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NANO Nuclear acquires Micro Modular Reactor (MMR&#xAE;) and Pylon technologies, including all associated patents, through a Chapter 11 bankruptcy auction
New York, N.Y., Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) ("NANO Nuclear" or "the Company"), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing portable, clean energy solutions, today announced that it has executed a definitive agreement to acquire select nuclear energy technology assets from Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation and certain of its subsidiaries (collectively, "USNC").
The acquired assets include USNC's patented Micro Modular Reactor (MMR&#xAE;) system, along with all associated patents and other intellectual property rights, as well as its Pylon reactor technology and related intellectual property, and certain demonstration project partnerships related to the MMR system. The assets are being acquired for $8.5 million in cash through an auction process conducted pursuant to Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in connection with USNC's pending Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. On December 18, 2024, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, the Bankruptcy Court overseeing USNC's chapter 11 case, conducted a hearing and approved the transaction. The closing of the acquisition is expected to occur in the near future subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions in a bankruptcy proceeding.

NANO Nuclear Energy Enters Into Agreement To Acquire Ultra Safe Nuclear Corp.'s Patented Micro Modular Reactor MMR And Pylon Space Reactors For $8.5M Along With Worldwide Demonstration Partnerships

In a brief but dramatic Christmas Eve disruption, American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) grounded all flights across the United States on Tuesday due to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42665923/is-stock-market-open-on-christmas-eve-2024-a-quick-guide-for-market-hours-banks-and-whats-closed-for-santa-claus">a temporary technical outage</a>. 
The issue was resolved by 7:50 a.m. ET, with the carrier restoring operations and addressing disruptions caused by the nationwide halt.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Flights Resume After Hours Of Uncertainty</h3>
An hour earlier, the Federal Aviation Administration issued an advisory stating that the carrier had halted all flights across the country, Reuters reports.
Passengers shared their frustration on X before the issue was resolved, with one flyer <a href="https://x.com/SACKsonville17/status/1871513983683067982">reporting</a>, "I just heard from the gate crew that there's a massive system outage and they can't scan boarding passes.&#8221;
The FAA's Air Traffic Control System Command Center later issued an update lifting the nationwide <a href="https://www.fly.faa.gov/adv/adv_otherdis.jsp?advn=26&amp;adv_date=12242024&amp;facId=DCC/DCC&amp;title=AAL+GROUND+STOP+CANCELLATION&amp;titleDate=12/24/24">groundstop </a>for American Airlines.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Airlines Briefly Recover Losses</h3>
Investors were quick to react. American Airlines stock initially plunged over 3% in premarket trading but bounced back, erasing all losses after systems were restored.
A benchmark of airlines stocks, as represented by the U.S. Global Jets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JETS#NYSE">JETS</a>), was 0.6% lower by 8:05 a.m. in New York.
Shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) were both 0.2% higher. Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) was also up 0.2%, while Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) was unchanged. 
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Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Ross Osborn reiterates AVITA Medical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCEL#NASDAQ">RCEL</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $21 price target.

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Railroads (AAR), with its Technology Roadmap Program managed by MxV Rail
Ra'anana, Israel, Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rail Vision Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVSN#NASDAQ">RVSN</a>) (the "Company"), a technology company at the forefront of revolutionizing railway safety and the data-related market, today announced it has joined MxV Rail's Technology Roadmap Program, a distinguished body responsible for formulating minimum interoperable requirements and supporting development of systems to improve operating safety and efficiency of rail operations in North America.
By joining the MxV Rail's Technology Roadmap Program, Rail Vision will contribute to the development of interoperable requirements, positioning itself as a pivotal player in the evolution of rail technology in the U.S. The involvement aligns Rail Vision with influential stakeholders, including Class 1 U.S. rail operators, and enhances its visibility among potential customers seeking innovative safety and automation solutions.
The TCCO committee operates under the auspices of the American Association of Railroads (AAR), with its Technology Roadmap Program managed by MxV Rail, a subsidiary of the AAR. MxV Rail is a renowned entity dedicated to conducting railroad equipment testing and providing training for U.S. member railroads, ensuring compliance with emerging federal standards and advancing rail safety.

