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The Fund seeks to meet its investment objective generally by investing in component securities of the Bloomberg December 2032 Maturity Corporate Index (the Underlying Index). Fund will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the Underlying Index that BFA believes will help the Fund track the Underlying Index. The Fund will invest no more than 10% of its assets in futures, options and swaps contracts that BFA believes will help the Fund track the Underlying Index as well as in fixed income securities other than the types included in the Underlying Index

iShares iBonds Dec 2032 Term Corporate ETF

iShares Trust iShares iBonds Dec 2032 Term Corporate ETF

D. Boral Capital analyst Kevin Steinke maintains ICF International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICFI#NASDAQ">ICFI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $174 price target.

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Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $107,822 according to Coingecko data on Monday, as bullish hopes are fueled by President-elect Donald Trump reportedly contemplating an executive order to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42505162/trump-reportedly-considering-executive-order-to-establish-strategic-bitcoin-reserve">establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve</a>.
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td> $106,240.24</td>
<td>+3%</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td> $4,052.99</td>
<td>+4%</td>
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<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td> $217.53</td>
<td>-1.5%</td>
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<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td> $2.48</td>
<td>&nbsp;+2.8%</td>
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<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td> $0.4049</td>
<td>+0.8%</td>
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<td>Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td> $0.00002744</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
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Notable Statistics:
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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 2.9% and daily active addresses falling by 0.4%. Transactions greater than $100,000 remained relatively flat. Exchanges netflows are up by 255.2%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 132,609 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $492.98 million.</li>
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Notable Developments:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42509614/microstrategy-expands-bitcoin-holdings-by-15350-btc-worth-15-billion-after-joining-nasdaq-100">MicroStrategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings By 15,350 BTC Worth $1.5 Billion After Joining Nasdaq 100</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42515773/ethereum-price-soars-past-4000-what-is-going-on-with-eth">Ethereum Price Soars Past $4,000: What Is Going On With ETH?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42500884/trump-backed-world-liberty-financials-purchases-trigger-strong-rally-in-these-defi-tokens">Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial&#8217;s Purchases Trigger Strong Rally In These DeFi Tokens</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42507864/bitcoin-etfs-surge-as-king-crypto-hits-106000">Bitcoin ETFs Surge As King Crypto Hits $106,000</a></li>
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<td>Virtuals Protocol (CRYPTO: VIRTUAL)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$3.09</td>
<td>+17.6%</td>
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<td>Bitget Token (CRYPTO: BGB)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$3.44</td>
<td>+13.2%</td>
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<td>Ondo (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">ONDO</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2.06</td>
<td>+10.9%</td>
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Trader Notes: Crypto Jelle highlights that Bitcoin is following the price action from Q4 in 2023. 
He predicts Bitcoin could hit $115,000 before settling into a new range if the pattern persists.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> is still following the Q4-2023 fractal to the tee &#x1f440; Should push to ~115k before a new range is established, if this keeps playing out the same &#x1f91e;&#x1f3fb; <a href="https://t.co/D8nsc5AbpA">pic.twitter.com/D8nsc5AbpA</a>
&mdash; Jelle (@CryptoJelleNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoJelleNL/status/1868723413306819056?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Stockmoney Lizards acknowledges Bitcoin&#8217;s current all-time high but argues, &#8220;This is not the top.&#8221; Citing the Satoshimeter at just 9, he <a href="https://x.com/StockmoneyL/status/1868745911842881844">believes </a>significant upside potential remains. Justin Bennett envisions the total cryptocurrency market capitalization climbing to $4.2–$4.3 trillion by year-end. 
He <a href="https://x.com/JustinBennettFX/status/1868723310814756894">forecasts</a> Bitcoin to surge to $120,000–$125,000, with Ethereum surpassing $4,800. Bennett also warns that such highs might set the stage for a correction in early 2025.
Gert van Lagen, a technical analyst, observes that Bitcoin&#8217;s current trajectory aligns with expectations, surpassing the gravity of its re-accumulation pattern. 
With an estimated 2.5 months before a potential recession, he predicts Bitcoin could aim for $200,000 soon.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> [1W] &#8211; Bitcoin is blowing off as expected with Long-term holders reaching Euphoria. The gravity of the Re-accumulation pattern has proven to be transcended. With an estimated 2.5 months before a recession begins to take hold, <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> is on track to surpass $200k soon. <a href="https://t.co/qMGFvnWxbU">pic.twitter.com/qMGFvnWxbU</a>
&mdash; Gert van Lagen (@GertvanLagen) <a href="https://twitter.com/GertvanLagen/status/1868736052204388594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Bitcoin Hits New All-Time Above $107,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Follow Higher As Traders Target $115,000 And More

