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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Thermo Fisher Scientific. Our analysis of options history for Thermo Fisher Scientific (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMO#NYSE">TMO</a>) revealed 12 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 41% of traders were bullish, while 33% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $638,204, and 6 were calls, valued at $1,331,814.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $520.0 to $610.0 for Thermo Fisher Scientific during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Thermo Fisher Scientific's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Thermo Fisher Scientific's whale activity within a strike price range from $520.0 to $610.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Thermo Fisher Scientific Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614512_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TMO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$98.2</td>
<td>$98.0</td>
<td>$98.0</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$588.0K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">101</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$77.1</td>
<td>$71.2</td>
<td>$77.1</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$308.4K</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
<td align="right">52</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$98.4</td>
<td>$91.0</td>
<td>$98.4</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$196.8K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$98.1</td>
<td>$98.1</td>
<td>$98.1</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$196.2K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">135</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$98.4</td>
<td>$98.5</td>
<td>$98.5</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$187.1K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Thermo Fisher Scientific</h3>
<p>Thermo Fisher Scientific sells scientific instruments and laboratory equipment, diagnostics consumables, and life science reagents. The firm operates through four segments as of mid-2024 (revenue figures include some cross-segment revenue): analytical technologies (17% of sales); specialty diagnostic products (11%); life science solutions (22%); and lab products and services, which includes CRO services (54%).</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Thermo Fisher Scientific, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Thermo Fisher Scientific's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,042,301, with TMO's price down by -0.94%, positioned at $536.79.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 76 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Thermo Fisher Scientific</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $647.0.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Buy rating on Thermo Fisher Scientific, maintaining a target price of $665.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from RBC Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Thermo Fisher Scientific with a target price of $718.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Thermo Fisher Scientific, targeting a price of $610.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on Thermo Fisher Scientific with a target price of $620.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Outperform rating for Thermo Fisher Scientific, targeting a price of $622. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Thermo Fisher Scientific, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With TMO

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Goldman Sachs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</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 GS usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 18 extraordinary options activities for Goldman Sachs Gr. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 27% leaning bullish and 38% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $138,243, and 14 are calls, amounting to $1,799,081.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $430.0 to $630.0 for Goldman Sachs Gr during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Goldman Sachs Gr's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Goldman Sachs Gr's significant trades, within a strike price range of $430.0 to $630.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Goldman Sachs Gr Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614507_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$18.75</td>
<td>$18.35</td>
<td>$18.75</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$468.7K</td>
<td>227</td>
<td align="right">252</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$81.35</td>
<td>$77.0</td>
<td>$77.0</td>
<td>$510.00</td>
<td>$300.3K</td>
<td>353</td>
<td align="right">55</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$98.0</td>
<td>$96.2</td>
<td>$98.0</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$196.0K</td>
<td>842</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$161.1</td>
<td>$159.65</td>
<td>$160.0</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$192.0K</td>
<td>86</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$11.86</td>
<td>$580.00</td>
<td>$117.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">101</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Goldman Sachs Gr</h3>
<p>Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking and asset management firm. Approximately 20% of its revenue comes from investment banking, 45% from trading, 20% from asset management and 15% from wealth management and retail financial services. Around 60% of the company's net revenue is generated in the Americas, 15% in Asia, and 25% in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Goldman Sachs Gr, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Current Position of Goldman Sachs Gr</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,046,821, with GS's price down by -0.87%, positioned at $589.07.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 62 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Goldman Sachs Gr</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $588.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Goldman Sachs Gr, which currently sits at a price target of $661.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Outperform rating on Goldman Sachs Gr with a target price of $614.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on Goldman Sachs Gr with a target price of $575.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from JP Morgan keeps a Overweight rating on Goldman Sachs Gr with a target price of $520.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods continues to hold a Outperform rating for Goldman Sachs Gr, targeting a price of $570. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Goldman Sachs Gr, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


Behind the Scenes of Goldman Sachs Gr's Latest Options Trends

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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on <strong>General Motors</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with GM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 42 uncommon options trades for General Motors.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 40% bullish and 54%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 20 are puts, for a total amount of $1,034,927, and 22 are calls, for a total amount of $2,677,340.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $45.0 and $70.0 for General Motors, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for General Motors options trades today is 4840.25 with a total volume of 85,097.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for General Motors's big money trades within a strike price range of $45.0 to $70.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>General Motors Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614501_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.34</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$660.6K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.21</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$468.9K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$357.5K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>328</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$265.3K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
<td>289</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.63</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$196.0K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
<td>424</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About General Motors</h3>
<p>General Motors Co. emerged from the bankruptcy of General Motors Corp. (old GM) in July 2009. GM has eight brands and operates under four segments: GM North America, GM International, Cruise, and GM Financial. The United States now has four brands instead of eight under old GM. The company regained its us market share leader crown in 2022, after losing it to Toyota due to the chip shortage in 2021. 2023's share was 16.5%. GM's Cruise autonomous vehicle arm has previously done driverless geofenced AV robotaxi services in San Francisco and other cities but stopped in late 2023 after an accident. It restarted service in 2024 but not in California. GM owns over 80% of Cruise. GM Financial became the company's captive finance arm in October 2010 via the purchase of AmeriCredit.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with General Motors, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of General Motors</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 12,686,429, with GM's price up by 0.91%, positioned at $58.23.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for General Motors</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $58.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital persists with their Outperform rating on General Motors, maintaining a target price of $65.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Underweight rating on General Motors, which currently sits at a price target of $38.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for General Motors, targeting a price of $70.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on General Motors, which currently sits at a price target of $62.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein persists with their Market Perform rating on General Motors, maintaining a target price of $55. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for General Motors with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


