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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on <strong>Morgan Stanley</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</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 MS, 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 11 uncommon options trades for Morgan Stanley.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 36% bullish and 63%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $390,607, and 5 are calls, for a total amount of $297,914.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $60.0 to $165.0 for Morgan Stanley over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Morgan Stanley options trades today is 1364.29 with a total volume of 1,299.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Morgan Stanley's big money trades within a strike price range of $60.0 to $165.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Morgan Stanley Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848926_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><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$2.62</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$131.0K</td>
<td>45</td>
<td align="right">502</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$9.8</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$126.3K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$92.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td align="right">194</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$66.9</td>
<td>$66.55</td>
<td>$66.9</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$66.9K</td>
<td>32</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$63.7K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td align="right">320</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Morgan Stanley</h3>
<p>Morgan Stanley is a global investment bank whose history, through its legacy firms, can be traced back to 1924. The company has institutional securities, wealth management, and investment management segments with approximately 45% of net revenue from its institutional securities business, 45% from wealth management, and 10% from investment management. About 30% of its total revenue is from outside the Americas. The company had over $5 trillion of client assets as well as around 80,000 employees at the end of 2023.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Morgan Stanley, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Morgan Stanley</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,825,534, with MS's price down by -0.81%, positioned at $124.7.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 14 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Morgan Stanley</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $104.0.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on Morgan Stanley, maintaining a target price of $104. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Morgan Stanley options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Options

Markets

Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on Morgan Stanley Options

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Caterpillar (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</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 CAT usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 14 extraordinary options activities for Caterpillar. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 21% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $721,902, and 9 are calls, amounting to $445,450.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $195.0 to $440.0 for Caterpillar over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Caterpillar stands at 646.64, with a total volume reaching 728.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Caterpillar, situated within the strike price corridor from $195.0 to $440.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Caterpillar 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848922_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$12.6</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$11.78</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$589.0K</td>
<td>99</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$169.25</td>
<td>$167.7</td>
<td>$169.25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$152.3K</td>
<td>155</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$69.85</td>
<td>$69.15</td>
<td>$69.85</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$48.8K</td>
<td>893</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$68.0</td>
<td>$65.05</td>
<td>$66.45</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$46.5K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$25.95</td>
<td>$24.5</td>
<td>$25.39</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$45.6K</td>
<td>554</td>
<td align="right">18</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Caterpillar</h3>
<p>Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Its reporting segments are: construction industries (40% sales/47% operating profit, or OP), resource industries (20% sales/19% OP), and energy &amp; transportation (40% sales/34% OP). Market share approaches 20% across many products. Caterpillar operates a captive finance subsidiary to facilitate sales. The firm has global reach (46% US sales/54% ex-US). Construction skews more domestic, while the other divisions are more geographically diversified. An independent network of 156 dealers operates approximately 2,800 facilities, giving Caterpillar reach into about 190 countries for sales and support services.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Caterpillar, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Caterpillar</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,039,082, the price of CAT is up by 1.2%, reaching $367.1.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 32 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Caterpillar</h3>
<p>In the last month, 4 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $480.25.</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; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Caterpillar, targeting a price of $471.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Jefferies keeps a Buy rating on Caterpillar with a target price of $475.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Citigroup keeps a Buy rating on Caterpillar with a target price of $460.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Overweight rating on Caterpillar, maintaining a target price of $515. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Caterpillar options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Behind the Scenes of Caterpillar's Latest Options Trends

