Home Depot Option Alert: Apr 17 $440 Calls at the Bid: 3500 vs 264 OI; Earnings 2/25 Before Open 

Home Depot Option Alert: Apr 17 $440 Calls at the Bid: 3500 @ $3.55 vs 264 OI; Earnings 2/25 Before Open Ref=$401.47

Home Depot (NYSE:HD) Stock

Home Depot

Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating more than 2,300 warehouse-format stores offering more than 30,000 products in store and 1 million products online in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its stores offer numerous building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and decor products and provide various services, including home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The acquisition of Interline Brands in 2015 allowed Home Depot to enter the MRO business, which has been expanded through the tie-up with HD Supply (2020). The additions of the Company Store brought textiles to the lineup, and the recent tie-up with SRS will help grow professional demand in roofing, pool and landscaping projects.

Palantir, Carvana, Enovix, Grab, Tesla: Why These 5 Stocks Are On Investors' Radars Today

Opinion

AAPL

AMCR

AMZN

GOOGL

MTCH

Alpha Buying: Insider Activity Dwindles Despite Notable Buys from Top Execs

Boycott,Red,Rubber,Stamp,Over,A,White,Background.

News

COST

NFLX

SBUX

TSLA

Full-Shopping Boycotts Sweep Europe Over High Prices—Now, One US Community Is Following Suit But For A Different Cause


President Trump&#39;s recent tariff announcement on steel and aluminum imports has sparked a stock market rally among domestic metal producers, including Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:CLF), Nucor Corporation (NYSE:NUE) and Alcoa

Will the Tariff Bump Lead to a Steel Trap?

The Home Depot Inc

HAIDILAO INTL HLDG LTD by Haidilao International Hldg Ltd

Haidilao International Holding Ltd

HyperDAO

DBX ETF Trust Xtrackers MSCI All World ex US High Dividend Yield

HDFC Bank Ltd

Xtrackers MSCI EAFE High Dividend Yield Equity ETF

Heidelberg Materials AG ADR

ProShares Hedge Replication ETF

Ranger Equity Bear Bear ETF

HAYDALE GRAPHENE IND ORD by Haydale Graphene Inds PLC

Haydale Graphene Industries PLC

H-D INTL HLDGS GRP by H-D INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS GROUP

H-D International Holdings Group

HYPERTENSION DIAGNSTCS by Hypertension Diagnostics, Inc.

Hypertension Diagnostics Inc

Adentra Inc

SUPER HI INTERNATIONAL HOLDING LTD. - American Depositary Shares

Super Hi International Holding Ltd

ETRACS Monthly Pay 2xLeveraged US High Dividend Low Volatility ETN Series B due September 30, 2044

HEIDELBERG MTERIALS S/ADR by HEIDELBERG MATERIALS AG

Heidelberg Materials AG

First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III First Trust Horizon Managed Volatility Developed International ETF

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT

HENDERSON EUROTRUST PLC by Henderson EuroTrust Plc

ETF Series Solutions Defiance Next Gen H2 ETF

EPSILON HEALTHCARE LTD by Epsilon Healthcare Limited

Epsilon Healthcare Ltd

HIGHLAND COPPER CO INC by Highland Copper Company Inc.

Highland Copper Co Inc

HS GovTech Solutions Inc

Hudson Technologies Inc

HEADSTRONG GROUP INC by Headstrong Group, Inc.

Headstrong Group Inc

HUNTER DOUGLAS NV by Hunter Douglas N.V.

HEADSUP ENTMT INTL INC by HeadsUp Entertainment International, Inc.

HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc

Lattice Strategies Trust Hartford Disciplined US Equity ETF

iShares Core High Dividend ETF

HENDERSON INVTS LTD S/ADR by Henderson Investment Ltd.

Henderson Investment Ltd

HERALD INVST TR PLC by Herald Investment Trust Plc.

HEALTH DISCOVERY CORP by Health Discovery Corp.

Health Discovery Corp

Hydration - United States Dollar

HYPERDYNAMICS CORP by HyperDynamics Corp.

