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With the obvious being its electric vehicle businesses and solar and smart grid operations, Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) appears to be the epitome of an environmentally friendly company, one that checks all sorts of sustainable investing boxes.

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Putting its deep expertise in China and emerging markets to virtuous use, KraneShares launched the KraneShares MSCI China ESG Leaders ETF (NYSE: KESG) on Wednesday.

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Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) shares are moving higher on Monday after the company appointed former Novo Nordisk COO and President Kåre Schultz&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HIMS/earnings">to its Board of Directors.</a>
Schultz brings<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/b39877550/pharmaceutical-industry-chief-k-re-schultz-joins-hims-hers-board"> extensive experience from his leadership roles</a> at Novo Nordisk Inc.  (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>), Teva Pharmaceutical Industries LTD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEVA#NYSE">TEVA</a>) and Lundbeck. 
At Novo Nordisk, Schultz was instrumental in establishing the company as a leader in diabetes care. 
&#8220;Kåre&#8217;s experience gives us an incredible wealth of expertise as we bring together the most valuable elements of clinical excellence, healthcare and technology to redefine health and wellness for our customers.&#8221; said CEO Andrew Dudum.
Price Action: Hims &amp; Hers shares were up by 5.12% at $20.50 at the time of writing, according to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard"> Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Director of the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) Kimberly Cheatle appeared before the House Oversight Committee on Monday following a nationwide call for answers following the attempted assassination of former President <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39778541/trump-shooting-recalls-memories-of-reagan-assassination-attempt-heres-how-markets-react-to-political">Donald Trump on July 13</a>.
Hearing Takeaways: Cheatle offered vague commentary on the implications of the attempt. The director said that the USSS &#8220;will move heaven and earth&#8221; to make sure that an event like the one on July 13 would not happen again.
&#8220;We failed,&#8221; Cheatle said in her opening statement. 
During an aggressive line of questioning by Nancy Mace (R-SC), Cheatle agreed that the attempt was &#8220;preventable.&#8221;
Several representatives — including committee chair James Comer (R-KY), Jared Moskowitz (D-FL), Ro Khanna (D-CA), Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and others — called on Cheatle to resign her post.
&#8220;I think I am the best person to lead the Secret Service at this time," Cheatle said under questioning by Virginia Foxx (R-VA).
Cheatle repeatedly insisted that she would not comment on specifics until an investigation was concluded. 
Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Jim Jordan (R-OH), Summer Lee (D-PA), Gary Palmer (R-AL), Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Moskowitz each expressed incredulity that the Secret Service allowed the gunman to perch on a roof at shooting range to the stage where Trump was speaking. 
Cheatle confirmed to Kweisi Mfume (D-MD) that there was &#8220;overwatch&#8221; on the building on July 13.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39873874/trumps-pleas-for-extra-security-repeatedly-ignored-by-secret-service-prior-to-assassination-attempt">Previous reporting indicated</a> that the Secret Service denied requests by the Trump campaign for additional security at campaign events. Cheatle was unable to tell the committee how many times the USSS turned down Trump campaign requests but did say that there are alternate ways to cover requests, whether that be by personnel or technology support. Cheatle told Comer that the assets requested by the Trump campaign for July 13 were given as asked.
Cheatle told Biggs that the USSS identified the perpetrator as suspicious before the attempt and sent agents to interview him but no agents located him. She said that many individuals at rallies are labeled as suspicious, but that doesn't necessarily mean they constitute a threat. When asked by Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL), Cheatle estimated that there were two to five instances of communication to the USSS about the gunman&#8217;s presence before the shooting.
William Timmons (R-SC) insinuated that female USSS agents could not adequately protect Trump. Tim Burchett (R-TN) called Cheatle, the second female director of the USSS, a &#8220;DEI [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion] horror story.&#8221;
&#8220;The incident on the 13th has nothing to do with DEI,&#8221; Cheatle told Jasmine Crockett (D-TX). &#8220;The incident on the 13th has to do with a failure or a gap either with planning or communication.&#8221;
Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) accused her Republican colleagues of willfully spreading misinformation and engaging in misogyny and racism.