Marvell Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) shares are trading higher by 15.8% to $125.30 since Friday&#8217;s open. The stock is likely being bolstered by Broadcom's impressive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42488220/broadcom-hits-1-trillion-milestone-the-next-magnificent-tech-giant">earnings report</a> from last week and its upbeat projections for AI growth, which underscored the immense potential in the custom chip (ASIC) market.
Both companies are major players in developing ASICs tailored for hyperscale AI infrastructure, essential for data centers supporting advanced AI workloads and the proliferation of generative AI models.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42507758/whats-going-on-with-soundhound-ai-stock">What&#8217;s Going On With SoundHound AI Stock?</a>
What Happened: Broadcom last week revealed its AI-related revenue is set to grow from $15-$20 billion in 2024 to $60-$90 billion by 2027, driven by surging demand from hyperscalers like Google.
While Broadcom leads in deploying 3nm ASICs, Marvell is well-positioned to benefit from this trend, serving overlapping customers with a complementary portfolio of custom chips and networking solutions critical for AI cluster performance.
The AI market&#8217;s rapid expansion, with Broadcom projecting a 40%-50% annual growth rate in AI revenues, validates strong demand for ASIC technology. Marvell&#8217;s expertise in high-speed data transport and networking, which connects compute nodes in AI systems, aligns it with this momentum.
Investors might see Marvell as a natural beneficiary of the growing AI serviceable available market, as it strengthens partnerships with hyperscalers and accelerates its own next-gen ASIC roadmap.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42515044/broadcom-tesla-propel-nasdaq-100-gains-bitcoin-hits-107000-fueling-crypto-stocks-rally-whats-driving-markets-monday">Broadcom, Tesla Propel Nasdaq 100 Gains, Bitcoin Hits $107,000, Fuels Crypto Stocks Rally: What&#8217;s Driving Markets Monday?</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy MRVL Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Marvell Tech &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy ‘fractional shares,' which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. For example, some stock, like Berkshire Hathaway, can cost thousands of dollars to own just one share. However, if you only want to invest a fraction of that, brokerages will allow you to do so.
In the the case of Marvell Tech, which is trading at $124.6 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 0.8 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to ‘go short' a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, MRVL has a 52-week high of $126.12 and a 52-week low of $53.19.

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Digital Brands Group Says "We Believe The Company's Interest Expense Will Decline By ~$2.7M A Year From An Estimated $3.1M In Fiscal Year 2024 To An Estimated $420,000 In Fiscal Year 2025. This Should Result In A Net Benefit Of ~$2.7M In Fiscal Year 2025 To Net Income And Cash Flow"

D. Boral Capital analyst Jason Kolbert maintains Trevi Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRVI#NASDAQ">TRVI</a>) with a Buy and maintains $21 price target.

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Digital Brands Group Shares Halted On Circuit Breaker To The Upside, Stock Now Up 10%

