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Stocks and ETFs modestly up after US jobs report for June shows unchanged unemployment rate at 4.1% and 6.8 million unemployed; traders predict September rate cut. Top pre-market performers include TSLA, SAP, NXPI, and TSM. ETFs rallying post-inflation data are BULZ, FNGG, and GLD.

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YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, better known by his creator name &#8220;MrBeast,&#8221; is taking his talents to Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) to launch a new game show this week. 
The show is likely to garner a lot of attention and could benefit Amazon shares, as well as billionaire David Tepper who counts Amazon as his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/11/42000692/david-teppers-appaloosa-trims-alibaba-stake-by-476-in-q3-2024-doubles-down-on-pdd-holdings-and-jd.com">largest U.S. holding</a>.
What To Know: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/11/42199235/amazon-prime-vs-netflix-mrbeast-game-show-arrives-dec-19-squid-game-season-2-drops-1-week-later">MrBeast&#8217;s &#8220;Beast Games&#8221;</a> is set to premiere exclusively on Amazon&#8217;s Prime Video platform on Thursday.
The show is based on Donaldson&#8217;s popular YouTube channel, which has 337 million subscribers at the time of writing. According to Amazon, the show will be a reality competition series with 1,000 contestants competing for a $5 million cash prize over 10 episodes.
The show will launch its first two episodes a week before the highly-anticipated release of &#8220;Squid Games 2&#8221; on Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), underscoring the competitive pressure of the streaming space. The remaining episodes will be added in weekly installments.
Donaldson, who will serve as host and executive producer, previously said he chose Amazon over other streaming platforms because the company gave the streamer &#8220;the most creative control.&#8221;
&#8220;If you're a streamer/youtuber I want to see your reaction to my new show tomorrow!! I convinced Prime Video to let you guys react to episode 1 on stream and make reaction videos on it,&#8221; Donaldson said in a <a href="https://x.com/MrBeast/status/1869443030039814198">post</a> on X on Wednesday.
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Why It Matters: Amazon shares are up more than 50% year-to-date and have climbed nearly 15% over just the past month as the stock rallied to new highs. Given the popularity of MrBeast, &#8220;Beast Games&#8221; has the potential to make waves in the streaming world, which could further benefit Amazon shares.
Amazon is Tepper&#8217;s largest U.S. holding and represents the third largest position in Appaloosa&#8217;s portfolio behind Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) and PDD Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>).
In the third quarter, Tepper trimmed his Amazon position by 8%, but it still remains his largest U.S.-based holding by a wide margin, representing 8.86% of the firm&#8217;s portfolio, versus a 6.2% weighting in his next-largest holding Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and a 5.31% weighting in his third-largest U.S. position Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>). It&#8217;s worth noting that Tepper trimmed Microsoft by about 18% and Meta by about 33% in the third quarter.
Appaloosa is already outpacing gains in the S&amp;P 500 this year with the firm up approximately 30% versus roughly a 27% gain in the S&amp;P 500. Appaloosa appears to be anticipating further price appreciation in Amazon shares. 
Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/amzn">Amazon shares</a> were down 1.17% at $228.41 at the time of publication, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Nukkleus Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUKK#NASDAQ">NUKK</a>) shares are moving higher Wednesday on continued momentum following the company&#8217;s announcement that it took a 51% controlling stake in defense acquisition firm Star 26 Capital. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NUKK/news">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Nukkleus on Tuesday said it acquired a controlling stake in Star 26, which holds 95% ownership in RIMON, an Israeli supplier of critical components for the Iron Dome missile defense system and a developer of tactical vehicles for defense and intelligence agencies.
The move marks a strategic shift from the company&#8217;s fintech roots into the defense sector. The deal, finalized over the weekend, has a total purchase price of $26 million, including cash, a promissory note Nukkleus&#8217;s common stock and warrants to purchase additional shares of Nukkleus. The company also secured an option to acquire the remaining equity in Star 26.
RIMON&#8217;s operations include exclusive distribution agreements for generators, masts and lighting solutions, as well as the design and engineering of reconnaissance vehicles, mobile command units and satellite platforms. Newly appointed Nukkleus CEO Manny Shalom highlighted the growth potential of the defense sector, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine, citing increased defense-related investments in Israeli firms.