HyperDynamics Corp

Taking a look at insider buying this week, we see that insiders are just as cautious and uncertain as the rest of us. The insider buy-sell ratio has moved to levels that are typically bearish, meaning that many more insiders are selling than buying.
&nbsp;Now, that is not necessarily a disaster. Insiders sell stock for all sorts of reasons—estate planning, buying a house, funding a dream wedding or an Ivy League education, or, in some cases, a dream divorce.
But there is only one reason an insider buys: they think their stock is going to move a lot higher.
Right now, the lack of insider buying suggests they are not feeling overly confident about the market's long-term upside. And let's be honest, the broader market indicators aren't giving us any warm fuzzies either. Market cap to GDP, the Buffett Indicator, is sitting at historic highs. The overall allocation to equities among pensions, individuals, and institutions is near peak levels, a setup that historically leads to anemic returns over the next decade.
The excess CAPE yield, which compares corporate cash flows to Treasury yields, is flashing warning signs with a spread that screams, &#8220;proceed with caution.&#8221;
A lost decade is not out of the question. That does not mean an outright crash, though. It could take many forms: a brutal meltdown and a slow recovery, a melt-up followed by a grinding pullback, or just a long, ugly period of sideways action. The market has been running hot since 2009, and it has weathered a few hiccups—2018 and COVID—but each time, the Fed stepped in and bailed everyone out. That kind of intervention cannot last forever.
Then there is the extreme market concentration. Most of the recent gains are coming from a small handful of stocks. The last time the market was this narrow? 1998-1999. Before that? The Nifty Fifty era of the 1970s. Neither ended well. Do the math.
So, where is the smart money going during these turbulent times?
That brings us to Tom Gayner at Markel (Ticker: MKL).
Markel is not your typical insurance company.
&nbsp;It's a specialty insurer, covering everything from marine and aviation to professional liability and even horse insurance,. It seems in addition to specialty property and liability coverages they also insure racehorses, show horses, and livestock. &nbsp;That even includes major medical insurance for horses
The business is well-run and highly profitable. Gayner, who took the reins in 1990, has transformed it from a $40 million outfit into an $18 billion powerhouse.
His investment track record is nothing short of spectacular, crushing the S&amp;P 500 over multiple decades. Recently, he made two separate six-figure stock purchases—one in November, another in early February. That kind of move from a guy with his track record should make you sit up and take notice.
Markel is not just about insurance. It also runs an investment portfolio that mirrors the Berkshire Hathaway model, with a strong emphasis on long-term, value-driven stock picks. The firm's portfolio includes major stakes in companies like Berkshire Hathaway (Ticker: BRK-A), Google (Ticker: GOOGL), Brookfield (Ticker: BN), Amazon (Ticker: AMZN), John Deere (Ticker: DE), Home Depot (Ticker: HD), Visa (Ticker: V), Apple(Ticker: AAPL), and Watsco (Ticker: WSC),a top-tier HVAC distributor generating impressive cash flow.
More recently, they have been buying Franco-Nevada, a gold royalty company, and Hagerty Insurance, which specializes in classic car coverage. They have also added Airbnb, Dollar General, and Insperity, a staffing solutions provider. The investment strategy is built on high-quality businesses with strong cash flow, and Markel's ability to generate returns has been exceptional over time.
Another name that caught my eye? Amcor PLC (Ticker: AMCR). It is a UK-based packaging and container company specializing in medical and consumer goods packaging. They are in the process of acquiring Berry Global, which will significantly boost their market position.
The stock is cheap, trading at just $10 per share with a solid 5% dividend yield. The CEO just snapped up another $1 million worth of stock, increasing his stake by over 30%. When the guy running the show puts that kind of money on the table, you should pay attention.
And for those of you still swiping left and right, Match Group (Ticker: MTCH) insiders are making a move. Match owns all the big names in online dating—Tinder, Hinge, OkCupid, Plenty of Fish, and even some niche brands. The CEO just bought $2 million worth of stock, and a director stepped up with a six-figure buy.
This business has high gross margins, strong cash flow, and solid projected earnings growth for 2025. Wall Street loves it, and now the people at the top are backing it with their own cash.
So what is the takeaway? The overall market looks sketchy. Insiders are not exactly lining up to buy, which is a big red flag. But when the few who are buying happen to be seasoned, successful executives with a history of making smart bets, it is worth following their lead. Keep your eyes on Markel, Amcor, and Match Group.
These insiders are not waiting for permission. They are backing their convictions with real money. That is the kind of move you want to watch in times like these.

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Home Depot. Our analysis of options history for Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) revealed 25 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 56% of traders were bullish, while 28% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 10 were puts, with a value of $448,950, and 15 were calls, valued at $614,946.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $260.0 to $430.0 for Home Depot over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Home Depot's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Home Depot's significant trades, within a strike price range of $260.0 to $430.0, over the past month.
<h3>Home Depot Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740071735_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$25.55</td>
<td>$26.45</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$95.2K</td>
<td>144</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$86.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
<td>$78.5K</td>
<td>506</td>
<td align="right">313</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$40.6</td>
<td>$39.35</td>
<td>$40.65</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$65.0K</td>
<td>38</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$31.15</td>
<td>$30.9</td>
<td>$31.15</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$62.3K</td>
<td>30</td>
<td align="right">31</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Home Depot</h3>
Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating more than 2,300 warehouse-format stores offering more than 30,000 products in store and 1 million products online in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its stores offer numerous building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and decor products and provide various services, including home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The acquisition of Interline Brands in 2015 allowed Home Depot to enter the MRO business, which has been expanded through the tie-up with HD Supply (2020). The additions of the Company Store brought textiles to the lineup, and the recent tie-up with SRS will help grow professional demand in roofing, pool and landscaping projects.
<h3>Where Is Home Depot Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 969,689, the HD's price is down by -1.06%, now at $391.25. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 5 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Home Depot</h3>
Over the past month, 4 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $461.75.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
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&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Telsey Advisory Group continues to hold a Outperform rating for Home Depot, targeting a price of $455. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities persists with their Buy rating on Home Depot, maintaining a target price of $467. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Overweight rating on Home Depot with a target price of $450. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from JP Morgan keeps a Overweight rating on Home Depot with a target price of $475. 
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.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Home Depot, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

Options

Markets

Home Depot's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Telsey Advisory Group analyst Joseph Feldman maintains Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $455 price target.

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Outperform on Home Depot, Maintains $455 Price Target

