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ContraFect Corp is a late clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of direct lytic agents (DLAs), including lysins and amurin peptides, as new medical modalities for the treatment of life-threatening, antibiotic-resistant infections. Its DLA product candidate, exebacase, is currently being studied in patients with chronic prosthetic joint infections (PJIs) of the knee due to S. aureus or coagulase-negative Staphylococci, and the next product candidate, CF-370, is designed to target a range of gram-negative bacteria, including P. aeruginosa, K. pneumoniae, and A. baumannii, and has demonstrated potent in vivo activity against these pathogens, even against multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains.

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<p>Allurion Technologies, Inc. ("Allurion" or the "Company") (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALUR#NYSE">ALUR</a>), a company dedicated to ending obesity, today announced its intention to initiate a clinical study on the combination of the Allurion Program with GLP-1 agonists to improve muscle mass and overall body composition.</p>
<p>Previous studies in patients undergoing GLP-1 therapy have demonstrated reductions in lean mass of approximately 40% as a proportion of total weight lost.1 In contrast, in previous studies, patients treated with the Allurion Balloon in combination with the Allurion Virtual Care Suite have demonstrated strong patient outcomes in which patients lose weight while maintaining, and in some cases, increasing, muscle mass. In one study of 571 patients, patients treated with the Allurion Balloon gained 5.6% in lean body mass while losing 14% of their total body weight over four months.2 In another study of 167 patients, patients treated with the Allurion Balloon experienced a weight reduction of 15.7% with no change in muscle mass.</p>


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Allurion Announces Clinical Study Combining Allurion Program And GLP-1 Agonists To Improve Muscle Mass, Studies Show 5.6% Muscle Gain And 14% Weight Loss Over 4 Months With Allurion Balloon; In Another Study Of 167 Patients, Patients Treated With The Allurion Balloon Experienced A Weight Reduction Of 15.7% With No Change In Muscle Mass.