Ranking member Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), Gerry Connolly (D-VA) and non-voting delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) railed against the AR-15 weapon used by the shooter and pushed for stricter gun laws. Crockett tied the shooting to Pennsylvania&#8217;s status as an open-carry state.
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A recent survey from Northwestern Mutual revealed that Americans believe they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/06/39193206/retirement-savings-goal-surges-1-46-million-now-seen-as-magic-number">need about $1.46 million to retire comfortably</a>. This figure has jumped 15% in just a year and represents a staggering 53% increase since 2020. It's clear that many people feel pressure to save an astronomical amount for retirement – but is this really what you need?
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Andrew Biggs, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, is challenging the status quo with a bold claim: you might be able to retire with as little as $50,000 to $100,000 in total savings. That's a far cry from the million-dollar benchmark many financial experts advocate and the amount people think they need.&nbsp;
In his Wall Street Journal opinion piece, "You Don't Need to be a Millionaire to Retire," Biggs explains the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39819250/do-you-know-how-much-you-should-have-in-your-401-k-heres-what-experts-recommend-vs-the-actual-av">average American has only saved</a> around $88,400 for retirement. He argues that despite what surveys say, hard data on retirees show it takes far lower levels of savings to be financially secure in retirement.&nbsp;
Contrary to widespread concerns about retirees struggling financially, recent data paints a more optimistic picture. According to Biggs&#8217; analysis of the Federal Reserve&#8217;s Survey of Household Economics and Decision-Making, most older Americans appear to be managing well in retirement.
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The survey asked U.S. households about their financial situation and revealed some encouraging trends for those aged 65 to 74. Between 2019 and 2022, 86% of respondents in this age group reported &#8220;doing OK&#8221; or &#8220;living comfortably.&#8221; Specifically, 49% said they were &#8220;living comfortably,&#8221; while 37% reported &#8220;doing OK.&#8221;
Only a small fraction of retirees in this age range indicated financial distress. About 12% stated they were &#8220;just getting by,&#8221; and a mere 3% reported &#8220;finding it difficult to get by.&#8221; This suggests that the reality of retirement for many Americans may be more positive than often portrayed in public discourse.
Biggs also points out a particularly useful question: "Approximately how much do you currently have saved for retirement?" The categories ranged from "less than $10,000" to "more than $1 million."
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Only 19% of retirees reported having less than $10,000 in savings. This figure challenges Sen. Bernie Sanders's claim that "almost 45% of older Americans between the ages of 55 and 64 have no savings at all and no idea how they will be able to retire with any shred of dignity or respect." Among those finding it difficult to get by, nearly 75% had less than $10,000 in savings. Yet, a slight majority of retirees in this category (52%) reported being either "doing OK" or "living comfortably."
For seniors with more than $10,000 in retirement savings, fewer than 1% said they were struggling financially, while 93% indicated they were "doing OK" or "living comfortably." Among those with $50,000 to $99,999 in savings – a figure much lower than many financial advisors suggest – only 3% reported difficulty getting by, 11% were just getting by, and 86% were either "doing OK" or "living comfortably."
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Biggs&#8217; analysis reveals that many retirees report financial comfort with savings between $50,000 and $100,000. This suggests that not having a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/05/38875764/can-you-guess-how-many-americans-have-2-million-saved-for-retirement-its-probably-less-than-youd">million-dollar nest egg</a> isn&#8217;t necessarily a cause for panic or a reason to believe retirement is impossible. Biggs&#8217; opinions are based on a survey of current retirees&#8217; actual experiences, which often differ significantly from pre-retirees' expectations or fears about future needs.
In his WSJ piece, Biggs emphatically states, &#8220;It&#8217;s impossible to find any evidence that seniors need even a fraction of $1.46 million in savings to be financially secure.&#8221; Whether you need $50,000, ten times your annual earnings, or even millions, it's a good idea to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/fam">consult a financial advisor</a>. They can help create a realistic savings goal for you and your needs.&nbsp;
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Shares of semiconductor stocks are trading higher as the sector rebounds after falling last week. Chip stocks droped last week amid possible profit taking and concerns over new China restrictions. Investors may also be weighing Biden's exit from the 2024 presidential race.