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/14/25</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$124.4K</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
<td>99.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$232.50</td>
<td>$30.8K</td>
<td>15.1K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
<td>$396.5K</td>
<td>22.6K</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$64.8K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td>9.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$28.4K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PTON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/14/25</td>
<td>$9.50</td>
<td>$129.2K</td>
<td>6.2K</td>
<td>6.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$68.2K</td>
<td>11.6K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/14/25</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$44.4K</td>
<td>298</td>
<td>271</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$33.8K</td>
<td>104</td>
<td>186</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$407.50</td>
<td>$45.6K</td>
<td>67</td>
<td>122</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on February 14, 2025. This event was a transfer of 211 contract(s) at a $350.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $124.4K, with a price of $590.0 per contract. There were 12877 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 99035 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 245 contract(s) at a $232.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 57 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.8K, with a price of $126.0 per contract. There were 15179 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 14056 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UAA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAA#NYSE">UAA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 151 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 4406 contract(s) at a $7.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $396.5K, with a price of $90.0 per contract. There were 22679 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 10010 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 88 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 159 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.8K, with a price of $405.0 per contract. There were 4173 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9292 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 4 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 243 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.4K, with a price of $117.0 per contract. There were 4978 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8081 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PTON (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTON#NASDAQ">PTON</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on February 14, 2025. This event was a transfer of 4600 contract(s) at a $9.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 26 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $129.2K, with a price of $28.0 per contract. There were 6246 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6251 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 123 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 31 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $68.2K, with a price of $2200.0 per contract. There were 11652 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1099 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on February 14, 2025. Parties traded 148 contract(s) at a $385.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.4K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 298 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 271 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 396 day(s) on March 20, 2026. This event was a transfer of 67 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.8K, with a price of $505.0 per contract. There were 104 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 186 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For HD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 4 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $407.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.6K, with a price of $570.0 per contract. There were 67 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 122 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

BABA

DKNG

Citigourp Global Markets 2% Protected Notes Linked To The Djia

PTON

10 Consumer Discretionary Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 6.73% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.84%. Currently, Home Depot has a market capitalization of $406.31 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HD: If an investor had bought $1000 of HD stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $13,505.94 today based on a price of $409.03 for HD at the time of writing.
<h3>Home Depot's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739800812_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Trading Ideas

$1000 Invested In This Stock 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

A wave of full-shopping boycotts has taken hold in parts of Europe, with consumers in the Balkans leading the charge against skyrocketing grocery prices. Now, a movement in the U.S. is adopting a similar strategy—but for an entirely different reason.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">European Consumers Push Back Against Rising Costs</h2>
Shoppers across the Balkans recently organized supermarket boycotts to protest soaring food prices and a worsening cost of living crisis. Under the leadership of the consumer rights organization Hello, Inspector, the campaign began in Croatia and swiftly expanded to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia.
<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"> 
<div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Supermarket aisles were quiet across Croatia on Friday as consumers protested high food prices by joining a boycott on shopping.<a href="https://t.co/GdEHFdOW1R">https://t.co/GdEHFdOW1R</a> <a href="https://t.co/4lNLN132LS">pic.twitter.com/4lNLN132LS</a>
&mdash; AFP News Agency (@AFP) <a href="https://twitter.com/AFP/status/1882851895741743418?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
</figure>
Don't Miss:
<ul>
<li>BlackRock is calling 2025 the year of alternative assets. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/masterworks">One firm from NYC has quietly built a group of 60,000+ investors who have all joined in on an alt asset class previously exclusive to billionaires like Bezos and Gates.</a></li>
<li>‘Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/mode-mobile-2">You can invest today for just $0.26/share with a $1000 minimum.</a></li>
</ul>
The boycott had an immediate impact. In Croatia alone, supermarket transactions dropped by 44%, and total sales plunged by 53%, according to tax authorities. In response, the Croatian government increased the number of price-capped essentials from 30 to 70. In an attempt to regain customers, grocery chains such as Kaufland and Konzum announced price reductions and frozen prices on a few products.
Even Montenegro's prime minister expressed support for the movement, stating that &#8220;as a citizen, I support such action.&#8221;
Trending: They call it the &#8216;Biggest Disruption To IP Since Disney&#8217; and their funding window is closing . <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/elf-labs-1">Less than 24 hours left&nbsp; for investors to claim shares at just $2/share with $980 minimum.</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Different Kind of Boycott Emerges in the U.S.</h2>
While Europeans are protesting high prices, Latinos in the U.S. are using a similar tactic to push back against the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43216758/well-go-as-far-as-im-allowed-trumps-plan-with-immigrants-starts-with-1-million-deportations">Trump administration&#8217;s immigration policies</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43214683/target-ends-dei-program-following-trumps-call-to-eliminate-illegal-preferences-expert-calls-it-brand-suicide-for-retail-giant-with-diverse-customer-base">rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs</a>. Calling for a stop to non-essential spending, the Latino Freeze Movement has urged Latinos to &#8220;hold the line&#8221; and refrain from patronizing American companies that they perceive to be failing immigrant communities.
<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"> 
<div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Campaña de los latinos contra Cocacola por apoyar las deportaciones Uuuuuuupa NO TOMEN MAS ESA BASURA. <a href="https://t.co/O6tP3DHmpK">pic.twitter.com/O6tP3DHmpK</a>
&mdash; Le petit prince (@don_juan13) <a href="https://twitter.com/don_juan13/status/1886082220227522666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
</figure>
Videos circulating on social media show Latinos rejecting American products, with one clip depicting a family pouring Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) and Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) down the drain in protest. The movement encourages consumers to swap U.S. products for Latin American alternatives while boycotting companies like Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), McDonald's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), and Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>).
See Also: How do billionaires pay less in income tax than you?<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/tax-deferring-adv"> Tax deferring is their number one strategy</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Economic and Political Impact</h2>
Latinos contribute $3.7 trillion to the U.S. economy, making their collective GDP the fifth largest in the world. The movement argues that a spending freeze could send a strong message to corporations and policymakers alike.
&#8220;Latinos and Latinas, stop spending money. Hold the line. We can all collectively make a big impact by simply holding and not spending our money,&#8221; the Latino Freeze Movement <a href="https://www.latinofreeze.com/">urges on its website</a>.
The boycott extends beyond consumer goods. Participants are encouraged to avoid big purchases, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43543459/i-love-canada-more-than-i-love-spotify-canadians-are-canceling-netflix-amazon-disney-and-spotify-en-masse-despite-the-tariff-pause">cancel subscriptions</a>, and focus spending on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36819134/mark-cuban-says-he-will-short-companies-who-think-diversity-is-negative-im-telling-you-what-i-think">businesses that support DEI</a> and immigrant rights. Companies like Costco (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), Trader Joe&#8217;s, Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), and Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) are highlighted as supportive, while major brands like Coca-Cola face scrutiny over unverified claims of cooperation with immigration enforcement agencies.
Read Next:
<ul>
<li>It&#8217;s no wonder Jeff Bezos holds over $250 million in art — <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/masterworks">this alternative asset has outpaced the S&amp;P 500 since 1995, delivering an average annual return of 11.4%. Here&#8217;s how everyday investors are getting started.</a></li>
<li>Inspired by Uber and Airbnb &#8211; Deloitte's fastest-growing software company is transforming 7 billion smartphones into income-generating assets &#8211; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/mode-mobile-2">with $1,000 you can invest at just $0.26/share!</a></li>
</ul>

Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintains Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $440 to $450.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Home Depot, Raises Price Target to $450

Truist Securities analyst Scot Ciccarelli maintains Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $465 to $467.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Home Depot, Raises Price Target to $467

Winter weather is moving into nearly every part of the country this week and threatens to bring several different weather hazards depending on location. An atmospheric river is taking aim at fire-scarred areas of Southern California, while the MidAtlantic and Northeast regions brace for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43544471/winter-storm">more snow and ice.&nbsp;</a>
MidAtlantic Snow: The first major weather event of this busy week will strike the MidAtlantic region on Tuesday with snow and ice spreading through the Washington D.C., Philadelphia and New York City metro areas.&nbsp;
Read Next: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43600652/super-micro-computer-q2-earnings-preview-accounting-updates-nasdaq-deadline-on-watch">Super Micro Computer Q2 Earnings Preview: Accounting Updates, Nasdaq Deadline On Watch&nbsp;</a>
AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the <a href="https://www.accuweather.com/en/winter-weather/early-week-winter-storm-to-dump-snow-from-dc-to-philly-nyc/1743253">storm</a> will trigger plowing operations and deicing activity at airports in an area covering approximately 200,000 square miles. 
Travelers should prepare for delays and disruptions. Two of the largest airlines serving the Washington D.C. and Philadelphia airports are American Airlines Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) and Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>).&nbsp;
Northeast Snow: A second snow and ice storm will follow quickly on the heels of the MidAtlantic snow, arriving on Wednesday night with snow forecast for New England and rain further south. Snow will change to sleet and freezing rain during the day on Thursday and come to an end on Thursday night. 
Grocery and home improvement stores may see increased traffic as people stock up on food and essentials before the storm. Retailers like Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) could see a boost in revenue from storm-related sales.&nbsp;
California Rain: An atmospheric river is lining up and will hit California on Wednesday, with the worst of the weather expected on Thursday. The storm is expected to be the strongest in a year, according to <a href="https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-02-11/strongest-southern-california-storm-in-a-year-what-to-know">the</a> Los Angeles Times and will bring heavy rains to the entire state, including fire-damaged areas of Los Angeles. 
The National Weather Service warned of "potentially life-threatening and damaging flooding and debris flows," which are a type of landslide that may affect the recently burned areas.&nbsp;
Residents and insurance companies in Southern California, like Allstate Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALL#NYSE">ALL</a>) and Chubb Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>), may take another hit if further damage is caused by landslides and debris flows in the fire-ravaged areas.&nbsp;
Read Next:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/02/43535256/palantir-adds-elon-musks-ai-chatbot-grok-to-aip">Palantir Adds Elon Musk&#8217;s AI Chatbot Grok To AIP</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

Large Cap

Travel

Insurance

General

February Winter Weather Set To Bring Northeast Snow, Soak California Fire Zones

Across the recent three months, 7 analysts have shared their insights on Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $445.71, a high estimate of $475.00, and a low estimate of $405.00. This current average has increased by 2.5% from the previous average price target of $434.86. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739188843_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Home Depot. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W. Andrew Carter</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$405.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$455.00</td>
<td>$455.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$465.00</td>
<td>$459.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elizabeth Suzuki</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Bellinger</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$435.00</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 Home Depot. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Home Depot compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Home Depot's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Home Depot's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Home Depot analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Home Depot</h2>
Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating more than 2,300 warehouse-format stores offering more than 30,000 products in store and 1 million products online in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its stores offer numerous building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and decor products and provide various services, including home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The acquisition of Interline Brands in 2015 allowed Home Depot to enter the MRO business, which has been expanded through the tie-up with HD Supply (2020). The additions of the Company Store brought textiles to the lineup, and the recent tie-up with SRS will help grow professional demand in roofing, pool and landscaping projects.
<h3>Home Depot's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Home Depot's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 6.65%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Home Depot's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 9.07% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Home Depot's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 71.49%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Home Depot's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 3.76%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 10.95, Home Depot faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
Breaking: Wall Street's Next Big Mover
Benzinga's #1 analyst just identified a stock poised for explosive growth. This under-the-radar company could surge 200%+ as major market shifts unfold. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/turning-point-trader-checkout-2/?t=Tu1tu3arja3be22tu36&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for urgent details</a>.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Expert Outlook: Home Depot Through The Eyes Of 7 Analysts

JP Morgan analyst Christopher Horvers maintains Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $450 to $475.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Home Depot, Raises Price Target to $475

