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Ashford Hospitality Trust Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in full-service upscale and upper-upscale hotel properties in the U.S. The company owns and operates its assets through its operating partnership, Ashford Hospitality Limited Partnership. All of its hotels are located across the U.S. and operate under the Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Crowne Plaza, and Sheraton brands. Ashford's sole segment is Direct Hotel Investments, through which it owns hotels by acquisition or development. Ashford also provides rest estate investment services, such as mezzanine financing, first mortgage financing, and sales-leaseback transactions. Its revenue streams include Room revenue, Food and beverage revenue, and Other revenue. Room revenue accounts for the majority of total revenue.

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BMO Capital analyst Keith Bachman maintains Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $390 to $425.

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Warren Buffett is a master of making money – and Coca-Cola is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42011977/99-billion-bet-warren-buffett-invests-heavily-in-2-stocks-expected-to-jump-19-and-20-wall-street-analysts-predict">one of his biggest cash cows</a>. In 2024, Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett's investment behemoth, is set to rake in $776 million in Coca-Cola dividends alone.&nbsp;
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That's right: $776 million for holding 400 million shares. According to Moneywise, this massive payout comes from Coca-Cola upping its quarterly dividend to 48.5 cents per share. If you're doing the math, that's $0.485 x 4 x 400,000,000. It&#8217;s not a bad haul for simply sitting on a mountain of Coke stock.
Buffett's love for Coca-Cola isn't just financial – it's personal. The 94-year-old billionaire famously drinks five cans daily and gets roughly 25% of his daily calories from the fizzy stuff. In a 2015 Fortune interview, he admitted, "If I eat 2,700 calories daily, a quarter of that is Coca-Cola. I drink at least five 12-ounce servings. I do it every day."&nbsp;
However, despite being Coca-Cola's largest shareholder and perhaps its most dedicated fan, Buffett doesn't get his favorite beverage for free. As revealed in the 2017 HBO documentary Becoming Warren Buffett, his wife Astrid even goes out of her way to buy the soda on sale. According to Buffett's daughter, Susie, her dad doesn't have room to stockpile the soda, but her mother bought it in bulk for the best price when she was alive.&nbsp;
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Susie also revealed her famously frugal father's second wife, Astrid, also likes to get a deal. "Astrid is more likely to try to find out where it's on sale and buy it on sale."&nbsp;
While it may seem like Buffett has been a Coca-Cola lover forever, he once only drank its rival. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41198368/warren-buffetts-son-who-famously-cashed-in-his-90-000-inheritance-at-19-spends-millions-in-buffe">His son</a>, Howard, even called him "Pepsi Warren." He reportedly drank Pepsi for nearly 50 years before switching brands in the 1980s.&nbsp;
Buffett's switch from Pepsi to Coca-Cola reportedly had to do with his neighbor, Don Keough, a coffee salesperson in Omaha in the 1960s. According to Glen Arnold in The Deals of Warren Buffett Volume 2, Buffett once knocked on Keough's door with a pitch: "If you give me $10,000, I might be able to do something with it." Keough wasn't sold. "I didn't have it, but I could've borrowed it from my father. But can you imagine giving $10,000 to a guy who doesn't get up and go to work in the morning?" he later said. Keough passed on the offer, which Arnold estimated could've grown to $93 million by 2018.
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Years later, Keough climbed the corporate ladder at Coca-Cola, becoming its president and COO in the 1980s. Keough seized the moment when he read in a magazine that Buffett was hooked on Pepsi Cherry. He sent his old neighbor some Cherry Coke samples, calling it the "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/02/37240748/warren-buffett-drinks-5-cans-of-coke-per-day-at-93-years-old-but-he-was-a-dedicated-pepsi-drinker-fo">nectar of the gods</a>." Buffett was hooked. In 1986, he even told Berkshire Hathaway shareholders that Cherry Coke was now the official drink of their annual meeting, cementing his switch – and his eventual investment – in Coca-Cola.