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Cameco. Our analysis of options history for Cameco (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCJ#NYSE">CCJ</a>) revealed 10 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 70% of traders were bullish, while 0% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $1,082,710, and 4 were calls, valued at $168,681.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $47.0 to $75.0 for Cameco during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Cameco's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Cameco's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $47.0 to $75.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Cameco Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848917_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><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CCJ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$2.62</td>
<td>$3.08</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$616.0K</td>
<td>6.3K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCJ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$320.0K</td>
<td>6.3K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCJ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.51</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$72.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCJ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$52.7K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>62</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCJ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$37.0K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Cameco</h3>
<p>Cameco Corp is a provider of uranium needed to generate clean, reliable baseload electricity around the globe. one of those uranium producers. Cameco has three reportable segments, uranium, fuel services and Westinghouse. It derives maximum revenue from Uranium Segment. It has some projects namely; Millennium, Yeelirrie, Kintyre and Exploration. The company operates in Canada, Kazakhstan, Germany, Australia and United States.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Cameco, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is Cameco Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,829,672, the CCJ's price is up by 0.56%, now at $51.68. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 49 days.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<p>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 Cameco with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on CCJ Options

<p>Cheniere Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNG#NYSE">LNG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.55% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.7%. Currently, Cheniere Energy has a market capitalization of $48.97 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In LNG:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of LNG stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$3,270.50</strong> today based on a price of $218.25 for LNG at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Cheniere Energy's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848907_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


News

Trading Ideas

$1000 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<p><strong>Unity Software Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>) is back in the spotlight, thanks to a cryptic post from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/meme-stocks">famed meme stock</a> trader <strong>Keith Gill</strong>, a.k.a. "<strong>Roaring Kitty</strong>." </p>
<p>The stock surged over 10% in a single session, hitting $24.88, fueled by speculation and meme-driven hype. But is this just another fleeting rally, or does Unity have the fundamentals to back it up?</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-left">Meme Magic Meets Market Moves</h2>
<p>Roaring Kitty's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42758021/roaring-kitty-keith-gill-sparks-speculation-with-rick-james-themed-post-on-x-gamestop-chewy-shares-in-focus">latest post on X</a> (formerly Twitter) featured a well-known GIF of comedian <strong>Dave Chappelle</strong> impersonating Rick James. In the original viral version, the word "Unity" appears prominently below, but Roaring Kitty's post used the same GIF without the word included. The video quickly went viral, sparking unverified rumors that Gill might be planning a play on Unity Software stock.</p>
<p><strong>Read More: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42766576">Unity Software Stock Is Surging Thursday: What&#8217;s Going On?</a></strong></p>
<p>Adding to the frenzy, a significant block trade of 1.32 million shares valued at $29.7 million was executed, further fueling speculation.</p>
<p>While the market buzzed with theories, there was no direct evidence linking Gill to the block trade. Nonetheless, the meme stock community latched onto the excitement, pushing Unity's stock higher in early trading.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Fundamentals Behind The Unity Stock Frenzy</h2>
<p>Unity, a leading platform for real-time 3D content creation, has been a mixed bag for investors. The company's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/U/earnings">third quarter results</a> showed better-than-expected performance and an improved outlook. Though <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/report/U">revenue growth remains</a> sluggish, and it continues to incur losses. </p>
<p>Despite its challenges, Unity's position in the burgeoning 3D and gaming tech sector offers long-term potential.</p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent010225&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="629" height="492" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02141429/Screenshot-2025-01-03-at-12.44.17-AM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-715885" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02141429/Screenshot-2025-01-03-at-12.44.17-AM.png 629w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02141429/Screenshot-2025-01-03-at-12.44.17-AM-300x235.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px" /></a></figure></p>
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<p>On the technical front, Unity's stock shows bullish momentum. The price is above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, signaling optimism among traders. However, indicators like a negative MACD and RSI (50.68) suggest caution, with slight selling pressure evident.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next For Unity Software Stock?</h2>
<p>Whether Unity will cement its status as 2025's new meme stock remains to be seen. The combination of Roaring Kitty's influence and Unity's tech-driven potential makes it a stock to watch, but investors should weigh the hype against the fundamentals before diving in.</p>
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Technicals

