization of $2.40 trillion. 
Buying $1000 In GOOGL: If an investor had bought $1000 of GOOGL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,883.87 today based on a price of $196.15 for GOOGL at the time of writing.
<h3>Alphabet's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735070421_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 4 analysts have published ratings on Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BHLB#NYSE">BHLB</a>) in the last three months.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Berkshire Hills Bancorp, revealing an average target of $34.12, a high estimate of $39.00, and a low estimate of $31.00. Marking an increase of 10.06%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $31.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735070418_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Berkshire Hills Bancorp among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration 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>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$34.50</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Arfstrom</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laurie Havener Hunsicker</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: 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 Berkshire Hills Bancorp. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Berkshire Hills Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Berkshire Hills Bancorp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Berkshire Hills Bancorp's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Berkshire Hills Bancorp Better</h2>
Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc is a holding company. It provides Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Private Banking and Wealth Management services.
<h3>Berkshire Hills Bancorp: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Berkshire Hills Bancorp's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 1.64%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's 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.
Net Margin: Berkshire Hills Bancorp's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 34.23%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Berkshire Hills Bancorp's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.6%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Berkshire Hills Bancorp's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.31%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Berkshire Hills Bancorp's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.66, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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WEBUY GLOBAL LTD. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBUY#NASDAQ">WBUY</a>) shares are trading higher on Tuesday after the company disclosed the success of its Disney cruise campaign, driven by its<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42667694/webuy-global-ltd-achieves-milestone-disney-cruise-sales-with-ai-powered-travel-assistant-micky1-0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> innovative </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42667694/webuy-global-ltd-achieves-milestone-disney-cruise-sales-with-ai-powered-travel-assistant-micky1-0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Micky1.0 Travel AI</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42667694/webuy-global-ltd-achieves-milestone-disney-cruise-sales-with-ai-powered-travel-assistant-micky1-0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> on WhatsApp</a>.
Earlier this month, the company had launched <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42433143/webuy-global-ltd-launches-revolutionary-travel-ai-micky1-0-on-whatsapp-delivering-travel-assistanc">Micky1.0, available through WhatsApp</a>.
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Micky1.0 supports multiple languages (English, Malay, Chinese) and communicates via both voice and text, streamlining trip planning for group tours and independent travel.
Webuy&#8217;s Disney cruise campaign utilized its digital marketing expertise to channel leads to Micky1.0.
The campaign showcased the company&#8217;s ability to enhance customer engagement and achieve strong financial outcomes through advanced AI and personalized service integration.
Micky1.0 handled customer inquiries, delivered real-time quotes, and offered tailored recommendations, seamlessly transitioning qualified leads to travel consultants for finalizing bookings.
This approach demonstrated the effective integration of advanced technology with human expertise.
Also, this month, Webuy progressed to the next phase of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42504720/webuy-advances-to-next-phase-of-nvidias-ai-accelerator-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NVIDIA</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42504720/webuy-advances-to-next-phase-of-nvidias-ai-accelerator-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8216;s AI Accelerator Program</a>.
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AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) won the Federal Communications Commission&#8217;s consent to replace old copper home phone lines with new <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telecom" rel="noreferrer noopener">wireless landline technology</a>.
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However, it could open the door to more neighborhoods.
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Previously the telecom company launched a landline option that was compatible with home handsets, leveraging its wireless phone network with the internet as a backup.
AT&amp;T <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42291862/att-boosts-2024-guidance-targets-22-billion-annual-capital-investment-through-2027-more" rel="noreferrer noopener">targets updating its</a> 5G network and expanding its fiber coverage to 50 million locations by 2029, including retiring its legacy copper network operations.
The company expects to produce over $50 billion in financial capacity over the next three years, mainly through organic growth for 2025-2027, backed by $22 billion in annual capital investment. AT&amp;T eyes $40 billion in shareholder return through $20 billion in dividends and $20 billion in repurchases during the period.
Goldman Sachs analyst James Schneider&nbsp;flagged AT&amp;T&#8217;s aggressive <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42041442/att-leverages-fiber-expansion-analyst-forecasts-strong-returns" rel="noreferrer noopener">expansion of its</a> fiber network across the U.S., which has the potential to drive broadband revenue growth and offset legacy declines. Schneider noted AT&amp;T leveraging cross-selling opportunities between fiber and wireless services to boost per-customer returns.
With the ongoing implementation of its copper decommissioning plan, Schneider observed that AT&amp;T&#8217;s Wireline margins may improve even as legacy revenues decline. He projected potential cost savings of $4.5 billion from these initiatives.