Each week,&nbsp;Benzinga's Stock Whisper Index&nbsp;uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.
Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.
Read Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/01/42802731/exclusive-top-20-most-searched-tickers-on-benzinga-pro-in-2024-where-do-tesla-nvidia-gamestop-trump-media-stocks-rank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EXCLUSIVE: Top 20 Most-Searched Tickers On Benzinga Pro In 2024 — Where Do Tesla, Nvidia, GameStop, Trump Media Stocks Rank?</a>
Here&#8217;s a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week ending Feb. 7:
The Trade Desk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTD#NASDAQ">TTD</a>): The digital advertising company saw strong interest from readers during the week, which comes ahead of fourth-quarter financial results on Feb. 12. Analysts <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">expect the company</a> to report quarterly revenue of $758.9 million, up from $605.8 million in last year's fourth quarter. 
Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of 56 cents for the fourth quarter, up from 41 cents per share in last year's fourth quarter. The company has beaten analyst estimates for revenue in more than 10 straight quarters and beaten estimates for earnings per share in three straight quarters and eight of the last 10 quarters overall. 
The stock has received favorable<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TTD/analyst-ratings"> coverage from analysts</a> in recent weeks with several price target upgrades. Trade Desk shares have also been volatile after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/12/42278221/trade-desk-shares-are-on-the-rise-today-what-you-need-to-know">an analyst suggested</a> that the company could merge with Roku.
Trade Desk shares traded up slightly over the past five days as seen on the<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"> Benzinga Pro chart</a> below and are up 68% over the past year.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="999" height="506" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161553/Screenshot-325.png" alt="" class="wp-image-772727" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161553/Screenshot-325.png 999w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161553/Screenshot-325-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161553/Screenshot-325-768x389.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 999px) 100vw, 999px" /></a></figure>
BigBear.ai Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>): The digital intelligence solutions provider saw interest soar along with its stock price during the week. BigBear.ai<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43501000/ai-based-intelligence-provider-bigbearai-partners-with-dod-to-advance-national-security"> landed a Department of Defense contract</a> to advance AI-powered threat detection systems. The news of the DoD deal is welcomed by investors who saw shares fall after<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41759387/bigbear-ai-stock-drops-after-worse-than-expected-q3-revenue-details"> third-quarter financial results</a> in November.
The company's quarterly revenue of $41.5 million missed Street consensus estimates. The company ended the third quarter with a backlog of $437 million, saying it was building a "long-term sustainable business." 
BigBear.ai shares <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/01/43016362/bigbearai-stock-surges-on-ceo-shake-up-the-details">also traded higher</a> in January with the announcement that Kevin McAleenan would be the new CEO. McAleenan previously served as the Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security during President Donald Trump's first White House term.
BigBear.ai stock was up over 100% in the last week and shares are up over 400% in the past year.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="997" height="506" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161627/Screenshot-326.png" alt="" class="wp-image-772728" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161627/Screenshot-326.png 997w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161627/Screenshot-326-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161627/Screenshot-326-768x390.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 997px) 100vw, 997px" /></a></figure>
Digital Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLR#NYSE">DLR</a>): The data center company saw a surge in interest from Benzinga readers, leading to its second appearance on the Stock Whisper Index in three weeks. The rise in interest comes with Digital Realty's fourth-quarter financial results coming on Feb. 13.
Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of $1.69 and revenue of $1.46 billion, both improvements to last year's fourth quarter. The company has missed analyst revenue estimates in four straight quarters, while beating earnings per share estimates in three straight quarters. Investors will be hoping the company beats both estimates.
Digital Realty saw a surge of interest in January with the announcement of The Stargate Project leading to more attention on AI infrastructure. There remains concerns that the new project could actually hurt Digital Realty, which could be something the company is asked about by analysts after its quarterly results.
Digital Realty shares are up 3.5% over the past week and up around 15% in the last year.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="995" height="502" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161644/Screenshot-327.png" alt="" class="wp-image-772729" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161644/Screenshot-327.png 995w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161644/Screenshot-327-300x151.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161644/Screenshot-327-768x387.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px" /></a></figure>
Home Depot Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>): The home improvement stock saw a surge in interest from readers during the week, including more than normal searches for a stock of its size. The interest could be related to pressure on stocks in the homebuilder sector due to tariff and economic concerns. Home Depot could also be volatile <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43544471/winter-storm">with winter storms</a> impacting regions of the country. 
Home Depot is set to report fourth-quarter financial results on Feb. 25, with analysts expecting the company to have earnings per share of $2.97 and revenue of $38.7 billion. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in more than 10 straight quarters. While Home Depot has only beaten analyst revenue estimates in one straight quarter, the company has beaten the consensus figure in six of the last 10 quarters. 
JPMorgan analyst Christopher Horvers recently<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43166746/home-depot-likely-to-outcomp-lowes-in-q4-analyst-says-as-home-improvement-battle-heads-toward-earnings"> gave the nod</a> to Home Depot in the battle with rival Lowe's Companies for quarterly financial results. The analyst said Home Depot is likely to outcomp Lowe's with stabilizing consumer trends, cutting-edge technology, and its acquisition of SRS Distribution.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1001" height="503" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161703/Screenshot-328.png" alt="" class="wp-image-772730" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161703/Screenshot-328.png 1001w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161703/Screenshot-328-300x151.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161703/Screenshot-328-768x386.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1001px) 100vw, 1001px" /></a></figure>
Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>): The networking and software giant saw increased interest from Benzinga readers ahead of quarterly financial results. Cisco reports second-quarter financial results on Feb. 12. 
Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of 91 cents and revenue of $13.87 billion. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in more than 10 straight quarters and beaten revenue estimates in 10 straight quarters. 
The surge in interest for Cisco comes with shares hitting new 52-week highs on Friday and shares trading at their highest price since December 2021, nearing five-year highs.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1001" height="516" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161719/Screenshot-329.png" alt="" class="wp-image-772731" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161719/Screenshot-329.png 1001w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161719/Screenshot-329-300x155.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/07161719/Screenshot-329-768x396.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1001px) 100vw, 1001px" /></a></figure>
Stay tuned for next week's report, and follow Benzinga Pro for all the latest headlines and&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">top market-moving stories here.</a>
Read the latest Stock Whisper Index reports here:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42798998/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">January 3</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42927075/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">January 10</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43066466/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">January 17</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/01/43201590/benzinga-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">January 24</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/02/43419547/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-52">January 31</a></li>
</ul>
Read Next:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/25/01/43041374/exclusive-how-high-will-sp-500-go-under-donald-trump-in-2025-readers-are-optimistic-26-say-this" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EXCLUSIVE: How High Will S&amp;P 500 Go Under Donald Trump In 2025? Readers Are Optimistic, 26% Say This…</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Benzinga