Tech

Unity Stock Jumps As Roaring Kitty's Meme Magic Meets Technical Uncertainty

<p>It doesn't take a rocket scientist to realize that semiconductor giant <strong>Intel Corp</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/01/42762874/broadcom-thrives-with-114-stock-surge-in-ai-boom-while-intel-faces-steep-decline">is hurting</a>. </p>
<p>Over the past 52 weeks, Intel slipped approximately 58%. A range of woes, from management miscues to brewing skepticism of its competitive viability, have clouded the once-proud tech juggernaut. However, it's also possible that — at least in the near term — the ugliness could already be baked in.</p>
<p>In early December, Intel's board <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42275410/intel-ceo-pat-gelsinger-forced-out-by-board-analysts-cheer-potential-strategy-shift-this-move-opens-the-door">reportedly forced out</a> CEO <strong>Pat Gelsinger</strong>, which wasn't the most surprising development. While the chipmaker took significant steps — including a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/08/40340162/intels-turnaround-strategy-will-job-cuts-spark-tesla-like-stock-rally">dramatic workforce reduction</a> — to right the ship, the company's fiduciaries grew frustrated with Gelsinger's turnaround progress. </p>
<p>For the business week ending Dec. 6, Intel stock fell 15.78% — a reflection of deep uncertainty.</p>
<p>Last August, Intel stock suffered a seismic decline due to the semiconductor firm posting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INTC/earnings">earnings per share of 2 cents</a> for the second quarter, against an estimated print of 10 cents. Additionally, some analysts fretted over Intel's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41691058/intel-struggles-with-market-share-profitability-q3-analyst-insights">market share loss to the competition</a>.  At the same time, this bad news is now in the rearview mirror. Looking forward, the contrarian bulls may sense a deep-value proposition.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Technical and Statistical Trends May Favor Upside for Intel Stock</h2>
<p>One of the key factors shining a bullish light on Intel stock is the discipline of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-you-need-to-know-about-technical-analysis">technical analysis</a> or using price movements to identify buy and sell signals. </p>
<p>Specifically, since the aforementioned August earnings fallout, Intel has printed a series of rising lows. Previously, the bulls managed to hold support at $19. At the moment, the optimists have dug themselves in at the $20 level.</p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="593" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02143213/INTC-stock-01022025-1024x593.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-715909" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02143213/INTC-stock-01022025-1024x593.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02143213/INTC-stock-01022025-300x174.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02143213/INTC-stock-01022025-768x445.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02143213/INTC-stock-01022025.jpg 1032w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p>
<p>This trend implies that investors are now attuned to any positive news. In other words, Intel has already suffered layoffs, leadership challenges and competitive headwinds, among many other concerns. Again, the dirty laundry has already been seen and accounted for. All it may take now is a modicum of positivity to spark a quick recovery.</p>
<p>Another element that might favor the upside for Intel stock is its statistical trend. Relatively speaking, large weekly drops in security are rare. Not including sessions from last month, in the past five years, there have only been eight weeks where Intel stock dropped 10% or more. Of this figure, only three instances saw Intel deliver a positive return by the end of the fourth subsequent week.</p>
<p>Put another way, investors generally steer clear of the chipmaker when it suffers badly over a one-week period. However, since the early December drop, Intel stock appears to have found its footing at the $20 support line. For intrepid speculators, this might be the signal to pull the trigger.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Laying The Groundwork For A Bull Call Spread</h2>
<p>An enticing mechanism by which to speculate on INTC stock is an options strategy called the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bull-spread">bull call spread</a>. This approach calls for buying a call option and simultaneously selling a call at a higher strike price for the same expiration date. The idea is to use the credit received from the short call to partially offset the debit paid for the long call, thus discounting a net bullish position.</p>
<p>Conservative investors may want to consider the 18/20 bull call spread (buy the $18 call, sell the $20 call) for the options chain expiring Jan. 24, 2025. Fundamentally, the expiration date comes one day after Intel posts its Q4 earnings results. Should good news arrive, INTC stock will likely shoot higher. Investors can also close the position early, under the thesis of buy the rumor, sell the news.</p>
<p>However, in a bull call spread, a security moving significantly above the short strike price represents an opportunity cost as the maximum reward is capped at that particular price. For a more aggressive approach, investors may consider the 20/22 bull call spread for the Jan. 24 expiration date.</p>
<p>In this case, the maximum reward can be collected if INTC stock rises to $22 or above by expiration. Further, the $22 price point roughly splits the current support level and the prior support of approximately $25 which materialized in late 2022 and early 2023, making it a logical target.</p>
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Earnings