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<p><strong>Lightbridge Corporation</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) shares are trading higher Thursday after the company announced a collaboration agreement with<strong> Oklo Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>).</p>
<p><strong>What To Know</strong>: Lightbridge and Oklo entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Wednesday to explore joint opportunities in nuclear fuel development, according to a new regulatory filing.</p>
<p>The MOU outlines plans for a feasibility study to evaluate co-locating a Lightbridge commercial-scale fuel fabrication facility at Oklo's proposed commercial fuel fabrication site. The companies will also explore opportunities for collaboration on reprocessing and recycling spent uranium-zirconium fuel. </p>
<p>Lightbridge and Oklo shares have soared in recent months, driven by increased optimism around nuclear. Multiple big tech companies have signed deals with nuclear power startups in an effort to keep up with rising energy demands of AI data centers.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy LTBR Stock</h3>
<p>By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Lightbridge &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.</p>
<p>Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. In the case of Lightbridge, which is trading at $9.9 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 10.1 shares of stock.</p>
<p>If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.</p>
<p><strong>LTBR Price Action:</strong> Lightbridge shares were up 40.4% at $10.14 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent072924&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="577" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23150812/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-15.07.34-1024x577.png" alt="" class="wp-image-747667" style="width:433px;height:auto" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23150812/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-15.07.34-1024x577.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23150812/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-15.07.34-300x169.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23150812/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-15.07.34-768x433.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23150812/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-15.07.34.png 1123w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure></p>
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<p>The fintech ecosystem is accelerating at such a rapid pace that only the ongoing artificial intelligence boom has been capable of stealing investor attention away from the sprawling financial technology space.&nbsp;</p>
<p>According to McKinsey research, the fintech industry's revenues are expected to grow <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/financial-services/our-insights/fintechs-a-new-paradigm-of-growth" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">nearly three times faster</a> than the traditional banking sector between 2022 and 2028. Additionally, the potential 15% revenue growth of the fintech industry over the next five years could significantly outpace the 6% anticipated for the traditional banking sector. </p>
<p>These figures suggest that fintech is on course to become a dominant player throughout the world of finance over the coming years, and we can already see evidence of wholesale changes occurring in real time.&nbsp;</p>
<p>2025 is set to be a key year in the growth of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/fintech/25/01/42818294/how-fintech-must-evolve-to-meet-the-needs-of-techs-new-wealth">fintech landscape</a>. According to Capgemini's World Payment Report 2025, digital wallets are not only the fastest-growing alternative to card payments today, but they're forecasted to <a href="https://www.thebanker.com/Digital-wallet-transactions-set-to-grow-while-card-payments-shrink-1726151109" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">handle 61% of total eCommerce payments</a> and 46% of in-store payments by 2027. </p>
<p>Digital transactions rallied from a total of $802 billion in 2023 to an <a href="https://www.eposnow.com/us/resources/payment-trends/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">estimated $929.8 billion</a> in 2024, making 2025 a prime candidate to surpass $1 trillion for the first time. </p>
<p>These fintech trends are set to resonate strongly on Wall Street, and we could see some of the sector's most innovative stocks rally off the back of market growth throughout the year ahead. With this in mind, let's take a look at three high-potential fintech stocks for investors to pick up in 2025:&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. PayPal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>)</h2>
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<p>It's impossible to consider the brightest fintech stocks on Wall Street without looking to PayPal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>). The market leader has more than 25 years of experience in the sector and operates a leading payments platform that benefits both merchants and consumers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>With around 432 million users, PayPal's market share makes the stock a formidable player in an industry that's populated by so many startups vying for attention.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In 2024, PayPal's stock rallied more than 44%, and its innovation pipeline and strong usage figures are set to push the company higher amid a wider fintech market rally.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Crucially, last year saw PayPal launch Ad Business, an innovative new service that empowers advertisers to tap into the firm's <a href="https://www.exchangewire.com/blog/2024/10/14/paypal-launches-ad-business-meta-expands-ad-placement-controls-and-brings-ai-chatbot-to-uk-privacy-certification-for-ad-tech-in-the-works/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">masses of data</a> on user payment transaction data across its platforms. </p>
<p>This extra revenue stream plus PayPal's <a href="https://www.infoq.com/news/2024/10/paypal-cosmosai-llm-genai/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">utility of generative AI tools</a> in recent months to boost support for the creation of large-language models (LLMs) within its growing Cosmos.AI platform highlights a firm that's focused on growth. </p>
<p>Of course, the rise of rivals like Apple Pay, Cash App, Square, and Adyen can all threaten PayPal's dominance in the future, but if it continues to protect its market share, PYPL will be a stock that deserves attention in 2025.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>)</h2>
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<p>SoFi's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>) rapid growth has propelled the firm into a high-potential prospect for the fintech industry.&nbsp;</p>
<p>With growth of 94.4% in 2024, SoFi emerged as one of the stars of Wall Street last year, and looking at the open banking firm's acquisition rates, it's easy to see why.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In 2020, the lending, investing, saving, loan refinancing, and real estate planning platform had over 1 million members. Today, SoFi has more than 10 million, representing an astonishing rate of growth in a relatively short period.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For the third quarter of 2024, SoFi reported record adjusted <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241029800153/en/SoFi-Technologies-Reports-Net-Revenue-of-697-Million-and-Net-Income-of-61-Million-for-Q3-2024-Demonstrating-Durable-Growth-and-Strong-Returns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">net revenue growth of 30%</a> to $697.1 million and a 64% combined growth in financial services and tech platform segments. </p>
<p>SoFi Technologies has also shown a strong pedigree in its commitment to embracing artificial intelligence, and the implementation of AI features like transactional fraud detection and improved payment efficiency point to a company that's ready to scale further in 2025.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Sezzle (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEZL#NASDAQ">SEZL</a>)</h2>
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<p>With a market capitalization of around $1.5 billion, Sezzle (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEZL#NASDAQ">SEZL</a>) is a fintech platform that's ripe for growth in the year ahead.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Launched in 2016 as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/bnpl">buy now pay later (BNPL)</a> startup, the digital payment platform has excelled in providing consumers with flexible payment options for their purchases.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Achieving its first quarter of profitability in November 2022, Sezzle has an <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/top-5-nasdaq-fintech-stocks-updated-january-2025">estimated 529,000 active subscribers</a> and has generated $8.1 billion in merchant sales since its launch alongside 15 million completed sign-ups.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The stock went public in August 2023, and in its first calendar year of public trading in 2024 SEZL rallied more than 1,250%.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Sezzle's Q3 2024 earnings showed impressive revenue growth of <a href="https://www.stocktitan.net/news/SEZL/sezzle-reports-third-quarter-2024-46m3beg7flpr.html">71.3% year-over-year</a> to $70.0 million, underlining 2024's role as a breakout year for the stock. If it can nurture its increasing flows of custom, last year's performance could be a springboard for future outperformance as the cost-of-living could see more US consumers turning to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/fintech/24/10/41385123/apple-pay-expands-buy-now-pay-later-with-affirm-adds-support-for-third-party-browsers-and-more">BNPL</a> to manage their finances.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Future-Proofing Your Portfolio</h2>
<p>The sustained rise of fintech stocks is showing no signs of slowing and could be an excellent option for investors seeking to support their portfolios with strong growth stocks from the finance technology sector.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As an industry that's rapidly embracing new innovations, the fintech landscape can change at a rapid pace, so it's important to constantly audit your holdings to ensure that your chosen stocks still possess the fundamentals to ride the sector's boom period without any nasty surprises in the future.</p>