Improvement in Financial Condition Allows Focus on Revenue Growth
Austin, TX, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Brands Group, Inc. ("DBG") (NASDAQ:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBGI#NASDAQ">DBGI</a>), a curated collection of luxury lifestyle brands, is pleased to provide an update to its shareholders regarding recent activities and future initiatives for growth as detailed below.
Benefits to Net Income and Shareholder Equity
The Company has made notable progress since May of 2024 in improving its financial condition, including through the elimination of $5.2 million in convertible notes, other debt, and aged accounts payable.
Due to the elimination of interest expense from the above, we believe the Company's interest expense will decline by approximately $2.7 million a year from an estimated $3.1 million in fiscal year 2024 to an estimated $420,000 in fiscal year 2025. This should result in a net benefit of approximately $2.7 million in fiscal year 2025 to net income and cash flow.
Most importantly, the company has come to a transition point regarding the elimination of the overhang in our shareholder equity associated with our prior acquisitions, as shown in the table below. The Company has experienced an estimated negative $42.3 million in net income expenses and shareholder equity over the last three years as shown in the table below, associated with interest expense and goodwill amortization and write-downs.
We believe these expenses over the next two years will only be $2.5 million.
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<td>8.5</td>
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<td>2.2</td>
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 Additional Benefits to Net Income
In addition to the interest expense and goodwill amortization and write-downs noted above, the Company also reduced its general and administrative expenses by approximately $500,000 in the third quarter of 2024 versus the second quarter of 2024.
The Company aims to continue to achieve additional savings in general and administrative expense associated with reductions in workforce, severance payments ending at year end, reduction of stock option expenses, and lower consulting and legal fees.
Marketing Growth Initiatives
Due to the reduction in debt, aged accounts payable and interest expense noted above, the Company is focusing on investing in growth marketing initiatives, including recent announcements highlighting the Company's digital marketing results.
Due to the recent success of these results as previously disclosed, we have developed the additional growth initiative targets listed below.
October 2024
We increased wholesale prices by 20% for Sundry, which we believe will result in approximately an additional $500,000 or more in gross margin dollars during fiscal year 2025 compared to fiscal year 2024.
November 2024
Partnered with VaynerCommerce, a leading digital agency, which led to a 224% increase in daily digital revenues during the 45 day period (October 22nd, 2024 to December 5th, 2024) versus the prior 45 day period from September 6th to October 21st, 2024, as noted in our press release last week.
Partnered with LTK, a large influencer platform, which resulted in the recent launch of influencer videos for each our brands. Our products that were featured all sold out. We now have over 200 influencer requests per brand on the LTK platform.
December 2024
Announced launch of our brand Avo on TikTok Shop and TikTok Live starting in January 2025, featuring Tik Tok influencers and limited-edition product.
February 2025
We plan to launch Sundry product online only exclusives with direct-to-consumer pricing, which is expected to create an attractive product price point. This initiative is driven by Sundry's high online engagement and click through rates, which we believe will result in even higher conversion rates at lower price points.
March 2025
We plan to launch Sundry on TikTok Shop and TikTok Live.
Spring/Summer 2025
We plan to partner with two to three major influencers or celebrities for each brand with the assistance of VaynerCommerce.
Summer/Fall 2025
We plan to implement a direct mail program with the assistance of VaynerCommerce.

Digital Brands Group Provides Shareholder Update; Says Improvement In Financial Condition Allows Focus On Revenue Growth; Shares Company Plans For 2025

The iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) had a rocky year. While semiconductors at large posted historic gains through 2024&#8217;s first half, they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40754938/semiconductor-etfs-take-a-beating-dragged-lower-by-nvidia-amd-and-broadcom-stocks">erased much of their gains</a> in the late summer and fall. One industry analyst is optimistic about the industry&#8217;s prospects in 2025.
The Semiconductor Analyst: Bank of America analyst Vivek Arya named six of his top semiconductor picks for 2025:
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<li>NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) with a price target of $190.</li>
<li>Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) with a price target of $250.</li>
<li>Marvell Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) with a price target of $140.</li>
<li>Lam Research Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>) with a price target of $92.</li>
<li>ON Semiconductor Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>) with a price target of $90.</li>
<li>Cadence Design Systems Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) with a price target of $365.</li>
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The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/12/42511580/microchip-technology-faces-multiple-headwinds-heading-into-2025-turns-analyst-bearish">analyst also downgraded</a> Microchip Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHP#NASDAQ">MCHP</a>).
The AI Boom: Arya cited Nvidia, Broadcom and Marvell as the leaders in AI. He says Lam Research&#8217;s capital expenditures will recover in 2025 along with the reduction of China headwinds. The analyst also thinks ON Semiconductor will recover from cyclical trends while Cadence Design will benefit from its resiliency.
The analyst sees the semiconductor industry&#8217;s upcycle lasting into 2025. He noted that past bullish cycles have lasted, on average, roughly 10 quarters, while current bullishness has only lasted five quarters.
Arya sees two major trends affecting the industry in 2025.
&#8220;In the first half, we expect the AI investments driven by AI training and scaling of models to continue, doubling down on the Nvidia Blackwell deployment ramps driven by cloud customers,&#8221; the analyst said. &#8220;At the same time, we expect trends for non-AI end markets to remain weak throughout 1H.&#8221;
Arya expects the CHIPS Act, enacted under President Joe Biden, to remain in place following the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. He expects all remaining funding to be dispensed in 2025.
The analyst sees the automotive and industrial industries as fueling semiconductor demand in the year&#8217;s second half.
&#8220;In the second half, we expect a pickup in auto/industrial semis as customer/channel inventories normalize (replenishment + easy comps), as well as a pickup in global auto production,&#8221; Arya said.
The analyst projected electric vehicle sales to reaccelerate 29% year-over-year.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with BA, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 119 uncommon options trades for Boeing.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 47% bullish and 42%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 14 are puts, for a total amount of $1,001,181, and 105 are calls, for a total amount of $9,553,983.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $80.0 to $250.0 for Boeing over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Boeing stands at 4250.42, with a total volume reaching 154,095.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Boeing, situated within the strike price corridor from $80.0 to $250.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Boeing Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
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<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.25</td>
<td>$30.2</td>
<td>$30.25</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$961.9K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.2</td>
<td>$30.0</td>
<td>$30.0</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$336.0K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$207.6K</td>
<td>11.2K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.64</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$182.5K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.5</td>
<td>$30.45</td>
<td>$30.5</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$140.3K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Boeing</h3>
Boeing is a major aerospace and defense firm. It operates in three segments: commercial airplanes; defense, space, and security; and Global services. Boeing's commercial airplanes segment competes with Airbus in the production of aircraft that can carry more than 130 passengers. Boeing's defense, space, and security segment competes with Lockheed, Northrop, and several other firms to create military aircraft, satellites, and weaponry. Global services provides aftermarket support to airlines.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Boeing, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Boeing's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 9,856,895, the BA's price is up by 2.29%, now at $173.53. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 44 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Boeing</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $190.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Boeing, which currently sits at a price target of $190. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Broadcom.
Looking at options history for Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) we detected 543 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 32% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 47% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 107 are puts, for a total amount of $7,495,927 and 436, calls, for a total amount of $46,586,636.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $66.0 and $330.0 for Broadcom, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
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 Broadcom'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 Broadcom's whale trades within a strike price range from $66.0 to $330.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Broadcom Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734381026_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$91.7</td>
<td>$91.4</td>
<td>$91.7</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$458.5K</td>
<td>360</td>
<td>106</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.75</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$345.2K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.6</td>
<td>$67.05</td>
<td>$67.05</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$274.9K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.75</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$270.7K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$67.55</td>
<td>$67.7</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$142.1K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Broadcom</h3>