Long Ideas

INTC

Options Corner: Intel's Slump Potentially Offers Rebound Ahead Of Q4 Earnings

<p>Ratings for CareTrust REIT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRE#NYSE">CTRE</a>) were provided by 4 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing 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">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M 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>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have recently evaluated CareTrust REIT and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $31.5, accompanied by a high estimate of $34.00 and a low estimate of $26.00. This current average represents a 1.56% decrease from the previous average price target of $32.00. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848055_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive CareTrust REIT. The following summary 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>Richard Anderson</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Juan Sanabria</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Austin Wurschmidt</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Juan Sanabria</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$33.00</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 CareTrust REIT. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of CareTrust REIT compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for CareTrust REIT's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of CareTrust REIT's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTRE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on CareTrust REIT analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Get to Know CareTrust REIT Better</h2>
<p>CareTrust REIT Inc is a self-administered, publicly-traded REIT engaged in the ownership, acquisition, financing, development and leasing of skilled nursing, seniors housing and other healthcare-related properties. The Company has one reportable segment consisting of investments in healthcare-related real estate assets. It generates revenues by leasing healthcare-related properties to healthcare operators in triple-net lease arrangements. The Company generate revenues by leasing healthcare-related properties to healthcare operators in triple-net lease arrangements, under which the tenant is solely responsible for the costs related to the property (including property taxes, insurance, maintenance and repair costs and capital expenditures).</p>
<h3>Breaking Down CareTrust REIT's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> CareTrust REIT's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>11.59%</strong>. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> CareTrust REIT's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of <strong>58.35%,</strong> the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> CareTrust REIT's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>1.53%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> CareTrust REIT's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>1.19%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at <strong>0.16</strong>.</p>
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</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>In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.</p>
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<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Analyst Ratings

CTRE

Breaking Down CareTrust REIT: 4 Analysts Share Their Views

<p>State Street (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STT#NYSE">STT</a>) has been analyzed by 9 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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">0</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</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>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $110.0, along with a high estimate of $139.00 and a low estimate of $94.00. Observing a 9.88% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $100.11. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848044_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
<p>The standing of State Street 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>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Connor Lynagh</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Konrad</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Bedell</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Glenn Schorr</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Connor Lynagh</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
<td>$100.00</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 State Street. 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 State Street compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of State Street's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of State Street's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on State Street analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>About State Street</h2>
<p>State Street is a leading provider of financial services, including investment servicing, investment management, and investment research and trading. With approximately $47 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $4.7 trillion assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, State Street operates globally in more than 100 geographic markets and employs more than 46,000 worldwide.</p>
<h3>State Street: A Financial Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> State Street's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>18.1%</strong>. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> State Street's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>21.46%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> State Street's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>3.01%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> State Street's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.21%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> State Street's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of <b>1.34</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>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
<p>Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. </p>
<p>Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.</p>
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Deep Dive Into State Street Stock: Analyst Perspectives (9 Ratings)