AT&amp;T stock surged over 33% year-to-date. Investors can gain exposure to the stock through iShares MSCI ACWI ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACWI#NASDAQ">ACWI</a>) and Avantis U.S. Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVUS#NYSE">AVUS</a>).
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In the current session, the stock is trading at $17.29, after a 0.23% increase. Over the past month, American Airlines Gr Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) stock increased by 18.51%, and in the past year, by 24.02%. 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.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735069507_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>A Look at American Airlines Gr P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of 12.83 in the Passenger Airlines industry, American Airlines Gr Inc. has a higher P/E ratio of 41.07. Shareholders might be inclined to think that American Airlines Gr Inc. might perform better than its industry group. It's also possible that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735069507_1.png" alt="Guage" />

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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Ohio Gov. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/06/39167951/trump-influence-in-ohio-cannabis-legalization-gun-violence-dewine-opens-up-on-crucial-issues">Mike DeWine</a> and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted traveled to Mar-a-Lago Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/jd-vance">J.D. Vance</a>, fueling speculation about the upcoming appointment to fill Vance&#8217;s soon-to-be-vacant U.S. Senate seat.
The governor and Husted's team <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/politics/ohio-politics/ohio-gov-dewine-and-lt-gov-husted-visit-trump-vance-ahead-of-u-s-senate-appointment" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">confirmed</a> to News5 Cleveland &#8220;that the pair were in Mar-a-Lago recently to meet with Trump and Vance," but  would not comment on their conversation. A week before, DeWine said he had spoken with Trump and Vance about the appointment.
"This has to be someone who really wants to do the job and do the work and who we think has the ability to do it," DeWine reportedly said.
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The presence of Ohio's Husted at the Mar-a-Lago visit heightened speculation about DeWine's longtime political ally being invited along to ultimately gain Trump's approval.
Vance, who will resign his Senate seat to assume the vice presidency, leaves behind a position highly coveted in Ohio's political landscape. DeWine has implied his intention to select a candidate who can not only win the 2026 primary and general election but also secure reelection in 2028 to complete the term.
"I continue to interview people regarding their interest in going to the United States Senate," DeWine said.
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On Tuesday, Eversource Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ES#NYSE">ES</a>) announced its acquisition of a 26-acre portion of the Mystic property from Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>).
This acquisition is part of Eversource&#8217;s broader plan to support Massachusetts&#8217; clean energy transition while maintaining <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42671838/eversource-acquires-mystic-property-from-constellation" rel="noreferrer noopener">reliable service across New England.</a>
The Mystic site, located in Everett, holds significant potential to become a multi-use energy interconnection hub for large-scale renewable sources like offshore wind, hydro, battery storage, and even nuclear energy.
The existing infrastructure and its strategic location make it an ideal site for electrification and addressing the region&#8217;s energy reliability needs.
Eversource has yet to outline specific plans for the property but aims to collaborate with Massachusetts, Everett officials, and other stakeholders to develop a plan for next year.
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The site, adjacent to a proposed soccer stadium, could play a critical role in improving electric reliability in New England, helping Massachusetts meet its electrification and decarbonization goals.
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The purchase of the Mystic property also offers a chance to enhance grid reliability, mitigate potential congestion in the regional transmission system, and ease the integration of renewables. However, the transaction will not immediately impact customer bills, allowing Eversource to plan and develop the site without additional financial burdens on consumers.
Price Action: ES shares closed higher by 0.17% to $57.28 on Tuesday.
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MultiPlan Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPLN#NYSE">MPLN</a>) shares surged on Tuesday after it disclosed a comprehensive refinancing plan to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42669121/multiplan-announces-comprehensive-refinancing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">extend the maturities of its entire debt structure</a>.
The company has entered into a Transaction Support Agreement with key noteholders and lenders, collectively representing approximately 78% of its outstanding debt.
This includes replacing existing revolving credit commitments with $350 million in new &#8220;first-out&#8221; first lien revolving credit, extending maturity from Aug. 24, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2029.
The plan offers to exchange term loans maturing in 2028 for up to $325 million in new &#8220;first-out&#8221; first lien term loans and $1.14 billion in new &#8220;second-out&#8221; first lien term loans, both maturing in 2030.
Additionally, existing senior secured, unsecured, and convertible notes will be exchanged for a mix of new debt instruments with staggered maturities and interest structures.