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SOFI

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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Deere</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with DE, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 19 uncommon options trades for Deere.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 36% bullish and 36%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 11 are puts, for a total amount of $709,785, and 8 are calls, for a total amount of $1,590,340.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $400.0 to $550.0 for Deere over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Deere'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 Deere's whale trades within a strike price range from $400.0 to $550.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Deere 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737665185_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.5</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$932.0K</td>
<td align="right">87</td>
<td align="right">806</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$53.75</td>
<td>$50.05</td>
<td>$51.9</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$389.2K</td>
<td align="right">160</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$17.95</td>
<td>$16.5</td>
<td>$16.5</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$165.0K</td>
<td align="right">398</td>
<td align="right">116</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$22.45</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$22.17</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$102.0K</td>
<td align="right">74</td>
<td align="right">284</td>
</tr>
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<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$22.1</td>
<td>$22.49</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$68.7K</td>
<td align="right">74</td>
<td align="right">219</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Deere</h3>
<p>Deere is the world's leading manufacturer of agricultural equipment, producing some of the most recognizable machines in the heavy machinery industry in their green and yellow livery. The company is divided into four reportable segments: production and precision agriculture, small agriculture and turf, construction and forestry, and John Deere Capital. Its products are available through an extensive dealer network, which includes over 2,000 dealer locations in North America and approximately 3,700 locations globally. John Deere Capital provides retail financing for machinery to its customers, in addition to wholesale financing for dealers, which increases the likelihood of Deere product sales.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Deere, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Deere</h3>
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<li>With a trading volume of 1,268,484, the price of DE is up by 3.09%, reaching $473.94.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 21 days from now.</li>
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<h3>What The Experts Say On Deere</h3>
<p>2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $450.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Neutral rating for Deere, targeting a price of $430.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on Deere, maintaining a target price of $470. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Deere, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


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Markets

Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Deere

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Tripadvisor</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRIP#NASDAQ">TRIP</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with TRIP, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 12 options trades for <strong>Tripadvisor</strong>.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 58% bullish and 33%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $26,242, and 11, calls, for a total amount of $475,703.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $15.0 to $22.0 for Tripadvisor over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Tripadvisor'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 Tripadvisor's whale trades within a strike price range from $15.0 to $22.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Tripadvisor Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737665180_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
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<table>
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<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>TRIP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
<td>$110.1K</td>
<td>48</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TRIP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$77.5K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td>409</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TRIP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$51.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>848</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TRIP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$34.1K</td>
<td>541</td>
<td>88</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TRIP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Tripadvisor</h3>
<p>Tripadvisor is the world's leading travel metasearch company. Its platform offers 1 billion reviews and information on about 8 million accommodations, restaurants, experiences, airlines, and cruises. In 2023, 58% of revenue came from the company's core Brand Tripadvisor segment, which includes hotel revenue generated through advertising on its metasearch platform. Viator, its experiences brand, was 41% of sales in 2023, and TheFork, its dining brand, represented 9% of revenue (about 8% of sales were intersegment, which are eliminated from consolidated revenue).</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Tripadvisor, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Tripadvisor</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,614,695, the price of TRIP is up by 2.22%, reaching $16.09.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 20 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Tripadvisor, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