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</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 WDC usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 17 extraordinary options activities for Western Digital. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 64% leaning bullish and 23% bearish. Among these notable options, 10 are puts, totaling $453,093, and 7 are calls, amounting to $347,539.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $55.0 to $75.0 for Western Digital during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Western Digital options trades today is 2310.5 with a total volume of 15,544.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Western Digital's big money trades within a strike price range of $55.0 to $75.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Western Digital Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848036_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><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$102.9K</td>
<td>302</td>
<td>125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$81.2K</td>
<td>20.1K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$77.2K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.01</td>
<td>$1.81</td>
<td>$1.81</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$67.5K</td>
<td>20.1K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$62.4K</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>129</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Western Digital</h3>
<p>Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Western Digital, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Western Digital</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,284,155, the price of WDC is up 0.82% at $60.12. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 21 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Western Digital</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $81.5.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Benchmark downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $70.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Western Digital, which currently sits at a price target of $93. </p>
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Western Digital

<p>Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated Park Hotels &amp; Resorts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PK#NYSE">PK</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</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">1</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>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $17.75, along with a high estimate of $22.00 and a low estimate of $15.00. A decline of 2.74% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848031_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
<p>The standing of Park Hotels &amp; Resorts 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>David Katz</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dori Kesten</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dori Kesten</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robin Farley</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Floris Van Dijkum</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shaun Kelley</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
<td>$17.00</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 Park Hotels &amp; Resorts. 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 Park Hotels &amp; Resorts 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>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Park Hotels &amp; Resorts's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Park Hotels &amp; Resorts analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Get to Know Park Hotels &amp; Resorts Better</h2>
<p>Park Hotels &amp; Resorts owns upper-upscale and luxury hotels with 23,068 rooms across 38 hotels in the United States. Park also has interests through joint ventures in another 2,271 rooms in three us hotels. Park was spun out of narrow-moat Hilton Worldwide Holdings at the start of 2017, so most of the company's hotels are still under Hilton brands. The company has sold all its international hotels and many of its lower-quality us hotels to focus on high-quality assets in domestic gateway markets.</p>
<h3>Park Hotels &amp; Resorts's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Highlights:</strong> Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Challenges:</strong> Park Hotels &amp; Resorts's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately <strong>-4.42%</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 Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Park Hotels &amp; Resorts's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>8.32%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>1.43%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>0.59%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at <strong>1.28</strong>.</p>
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
<p>Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. </p>
<p>Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.</p>
<p><strong>Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now?</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge gives you instant access to all major analyst upgrades, downgrades, and price targets. Sort by accuracy, upside potential, and more. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=be8be9arja3be22bz21&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here to stay ahead of the market</strong></a>.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Park Hotels & Resorts Through 6 Analysts