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U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Dow futures falling around 0.1% on Tuesday.
Shares of Limoneira Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMNR#NASDAQ">LMNR</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after reporting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LMNR/news">fourth-quarter results.</a>
Limoneira posted an adjusted net loss of $1.6 million, or 9 cents per share, versus a year-ago loss of $2.6 million, or 15 cents per share. Its total net revenue rose to $43.9 million from $41.4 million in the year-ago quarter.
Limoneira shares fell 2.6% to $26.12 in the pre-market trading session.
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<li>Tutor Perini Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPC#NYSE">TPC</a>) dipped 12.1% to $22.01 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Astria Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATXS#NASDAQ">ATXS</a>) fell 11.8% to $8.40 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Jiayin Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JFIN#NASDAQ">JFIN</a>) shares fell 7.5% to $5.95 in pre-market trading. Jiayin Group, last week, announced the purchase of commercial property located in Shanghai, China for total cash consideration of RMB1.35 billion.</li>
<li>AngioDynamics, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANGO#NASDAQ">ANGO</a>) dipped 7.3% to $8.21 in pre-market trading. AngioDynamics will report financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year before the opening bell on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.</li>
<li>Phibro Animal Health Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAHC#NASDAQ">PAHC</a>) fell 5.2% to $20.51 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>ADS-TEC Energy PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSE#NASDAQ">ADSE</a>) shares fell 3% to $13.70 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Vinci Partners Investments Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VINP#NASDAQ">VINP</a>) fell 2.9% to $9.57 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Couchbase, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASE#NASDAQ">BASE</a>) declined 2.4% to $14.91 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEAR#NASDAQ">HEAR</a>) declined 2.3% to $15.60 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Valhi, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VHI#NYSE">VHI</a>) fell 2% to $21.30 in pre-market trading.</li>
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Avita Medical shares are trading higher after D. Boral Capital initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and announced a $25 price target.

The chief business officer and the chief insurance officer of the insurance technology company Lemonade Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMND#NYSE">LMND</a>) sold their shares in the company on Dec. 3, as per the SEC filings. The company&#8217;s technical analysis shows that the stock is under short-term pressure.
What Happened: John Sheldon Peters sold 1,790 shares of the company worth $81,445, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. After the transaction, the chief insurance officer was left with 88,493 shares of the company. He diluted 1.98% of his ownership after the trade.
On the other hand, the chief business officer Maya Prosor sold 304 shares, worth a total of $13,832, as per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga </a>Pro. After the trade, he directly owns 8,684 company shares and 29,286 shares indirectly via Cohen Holdings, LLC. Prosor&#8217;s sale was conducted to cover tax withholding obligations and it wasn&#8217;t a discretionary decision.
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Why It Matters: From a technical perspective, the analysis of daily moving averages indicates that the stock may be under pressure in the short term.
The stock ended at $39.90 apiece on Monday. This was below its eight and 20-day simple moving averages, of $40.95 and $44.42, respectively. As per Benzinga Pro data, its current stock price was higher than the 50-day moving average of $33.92 and its 200-day moving average of $21.50.
This implies that it could still be in a long-term uptrend while it is testing fresh support levels near the average value.
On the other hand, the relative strength index of 49.22 suggests the stock is in a neutral zone and is neither overbought nor oversold.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="http://pro.benzinga.com"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-705897" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart-1024x576.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart-300x169.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart-768x432.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart-1536x864.png 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/24075141/Lemonade-Chart.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>
Price Action: Shares of Lemonade are up 134.15% on a year-to-date basis, outperforming the NYSE Composite, which was up 14.05% in the same period. However, Lemonade has fallen by 21.80% over the last month.
About 12 analysts tracked by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LMND/analyst-ratings">Benzinga </a>have a consensus &#8216;sell&#8217; rating on the stock with a price target of $29.18 per share. The highest price target was $60 issued by JPMorgan on Nov. 22 and the low is $12 issued by BofA Securities on May 4, 2023.
The three most recent analyst ratings have seen a target upgrade by JMP Securities, BMO Capital, and Piper Sandler, however, it still implies a 0.58% downside for LMND.