Exclusives

BBAI

CSCO

Benzinga's 'Stock Whisper' Index: 5 Stocks Investors Secretly Monitor But Don't Talk About Yet

Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 7.14% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.14%. Currently, Home Depot has a market capitalization of $403.80 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HD: If an investor had bought $1000 of HD stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $14,047.24 today based on a price of $406.50 for HD at the time of writing.
<h3>Home Depot's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738963810_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Home Depot 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

A dangerous winter storm is bringing snow, ice and freezing rain to portions of the Midwest and Northeast on Thursday. 
Another storm is following close behind and is expected to arrive this weekend. Here's a look at the potential impacts of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43108615/southern-power-grids-face-historic-winter-test-as-snow-blankets-gulf">the winter weather. </a>
The Details: A moist air mass collided with cold air across the Midwest, Ohio Valley and Northeast, producing a corridor of sleet and freezing rain on Thursday.
&#8220;A storm sweeping across the central and eastern United States will bring a swath of hazardous freezing rain through Thursday,&#8221; warned AccuWeather Meteorologist Brandon Buckingham.
Blustery winds will enter the region behind the storm with maximum wind gusts of 65 miles per hour Thursday into Friday, <a href="https://www.accuweather.com/en/winter-weather/dangerous-snow-and-ice-storm-to-snarl-travel-across-the-midwest-northeast/1741400">according to</a> AccuWeather.&nbsp;
Read Next: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/02/43535256/palantir-adds-elon-musks-ai-chatbot-grok-to-aip">Palantir Adds Elon Musk&#8217;s AI Chatbot Grok To AIP</a>
Forecast: Meteorologists warn that another winter storm will hit many of the same areas affected by Thursday's storm. A mix of snow, ice and rain or thunderstorms will advance from the Central states and head for the East Coast Friday night through Sunday morning.
Stocks To Watch: Observers expect Lowe&#8217;s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>) and Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) stores will have increased traffic as consumers buy salt, shovels and snowblowers to handle the storm. 
Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) could also see a bump in sales as shoppers stock up on groceries and other household essentials. 
There is an increased risk of power outages, especially with freezing rain and ice in the forecast. 
Eversource Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ES#NYSE">ES</a>) and Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ED#NYSE">ED</a>) are two power companies that operate in the Northeast. Observers would be wise to monitor those stocks in the event of widespread outages. 
Travelers should expect Thursday&#8217;s weather to affect flights through the weekend. JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) has major hubs in New York City and Boston. Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) is also on watch as the air carrier operates all ten of the busiest US routes from Boston Logan International Airport. 
Read Next:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43512137/ford-shares-skid-after-q4-report-details">Ford Shares Skid After Q4 Report: Details</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

Movers

JBLU

Snow, Ice Blast Many US States Thursday With Another Winter Storm Expected This Weekend

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with HD, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 15 uncommon options trades for Home Depot.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 66% bullish and 13%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $362,790, and 11 are calls, for a total amount of $674,233.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $330.0 to $440.0 for Home Depot over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Home Depot'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 Home Depot's whale activity within a strike price range from $330.0 to $440.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Home Depot 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738866628_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$258.3K</td>
<td align="right">293</td>
<td align="right">320</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$246.6K</td>
<td align="right">376</td>
<td align="right">304</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$69.0K</td>
<td align="right">156</td>
<td align="right">398</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$64.1K</td>
<td align="right">181</td>
<td align="right">99</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$48.5K</td>
<td align="right">156</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Home Depot</h3>
Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating more than 2,300 warehouse-format stores offering more than 30,000 products in store and 1 million products online in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its stores offer numerous building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and decor products and provide various services, including home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The acquisition of Interline Brands in 2015 allowed Home Depot to enter the MRO business, which has been expanded through the tie-up with HD Supply (2020). The additions of the Company Store brought textiles to the lineup, and the recent tie-up with SRS will help grow professional demand in roofing, pool and landscaping projects.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Home Depot, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Home Depot</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 602,598, the HD's price is up by 0.1%, now at $414.25. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 19 days.</li>
</ul>
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
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">Click here for access</a>.
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.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Home Depot, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

Home Depot Unusual Options Activity

WIIM

TMHC

Shares of homebuilders and construction companies are trading lower as investors assess U.S. tariff concerns which may harm the industry.

&nbsp;Shares of retail stocks are trading lower as investors evaluate U.S. tariff risks which may negatively impact industry revenues.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Shares of retail stocks are trading lower as investors evaluate U.S. tariff risks which may negatively impact industry revenues.&nbsp;

BGFV

BURL

CANG

DLTR

FIVE

LULU

PLCE

REAL

SFIX

SHOO

ULTA

Shares of retail and apparel stocks are trading lower as investors evaluate U.S. tariff risks which may hinder industry sales.