MultiPlan seeks consent to eliminate most covenants and default provisions on old notes, release collateral on senior secured notes, and amend the 2021 First Lien Credit Agreement by removing covenants and guarantors.
The company will finalize related documents under the Transaction Support Agreement to improve financial flexibility and extend debt maturities, aligning with its strategic objectives.
Completion is contingent upon the fulfillment or waiver of customary closing conditions.
Chief Executive Officer of MultiPlan Travis Dalton said, &#8220;This refinancing extends our debt maturities and will ensure that our capital structure enables us to operate as efficiently and sustainably as possible,&#8221;
&#8220;We&#8217;re grateful for the broad-based backing from investors who support our Vision 2030 transformation plan and contributed to this attractive refinancing.&#8221; 
&#8221;This successful outcome will help our leadership team execute our transformation into a data and technology-forward company focused on cost management, improving quality and transparency in healthcare.&#8221;
As of the third quarter of 2024, unrestricted cash and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41739354/multiplan-reports-third-quarter-2024-results-and-updates-2024-guidance" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> cash equivalents stood at $86.6 million</a>.
Price Action: MPLN shares rose 90.9% to $12.24 on Tuesday.
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Medtronic's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDT#NYSE">MDT</a>) short percent of float has fallen 16.13% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 10.01 million shares sold short, which is 0.78% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.35 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>Medtronic Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735068618_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Medtronic has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Medtronic'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>, Medtronic's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.63%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Looking Into Medtronic's Recent Short Interest

Penumbra's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEN#NYSE">PEN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.8% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.85 million shares sold short, which is 6.83% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 6.27 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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Penumbra Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735068613_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Penumbra has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Penumbra'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>, Penumbra's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.37%, which means the company has more 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

(PEN) - Analyzing Penumbra's Short Interest

Viper Energy's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NYSE">VNOM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 11.22% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.30 million shares sold short, which is 7.04% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 8.36 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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Viper Energy Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735068608_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Viper Energy has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Viper Energy'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>, Viper Energy's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.25%, 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Looking Into Viper Energy's Recent Short Interest

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Uber Technologies.
Looking at options history for Uber Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) we detected 39 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 48% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 41% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 15 are puts, for a total amount of $2,424,923 and 24, calls, for a total amount of $1,899,803.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $32.5 to $100.0 for Uber Technologies over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Uber Technologies's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Uber Technologies's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $32.5 to $100.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Uber Technologies Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735067728_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$1.1M</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$29.65</td>
<td>$28.15</td>
<td>$28.53</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$567.8K</td>
<td>853</td>
<td>199</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$1.71</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$390.6K</td>
<td>17.1K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$150.7K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
<td>450</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$139.5K</td>
<td>738</td>
<td>301</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Uber Technologies</h3>
Uber Technologies is a technology provider that matches riders with drivers, hungry people with restaurants and food delivery service providers, and shippers with carriers. The firm's on-demand technology platform could eventually be used for additional products and services, such as autonomous vehicles, delivery via drones, and Uber Elevate, which, as the firm refers to it, provides "aerial ride-sharing." Uber Technologies is headquartered in San Francisco and operates in over 63 countries with over 150 million users who order rides or food at least once a month.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Uber Technologies, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Uber Technologies</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 7,840,012, the UBER's price is down by -0.23%, now at $61.73. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 43 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Uber Technologies</h3>
Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $96.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $90. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Tigress Financial continues to hold a Buy rating for Uber Technologies, targeting a price of $103. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from JMP Securities downgraded its rating to Market Outperform, setting a price target of $95. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
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What the Options Market Tells Us About Uber Technologies

Intuitive Machines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) shares ripped higher on Tuesday. The stock appears to have traded up on continued momentum after the company announced Monday that it secured additional contracts from NASA&#8217;s Near Space Network <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/24/12/42647377/intuitive-machines-stock-is-moving-higher-monday-whats-going-on">for Direct-To-Earth (DTE) services</a>.
The Details: Intuitive Machines received two new contract awards from NASA's Near Space Network under subcategories 1.2 and 1.3 on Monday. 
Subcategory 1.2 covers DTE Geostationary to Cislunar DTE Services, including enhanced data transmission capabilities and autonomous operations. Subcategory 1.3 is Cislunar DTE Services, which addresses mission needs for highly elliptical orbits and deep space operations.
The contracts are firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity task orders designed to bolster NASA&#8217;s Lunar Exploration Ground Segment. The project timelines for the contracts span February 2025 to September 2029, with an optional five-year extension that could extend the contracts through September 2034.