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Needham initiated coverage on Axsome Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXSM#NASDAQ">AXSM</a>), which focuses on central nervous disorders conditions, including depression, Alzheimer&#8217;s disease agitation, migraine, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/axsm" rel="noreferrer noopener">narcolepsy, and fibromyalgia</a>.&nbsp;
Needham writes that Axsome Therapeutics&#8217; diversified CNS portfolio will help grow the risk-adjusted topline by 8-10x in five years.
The analyst anticipates an upside for Axsome Therapeutics on its two marketed drugs, Auvelity for major depressive disorder and Sunosi for excessive daytime sleepiness.
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Physicians report a positive experience with Auvelity due to its novel mechanism of action, rapid onset, and efficacy. However, they note that payer coverage could be better. Physicians were generally positive about increasing their use of Auvelity, but Needham does not anticipate better-than-expected growth for the drug.
Needham initiated with a Buy rating and a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AXSM/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $130</a>.
The analyst says the company&#8217;s most significant pipeline asset, AXS-05 in Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease agitation, is already de-risked based on two positive Phase 3 trial data, and the ADVANCE-2 Ph 3 readout this year will support a filing.
Needham estimates 2028 US sales of ~$550 million (+11% vs. cons), growing to ~$1 billion in 2030
Currently, Axsome receives no value for its remaining pipeline, but several of these products are in the late stages.
Needham anticipates they will contribute to topline growth soon.
Axsome has three late-stage assets: AXS-07 for migraine, AXS-14 for fibromyalgia—2Q24 filing, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/03/37917570/whats-going-on-neurology-focused-axsome-therapeutics-stock-on-monday" rel="noreferrer noopener">AXS-12 for narcolepsy</a> filing post-second half data safety data, which can collectively drive ~$1 billion in sales by 2030 with a 60-65% probability of success.
Price Action: AXSM stock is up 1.21% at $85.88 at the last check on Monday.
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Injective's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/inj/usd">INJ</a>) price has decreased 3.09% over the past 24 hours to $26.29. This is contrary to the coins performance over the past week where it has experienced an up-trend of 17.0%, moving from $22.51 to its current price.
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Injective over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
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The trading volume for the coin has risen 37.0% over the past week diverging from the circulating supply of the coin, which has decreased 0.25%. This brings the circulating supply to 97.15 million. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for INJ is #42 at $2.55 billion.
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Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGC#NASDAQ">CGC</a>) shares are trading higher Monday. Cannabis stocks have gained recently as optimism regarding potential federal policy changes grows.  Investors also assess Biden&#8217;s announcement that he will exit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39874209/joe-biden-drops-out-what-would-happen-with-cannabis-legalization-under-kamala-harris-or-donald-t">the 2024 presidential race.</a> 
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Optimism is growing among cannabis investors following a series of political developments in the United States. Mostly recently, President Joe Biden suspended his campaign and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Presidential candidate on Sunday.&nbsp;
Investors may be encouraged by the prospect of a Kamala Harris Presidential candidacy as she has been an <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/15/vice-president-to-hold-cannabis-roundtable-00146564">outspoken proponent</a> of the decriminalization of marijuana. Harris called the current classification of marijuana under federal law "absurd" during a White House event in March and said she is looking forward to seeing the Drug Enforcement Administration&#8217;s decision about moving it to a different category.&nbsp;
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Canopy Growth shares also rose <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39805320/what-happened-with-canopy-growth-stock-today">last week </a>following the selection of Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) as Donald Trump's Vice-Presidential running-mate.&nbsp;
According to a Marijuana Moment<a href="https://www.marijuanamoment.net/where-trumps-vice-presidential-running-mate-j-d-vance-stands-on-marijuana/"> report</a>, Vance believes states should set their own cannabis laws. He's also suggested that he&#8217;s against incarcerating individuals for low-level possession.
According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Canopy Growth shares are trading about even with the stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average of $7.81, and the company will report its first-quarter results in early August.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Should I Sell My CGC Stock?</h2>
When deciding to hold on to or sell a stock, investors should consider their time horizon, unrealized gains and total return.
Shares of Canopy Growth have increased by 99.01% in the past year. An investor who bought shares of Canopy Growth at the beginning of the year would make a profit of $3.07 per share if they sold it today. The stock has risen 12.37% over the past month, meaning an investor who bought shares on June 1 would see a capital loss of $0.16.
Investors may also consider market dynamics. The Relative Strength Index can be used to indicate whether a stock is overbought or oversold. Canopy Growth stock currently has an RSI of 69.09, indicating neutral conditions.
For access to advanced charting and analysis tools and stock data, check out <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga PRO. Try it for free.</a> 
CGC Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Canopy Growth shares are up 11.1% at $7.92 at the time of publication Monday.
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Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Yi Fu Lee reiterates Datadog (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DDOG#NASDAQ">DDOG</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $150 price target.