The Trump administration's Tuesday memo, titled "A Fork in the Road,&#8221; is being viewed as a move to push career federal workers out of their jobs and, observers say, replace them with loyalists, <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/28/trump-federal-workers-quit-severance">noted</a> Axios, which first reported this story.
The memo, sent by email, told federal employees they have until Feb. 6 to choose whether to participate in a &#8220;deferred resignation program&#8221; that would allow them to decide now that they will resign in September.
"Between the flurry of anti-worker executive orders and policies, it is clear that the Trump administration's goal is to turn the federal government into a toxic environment where workers cannot stay even if they want to," said Everett Kelley, president of the American Federation of Government Employees in a statement <a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-buyouts-to-all-federal-employees-f67f5751a0fd5ad8471806a5a1067b5e">reported</a> by the Associated Press.
&#8220;If you resign under this program, you will retain all pay and benefits regardless of your daily workload and will be exempted from all applicable in-person work requirements until Sept. 30, 2025 (or earlier if you choose to accelerate your resignation for any reason),&#8221; the email stated. An IRS employee in Kansas City told Benzinga she received her email at around 7 p.m. ET Tuesday evening.
The federal government employed more than three million people as of November 2024, which accounted for nearly 2% of the nation's entire civilian workforce, <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2025/01/07/what-the-data-says-about-federal-workers/">according</a> to the Pew Research Center. Not counting the Postal Service, there are more than 2.4 million federal workers, which makes the federal government the nation's single largest employer, with even more workers than Walmart, Amazon or McDonald's.
"Even a fraction of the workforce accepting buyouts could send shockwaves through the economy and trigger widespread disruptions throughout society as a whole, triggering wide-ranging — and as yet unknowable — implications for the delivery, timeliness and effectiveness of federal services across the nation," notes the Pew report.
While President Donald Trump vowed to disrupt Washington with the help of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42608814/elon-musks-doge-role-in-government-set-for-fascinating-tough-fight-says-analyst-walter-isaacson-sees-challenges-for-tesla-ceos-federal-path">Department of Government Efficiency</a> headed by Tesla CEO <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/elon-musk">Elon Musk</a>, the buyout orders, if undertaken, could have immediate negative effects on key sectors in the U.S. economy.
For example, contractors and IT services that provide defense solutions to the government such as Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>), Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) and General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>) could be affected. Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), a defense and aerospace contractor, and Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) could benefit if these federal functions are outsourced.
The financial and banking sector should experience some changes. JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) and Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) to mention just two, could be impacted by lending, mortgage markets and consumer spending.
Speaking of consumer spending and, judging from Pew's graph of where government workers are employed, retail giants such as Walmart Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), Target Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Home Depot Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>) could feel the pinch as shoppers in areas with large government employment tighten their belts.
Pew points out that, fewer than a fifth of federal workers work in or near Washington, D.C. as many might presume. California and Texas have the largest contingents of federal employees and 30,800 federal employees work overseas.
Now Read:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43309377/interest-rate-speculation-heats-up-before-fed-meeting-what-betting-markets-signal">Interest Rate Speculation Heats Up Before Fed Meeting: What Betting Markets Signals</a></li>
</ul>
Photo: Shutterstock

Government

Politics

LDOS

Trump Memo Heard Around The World: How US Economy Could Adjust To Buyouts For Federal Workers