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Albemarle. Our analysis of options history for Albemarle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 30% of traders were bullish, while 38% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 8 were puts, with a value of $329,766, and 5 were calls, valued at $267,310.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $80.0 to $120.0 for Albemarle over the last 3 months. </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 Albemarle'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 Albemarle's whale activity within a strike price range from $80.0 to $120.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Albemarle Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848031_0_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 align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$123.6K</td>
<td>683</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$18.2</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$18.08</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$68.6K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">98</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$28.25</td>
<td>$26.95</td>
<td>$28.2</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$47.9K</td>
<td>119</td>
<td align="right">17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$47.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$18.07</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$43.4K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">108</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Albemarle</h3>
<p>Albemarle is one of the world's largest lithium producers. In the lithium industry, the majority of demand comes from batteries, where lithium is used as the energy storage material, particularly in electric vehicles. Albemarle is a fully integrated lithium producer. Its upstream resources include salt brine deposits in Chile and the US and two hard rock mines in Australia, both of which are joint ventures. The company operates lithium refining plants in Chile, the US, Australia, and China. Albemarle is a global leader in the production of bromine, used in flame retardants. It is also a major producer of oil refining catalysts.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Albemarle, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Albemarle's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,048,808, the price of ALB is up by 1.27%, reaching $87.17.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 41 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Albemarle</h3>
<p>In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $103.0.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Baird keeps a Neutral rating on Albemarle with a target price of $103. </p>
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Spotlight on Albemarle: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Royal Caribbean Gr</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</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 RCL, 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 9 uncommon options trades for Royal Caribbean Gr.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 55% bullish and 11%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $126,233, and 6 are calls, for a total amount of $1,070,973.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $250.0 for Royal Caribbean Gr over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Royal Caribbean Gr'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 Royal Caribbean Gr's whale trades within a strike price range from $50.0 to $250.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Royal Caribbean Gr Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848026_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$183.3</td>
<td>$180.0</td>
<td>$181.0</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$724.0K</td>
<td>89</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$34.1</td>
<td>$33.8</td>
<td>$34.1</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$119.3K</td>
<td>39</td>
<td align="right">36</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$38.85</td>
<td>$38.0</td>
<td>$38.35</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$99.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$133.6</td>
<td>$131.0</td>
<td>$132.24</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$66.1K</td>
<td>50</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$27.1</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$49.0K</td>
<td>619</td>
<td align="right">67</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Royal Caribbean Gr</h3>
<p>Royal Caribbean is the world's second-largest cruise company, operating 68 ships across five global and partner brands in the cruise vacation industry. Brands the company operates include Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. The company also has a 50% investment in a joint venture that operates TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. The selection of brands in the portfolio allows Royal to compete on the basis of innovation, quality of ships and service, variety of itineraries, choice of destinations, and price. The company completed the divestiture of its Azamara brand in 2021.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Royal Caribbean Gr, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Royal Caribbean Gr's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 795,811, the RCL's price is up by 0.68%, now at $232.25. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 28 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Royal Caribbean Gr</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 4 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $288.75.</p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Goldman Sachs keeps a Buy rating on Royal Caribbean Gr with a target price of $275.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Buy rating for Royal Caribbean Gr, targeting a price of $283.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Royal Caribbean Gr, which currently sits at a price target of $310.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Royal Caribbean Gr with a target price of $287. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Royal Caribbean Gr options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Decoding Royal Caribbean Gr's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Ardelyx (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARDX#NASDAQ">ARDX</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</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">3</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>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">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><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">1</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>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $8.62, along with a high estimate of $11.00 and a low estimate of $5.50. Highlighting a 23.92% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $11.33. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848025_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
<p>The standing of Ardelyx 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>Chris Howerton</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ed Arce</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$5.50</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yigal Nochomovitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ed Arce</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 Ardelyx. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Ardelyx 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>To gain a panoramic view of Ardelyx's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ARDX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Ardelyx analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
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<h2>Get to Know Ardelyx Better</h2>
<p>Ardelyx Inc is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative, first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. The company has a proprietary drug discovery and design platform. Its lead product candidate is tenapanor, which aims to reduce the absorption of dietary sodium and phosphorus for the treatment of kidney disease, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, and hyperphosphatemia in patients with dialysis.</p>
<h3>Financial Milestones: Ardelyx's Journey</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Perspectives:</strong> The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3 months period, Ardelyx showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>74.21%</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> The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of <strong>-0.82%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>-0.53%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Ardelyx's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>-0.23%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> With a high debt-to-equity ratio of <strong>0.66</strong>, Ardelyx faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.</p>
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Beyond The Numbers: 4 Analysts Discuss Ardelyx Stock

<p>During the last three months, 12 analysts shared their evaluations of SL Green Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving 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">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have recently evaluated SL Green Realty and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $75.58, accompanied by a high estimate of $90.00 and a low estimate of $50.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 14.22% increase from the previous average price target of $66.17.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848016_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
<p>The standing of SL Green Realty among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration 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>Jonathan Petersen</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Floris Van Dijkum</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Paolone</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Petersen</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Powell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Goldfarb</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kim</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Powell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 SL Green Realty. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of SL Green Realty 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>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of SL Green Realty's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SLG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on SL Green Realty analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>About SL Green Realty</h2>
<p>SL Green Realty is one of the largest Manhattan property owners and landlords, with interest in around 32 million square feet of wholly owned and joint-venture office space. The company has additional property exposure through its limited portfolio of well-located retail space. It operates as a real estate investment trust.</p>
<h3>Financial Milestones: SL Green Realty's Journey</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> SL Green Realty's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>9.28%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> SL Green Realty's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of <strong>-5.78%,</strong> the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>-0.39%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>-0.13%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> SL Green Realty's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>1.6</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.</p>
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Demystifying SL Green Realty: Insights From 12 Analyst Reviews