TRIP

Looking At Tripadvisor's Recent Unusual Options Activity

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on <strong>Netflix</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) we detected 239 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 36% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 39% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 55 are puts, for a total amount of $2,536,654 and 184, calls, for a total amount of $16,016,932.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $10.0 to $1400.0 for Netflix over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Netflix's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Netflix's significant trades, within a strike price range of $10.0 to $1400.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Netflix 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737665175_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$209.4</td>
<td>$206.45</td>
<td>$207.95</td>
<td>$1030.00</td>
<td>$353.5K</td>
<td>42</td>
<td>34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$209.4</td>
<td>$205.1</td>
<td>$207.35</td>
<td>$1030.00</td>
<td>$290.2K</td>
<td>42</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$580.0</td>
<td>$580.0</td>
<td>$580.0</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$290.0K</td>
<td>264</td>
<td>5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$556.05</td>
<td>$553.15</td>
<td>$555.0</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$277.5K</td>
<td>37</td>
<td>5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/24/25</td>
<td>$16.1</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$15.82</td>
<td>$970.00</td>
<td>$269.5K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Netflix</h3>
<p>Netflix's relatively simple business model involves only one business, its streaming service. It has the biggest television entertainment subscriber base in both the United States and the collective international market, with more than 300 million subscribers globally. Netflix has exposure to nearly the entire global population outside of China. The firm has traditionally avoided a regular slate of live programming or sports content, instead focusing on on-demand access to episodic television, movies, and documentaries. The firm introduced ad-supported subscription plans in 2022, giving the firm exposure to the advertising market in addition to the subscription fees that have historically accounted for nearly all its revenue.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Netflix, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is Netflix Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 6,450,329, the NFLX's price is up by 2.73%, now at $980.0. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 84 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Netflix</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $1071.0.</p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Rosenblatt keeps a Neutral rating on Netflix with a target price of $680.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham persists with their Buy rating on Netflix, maintaining a target price of $1150.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from BMO Capital downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $1175.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $1100.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Pivotal Research has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Netflix, which currently sits at a price target of $1250. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Netflix with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


NFLX

Looking At Netflix's Recent Unusual Options Activity

<p>AECOM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACM#NYSE">ACM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.49% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.25%. Currently, AECOM has a market capitalization of $14.67 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In ACM:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of ACM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$4,068.82</strong> today based on a price of $110.60 for ACM at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>AECOM's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737665140_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning AECOM Stock In The Last 10 Years