Note: This story has been updated with additional details on recent moves by tech titans.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/government/25/01/43271358/georgia-rep-marjorie-taylor-greene-bought-over-1k-worth-of-asml-holding-stock-heres-what-you-">disclosed</a> a series of new trades as President Donald Trump&#8216;s equations with the leaders of Big Tech companies and other firms evolve during his second term. Greene&#8217;s portfolio shows the addition of 14 stocks and U.S. Treasuries, in a disclosure dated Jan. 27.
What Happened: The Republican politician, Greene, who has been the representative of Georgia&#8217;s 14th congressional district since 2021 has added a total of five lots of Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), with a transaction value of $1,001-$15,000 each to her portfolio in 2025, with the most recent trade on Jan. 21.
According to Benzinga&#8217;s government trades <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/marjorie-taylor-greene">tracking tool</a>, Taylor Greene also owns two lots of Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), with the recent purchase valued at $1,001-$15,000 on Jan. 21.
Whereas, Green purchased Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Visa Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>) for the first time in 2025 on Jan. 21, valued at around $1,001-$15,000, ahead of the Federal Reserve&#8217;s interest rate decision
Here&#8217;s a summary of Greene&#8217;s trades on Jan. 21:
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stocks/Bonds Purchased</td>
<td>Amount</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cardinal Health Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAH#NYSE">CAH</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eli Lilly And Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kinder Morgan Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NextEra Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Old Dominion Freight Line Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Visa Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>)</td>
<td>$1,001-$15,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>US Treasury Bills</td>
<td>$50,001-$100,000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
While she owned two lots of Palo Alto Networks worth $1,001-$15,000 and one lot of U.S. Treasury bills worth $100,001-$250,000, all other purchases in the list are the most recent, dated Jan. 21.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43295664/nvidia-supplier-asml-beats-q4-earnings-as-ceo-says-ai-is-key-driver-for-growth-is-it-a-buy-sell-or-hold-heres-what-technical-analysis-suggest">Nvidia Supplier ASML Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates, CEO Says &#8216;AI Is Key Driver For Growth:&#8217; Buy, Sell, Or Hold? Here&#8217;s What Technical Analysis Suggests </a>
Apart, from these stocks, she had investments worth $1,001-$15,000 in three lots of Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>), Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>), and Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) in 2025.
She also held one lot worth $1,001-$15,000 in Home Depot Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>), iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>), Southern Copper Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCCO#NYSE">SCCO</a>), Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>), and two lots worth the same in United Parcel Service Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) and Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), in 2025.
Lastly, in 2025, she owned four lots of the same amount in JPMorgan Chase &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).
Why It Matters: Members of Congress, both senators and representatives must publicly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/government/25/01/43271358/georgia-rep-marjorie-taylor-greene-bought-over-1k-worth-of-asml-holding-stock-heres-what-you-">disclose</a> any personal stock trades they make. This means they have to file a report whenever they buy or sell stock.
The STOCK Act, which became law in 2012, requires these reports to be filed within 45 days of the transaction and also mandates monthly disclosures of their financial holdings. This law aims to prevent insider trading by making sure Congress members don&#8217;t use their privileged information for personal profit in the stock market.
Major tech titans, including Tesla&#8217;s Elon Musk, Amazon&#8217;s Jeff Bezos, Meta&#8217;s Mark Zuckerberg, Apple&#8217;s Tim Cook, And Google&#8217;s Sundar Pichai have been visiting President <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/42935628/mark-zuckerberg-meets-donald-trump-at-mar-a-lago-mending-fences-ahead-of-gop-white-house-return">Trump's Mar-a-Lago </a>residence, reportedly seeking to shape future tech policies. 
Following Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, major tech leaders are shifting their strategies to align with the new administration. Zuckerberg <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/01/42779753/mark-zuckerbergs-meta-replaces-global-affairs-chief-nick-clegg-with-republican-joel-kaplan-ahead-of-trump-inauguration">appointed Republican</a> Joel Kaplan to lead policy and donated $1 million. Google, Amazon, and Apple followed suit with similar contributions. Microsoft's Satya Nadella, who reportedly gave $500,000 to Trump&#8217;s first inauguration, is also engaging with the new administration to strengthen relations.
Read Next:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43263070/deepseek-buzz-batters-big-tech-but-this-analyst-says-buy-the-dip-heres-a-list-of-top-five-semiconductor-etfs-with-the-lowest-expense-rations-that-investors-could-consider">DeepSeek Buzz Batters Big Tech But This Analyst Says &#8216;Buy The Dip:&#8217; Here&#8217;s Are Top 5 Semiconductor ETFs With The Lowest Expense Ratios That You Can Consider </a></li>
</ul>
Photo courtesy: Shutterstock

Equities

Market Summary

Sector ETFs

Bonds

ETFs

GOOG

IBIT

INTC

NVDA

ODFL

PANW

SCCO

Marjorie Taylor Greene Loads Up On Meta, Amazon, Tesla, Nvidia And Other Stocks As Donald Trump's New Equations With Big Tech Leaders Sets Stage For Growth: What Is At Stake? (UPDATED)

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</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 HD 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 Home Depot. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 12% leaning bullish and 87% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $174,920, and 4 are calls, amounting to $198,219.
<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 $320.0 to $470.0 for Home Depot over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Home Depot's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Home Depot's significant trades, within a strike price range of $320.0 to $470.0, over the past month.
<h3>Home Depot Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738081830_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$57.55</td>
<td>$55.65</td>
<td>$56.41</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$101.5K</td>
<td align="right">76</td>
<td align="right">18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$2.25</td>
<td>$2.21</td>
<td>$2.21</td>
<td>$407.50</td>
<td>$66.7K</td>
<td align="right">32</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$422.50</td>
<td>$42.9K</td>
<td align="right">327</td>
<td align="right">79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$40.2</td>
<td>$37.45</td>
<td>$38.48</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
<td>$34.6K</td>
<td align="right">36</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$12.65</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td align="right">404</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Home Depot</h3>
Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating more than 2,300 warehouse-format stores offering more than 30,000 products in store and 1 million products online in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its stores offer numerous building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and decor products and provide various services, including home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The acquisition of Interline Brands in 2015 allowed Home Depot to enter the MRO business, which has been expanded through the tie-up with HD Supply (2020). The additions of the Company Store brought textiles to the lineup, and the recent tie-up with SRS will help grow professional demand in roofing, pool and landscaping projects.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Home Depot, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Home Depot Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 541,609, with HD's price down by -1.07%, positioned at $420.31.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 28 days.</li>
</ul>
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
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">Click here for access</a>.
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 Home Depot with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

A Closer Look at Home Depot's Options Market Dynamics

Press Releases

The Home Depot Canada Foundation to raise over $11 million in support of youth homelessness by the end of 2024

Dividends

The Home Depot Declares Third-Quarter Dividend of $2.25

FIFA welcomes The Home Depot as Official Home Improvement Retail Supporter for FIFA World Cup 26™ in North America

Top Stock Picks: Home Depot vs. Lowe's – Which is the Better Buy?

The Home Depot Foundation Commits $1 Million to Support Wildfire Relief in Southern California

The Home Depot Foundation Increases Southern California Wildfire Relief Commitment to $3 Million

Uber Eats and The Home Depot Team Up to Bring On-Demand and Scheduled Delivery to Customers Nationwide

The Home Depot is Now on DoorDash

U.S. SOCCER FEDERATION TEAMS UP WITH THE HOME DEPOT TO BUILD THE FUTURE OF SOCCER

The Home Depot to Host Fourth Quarter & Fiscal Year Earnings Conference Call on February 25

DASH

UBER

Betterware de Mexico, S.A.P.I. de C.V. Ordinary Shares

Betterware de Mexico SAPI

Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. Common Stock

Comments

Home Depot

Unusual Options Activity for

Popular Channels

Tools & Features

Partners & Contributors

About Benzinga