<p>Analysts' ratings for Bank of New York Mellon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 12 analysts.</p>
<p>The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing 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">2</td>
<td align="right">4</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $83.33, a high estimate of $96.00, and a low estimate of $77.00. This current average has increased by 9.04% from the previous average price target of $76.42. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735848009_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
<p>The standing of Bank of New York Mellon among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration 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>Whit Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Konrad</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Horowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Whit Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Bedell</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gerard Cassidy</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Whit Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Glenn Schorr</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brennan Hawken</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vivek Juneja</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$69.00</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 Bank of New York Mellon. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Bank of New York Mellon compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Bank of New York Mellon's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Bank of New York Mellon's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Bank of New York Mellon analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Bank of New York Mellon</h2>
<p>BNY Mellon is a global investment company involved in managing and servicing financial assets throughout the investment lifecycle. The bank provides financial services for institutions, corporations, and individual investors and delivers investment management and investment services in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. BNY Mellon is the largest global custody bank in the world, with $52.1 trillion in under custody or administration (as of September 2024), and can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute, or restructure investments. BNY Mellon's asset-management division manages about $2.1 trillion in assets.</p>
<h3>Bank of New York Mellon's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Bank of New York Mellon displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>5.19%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>24.35%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>2.99%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Bank of New York Mellon's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.26%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of <strong>0.9</strong>, Bank of New York Mellon adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.</p>
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
<p>Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.</p>
<p><strong>Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now?</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Quantum Computing Inc</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) shares are trading higher by 7.31% to $17.79 during Thursday&#8217;s session amid strength in quantum computing-related companies. The sector has recently seen increased interest.</p>
<p>The stock&#8217;s upward momentum, gaining some 190% over the trailing month, may also be attributed to the company&#8217;s December announcement of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42533581/quantum-computing-stock-is-rising-tuesday-heres-why">securing a prime contract</a> with <strong>NASA</strong> to leverage <strong>Dirac-3</strong> for advanced imaging and data processing support.</p>
<p><strong>What To Know:</strong> The contract, awarded by NASA&#8217;s <strong>Goddard Space Flight Center</strong>, involves using Quantum Computing's entropy quantum optimization machine, Dirac-3, to tackle advanced imaging challenges. The technology is expected to provide innovative solutions in the realm of quantum computing.</p>
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<p>The company says Dirac-3 will address a complex phase unwrapping issue for reconstructing images and extracting radar-generated interferometric data, aiming to enhance data quality and accuracy.</p>
<p><strong>CEO William McGann</strong> meanwhile expressed pride in supporting NASA's mission. The project will compare Dirac-3's quantum optimization capabilities with classical algorithms, potentially demonstrating the tangible advantages of quantum approaches in data processing.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy QUBT Stock</h2>
<p>Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. </p>
<p>For example, in Quantum Computing&#8217;s case, it is in the Information Technology sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.</p>
<p>According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, QUBT has a 52-week high of $27.15 and a 52-week low of $0.35.</p>