<p><strong>Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd.</strong> (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMTF#OTC">HYMTF</a>) disclosed that it sold 1.07 million vehicles globally in the fourth quarter, down 2.2% year-over-year.</p>
<p>Sales in Korea declined 4.6% 189,405 units, owing to slow demand and supply chain disruptions on heavy snowfall, while sales in markets outside of Korea fell 1.6% Y/Y to 876,834 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/en/newsroom/detail/0000000897" rel="noreferrer noopener">units</a> in fourth quarter.</p>
<p>In fourth quarter, global electrified vehicle sales (including commercial vehicles) rose 21% to 209,641 units, thanks to sales growth in the North American region. EVs accounted for 53,035 units, while hybrids (HEVs) accounted for 145,732 units.</p>
<p>In the fourth quarter, operating profit dipped 17.2% to KRW 2.82 trillion (~$1.9 billion) due to increased sales warranty provision resulting from a weaker KRW and higher incentives.</p>
<p>Revenue increased 11.9% Y/Y to KRW 46.62 trillion in the fourth quarter, with an operating profit margin of 6.1%.</p>
<p>In the fourth quarter, the company witnessed a net profit (including non-controlling interest) of KRW 2.47 trillion (+12.3% Y/Y).</p>
<p>Overall, the company sold 4.14 million vehicles worldwide in 2024, down 1.8% from 2023, with revenue rising 7.7% to KRW 175.2 trillion. For 2024, the company sold 757,191 electrified models (+8.9% Y/Y).</p>
<p>Operating profit in 2024 declined 5.9% to KRW 14.24 trillion, with an operating profit margin of 8.1%. Hyundai Motor saw a net profit of KRW 13.23 trillion (+7.8% Y/Y) in 2024.</p>
<p>Hyundai Motor plans to pay a year-end dividend of KRW 6,000 per common share, resulting in total payout of KRW 12,000 per common share for 2024.</p>
<p><strong>Outlook: </strong>Hyundai Motor expects consolidated revenue growth of 3%–4%, operating profit margin of 7%–8% and total vehicle sales exceeding <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">4.17 million units for 2025</a>.</p>
<p>The automaker plans investments of KRW 16.9 trillion for 2025, including KRW 8.6 trillion in capital expenditure, KRW 6.7 trillion in R&amp;D, and KRW 1.6 trillion in strategic investments.</p>
<p>In another development, Hyundai Motor is in talks with <strong>General Motors Company</strong> to supply commercial electric vehicles, as it anticipates sales growth to slow by half this year amid weakening demand, reported Reuters.</p>
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</ul>
<p><em>Photo via Shutterstock.</em></p>


Earnings

Equities

Large Cap

Media

HYMTF

Hyundai Clocks Mixed Q4: Revenue Climbs 12% While Operating Profit Slips On Warranty Costs

<p><strong>American Express Co</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) will be reporting its fourth-quarter earnings on Friday. Wall Street expects $3.04 in EPS and $17.16 billion in revenues as the company reports<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings?tickers=AXP" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> before market hours</a>.</p>
<p>The stock is up 75.61% over the past year, 9.14% YTD. During Thursday&#8217;s trading session, American Express stock reached a new 52-week high of $326.27, further solidifying its upward momentum ahead of the earnings report.</p>
<p>Let&#8217;s look at what the charts indicate for American Express stock and how the stock currently maps against Wall Street estimates.</p>
<p><strong>Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/25/01/43066032/heres-how-much-you-would-have-made-owning-american-express-stock-in-the-last-5-years">Here&#8217;s How Much You Would Have Made Owning American Express Stock In The Last 5 Years</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AXP Stock Chart Strongly Bullish Ahead Of Q4 Earnings</h2>
<p>AXP stock is demonstrating a strongly bullish trend, with its share price of $322.25 trading above key moving averages. </p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="630" height="493" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23131630/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-6.48.23-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-747509" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23131630/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-6.48.23-PM.png 630w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23131630/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-6.48.23-PM-300x235.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /></a></figure></p>
<p><em><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chart created using Benzinga Pro</a></em></p>
<p>AXP stock remains above its eight-day ($312.02), 20-day ($304.92) and 50-day ($300.05) simple moving averages, reinforcing sustained buying pressure. Additionally, AXP stock is well above its 200-day SMA of $260.44, a strong long-term bullish indicator. </p>
<p>The MACD (moving average convergence/divergence) reading of 5.63 suggests upward momentum remains intact, while the RSI (relative strength index) at 69.62 indicates AXP stock is approaching overbought levels.</p>
<p>Investors may see continued upside as bullish signals persist, though a short-term consolidation could present better entry opportunities.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">American Express Analysts See Limited Upside</h2>
<p><strong>Ratings &amp; Consensus Estimates:</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AXP/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> The consensus analyst rating</a> on American Express stock stands at Neutral with a price target of $251.57. The latest analyst ratings from JPMorgan, UBS and Truist Securities imply a 0.12% upside for American Express stock with a $325.67 average price target.</p>
<p><strong>AXP</strong> <strong>Price Action: </strong>American Express stock was up 0.5% at $323.89 at last check Thursday.</p>
<p><strong>Read Next: </strong></p>
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<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43086592/financial-crime-weekly-american-express-pays-108-million-to-settle-deceptive-marketing-charges-vanguard-group-pays-106-million-for-violations">Financial Crime Weekly: American Express Pays $108 Million To Settle Deceptive Marketing Charges, Vanguard Group Pays $106 Million For Violations</a></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Shutterstock</em></p>