&#8220;We are privileged to help NASA deliver essential data and transmission services that support missions navigating the critical pathways between Earth, the Moon, and beyond,&#8221; said Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus. 
&#8220;We believe these new awards complement our existing NSN contract and will expand our space communications and navigation service offerings. They position us to capitalize on the $4.82 billion maximum potential value of the NSN contract, while supporting NASA&#8217;s Artemis campaign and commercial endeavors to expand the lunar economy.&#8221;
Intuitive Machines made history earlier this year when its moon lander Odysseus landed on the surface of the moon. The company is targeting launch of its second lunar mission in February 2025.
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LUNR Price Action: Intuitive Machines shares closed Tuesday up 14.2% at $16.65, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Image: courtesy of Intuitive Machines.

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on McDonald's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with MCD, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for McDonald's.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 37% bullish and 62%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $42,340, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $774,629.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $265.0 to $320.0 for McDonald's over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of McDonald's stands at 355.71, with a total volume reaching 1,917.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in McDonald's, situated within the strike price corridor from $265.0 to $320.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>McDonald's Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735067723_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MCD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$16.9</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$179.6K</td>
<td>161</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MCD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.26</td>
<td>$2.12</td>
<td>$2.12</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$168.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MCD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$151.8K</td>
<td>504</td>
<td align="right">476</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MCD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/03/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$292.50</td>
<td>$124.0K</td>
<td>64</td>
<td align="right">479</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MCD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$65.3K</td>
<td>504</td>
<td align="right">211</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About McDonald's</h3>
McDonald's is the largest restaurant owner-operator in the world, with 2023 system sales of $130 billion across nearly than 42,000 stores and 115 markets. McDonald's pioneered the franchise model, building its footprint through partnerships with independent restaurant franchisees and master franchise partners around the globe. The firm earns roughly 60% of its revenue from franchise royalty fees and lease payments, with most of the remainder coming from company-operated stores across its three core segments: the United States, internationally operated markets, and international developmental/licensed markets.
In light of the recent options history for McDonald's, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is McDonald's Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,418,822, the MCD's price is up by 0.59%, now at $293.0. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 41 days.</li>
</ul>
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The music streaming industry has seen explosive growth in recent years, fueled by a free-to-use model and impressive user expansion. That said, does Spotify Technology's (SPOT) dominant position in this booming sector make it a prime investment opportunity? Read on… Spotify Technology S.A. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SPOT/">SPOT</a>) dances at the forefront of the music streaming market, driven by its massive influence, growing user base, and cutting-edge innovations. With enhanced AI-powered music recommendations and groundbreaking podcast monetization systems, SPOT is reshaping how we consume audio content.
Recently, SPOT unveiled an exciting Beta launch of Music Videos in 85 new markets, expanding the feature to 97 markets worldwide. Premium subscribers can now immerse themselves in the visual worlds of their favorite artists, adding a new layer of engagement to the streaming experience.
Building on its AI edge, SPOT also introduced <a href="https://s29.q4cdn.com/175625835/files/doc_financials/2024/q3/Q3-2024-Shareholder-Deck-FINAL.pdf">the AI Playlist Beta</a> to the United States, Canada, Ireland, and New Zealand. The feature empowers Premium subscribers to craft custom playlists simply by typing prompts, showcasing the company's commitment to making personalization seamless and fun for its users.
Furthering its mission to connect creators and audiences, SPOT has rolled out comments for podcasts. The new feature enhances interactivity, giving podcast creators a direct way to engage with listeners and grow their communities. These innovations underscore SPOT's determination to dominate the digital audio landscape with user-focused improvements.
The company's fiscal 2024 third-quarter report highlights remarkable growth. Total monthly active users soared by 11.5% year-over-year to 640 million, with premium subscribers and ad-supported users climbing to 252 million and 402 million, respectively. The numbers tell a story of sustained user acquisition and deepening engagement.
Investors have plenty to celebrate. SPOT's stock surged 54.2% in the last six months and an extraordinary 159.6% over the past year, closing at $475.24 in the latest trading session. The remarkable performance reflects the company's ability to capitalize on the booming streaming industry, cementing its position as a market leader.
So, let us take a closer look at the factors that could influence SPOT's performance in the near future.
Recent Developments
SPOT's audiobook catalog, with <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-11-26/audiobook-authors-and-publishers-get-a-new-suite-of-tools-with-the-launch-of-spotify-for-authors/">over 300,000 titles and counting</a>, continues to expand its global reach. On November 26, the company launched Spotify for Authors, a platform designed to provide authors and publishers with better tools and data to maximize their success on Spotify.