Buffett&#8217;s 400 million shares of Coca-Cola stock represent a massive portion of his investment portfolio, worth over $25 billion at current market prices. But this investment is more than just numbers – it's a perfect example of Buffett's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/can-you-guess-how-many-americans-successfully-retire-with-1-million-saved">long-term approach to investing</a> and his connection to the brand, even if he does have to buy it on sale.&nbsp;
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Warren Buffett Is Set To Collect $776 Million In Coca-Cola Dividends – But Daughter Says His Wife Buys Him The Soda 'On Sale'

BMO Capital analyst Kelly Bania maintains Target (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $160 to $120.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Target, Lowers Price Target to $120

ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZENA#NASDAQ">ZENA</a>) disclosed on Wednesday that it signed the appropriate partner&nbsp;agreements for its supply chain to sell its ZenaDrone 1000 AI drone<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/g42109018/zenatech-signs-blue-uas-and-ndaa-compliant-supply-chain-partners-to-sell-to-us-defense-branches-an" rel="noreferrer noopener"> solutions to US defense branches and NATO forces</a>.
The company recently participated in a Taiwan Trade Mission organized by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) that directly resulted in these partnerships.
ZenaTech confirmed that all electrical components and the supply chain for its ZenaDrone 1000 will comply with the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) standards.
The company previously completed successful paid trials with the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Naval Research, utilizing its drones for transporting critical cargo, such as blood, in field operations.
NDAA compliance involves adhering to the provisions of the National Defense Authorization Act, which sets the annual budget and expenditure guidelines for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) while addressing cybersecurity concerns.
To be NDAA compliant, products must not be sourced from a list of prohibited Chinese manufacturers, covering components such as chipsets, cameras, and displays.
The Blue UAS program is a government-approved supplier list for drone companies seeking to do business with the U.S. DoD. Suppliers must meet strict NDAA cybersecurity and supply chain sourcing standards.
The Green UAS program offers a similar process but with a more streamlined approach and without restrictions on the country of origin for manufacturing.
CEO Shaun Passley, said, &#8220;Our strategic relationship with the Arizona Commerce Authority has resulted in these important NDAA-compliant partners needed in order to qualify for the Blue UAS list. The next step is to complete the Green UAS list process, then we will be ready for the Blue UAS certification to be able to execute our plans to do more business with military organizations in the US, NATO and beyond.&#8221;
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RBC Capital analyst Matthew Hedberg reiterates N-able (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NABL#NYSE">NABL</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $15 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on N-able, Maintains $15 Price Target

Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>) co-founder Charles Hoskinson on Thursday named Coinbase Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) CEO Brian Armstrong for a potential crypto position at the White House, citing his unique position to bridge the gap between the digital asset <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42091821/could-donald-trumps-potential-treasury-secretary-be-out-of-his-depth-on-crypto-policy-polymarket-traders-just-cant-decide-on-a-favorite">industry and federal regulators.</a>
What Happened: Hoskinson <a href="https://x.com/IOHK_Charles/status/1859312190219862175">emphasized</a> the importance of the role being filled by someone &#8220;neutral&#8221; with a deep understanding of blockchain technology and the challenges posed by existing U.S. regulations.
"There is only one candidate that I think stands out in our industry for this role, and that's Brian Armstrong," Hoskinson wrote. 
He cited Armstrong's leadership at Coinbase, a company that has navigated significant regulatory hurdles, as a testament to his ability to unify the industry and drive meaningful policy reform.
A crypto position, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42098407/donald-trump-reportedly-eyeing-the-first-crypto-focused-role-in-the-white-house">reportedly</a> being considered by President-elect Donald Trump's transition team, would mark the first time a White House role is dedicated exclusively to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/40001426/trump-aims-to-make-us-crypto-capital-of-the-planet-well-get-it-done">cryptocurrency policy</a>.
The position is expected to act as a bridge between the White House, Congress, and federal regulatory agencies, aiming to create a cohesive and supportive regulatory framework for digital assets.
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Hoskinson's nomination of Armstrong comes as the blockchain industry anticipates major shifts under Trump's administration, which has promised a more <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41770352/bitcoins-future-under-president-elect-donald-trump-a-look-at-his-crypto-policies">crypto-friendly approach</a>.