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>Name</th>
<th align="right">Price</th>
<th align="right">Change ($)</th>
<th align="right">Change (%)</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">238.64</td>
<td align="right">0.57</td>
<td align="right">0.23</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">76.22</td>
<td align="right">0.16</td>
<td align="right">0.21</td>
<td>622</td>
</tr>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">84.08</td>
<td align="right">0.15</td>
<td align="right">0.17</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">138.90</td>
<td align="right">0.15</td>
<td align="right">0.10</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">48.45</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td align="right">0.06</td>
<td>10.1K</td>
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>Name</th>
<th align="right">Price</th>
<th align="right">Change ($)</th>
<th align="right">Change (%)</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">228.96</td>
<td align="right">-0.21</td>
<td align="right">-0.1</td>
<td align="right">180</td>
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<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> the above sector movers alert assists traders in understanding macro-level trends and market variations. Traders will look for sector movers providing information on sectors that are over- or under-performing, deriving these results into investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. 
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The Pudgy Penguins (CRYPTO: PENGU) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42562051/pudgy-penguins-pengu-token-extends-rally-outperforms-dogecoin-shiba-inu-on-wednesday">meme coin is seeing a surge in interest</a>, fueled by new exchange listings, bullish sentiment and whale accumulation. 
What Happened: Onchain Lens <a href="https://x.com/OnchainLens/status/1871397092125769748">data</a> shows that a newly created wallet acquired 519.99 million PENGU tokens, valued at $14.72 million, via Binance.  
In Mario Nawfal's latest Crypto Daily episode posted on <a href="https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/1871182703816839401">X</a> on Dec 23, Luca Netz, the creator of Pudgy Penguins, shared insights into the project's vision. 
He dismissed the idea that Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) will maintain dominance forever, labeling it as a "bad assumption." 
Netz emphasized that memetic characters like Pudgy Penguins remain underdeveloped and have untapped cultural potential.
He added that in terms of social viewership and other factors Dogecoin and Pepe (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">PEPE</a>) are the only two closest competitors.
Netz short term goal for Pudgy Penguins is to make it a cultural phenomenon which has happened only twice earlier in the crypto space – DOGE and Bored Apes and Ape. 
The next big step for Pudgy he believes is a movie TV show and a blockbuster game.
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<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Market Cap</td>
<td>24-Hour Trend</td>
<td>7-Day Trend</td>
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<td>Pudgy Penguins (CRYPTO: PENGU)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.03558</td>
<td>$2.2 billion</td>
<td>+28.4%&nbsp;</td>
<td>+612.3%&nbsp;</td>
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<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.3198</td>
<td>$47.1 billion</td>
<td>+1.3%&nbsp;</td>
<td>-21.1%&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pepe (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">PEPE</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.00001828&nbsp;</td>
<td>$7.7 billion</td>
<td>+1.4%&nbsp;</td>
<td>+22.3%&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
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Trader Notes: Wizard of SoHo, a prominent crypto trader, <a href="https://x.com/wizardofsoho/status/1871313321644666983">revealed</a> that PENGU is among his three biggest retail bets for 2025, alongside Dogecoin and Chillguy. 
He also holds smaller positions in Pepe, Mog (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">MOG</a>) and Rekt.
Lord Durden, another investor, shared the "PENGU prophecy roadmap," highlighting its future potential.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24PENGU&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$PENGU</a> prophecy roadmap &#x1f427; I don't make the rules &#x1f937;&#x1f3fb;&#x200d;&#x2642;&#xfe0f; GCR does &#x1f525; <a href="https://t.co/3O3lttbXHB">pic.twitter.com/3O3lttbXHB</a>
&mdash; Lord Durden (@LordDurden) <a href="https://twitter.com/LordDurden/status/1871335848148668423?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Community News: Kamino Finance, a Solana DeFi protocol, <a href="https://x.com/KaminoFinance/status/1871492434443817440">announced</a> a "PENGU incentives boost" in collaboration with Pudgy Penguins and JitoSol. Depositors will receive 2,500 JITO and 375,000 PENGU incentives over the next month.
Bithumb, South Korea's largest digital asset platform, <a href="https://x.com/BithumbOfficial/status/1871426950113509529">listed</a> PENGU effective Dec. 24.