The new initiative strengthens SPOT's growth by empowering those behind the audiobook content listeners love. By supporting authors and publishers, SPOT could deepen its foothold in the audiobook market, contributing to its overall expansion and continued success in the streaming industry.
In addition, SPOT's partnership with Emirates, announced on November 6, further <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-11-06/emirates-and-spotify-partner-to-take-inflight-entertainment-to-new-heights/">accelerates the company's global reach</a>. With SPOT's curated playlists and podcasts now available on Emirates' award-winning ice system, passengers can enjoy premium audio content, expanding SPOT's presence beyond typical streaming platforms.
These moves not only broaden the company's content offerings but also demonstrate how strategic partnerships and innovations are driving the company's continued growth and global expansion.
Sound Historical Growth
Over the past five years, SPOT's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 18.7%. Meanwhile, its EBITDA rose at a CAGR of 47.7%. Plus, the company's operation income (EBIT) and total assets increased at CAGRs of 62.8% and 16%, respectively.
Furthermore, during the same time frame, the company's net income and EPS grew at respective CAGRs of 8.6% and 7.9%. The sustained performance highlights the company's strong growth trajectory over the last few years.
Strong Financials
For the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, SPOT's revenue increased 18.8% year-over-year to €3.99 billion ($4.21 billion). Its gross profit rose 40.1% from the year-ago value to €1.24 billion ($1.31 billion). Moreover, the company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">operating income</a> increased significantly year-over-year to €454 million ($478.96 million).
In addition, SPOT's net income and EPS attributable to owners of the parent rose 361.5% and 339.4% from the prior year's quarter to €300 million ($316.49 million) and €1.45. As of September 30, 2024, the company's total assets amounted to €10.55 billion ($11.13 billion), compared to €8.35 billion ($8.80 billion) on December 31, 2023.
Favorable Analyst Estimates
Analysts predict SPOT's revenue for the fiscal year ending December 2024 to rise 14.6% year-over-year to $16.32 billion. In addition, its EPS for the ongoing fiscal year is expected to come in at $6.10.
Looking further ahead to the next fiscal year ending in December 2025, SPOT is projected to see additional growth, with revenue and EPS forecasted to rise by 14.8% and 56.8% from the prior year to reach $18.73 billion and $9.56, respectively.
High Profitability
SPOT's trailing-12-month ROCE of 20.70% is 400.2% higher than the industry average of 4.09%. Its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio stands at 1.66x, 236.6% higher than the industry average of 0.49x.
Additionally, SPOT's trailing-12-month net income margin of 4.64% outperforms the industry average of 3.57% by 30%. Moreover, the company boasts a trailing-12-month ROTC of 13.57%, which is 249.9% above the sector average of 3.88%.
POWR Ratings Reflects Optimism
SPOT's solid fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
SPOT boasts an A grade for Growth, highlighting its impressive track record of robust expansion. Moreover, it has a B grade for Quality, which is in sync with its impressive profitability metrics that surpass the industry average.
Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/entertainment-radio/">Entertainment - Radio</a> industry, SPOT is ranked #2 out of 4 stocks. Beyond what is stated above, we have also given SPOT grades for Momentum, Value, Sentiment, and Stability. Get all SPOT ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SPOT/">here</a>.
Bottom Line
SPOT has long led the charge in the free-to-use music streaming model, maintaining its top spot through fair monetization strategies, cutting-edge AI-powered music recommendations, and steady user growth across both paid and non-paid subscribers.
With recent breakthroughs in AI-driven music suggestions and podcast monetization, SPOT's influence continues to soar. Its impressive profitability and robust growth metrics make the company a compelling choice for investors looking to capitalize on its upward trajectory and the expanding potential of the streaming market.
How Does Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) Stack Up Against Its Peers?
Although SPOT's near-term outlook appears sound, it may be worthwhile to explore its industry peers, who currently exhibit even stronger POWR Ratings. So, consider these A (Strong Buy) and B-rated (Buy) stocks from the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/entertainment-media-producers/">Entertainment - Media Producers</a> industry:
Sony Group Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SONY/">SONY</a>)
Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AENT/">AENT</a>)
AMC Networks Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMCX/">AMCX</a>)
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SPOT shares were unchanged in premarket trading Friday. Year-to-date, SPOT has gained 152.91%, versus a 27.18% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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