Trump's campaign pledges included <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41680397/who-will-replace-gary-gensler-the-top-candidates-for-sec-chair-after-the-election">firing SEC Chair Gary Gensler</a>, scaling back regulatory oversight, and creating a presidential advisory council on cryptocurrency.
Hoskinson expressed his belief that Armstrong's experience would enable him to build a "broad tent coalition" to unite the fragmented crypto industry. 
He also announced his own efforts to support the policy framework, revealing plans to meet lawmakers in Washington, D.C., and launch an initiative called Operation Baseline. 
This project will survey the cryptocurrency industry to identify inefficiencies and propose actionable solutions for policymakers.
"The time has come to get this done so that we all can get back to work changing the world," Hoskinson said.
Armstrong, who recently endorsed Trump's newly announced Department of Government Efficiency, is no <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42084945/coinbase-ceo-brian-armstrong-backs-doge-initiative-how-blockchain-could-transform-government-efficiency">stranger to public policy debates. </a>
Armstrong described DOGE as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" to streamline government operations, reduce waste, and enhance economic freedom. 
His vision aligns with blockchain's potential to improve transparency, reduce fraud, and simplify complex bureaucratic processes.
The creation of a crypto role could provide Armstrong with the platform to advocate for initiatives such as blockchain-driven transparency in government and Armstrong's own fiscal policy proposals, including a constitutional amendment to cap government spending.
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Super Micro Computer. Our analysis of options history for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 38% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $2,286,540, and 9 were calls, valued at $866,659.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $24.0 and $75.0 for Super Micro Computer, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Super Micro Computer's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Super Micro Computer's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $24.0 to $75.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Super Micro Computer Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732201572_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<thead>
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<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>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$50.3</td>
<td>$48.1</td>
<td>$48.8</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$1.4M</td>
<td>551</td>
<td>298</td>
</tr>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$29.95</td>
<td>$28.6</td>
<td>$29.25</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$731.2K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$312.3K</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
<td>455</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$6.5</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$205.4K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td>335</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$115.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
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</tbody>
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<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
In light of the recent options history for Super Micro Computer, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Super Micro Computer's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 21,385,693, the price of SMCI is up 7.98% at $27.86. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 12 days.</li>
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</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 BAC, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Bank of America.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 62% bullish and 37%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $27,620, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $677,470.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $45.0 and $48.0 for Bank of America, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Bank of America stands at 10933.33, with a total volume reaching 15,601.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Bank of America, situated within the strike price corridor from $45.0 to $48.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Bank of America Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732201567_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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$183.2K</td>
<td>12.5K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$142.5K</td>
<td>26.4K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td>26.4K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>$1.63</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$82.5K</td>
<td>23.2K</td>
<td>506</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$77.2K</td>
<td>12.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Bank of America</h3>
Bank of America is one of the largest financial institutions in the United States, with more than $3.0 trillion in assets. It is organized into four major segments: consumer banking, global wealth and investment management, global banking, and global markets. Bank of America's consumer-facing lines of business include its network of branches and deposit-gathering operations, retail lending products, credit and debit cards, and small-business services. The company's Merrill Lynch operations provide brokerage and wealth-management services, as does its private bank. Wholesale lines of business include investment banking, corporate and commercial real estate lending, and capital markets operations. Bank of America has operations in several countries but is primarily US-focused.