Pudgy Penguins' official account celebrated reaching 500,000 holders.
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Ostin Technology Group Co., Ltd. ("the Company") (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ost#NASDAQ">OST</a>), a leading supplier of display modules and polarizers based in China, today announced an update to the effective date of its previously approved reverse share split of the Company's Class A ordinary shares, with the split ratio set at 1-for-10 (the "Reverse Share Split"). The Reverse Share Split was approved by the Company's shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting held on November 25, 2024. The effective date for the Reverse Share Split has been revised from December 26, 2024 to December 31, 2024 and the Company's Class A ordinary shares will begin trading on an adjusted basis, reflecting the Reverse Share Split, on December 31, 2024, under the existing ticker symbol "OST." The new CUSIP number for the Company's Class A ordinary shares will be G67927114.
Upon the effectiveness of the Reverse Share Split, every ten shares of the Company's issued and outstanding Class A ordinary shares as of the effective date will automatically be combined into one Class A ordinary share. This adjustment will reduce the total number of outstanding Class A ordinary shares of the Company from approximately 18.1 million to approximately 1.81 million.

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AGM Group Holdings Inc. ("AGM Holdings" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGMH#NASDAQ">AGMH</a>), an integrated technology company specializing in the assembling and sales of high-performance hardware and computing equipment, released a statement of its CEO Dr. Bo Zhu today, discussing the Company's growth strategies and future initiatives in the cryptocurrency industry.
Dr. Zhu, an experienced entrepreneur in the computer software sector, currently serves as CEO of AGM Holdings. He joined the Company in May 2021 as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) and was appointed CEO and director in October 2023. Dr. Zhu earned his PhD in Computer Science and Technology from Zhejiang University in 2013 and has published over 20 research papers, 19 of which are indexed in SCI/EI (science and engineering). Below are key insights from the interview:

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Golar LNG Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLNG#NASDAQ">GLNG</a>) shares traded lower in the premarket session on Tuesday but recovered from the loss. The company has acquired Seatrium&#8217;s and Black &amp; Veatch&#8217;s minority stakes in the FLNG Hilli, including 5.45% common units, 10.9% <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42666947/golar-acquires-all-outstanding-minority-interests-in-the-flng-hilli" rel="noreferrer noopener">Series A shares, and 10.9% Series B shares</a>.
The total transaction value is $90.2 million, comprising $59.9 million in equity and $30.3 million as a pro-rata share of the existing FLNG Hilli debt facility.
This acquisition represents approximately 8% of the full FLNG capacity.
Golar&#8217;s increased ownership will take full economic effect starting January 1, 2025.
The FLNG Hilli is contracted to Perenco in Cameroon until July 2026, after which it is planned to relocate to Argentina under a 20-year agreement with Southern Energy, a consortium of leading Argentine natural gas producers.
The Southern Energy contract is contingent on conditions such as obtaining an export license, completing an environmental assessment, and a Final Investment Decision by Southern Energy.
Since commencing operations in 2018, the FLNG Hilli has achieved global-leading uptime, delivering 124 LNG cargoes and offloading over 8.5 million tons of LNG.
Additionally, Golar LNG and Seatrium have resolved outstanding items, including a $7 million payment by Golar to Seatrium for a Hilli Train 3 utilization bonus and historical work on the former Golar Gandria LNGC.
Following these settlements, no further contractual obligations regarding existing assets remain between Golar and Seatrium.
Golar CEO Karl-Fredrik Staubo said, &#8220;Golar is pleased to take full ownership of FLNG&nbsp;Hilli. The increased ownership will give immediate cash flow accretion and is expected to add approximately $0.5bn of Adjusted EBITDA backlog.&#8221;
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Exchange Traded Concepts Trust Range Global LNG Ecosystem Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNGZ#NYSE">LNGZ</a>) and Invesco Oil &amp; Gas Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXJ#NYSE">PXJ</a>).
Price Action: GLNG shares are up 0.62% at $42.10 premarket at the last check on Tuesday.
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In the current session, the stock is trading at $195.05, after a 0.22% spike. Over the past month, Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) stock increased by 15.08%, and in the past year, by 38.65%. 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/2024/1735045222_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Comparing Alphabet P/E Against 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. 