Technicals

Previews

American Express Stock Climbs Ahead Of Earnings, Signals Show Potential Cooling

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Contracts

CHRS

Coherus Biosciences Awarded $27,626,788.30 Contract From Department Of Veterans Affairs For Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

WIIM

shares of nuclear stocks are trading higher amid recent reports of Santee Cooper seeking buyers to revive nuclear reaction construction in South Carolina.

COSM

VRAX

Cosmos Health Entered Into A Supplemental Exclusive Distribution Agreement With Virax Biolabs Group Limited To Distribute Virax-Branded Avian Influenza Virus Real-Time PCR Kits Across All Remaining Gulf Cooperation Council Countries

<p><a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-23/ev-maker-nikola-explores-sale-partnerships-with-cash-dwindling?srnd=homepage-americas" title="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-23/ev-maker-nikola-explores-sale-partnerships-with-cash-dwindling?srnd=homepage-americas">https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-23/ev-maker-nikola-explores-sale-partnerships-with-cash-dwindling?srnd=homepage-americas</a></p>


NKLA

'EV Maker Nikola Explores Sale, Partnerships With Cash Dwindling' - Bloomberg News

<p><strong>General Motors Co. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) shares are trading higher Thursday on reports the company and<strong> Hyundai</strong> are forging an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/01/43155095/gm-recalls-nearly-3000-chevrolet-equinox-evs-over-adaptive-cruise-control-glitch">EV partnership for North America</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What To Know:</strong> Hyundai has confirmed ongoing talks to supply commercial electric vehicles to GM as part of a broader collaboration that includes parts procurement and passenger vehicle cooperation, according to Reuters. The companies reportedly aim to finalize binding agreements by the end of the first quarter of 2025.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are considering re-badging our commercial EVs and supplying GM&#8230; The deal will pave the way for our entry into the North American commercial vehicle market,&#8221; Hyundai CFO <strong>Lee Seung Jo</strong> reportedly said on an analyst call.</p>
<p>The planned partnership comes as both automakers navigate uncertainties in U.S. trade policy under U.S. President <strong>Donald Trump</strong>, who has proposed potential tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico starting Feb. 1.</p>
<p>Separately, GM announced a recall of 2,890 all-wheel-drive Chevrolet Equinox EVs from the 2025 model year this week due to a software calibration issue in the brake control module. </p>
<p>The malfunction affects the adaptive cruise control feature, preventing the vehicle from braking as designed, which increases the risk of crashes. GM dealerships will address the issue by updating the software to restore proper functionality.</p>
<p>The Equinox EV, introduced in 2024, accounted for 41% of GM's electric vehicle sales in the fourth quarter, with 18,089 units delivered during the period. It was the 8th best-selling EV in the U.S. last year, with 28,874 units sold.</p>
<p><strong>GM Price Action: </strong>General Motors shares were up 2.49% at $54.07 at the time of publication, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="520" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23144114/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-14.40.22-1024x520.png" alt="" class="wp-image-747611" style="width:482px;height:auto" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23144114/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-14.40.22-1024x520.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23144114/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-14.40.22-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23144114/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-14.40.22-768x390.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23144114/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-14.40.22.png 1423w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure></p>
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Macro Economic Events

Global

Economics

iShares MSCI Israel Capped Investable Market Index Fund

ISRA

President Trump Says Would Be Nice If Issues With Iran Can Be Worked Out Without Israel Striking Military Facilities