In light of the recent options history for Bank of America, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Bank of America's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,855,697, the price of BAC is up by 1.17%, reaching $46.6.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 56 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Bank of America</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $55.333333333333336.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MSTR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 348 extraordinary options activities for MicroStrategy. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 30% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 68 are puts, totaling $8,017,465, and 280 are calls, amounting to $41,504,526.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $69.0 to $990.0 for MicroStrategy over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for MicroStrategy's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of MicroStrategy's whale activity within a strike price range from $69.0 to $990.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>MicroStrategy Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732201562_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>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$261.0</td>
<td>$237.45</td>
<td>$253.92</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
<td>$1.3M</td>
<td>980</td>
<td align="right">257</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$215.15</td>
<td>$198.5</td>
<td>$202.92</td>
<td>$890.00</td>
<td>$1.1M</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">270</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$43.8</td>
<td>$41.5</td>
<td>$43.8</td>
<td>$472.50</td>
<td>$701.6K</td>
<td>322</td>
<td align="right">210</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$44.65</td>
<td>$39.85</td>
<td>$39.65</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$669.9K</td>
<td>567</td>
<td align="right">336</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$123.0</td>
<td>$113.2</td>
<td>$116.0</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$425.4K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">263</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About MicroStrategy</h3>
MicroStrategy Inc is a provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software. It offers MicroStrategy Analytics platform that delivers reports and dashboards and enables users to conduct ad hoc analysis and share insights through mobile devices or the Web; MicroStrategy Server, which provides analytical processing and job management. The company's reportable operating segment is engaged in the design, development, marketing, and sales of its software platform through licensing arrangements and cloud-based subscriptions and related services.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding MicroStrategy, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of MicroStrategy</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 15,686,064, with MSTR's price up by 11.48%, positioned at $528.22.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About MicroStrategy</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $349.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity continues to hold a Buy rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $300. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Buy rating on MicroStrategy, maintaining a target price of $300. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $275. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Benchmark continues to hold a Buy rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $300. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from BTIG continues to hold a Buy rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $570. 
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The company plans to introduce Platinum Pro, an advanced version of its Platinum platform, in the first half of 2025. Platinum Pro will feature a streamlined workflow, reducing hands-on time and speeding up processing.
It will support both local and cloud-based data analysis, and introduce a &#8216;Pro Mode&#8217; for custom application development, offering a valuable tool for biopharmaceutical clients.
On the other hand, Quantum-Si will launch Proteus in the second half of 2026.
Proteus is expected to offer advanced capabilities, including ultrasensitive detection of proteoforms, unbiased analysis of complex samples, and a new rapid sequencing chemistry that reduces run time to 90 minutes or less.
The company expects Proteus to serve as the foundational platform for scaling sequencing output, progressing from tens of millions of reads per sample at launch to billions over time.
CEO Jeff Hawkins expects Proteus to &#8220;open broad new markets for diverse applications in protein analysis, driving increased revenue growth that will create significant value for our shareholders.&#8221;
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Yesterday, Quantum-Si announced a collaboration with Nvidia to develop its new proteomics platform.
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JOHN FISHER, Vice President at Federated Hermes (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHI#NYSE">FHI</a>), reported an insider sell on November 20, according to a new SEC filing. 
What Happened: FISHER opted to sell 7,817 shares of Federated Hermes, according to a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001056288/000095017024129240//Archives/edgar/data/1056288/000095017024129240/0000950170-24-129240-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The transaction's total worth stands at $323,336.
In the Thursday's morning session, Federated Hermes's shares are currently trading at $41.42, experiencing a down of 0.0%.
<h3>Discovering Federated Hermes: A Closer Look</h3>
Federated Hermes provides asset-management services for institutional and individual investors. The firm had $782.7 billion in managed assets at the end of June 2024, composed of equity (10%), multi-asset (less than 1%), fixed-income (12%), alternative (3%), and money market (75%) funds. The firm's cash-management operations are expected to generate around 50% of Federated's revenue this year, compared with 28%, 12%, and 10%, respectively, for the equity, fixed-income, and alternatives/multi-asset operations. The company's products are distributed via trust banks, wealth managers, and retail broker/dealers (64% of AUM), institutional investors (27%), and international clients (9%).
<h3>Federated Hermes's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Growth: Federated Hermes'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 1.44%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 66.7%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Federated Hermes's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 1.06.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Federated Hermes's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.41.
Valuation Overview:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 13.11, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 2.08, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry averages at 7.75, Federated Hermes could be considered undervalued.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Why Insider Transactions Are Key in Investment Decisions</h3>
In the complex landscape of investment decisions, investors should approach insider transactions as part of a comprehensive analysis, considering various elements.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Transaction Codes Worth Your Attention</h3>
Navigating through the landscape of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes 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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