Alphabet has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 51.68 of the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735045222_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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According to a recent survey by AutoPacific, nearly half of all future three-row SUV shoppers would consider purchasing one that&#8217;s specifically electric. Several EV companies offer options including Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), and Lucid Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>).
But which to buy?
Comparing 3 SUVs And Their Starting Prices
Tesla&#8217;s three-row SUV offering is its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42496103/teslas-model-s-model-x-and-cybertruck-now-have-the-same-starting-price-which-to-buy">Model X starting at $79,990</a> with an estimated range of 329 miles.
Meanwhile, Rivian offers the R1S SUV, starting at $75,900 for the base version while Lucid has recently started manufacturing the premium variant of its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42432727/lucids-gravity-gets-official-range-estimate-higher-than-teslas-model-x-but-lower-than-its-own-air-sedan">Gravity SUV starting at $94,900</a>.
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Model </td>
<td>Starting Price</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tesla Model X</td>
<td>$79,990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lucid Gravity</td>
<td>$94,900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rivian R1S</td>
<td>$75,900</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
All three vehicles can seat up to 7 adults. While from a price perspective, the Rivian R1S might seem like a great buy, the base variant of the vehicle only offers a range of 270 miles. 
Model Variants: 
Tesla&#8217;s Model X comes in two variants namely the all-wheel drive and plaid.
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Model X Variants</td>
<td>Starting Price</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>All-Wheel Drive</td>
<td>$79,990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Plaid</td>
<td>$94,990</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Tesla</figcaption></figure>
The R1S SUV, meanwhile, is currently available in three variants with the high-end Tri variant starting at $105,900. 
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>R1S Variants</td>
<td>Starting Price</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dual Standard</td>
<td>$75,900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dual</td>
<td>$82,900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tri</td>
<td>$105,900</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Rivian</figcaption></figure>
The Gravity, however, has only one variant available as of today. While the company is planning yet another cheaper variant, it will only be available to order next year.
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Gravity Variants</td>
<td>Starting Price</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Touring (available only in 2025)</td>
<td>$79,900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Grand Touring</td>
<td>$94,900</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Lucid</figcaption></figure>
Range Comparison:
For drivers looking for the most range, the Lucid Gravity offers the most ease of mind among its counterparts with 450 miles of range.
The Model X has an EPA-estimated range of up to 329 miles while R1S has a maximum range of 410 miles. However, 410 miles of range is available only with the R1S Dual variant coupled with a max battery pack with a starting price of $89,900.
Performance: 
The best option for a customer depends on what they expect out of their vehicle. 
For customers looking for fast acceleration,&nbsp;the Model X can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds, and the R1S Tri in 2.9 seconds.
For those looking for the most power, the Model X Plaid would be the best option with 1,020 horsepower. Gravity has up to 828 hp and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40954673/rivian-introduces-100k-tri-max-variant-of-r1s-electric-suv-on-online-shop-which-can-go-from-0-60-mph">the R1S Tri variant has up to 850 hp</a>.
Alternate Cheaper Option: Tesla also offers buyers another three-row SUV option in its cheaper Model Y. While the Model Y comes with a five-seat interior included, buyers of the long-range all-wheel drive variant of the vehicle can pay an extra $1000-$2000 for seven-seat interiors. 
The Long Range All-Wheel Drive variant of the Model Y has a starting price of $47,990, meaning an added $2000 for seven-seat interiors would take the price up to $49,990. 
However, the Model Y is smaller in length and width than the company&#8217;s premium SUV Model X, implying that the third row would be relatively more cramped for buyers looking for third-row comfort. 
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What goes up must come down. However, buyers who spent millions of dollars on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/42623572/constellation-group-reaches-new-heights-at-ella-miami-beach-unveiling-new-rooftop-penthouse#google_vignette">luxury Miami condos</a> only a few years ago didn&#8217;t expect them to come down so soon.