&#8220;RIMON&#8217;s expertise in critical defense systems, coupled with its established partnerships with leading defense exporters like Rafael and Elbit Systems, strengthens Nukkleus&#8217;s capabilities in delivering innovative defense solutions,&#8221; Shalom said.
The company aims to leverage RIMON&#8217;s defense expertise and partnerships to capitalize on U.S. and Israeli market opportunities while pursuing acquisitions and financing initiatives to drive growth.
Under the company&#8217;s full expansion strategy, Nukkleus plans to integrate Star 26 into its business structure, expand operations and act as a Merchant Bank for companies in banking, real estate and coworking spaces. 
NUKK Price Action: Nukkleus shares have been halted for volatility several times in Wednesday&#8217;s session. The stock was up 319.6% at $49.85 at the time of publication, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Booking Holdings's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NYSE">BKNG</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.35% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 583 thousand shares sold short, which is 1.77% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.66 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>Booking Holdings Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552925_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Booking Holdings 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 Booking Holdings'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>, Booking Holdings's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.10%, 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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Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.68% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.07 million shares sold short, which is 5.87% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.21 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>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA 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 Murphy USA'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>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.44%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Liberty Broadband's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRDA#NYSE">LBRDA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 32.06% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 123 thousand shares sold short, which is 0.89% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 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>Liberty Broadband Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552912_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Liberty Broadband 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 Liberty Broadband'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>, Liberty Broadband's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.19%, 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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Nike Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) will likely provide more color on what the future looks like under new CEO Elliot Hill when the apparel and footwear company reports second-quarter financial results after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">the market closes on Thursday.</a>
Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Nike to report second-quarter financial revenue of $12.13 billion. That&#8217;s down from $13.39 billion in last year's second quarter, according to data <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent121824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro.</a>
The company has missed analyst revenue estimates in two straight quarters and four of the last five quarters. Over the last 10 quarters, Nike beat analyst revenue estimates six times.
Analysts expect the company to report second-quarter earnings per share of 64 cents. That&#8217;s down from $1.03 per share in last year's second quarter. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in five straight quarters and nine of the last 10 quarters.
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What Analysts Are Saying: Traffic and promotion trackers could signal a mixed second quarter from Nike, according to Goldman Sachs analyst Brooke Roach, who has a Buy rating and $97 price target.
Promotionality remains a key item to watch in the report, Roach said in a new investor note.
"On balance, our conversations with investors have been more muted on the stock in recent weeks, and our trackers largely demonstrate missed trends in F2Q," Roach said.
Commentary from retail partners suggests higher promotional activity during the holiday season and higher inventory levels, Roach said.
"We believe that recent data points suggest that it is still early in Nike's turnaround journey, and that we have yet to see signs of material brand heat improvement."
The focus in Wednesday's report will likely center on the future path to stronger innovation and top-line growth, Roach added.
Roach said they were looking forward to hearing from Hill in his fist official quarter. The 30-year Nike vet rejoined the company and became CEO on Oct. 14.
"We believe Mr. Hill will provide initial commentary around the forward strategy of the company including any material changes to his approach."
Telsey analyst Cristina Fernandez also shared a desire to hear about Nike's product innovation pipeline and new plans from Hill.
The analyst maintained an Outperform rating on Nike and lowered the price target from $96 to $93.
"Overall, Nike is in a period of transition and a return to growth could take a few quarters," Fernandez said in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42515463/nike-needs-a-turnaround-after-q2-results-are-released-this-week-will-new-ceo-just-do-it">recent investor note</a>.
The analyst said the Nike turnaround could take around a year to show changes play out.
Here are other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NKE/analyst-ratings">analyst ratings on Nike</a> and their price targets:
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<li>Wells Fargo: Maintained Overweight rating, lowered price target from $95 to $92</li>
<li>Evercore ISI: Maintained Outperform rating, lowered price target from $105 to $97</li>
<li>Deutsche Bank: Maintained Buy rating, lowered price target from $92 to $82</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley: Maintained Equal-Weight rating, lowered price target from $82 to $80</li>
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Key Items to Watch: All eyes and ears will be on Hill when the company reports results Thursday.
One item to watch could be the company's focus on value or being a premium brand and product.
A recent YouGov 2024 value <a href="https://commercial.yougov.com/rs/464-VHH-988/images/WP-2024-12-US-Value-Rankings-Report.pdf">survey</a> showed that Nike was the biggest gainer in the most improved score as a better deal in 2024 versus 2023 with an 8.5-point gain year-over-year. The survey suggests that consumers see Nike products as more affordable compared to what they were years ago or in comparison to peer brands.