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<p>Cryptocurrency holders interacting with centralized finance, or CeFi, exchanges in 2025 are benefitting from more flexible accounting methods in a temporary relief notice <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42486061/always-pay-the-tax-man-bitcoin-investor-sentenced-to-two-years-for-tax-evasion-on-crypto-gains">issued by the IRS</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What Happened: </strong>A <a href="https://x.com/TheCryptoCPA/status/1874184460507496788">thread</a> on X by &#8216;TheCryptoCPA&#8217; Shehan, Head of Tax at CoinTracker, outlines the change in regulations that took effect on Jan. 1.</p>
<p>The IRS has recognized and addressed a practical problem with the previously finalized Sec. 6045 custodial broker regulations. </p>
<p>These regulations would have required crypto assets held with CeFi brokers to be sold under the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) method if no preferred accounting method was chosen.</p>
<p>Almost all centralized exchanges were not ready to support this rule. The IRS subsequently issued <a href="https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-25-07.pdf">Notice 2025-7</a> to provide temporary transition relief.</p>
<p>Cryptocurrency holders are no longer locked into the FIFO method but can document tax liabilities using their own books, records or crypto tax software.</p>
<p>The temporary relief affects sales on centralized exchanges in the calendar year 2025.</p>
<p>Following this period, users will have to select an accounting method for assets held on CeFi platforms.</p>
<p>Shehan advised his followers, &#8220;Make sure to pick your accounting method at your CeFi exchange on 1/1/26. If you don&#8217;t pick one, you will most likely default to FIFO.&#8221;</p>
<p>This relief is automatically applied and doesn&#8217;t require any specific action from taxpayers. </p>
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<p><strong>Why It Matters: </strong>Shehan emphasizes the importance of using reputable crypto tax software or maintaining reliable records for those who wish to sell CeFi assets under methods other than FIFO during 2025.</p>
<p>The temporary relief aims to provide crypto holders with more flexibility and potentially better tax outcomes during the transition period, especially in a bull market environment where FIFO could lead to higher capital gains.</p>
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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Booking Holdings. Our analysis of options history for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>) revealed 57 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 35% of traders were bullish, while 47% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 15 were puts, with a value of $1,107,648, and 42 were calls, valued at $1,932,789.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $3400.0 to $5950.0 for Booking Holdings over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Booking Holdings's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Booking Holdings's whale trades within a strike price range from $3400.0 to $5950.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Booking Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735847138_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>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$770.9</td>
<td>$747.1</td>
<td>$767.1</td>
<td>$5700.00</td>
<td>$230.1K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1611.4</td>
<td>$1591.4</td>
<td>$1591.4</td>
<td>$3400.00</td>
<td>$159.1K</td>
<td align="right">103</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$137.9</td>
<td>$130.2</td>
<td>$130.2</td>
<td>$3800.00</td>
<td>$130.2K</td>
<td align="right">36</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/03/25</td>
<td>$62.0</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$4950.00</td>
<td>$112.0K</td>
<td align="right">28</td>
<td align="right">33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/03/25</td>
<td>$105.0</td>
<td>$94.7</td>
<td>$105.0</td>
<td>$5000.00</td>
<td>$105.0K</td>
<td align="right">66</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Booking Holdings</h3>
<p>Booking is the world's largest online travel agency by sales, offering booking and payment services for hotel and alternative accommodation rooms, airline tickets, rental cars, restaurant reservations, cruises, experiences, and other vacation packages. The company operates several branded travel booking sites, including Booking.com, Agoda, OpenTable, and Rentalcars.com, and has expanded into travel media with the acquisitions of Kayak and Momondo. Transaction fees for online bookings account for the bulk of revenue and profits.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Booking Holdings, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is Booking Holdings Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 78,007, the price of BKNG is down 0.0% at $4968.42. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 49 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Booking Holdings</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $5804.4.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities persists with their Market Outperform rating on Booking Holdings, maintaining a target price of $6100.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Oppenheimer continues to hold a Outperform rating for Booking Holdings, targeting a price of $6000.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Mizuho continues to hold a Outperform rating for Booking Holdings, targeting a price of $6000.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities has revised its rating downward to Market Outperform, adjusting the price target to $5400.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from B of A Securities keeps a Neutral rating on Booking Holdings with a target price of $5522. </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 Booking Holdings, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


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