According to a new study from the University of Miami, superhigh structures like the celebrated 641-foot-tall <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/42599405/miami-luxury-re-llc-introduces-aston-martin-residences-featuring-ultimate-luxury-and-amenities">Porsche Design Tower</a> lining the barrier islands north of Miami are &#8220;sinking&#8221; at an alarming rate. The study calls into question the stability of the buildings, particularly along Sunny Isles Beach, noting that 35 buildings have sunk three inches in the last seven years, a subsidence rate of just under half an inch per year.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Some Of Miami&#8217;s Most Glamorous Towers Have Been Affected</h2>
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Although subsidence is common among newly constructed structures, the weight of the high-rises has accelerated the process, which must also call into question the geological surveys conducted before construction. Contributing factors to accelerated subsidence can include the following:
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&#8220;We found that subsidence in most high-rises slows down over time, but in some cases, it continues at a steady rate. This suggests that subsidence could persist for an extended period,&#8221; senior author Falk Amelung said.&nbsp;
The sinking &#8220;is primarily due to the gradual reconfiguration of the sand grains into a denser packing within sandy layers interbedded in the limestone&#8221; in the area, the study said. Khaled Siobhan, a geotechnical engineering professor at Florida Atlantic University, told<a href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/porsche-design-tower-in-miami-641-foot-skyscraper-showing-signs-of-sinking/ar-AA1w2LZd?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds&amp;cvid=cffdb5a6acd042ca804d88c5f2a5bbfd&amp;ei=24"> </a>Interesting Engineering, as reported by MSN, &#8220;The subsidence is probably a combination of several mechanisms and these findings raise important questions that need further investigation.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sinking Could Be Widespread Along The High-Priced Celeb-Studded Shoreline</h2>
The Porsche Design Tower has been home to several celebrities, including soccer legend <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39777763/argentina-wins-copa-am-rica-in-dramatic-final-as-messis-era-nears-end">Lionel Messi</a>, Carlos &#8220;CarGo&#8221; González, the star player of the Colorado Rockies, Mexican billionaire Carlos Peralta Quintero and rapper Birdman, who rented in the tower, the building's website reported. One of the tower&#8217;s main attractions is the internal garage lift system, which allows ultimate privacy by enabling cars to be parked outside the owner&#8217;s apartments – which, in the wake of the subsidence fears, adds considerable weight to the building. However, no determination has been made at this point concerning the sinking rate of individual buildings according to their height and weight. According to NPR.org, scientists said preliminary data also suggests sinking or settling further north along the beaches of Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Should the subsidence continue and different sections of affected buildings subside at different rates, scientists fear foundation cracks, utility breaks and long-term damage could occur.&nbsp;
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The biggest banks are planning to sue the Federal Reserve over the annual bank stress tests, according to a person familiar with the matter. A lawsuit is expected this week and could come as soon as Tuesday morning, the person said.
The Fed's stress test is an <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/26/fed-banks-stress-test-2024.html">annual ritual</a> that forces banks to maintain adequate cushions for bad loans and dictates the size of share repurchases and dividends.
After the market close on Monday, the Federal Reserve announced in a statement that it is <a href="https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/bcreg20241223a.htm">looking to make changes</a> to the bank stress tests and will be seeking public comment on what it calls "significant changes to improve the transparency of its bank stress tests and to reduce the volatility of resulting capital buffer requirements."
The Fed said it made the determination to change the tests because of "the evolving legal landscape," pointing to changes in administrative laws in recent years. It didn't outline any specific changes to the framework of the annual stress tests.
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We all know the drill on Christmas. Hop on Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) or Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), or Target (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), hunting for the perfect gift—maybe even snagging a great deal.
But let's be honest: those gifts often end up forgotten or out of use, no matter how thoughtful.
Ever considered gifting Christmas stocks? Your family and friends may come to appreciate such a gift in time. Here's Why.
Why Gift Stocks
Stocks are an opportunity because they offer financial growth. They can offer financial growth, spark interest in investing, and teach valuable lessons about the stock market. Giving shares in retail giants like Walmart, Amazon, or Target doesn't just say, "I care about you today." It says, "I care about your future."