Nike will likely not comment on President-elect Donald Trump&#8216;s threat to impose tariffs on China. The company could be asked about this impact by analysts as many other companies have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/24/12/42536470/costco-warns-that-tariffs-raise-prices-trump-team-says-trade-policies-will-make-life-affordable">in recent weeks.</a>
Investors might also focus on the geographical breakdown of revenues in the quarter. The<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41129610/nike-q1-earnings-revenue-miss-eps-beat-teams-energized-amid-ceo-transition-a-comeback-at-this-scale"> last quarterly report</a> showed overall revenue down 10% year-over-year with North America being one of the weakest regions at -11% year-over-year. China sales, by comparison, were down 4% year-over-year.
Price Action: Nike stock is up 0.4% to $78.33 on Wednesday versus a 52-week trading range of $70.75 to $123.39. Nike stock is down 26% year-to-date in 2024.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</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 AXP, 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 8 uncommon options trades for American Express.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 25%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $54,200, and 6 are calls, for a total amount of $449,370.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $240.0 to $350.0 for American Express over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for American Express options trades today is 1054.86 with a total volume of 112.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for American Express's big money trades within a strike price range of $240.0 to $350.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>American Express Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552629_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
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<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
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<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$27.9</td>
<td>$26.9</td>
<td>$27.2</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$133.2K</td>
<td>579</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$59.1</td>
<td>$57.55</td>
<td>$59.15</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$130.1K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">22</td>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$53.5</td>
<td>$52.45</td>
<td>$52.91</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$68.7K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$64.0</td>
<td>$62.8</td>
<td>$62.8</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$62.8K</td>
<td>248</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$29.6</td>
<td>$29.25</td>
<td>$29.25</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>83</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About American Express</h3>
American Express is a global financial institution, operating in about 130 countries, that provides consumers and businesses charge and credit card payment products. The company also operates a highly profitable merchant payment network. Since 2018, it has operated in three segments: global consumer services, global commercial services, and global merchant and network services. In addition to payment products, the company's commercial business offers expense management tools, consulting services, and business loans.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with American Express, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is American Express Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,212,434, the price of AXP is down -1.51% at $296.79. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 37 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About American Express</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $329.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods keeps a Outperform rating on American Express with a target price of $350. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods persists with their Outperform rating on American Express, maintaining a target price of $350. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on American Express, maintaining a target price of $301. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Compass Point continues to hold a Neutral rating for American Express, targeting a price of $315. 
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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American Express Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</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 WMT, 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 27 uncommon options trades for Walmart.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 44% bullish and 44%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $130,170, and 24 are calls, for a total amount of $1,644,031.
<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 $46.67 to $130.0 for Walmart over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Walmart'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 Walmart's whale activity within a strike price range from $46.67 to $130.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Walmart Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552624_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</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>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$344.7K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$121.4K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>730</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$111.4K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>113</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$104.5K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>131</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$98.9K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>323</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Walmart</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 locations globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Current Position of Walmart</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 9,141,913, the WMT's price is down by -0.42%, now at $95.02. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 64 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Walmart</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $99.4.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from RBC Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Walmart with a target price of $96. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $94. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Keybanc continues to hold a Overweight rating for Walmart, targeting a price of $96. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Buy rating on Walmart, maintaining a target price of $111. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Guggenheim has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $100. 
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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Smart Money Is Betting Big In WMT Options

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in UAL often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for United Airlines Holdings. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 50% bullish and 37% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $47,520, and 7 calls, totaling $326,610.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $70.0 to $120.0 for United Airlines Holdings over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</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 United Airlines Holdings'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 United Airlines Holdings's whale activity within a strike price range from $70.0 to $120.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>United Airlines Holdings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552619_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>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$97.50</td>
<td>$110.0K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">223</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.62</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>8.7K</td>
<td align="right">241</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$22.0</td>
<td>$21.6</td>
<td>$21.6</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$47.5K</td>
<td>102</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$21.0</td>
<td>$20.65</td>
<td>$20.85</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$41.7K</td>
<td>646</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$30.5K</td>
<td>596</td>
<td align="right">94</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About United Airlines Holdings</h3>
United Airlines is a major us network carrier with hubs in San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, and Washington, D.C. United operates a hub-and-spoke system that is more focused on international and long-haul travel than its large us peers.