This Is What Whales Are Betting On General Motors

<p>Analysts' ratings for BioNTech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNTX#NASDAQ">BNTX</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 17 analysts.</p>
<p>The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have set 12-month price targets for BioNTech, revealing an average target of $132.24, a high estimate of $171.00, and a low estimate of $96.00. Marking an increase of 19.2%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $110.94. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614463_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
<p>The standing of BioNTech among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>John Newman</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$171.00</td>
<td>$171.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Shibutani</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yaron Werber</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yaron Werber</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jessica Fye</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$124.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yifeng Liu</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Burns</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terence Flynn</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Emmanuel Papadakis</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eliana Merle</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Akash Tewari</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jessica Fye</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tazeen Ahmad</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Burns</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Akash Tewari</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Burns</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Burns</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to BioNTech. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of BioNTech compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of BioNTech's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BNTX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on BioNTech analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Delving into BioNTech's Background</h2>
<p>BioNTech is a Germany-based biotechnology company that focuses on developing cancer therapeutics, including individualized immunotherapy, as well as vaccines for infectious diseases, including covid. The company's oncology pipeline contains several classes of drugs, including mRNA-based drugs to encode antigens, neoantigens, cytokines, and antibodies; cell therapies; bispecific antibodies; and antibody-drug conjugates, or ADCs. BioNTech is partnered with several large pharmaceutical companies, including Roche, Eli Lilly, Pfizer, Sanofi, and Genmab. Covid vaccine Comirnaty is its first commercialized product.</p>
<h3>A Deep Dive into BioNTech's Financials</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3 months period, BioNTech showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>39.04%</strong> as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects 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 Health Care sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> BioNTech's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>15.91%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> BioNTech's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>1.04%</strong> ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> BioNTech's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>0.89%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of <strong>0.01</strong>, BioNTech adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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Analyst Ratings

BNTX

The Analyst Landscape: 17 Takes On BioNTech

<p>7 analysts have shared their evaluations of TechnipFMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTI#NYSE">FTI</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have set 12-month price targets for TechnipFMC, revealing an average target of $34.57, a high estimate of $37.00, and a low estimate of $31.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 3.72% increase from the previous average price target of $33.33.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614454_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive TechnipFMC is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Scott Gruber</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Abhishek Kumar</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Anderson</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marc Bianchi</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Minervino</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chase Mulvehill</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Phillip Jungwirth</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 TechnipFMC. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of TechnipFMC compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of TechnipFMC's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of TechnipFMC's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FTI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on TechnipFMC analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About TechnipFMC</h2>
<p>TechnipFMC is the largest pure-play offshore oilfield service provider, offering integrated deep-water offshore oil and gas development solutions that span the full spectrum of subsea equipment and subsea engineering and construction services. The company also provides various surface equipment used with onshore oil and gas wells. TechnipFMC originated with the 2017 merger of predecessor companies Technip and FMC Technologies.</p>
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of TechnipFMC</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> TechnipFMC's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>14.17%</strong>. This signifies 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 Energy sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> TechnipFMC's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>11.69%</strong>. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> TechnipFMC's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>8.81%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> TechnipFMC's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>2.9%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> TechnipFMC's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.6</b>, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
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Beyond The Numbers: 7 Analysts Discuss TechnipFMC Stock

<p>4 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Groupon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRPN#NASDAQ">GRPN</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></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><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Groupon, presenting an average target of $17.75, a high estimate of $26.00, and a low estimate of $8.00. This current average has decreased by 7.79% from the previous average price target of $19.25. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731614446_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
<p>A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Groupon is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Brooks</td>
<td>Northland Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sean McGowan</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Brooks</td>
<td>Northland Capital Markets</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Groupon. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Groupon compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Groupon's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Groupon's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GRPN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Groupon analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
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<h2>About Groupon</h2>
<p>Groupon Inc acts as the middleman between consumers and merchants, offering a variety of products and services at discounts via its online store. It offers consumers daily deals from local merchants. The company's operations are organized into two segments: North America and International. The company generates the majority of its revenue from North America. The company generates revenue from transactions during which the company generates commissions by selling goods or services on behalf of third-party merchants. Revenue also includes commissions the company earn when customers make purchases with retailers using digital coupons accessed through its digital properties.</p>
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Groupon</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Challenges:</strong> Groupon's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately <strong>-3.48%</strong>. This indicates 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 Consumer Discretionary sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Groupon's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>-8.05%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Groupon's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>-24.66%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Groupon's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>-1.74%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Groupon's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>5.78</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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<p>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.</p>
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