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Why Walmart, Amazon, And Target
Amazon: The company offers exposure to e-commerce, cloud computing, and even AI advancements. It currently has a market capitalization of $2.366 trillion, making it the fifth most valuable company in the world. Year-to-date Amazon shares have grown by 50.11%, significantly outperforming NASDAQ-100 which is at 29.98% during the same period, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
Walmart: A leader in physical retail and rapidly expanding in e-commerce, Walmart remains a robust choice for long-term investors. The company currently stands at number 12 on the list of the world's most valuable companies with a market cap of $725.81 billion. Walmart shares have climbed 70.15% so far this year.
Target: Known for its loyal customer base and successful private-label brands, Target is a solid bet in the retail space. Target currently holds a market value of $60.44 billion, ranking as the 324th most valuable company globally by market cap. While its shares are down 7.81% year-to-date, they have increased by 2.1% over the past five years.
Things To Keep In Mind While Gifting Stocks
Understand The Tax Implications: Gifting stocks comes with tax rules that are important to understand. The IRS allows tax-free gifts of up to $15,000 annually for each recipient ($30,000 for married couples), with amounts over this limit potentially subject to taxes.
Gifting Stocks To Minors: For minors, you'll need to set up a custodial account, such as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/utma-vs-ugma">UTMA or UGMA account</a>. Once the account is set up, stocks can be transferred directly. The gift becomes the child's property and cannot be reclaimed.
Virtual Transfers Between Brokerage Accounts: You'll need their account details and personal information to initiate the transfer through your brokerage platform. If they don't have an account, some platforms let you gift stock via digital gift cards they can redeem for shares.
Remember that stock values can fluctuate, and past performance doesn&#8217;t guarantee future returns. However, the financial lessons learned from owning and monitoring these investments can be invaluable, regardless of market performance.
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Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher O'Connell downgrades Brookline Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRKL#NASDAQ">BRKL</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform and announces $14.5 price target.

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Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller's family office Duquesne has offloaded two of Wall Street's hottest AI stocks – Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), according to a recent 13F filing.
What Happened: Druckenmiller&#8217;s Duquesne Family Office sold all of its Nvidia shares and significantly reduced its Palantir holdings by 95% during the third quarter.
This comes after Nvidia and Palantir have been on a tear this year. While the Nvidia stock surged nearly 190% in 2024 so far, Palantir shares have gained over 386% to date.
While it's not clear why Duquesne has offloaded these two red-hot AI stocks, profit booking could be one of the motives.
Nvidia and Palantir's relatively rich valuations could also have contributed to Duquesne paring its holdings – while Nvidia's trailing 12 months (TTM) price-to-earnings (PE) ratio stands at 55.21, Palantir's stands at 403.45.
Meanwhile, Druckenmiller is increasing his stake in Teva Pharmaceutical (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEVA#NYSE">TEVA</a>), a company that has seen its shares rise by 112% this year.
Teva&#8217;s strategic shift towards brand-name therapies and its resolution of opioid litigation as key factors contributing to its recent success.
Druckenmiller&#8217;s fund added 1,427,950 shares of Teva during the September-ended quarter, signaling confidence in the pharmaceutical company&#8217;s turnaround and growth potential.
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His recent decision to pivot from AI to pharmaceuticals marks a notable shift in his investment focus. Earlier this year, Druckenmiller <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42659876/stanley-druckenmiller-pours-funds-into-1-trillion-company-already-trading-up-100">increased his stake</a> in&nbsp;Broadcom Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), a semiconductor giant, demonstrating his interest in high-growth sectors.
In February, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/02/37175336/billionaire-investor-stanley-druckenmillers-firm-dumps-alphabet-amazon-boosts-investments-in-ai-">Druckenmiller&#8217;s firm divested from</a>&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) and&nbsp;Amazon.com Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/02/37175336/billionaire-investor-stanley-druckenmillers-firm-dumps-alphabet-amazon-boosts-investments-in-ai-">bolstering investments in AI leaders</a> like&nbsp;Microsoft Corp.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and&nbsp;Nvidia.
Despite his bullish stance on AI, Druckenmiller&#8217;s recent actions suggest a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/12/42627207/stanley-druckenmillers-top-holding-has-outperformed-its-sector-by-252">strategic realignment towards</a> the healthcare sector, particularly in companies like&nbsp;Natera Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTRA#NASDAQ">NTRA</a>), which has outperformed its sector significantly.
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