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Apollo Global Management</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with APO, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 10 options trades for <strong>Apollo Global Management</strong>.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 80% bullish and 20%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $77,000, and 9, calls, for a total amount of $690,313.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $105.0 to $195.0 for Apollo Global Management during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Apollo Global Management's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Apollo Global Management's significant trades, within a strike price range of $105.0 to $195.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Apollo Global Management Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737664231_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$236.5K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">551</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$48.2</td>
<td>$47.7</td>
<td>$48.2</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$144.6K</td>
<td>684</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$77.0K</td>
<td>199</td>
<td align="right">220</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$36.4</td>
<td>$35.5</td>
<td>$36.09</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$72.1K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$58.5K</td>
<td>190</td>
<td align="right">150</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Apollo Global Management</h3>
<p>Apollo Global Management Inc is an alternative investment manager. It serves various sectors such as chemicals, manufacturing and industrial, natural resources, consumer and retail, consumer services, business services, financial services, leisure, and media and telecom and technology. The company operates in three business segments that are Asset Management, Retirement Services, and Principal Investing. It generates maximum revenue from the Retirement Services segment.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Apollo Global Management, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Apollo Global Management</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,719,699, the price of APO is up by 1.38%, reaching $171.24.</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 12 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Apollo Global Management</h3>
<p>1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $191.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Apollo Global Management, which currently sits at a price target of $191. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Apollo Global Management with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Decoding Apollo Global Management's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>AutoZone</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for AutoZone (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</a>) we detected 9 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 55% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 22% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $184,620 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $235,127.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $2800.0 to $3550.0 for AutoZone over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for AutoZone'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 AutoZone's whale trades within a strike price range from $2800.0 to $3550.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>AutoZone Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737664227_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$72.8</td>
<td>$68.0</td>
<td>$68.0</td>
<td>$3360.00</td>
<td>$122.4K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$639.6</td>
<td>$624.0</td>
<td>$630.0</td>
<td>$2800.00</td>
<td>$63.0K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$550.0</td>
<td>$542.0</td>
<td>$550.0</td>
<td>$2900.00</td>
<td>$55.0K</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$336.0</td>
<td>$319.3</td>
<td>$327.56</td>
<td>$3050.00</td>
<td>$32.7K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$324.0</td>
<td>$317.0</td>
<td>$317.0</td>
<td>$3500.00</td>
<td>$31.7K</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About AutoZone</h3>
<p>AutoZone operates as a leading retailer of aftermarket automotive parts in the United States. The firm operates more than 6,400 stores domestically, serving both the do-it-yourself and commercial (do-it-for-me) end markets. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, AutoZone manages a wide array of stock-keeping units applicable to numerous vehicle makes and models, providing its consumers with ample product availability. The firm drives traffic by providing superior and convenient customer service as AutoZone's team of knowledgeable staff assists consumers with diagnosing a vehicle's problem, selecting the necessary part for replacement, and in some instances, installation. The company also operates internationally, with 800 stores in Mexico and more than 100 in Brazil.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding AutoZone, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>AutoZone's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 47,994, with AZO's price up by 0.67%, positioned at $3348.42.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 33 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About AutoZone</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $3631.5.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on AutoZone, which currently sits at a price target of $3585.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Argus Research persists with their Buy rating on AutoZone, maintaining a target price of $3678. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for AutoZone with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


AutoZone's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on <strong>NIO</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) we detected 11 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 27% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 63% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $312,077 and 7, calls, for a total amount of $253,397.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $1.0 to $15.0 for NIO during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for NIO's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across NIO's significant trades, within a strike price range of $1.0 to $15.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>NIO 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737664221_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$116.7K</td>
<td>30.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$1.22</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$79.9K</td>
<td>30.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$72.2K</td>
<td>19.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$68.9K</td>
<td>45.6K</td>
<td>7.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$10.85</td>
<td>$10.75</td>
<td>$10.8</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$43.2K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About NIO</h3>
<p>Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations such as battery swapping and autonomous driving technologies. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold over 160,000 EVs in 2023, accounting for about 2% of the China passenger new energy vehicle market.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of NIO, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>NIO's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 25,573,993, the price of NIO is down by -3.62%, reaching $4.13.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 40 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest NIO options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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