Broadcom is the sixth-largest semiconductor company globally and has expanded into various software businesses, with over $30 billion in annual revenue. It sells 17 core semiconductor product lines across wireless, networking, broadband, storage, and industrial markets. It is primarily a fabless designer but holds some manufacturing in-house, like for its best-of-breed FBAR filters that sell into the Apple iPhone. In software, it sells virtualization, infrastructure, and security software to large enterprises, financial institutions, and governments.Broadcom is the product of consolidation. Its businesses are an amalgamation of former companies like legacy Broadcom and Avago Technologies in chips, as well as Brocade, CA Technologies, and Symantec in software.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Broadcom, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Broadcom</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 79,043,426, with AVGO's price up by 10.45%, positioned at $248.29.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 80 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Broadcom</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $238.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Deutsche Bank continues to hold a Buy rating for Broadcom, targeting a price of $240. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Broadcom, targeting a price of $250. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Broadcom, which currently sits at a price target of $225. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a target price of $220. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Benchmark downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $255. 
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Phillips 66 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSX#NYSE">PSX</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 PSX usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Phillips 66. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 33% leaning bullish and 66% bearish. Among these notable options, 3 are puts, totaling $353,365, and 6 are calls, amounting to $339,971.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $70.0 to $160.0 for Phillips 66 during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
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 Phillips 66'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 Phillips 66's whale trades within a strike price range from $70.0 to $160.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Phillips 66 Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734381020_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PSX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.1</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$129.00</td>
<td>$230.0K</td>
<td align="right">255</td>
<td align="right">250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PSX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.24</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$104.8K</td>
<td align="right">52</td>
<td align="right">355</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PSX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$18.4</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$18.2</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$91.0K</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PSX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$73.2K</td>
<td align="right">52</td>
<td align="right">155</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PSX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$54.0K</td>
<td align="right">104</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Phillips 66</h3>
Phillips 66 is an independent refiner with 12 refineries that have a total crude throughput capacity of 1.8 million barrels per day, or mmb/d. In 2023, the Rodeo, California, facility ceased operations and be converted to produce renewable diesel. The midstream segment comprises extensive transportation and NGL processing assets and includes DCP Midstream, which holds 600 mbd of NGL fractionation and 22,000 miles of pipeline. Its CPChem chemical joint venture operates facilities in the United States and the Middle East and primarily produces olefins and polyolefins.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Phillips 66, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Phillips 66</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,300,180, the price of PSX is down by -4.79%, reaching $116.84.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 44 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Phillips 66</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $154.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Overweight rating on Phillips 66, maintaining a target price of $161. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho persists with their Neutral rating on Phillips 66, maintaining a target price of $147. 
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.
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If you've been steadily building your 401(k), there's some exciting news. According to a new report from Fidelity Investments, retirement savers have plenty to celebrate: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/41075540/is-your-401-k-balance-above-average-find-out-if-youre-beating-most-savers">average 401(k) balances</a> reached all-time highs in the third quarter of 2024.
401(k) Balances Soar
The numbers tell a powerful story. By the end of Q3 2024, the average 401(k) balance climbed to $132,300 – an impressive 23% increase compared to last year. If your balance is above this, you're <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/06/39510803/average-401-k-balances-fall-short-across-all-ages-many-over-50-barely-have-enough-to-buy-a-new-c">ahead of the curve</a>. But even if it's not, don't stress – steady contributions and long-term planning make all the difference.
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What's driving this record-breaking growth? A mix of strong market performance and consistent saving habits is paying off for diligent investors.
Market Growth Fuels Retirement Accounts
The stock market has played a significant role in pushing balances higher. Here's how major indexes performed this year:
• Nasdaq: Up 31% year-to-date
• S&amp;P 500: Gained 27%
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Rose over 16%
This momentum has been a game-changer for 401(k)s. But while the market's growth has been impressive, it's not the only factor driving these gains.
Consistent Saving is Key
Savers are showing remarkable discipline. The average total savings rate held steady at 14.1%, with employees contributing 9.4% and employers adding another 4.7%. These consistent contributions and employer matches create a foundation for significant long-term growth.
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Long-Term Savers See the Biggest Payoff
The results are extraordinary for those who've stuck with their plans for 15 years or more. Fidelity reports that savers with this level of commitment have an average balance of $558,300. Gen X savers in this group are doing even better, with an average of $586,100.
Even through market fluctuations, staying invested has delivered massive rewards for long-term participants.
The 401(k) Millionaire Club is Growing
Another standout stat? The ranks of 401(k) millionaires are expanding. As of Q3, the number of accounts with over $1 million increased by 9.5%, reaching 544,000. These savers typically have:
<ul>
<li>An average balance of $1.616 million</li>
<li>Roughly 26 years of consistent contributions</li>
<li>A savings rate of about 17% of their income</li>
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It's a clear reminder that consistent decades-long effort can produce extraordinary results.
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It's Not Just About 401(k)s
The growth extends beyond traditional 401(k)s:
403(b) balances climbed to $119,300, up 23% year-over-year.
IRA balances rose by 18%, reaching an average of $129,200.
These trends show that strong markets and smart saving habits benefit retirement savings.
Looking Ahead: Stay the Course
As 2024 wraps up and 2025 approaches, financial experts emphasize the importance of sticking to your plan. Markets will rise and fall, but the key to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/are-you-rich">long-term financial success</a> is consistent contributions and a focus on your goals.
So, how does your 401(k) compare? Whether your balance is above or below the average, the most important thing is to keep going. Every dollar saved brings you closer to financial independence – and maybe even a spot in the millionaire's club.
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UFP Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFPI#NASDAQ">UFPI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 7.22% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.86%. Currently, UFP Industries has a market capitalization of $7.81 billion. 