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Over the past 24 hours, dogwifhat's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">WIF</a>) price has risen 10.98% to $2.86. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 46.0% gain, moving from $1.95 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $4.83. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for dogwifhat over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
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The trading volume for the coin has increased 46.0% over the past week. while the overall circulating supply of the coin has decreased 0.12% This puts its current circulating supply at an estimated 100.0% of its max supply, which is 998.93 million. The current market cap ranking for WIF is #36 at $2.86 billion.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards GEO Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEO#NYSE">GEO</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in GEO usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for GEO Group. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 62% leaning bullish and 25% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $153,039, and 4 are calls, amounting to $156,482.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $12.0 to $20.0 for GEO Group over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for GEO Group options trades today is 762.25 with a total volume of 2,151.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for GEO Group's big money trades within a strike price range of $12.0 to $20.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>GEO Group Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721674874_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$67.3K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GEO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/30/24</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$39.0K</td>
<td>500</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GEO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/30/24</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.83</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$38.3K</td>
<td>500</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GEO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/30/24</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.82</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>500</td>
<td>300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GEO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/30/24</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$37.6K</td>
<td>500</td>
<td>101</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About GEO Group</h3>
The GEO Group Inc specializes in detention facilities and community reentry centers. It operates in four segments: U.S. Secure Services, which mainly encompasses U.S.-based secure services business; Electronic Monitoring and Supervision Services, which conducts its services in the United States, represents services provided to adults for monitoring services and evidence-based supervision and treatment programs for community-based parolees, probationers, and pretrial defendants; Reentry Services conducts its services in the United States represents services provided to adults for residential and non-residential treatment, educational and community-based programs, pre-release and half-way house programs; and International Services.
Having examined the options trading patterns of GEO Group, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of GEO Group</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,427,148, the price of GEO is down -3.12% at $15.83. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 16 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on GEO Group</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $18.75.
<ul>
<li>In a cautious move, an analyst from Jones Trading downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $18. </li>
</ul>
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Looking At GEO Group's Recent Unusual Options Activity