<h3>Current Position of United Airlines Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,215,623, the price of UAL is down by -0.15%, reaching $94.84.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 34 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On United Airlines Holdings</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $129.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from TD Cowen keeps a Buy rating on United Airlines Holdings with a target price of $125. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on United Airlines Holdings, maintaining a target price of $130. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $139. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on United Airlines Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $122. 
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United Airlines Holdings Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Krystal Biotech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRYS#NASDAQ">KRYS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 7.93% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.15%. Currently, Krystal Biotech has a market capitalization of $5.04 billion. 
Buying $100 In KRYS: If an investor had bought $100 of KRYS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $274.71 today based on a price of $176.51 for KRYS at the time of writing.
<h3>Krystal Biotech's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552614_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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Across the recent three months, 11 analysts have shared their insights on Nevro (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVRO#NYSE">NVRO</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th 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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">2</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</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">3</td>
<td align="right">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Nevro, presenting an average target of $5.34, a high estimate of $7.00, and a low estimate of $4.00. Experiencing a 21.35% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $6.79. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552064_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Nevro is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$4.70</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Treybeck</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Plovanic</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Treybeck</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cecilia Furlong</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Plovanic</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Maeder</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shagun Singh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Polark</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$6.89</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 Nevro. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Nevro compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Nevro's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Nevro's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVRO/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Nevro analyst ratings.</a>
If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap">you can start by tracking it here</a>.
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Nevro</h2>
Nevro Corp is a medical device company. Its key product is the HFX spinal cord stimulation (SCS) platform, which includes the Senza SCS system, an evidence-based neuromodulation system for the treatment of chronic pain. Senza generates electrical impulses to relieve pain. The system is implanted by physicians and controlled by patients. It consists of leads, a trial stimulator, an implantable pulse generator, surgical tools, a clinician laptop programmer, a patient remote control, and a mobile charger. The company generates the majority of its revenue in the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Nevro's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Nevro faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -6.69% in revenue growth as of 30 September, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Nevro's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -15.83%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of -5.6%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Nevro's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -2.56%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Nevro's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.9, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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In the latest quarter, 6 analysts provided ratings for DuPont de Nemours (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DD#NYSE">DD</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M 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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $94.33, a high estimate of $107.00, and a low estimate of $84.00. This current average has increased by 0.17% from the previous average price target of $94.17. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552053_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive DuPont de Nemours. The following summary 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>Patrick Cunningham</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duffy Fischer</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vincent Andrews</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duffy Fischer</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to DuPont de Nemours. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of DuPont de Nemours compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for DuPont de Nemours's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of DuPont de Nemours's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on DuPont de Nemours analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know DuPont de Nemours Better</h2>
DuPont is a diversified global specialty chemicals company created in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. Its portfolio includes specialty chemicals and downstream products that serve the electronics, water, construction, safety and protection, automotive, and healthcare industries. DuPont plans to separate the company into three companies going forward, one focused on electronics, one focused on water, and one with more diversified end market exposure. We expect the separations will occur by mid-2026.
<h3>DuPont de Nemours: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, DuPont de Nemours showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 4.38% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects 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 Materials sector.
Net Margin: DuPont de Nemours's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 14.22%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): DuPont de Nemours's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.91%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): DuPont de Nemours's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.23%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.29.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Demystifying DuPont de Nemours: Insights From 6 Analyst Reviews

4 analysts have shared their evaluations of FMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FMC#NYSE">FMC</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing 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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</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 recently evaluated FMC and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $68.25, accompanied by a high estimate of $81.00 and a low estimate of $55.00. This current average has decreased by 3.42% from the previous average price target of $70.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734552043_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive FMC. The following summary 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>Patrick Cunningham</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Parkinson</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Cunningham</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to FMC. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of FMC compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into FMC's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FMC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on FMC analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About FMC</h2>
FMC is a pure-play global crop protection company with a fairly balanced product portfolio across geographies and crop exposure. Through acquisitions, FMC is now one of the five largest patented crop protection companies and focuses on the development of new products, including biologicals, through its research and development pipeline.
<h3>FMC's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: FMC's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 8.5%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: FMC's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 6.08%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): FMC's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 1.41%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): FMC's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.53%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: FMC's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.88. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now?
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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