Buying $1000 In UFPI: If an investor had bought $1000 of UFPI stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,576.37 today based on a price of $126.46 for UFPI at the time of writing.
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Shares of several quantum computing companies, including IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>), Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) and Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>), are trading higher Monday as excitement builds around the quantum computing sector. Here&#8217;s what<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/"> you need to know.</a>
What To Know: IonQ shares are up by more than 25% at the time of writing. The company recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42464390/quantum-computing-innovation-ionqs-ion-trap-on-display-at-nyse">showcased its ion trap technology</a>, which forms the foundation of IonQ's quantum computers.  IonQ also discussed go-to-market partnerships and commercial momentum in the quantum space at Q2B24 last week.
IonQ has also secured notable contracts, such as a $54.5 million deal with the U.S. Air Force Research Lab and partnerships with the South Korean government and Zapata Computing in recent months. This visibility potentially boosts investor confidence in the quantum sector as a whole, increasing interest across the industry.
Quantum Computing shares are up by more than 60% on Monday. The company recently announced its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42434413/whats-going-on-with-quantum-computing-stock-today">second purchase order</a> for its thin film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chip foundry from the University of Texas at Austin. 
The collaboration supports advanced research into chip-scale acoustic and cross-domain microsystems using Quantum Computing&#8217;s scalable TFLN processes, highlighting the technology's potential in next-generation photonics, signal processing and quantum applications. Fulfillment of the purchase order is expected in the first quarter of 2025.
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Additionally, Rigetti Computing's stock is on the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42443727/whats-going-on-with-rigetti-computing-stock-wednesday"> rise amid continued momentum </a>in the quantum computing space. 
The rally across quantum names follows Google's recent announcement of a breakthrough quantum computing chip, "Willow," which achieves significant error reduction and performs computations exponentially faster than traditional supercomputers. 
Rigetti shares, which have surged over 600% in the past three months, have attracted short-seller attention. Citron Research recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42443727/whats-going-on-with-rigetti-computing-stock-wednesday">criticized the company's valuation</a>, calling it unsustainable and pointing to recent equity dilution. Despite valuation concerns, Rigetti shares hit new 52-week highs on Monday.
Why It Matters: The broader momentum in the quantum sector reflects growing optimism around the industry's potential to address large-scale computational challenges. Companies like IonQ, Quantum Computing and Rigetti appear to be capitalizing on the surge in interest through advancements in quantum technology, partnerships and emerging applications in fields ranging from telecommunications to defense. 
As quantum technologies advance, the commercial and practical applications of quantum computing continue to expand, likely influencing both the future of computing and the broader tech landscape.
Quantum Stocks Price Action: IonQ shares were up 25.4% at $42.41, Quantum Computing shares were up 65% at $11.06 and Rigetti shares were up 30.2% at $9.32 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on YPF. Our analysis of options history for YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 30% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $997,615, and 10 were calls, valued at $599,973.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $12.0 to $55.0 for YPF over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for YPF's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across YPF's significant trades, within a strike price range of $12.0 to $55.0, over the past month.
<h3>YPF Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734380128_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$638.2K</td>
<td>34</td>
<td>73</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$9.1</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$315.0K</td>
<td>23</td>
<td>357</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.59</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$143.0K</td>
<td>259</td>
<td>9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$72.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$72.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>508</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About YPF</h3>
YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.
Having examined the options trading patterns of YPF, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>YPF's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,903,551, with YPF's price up by 0.16%, positioned at $44.63.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 11 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On YPF</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $45.666666666666664.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Citigroup lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $44. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $38. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities upgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $55. 
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What the Options Market Tells Us About YPF

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Cleanspark. Our analysis of options history for Cleanspark (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLSK#NASDAQ">CLSK</a>) revealed 44 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 34% of traders were bullish, while 50% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 8 were puts, with a value of $354,999, and 36 were calls, valued at $3,266,775.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $6.0 to $37.0 for Cleanspark during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Cleanspark options trades today is 6504.97 with a total volume of 41,224.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Cleanspark's big money trades within a strike price range of $6.0 to $37.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Cleanspark 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734380123_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$1.1M</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.52</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$356.6K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$173.6K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$160.0K</td>
<td>25.7K</td>
<td>645</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$89.6K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>250</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Cleanspark</h3>
Cleanspark Inc is a bitcoin mining company. Through CleanSpark, Inc., and the Company's wholly owned subsidiaries, the company mines bitcoin. The company entered the bitcoin mining industry through its acquisition of ATL. Bitcoin mining is the sole reportable segment of the company.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Cleanspark, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Cleanspark's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 40,634,719, the price of CLSK is up by 4.99%, reaching $12.62.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 52 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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