Ratings for Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) were provided by 18 analysts in the past three months, 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 style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Burlington Stores, revealing an average target of $259.17, a high estimate of $300.00, and a low estimate of $209.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 8.44% increase from the previous average price target of $239.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721674873_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Burlington Stores by financial experts. The following summary presents 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>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$284.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay Sole</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$238.00</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$276.00</td>
<td>$258.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$274.00</td>
<td>$252.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$257.00</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$284.00</td>
<td>$246.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$274.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Siegel</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Altschwager</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lorraine Hutchinson</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay Sole</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
<td>$126.00</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 Burlington Stores. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Burlington Stores compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Burlington Stores's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Burlington Stores's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BURL/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Burlington Stores analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Burlington Stores's Background</h2>
Burlington Stores Inc is off-price retailer offering an extensive selection of in-season, fashion-focused merchandise including: women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, baby, beauty, footwear, accessories, home, toys, gifts and coats. Company sell a broad selection of desirable, first-quality, current-brand, labeled merchandise acquired directly from nationally recognized manufacturers and other suppliers. Company sell product in category such as Ladies apparel, Accessories and shoes, Home, Mens apparel, Kids apparel and baby and Outerwear.
<h3>Breaking Down Burlington Stores's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Burlington Stores displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 April, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 10.51%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Burlington Stores's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 3.32%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.74%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Burlington Stores's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.02%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Burlington Stores's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 4.67, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically 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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

BURL

What 18 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Burlington Stores

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Carnival. Our analysis of options history for Carnival (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) revealed 15 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 33% of traders were bullish, while 66% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $320,209, and 12 were calls, valued at $507,095.
<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 $17.0 to $22.0 for Carnival over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Carnival options trades today is 15778.4 with a total volume of 12,506.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Carnival's big money trades within a strike price range of $17.0 to $22.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Carnival 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721674869_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.73</td>
<td>$2.71</td>
<td>$2.73</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$180.9K</td>
<td>14.6K</td>
<td>822</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.74</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>$2.74</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$87.4K</td>
<td>14.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$69.2K</td>
<td>22.2K</td>
<td>630</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.76</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$1.76</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$57.5K</td>
<td>31.0K</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.74</td>
<td>$2.73</td>
<td>$2.74</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$51.8K</td>
<td>14.6K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Carnival</h3>
Carnival is the largest global cruise company, with 92 ships in service at the end of fiscal 2023. Its portfolio of brands includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America; P&amp;O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; Aida in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe. It's currently folding its P&amp;O Australia brand into Carnival. The firm also owns Holland America Princess Alaska Tours in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Carnival's brands attracted nearly 13 million guests in 2019, prior to covid-19, a level it reached again in 2023.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Carnival, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Carnival Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 11,745,574, the price of CCL is up by 1.11%, reaching $18.64.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 67 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Carnival</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $22.4.
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Deutsche Bank has decided to maintain their Hold rating on Carnival, which currently sits at a price target of $19. </li>
<li>An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Carnival, which currently sits at a price target of $22. </li>
<li>An analyst from B of A Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Carnival, which currently sits at a price target of $24. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Susquehanna keeps a Positive rating on Carnival with a target price of $22. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Argus Research continues to hold a Buy rating for Carnival, targeting a price of $25. </li>
</ul>
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Carnival Unusual Options Activity

Ratings for Chesapeake Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHK#NASDAQ">CHK</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Chesapeake Energy and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $106.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $117.00 and a low estimate of $93.00. This current average represents a 1.12% decrease from the previous average price target of $107.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721674864_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A clear picture of Chesapeake Energy's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Subash Chandra</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Scialla</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Chesapeake Energy. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Chesapeake Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Chesapeake Energy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Chesapeake Energy's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Chesapeake Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Chesapeake Energy</h2>
Chesapeake Energy Corp is a us-based exploration and production company. It is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, and development of properties for the production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids from underground reservoirs. Geographically, the company focuses on areas of Marcellus, Northern Appalachian Basin in Pennsylvania; Haynesville, Northwestern Louisiana (Gulf Coast); and Eagle Ford, South Texas.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Chesapeake Energy</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Chesapeake Energy's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -64.65% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: Chesapeake Energy's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.42%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.24%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.18%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Chesapeake Energy's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.2, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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