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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/airlines" rel="noreferrer noopener">Earlier this week</a> at CES 2025, Delta Air Lines, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) demonstrated Delta Concierge, an AI-powered digital tool that will add advanced capabilities to its Fly Delta app <a target="_blank" href="https://news.delta.com/delta-unveils-ai-powered-travel-journey-new-multi-modal-transportation-options" rel="noreferrer noopener">beginning in 2025</a>.
The airline also announced &#8216;multi-modal&#8217; transportation options offered through Delta partners Uber Technologies, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) and Joby Aviation, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JOBY#NYSE">JOBY</a>).&nbsp;
The airline added Delta Concierge to the Fly Delta app for a seamless, personalized travel experience that leverages generative AI.&nbsp;
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At CES in 2020, Delta previewed its &#8216;concierge&#8217; concept. Delta also previewed new partnerships with&nbsp;Uber and&nbsp;Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) YouTube, including its expectations from its&nbsp;Joby partnership.&nbsp;
Delta is striving to build customer loyalty using data and AI. The AI assistant will work to create time-saving efficiencies, including notifying customers about passport expiration, visa requirements, weather updates, and wayfinding at unfamiliar airports.
In the future, Delta Concierge will enable customers to automatically connect to Delta Sync Wi-Fi and Delta Sync seatback, the airline&#8217;s personalized in-flight entertainment experience.
Delta also outlined a multimodal future of travel in which a single customer itinerary will be connected from start to finish through deep partner integrations. The Delta-Uber partnership will allow customers to earn miles for eligible rides and deliveries.
Delta Concierge will also connect with Joby&#8217;s&nbsp;electric air taxi&nbsp;service. Delta and Joby announced their alliance in 2022 and expect to begin operating in Delta&#8217;s New York and Los Angeles hubs.
B Of A Securities&#8217; Andrew G. Didora <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42824930/bofa-expects-deltato-maintain-10-eps-growth-in-2025-sees-strong-q4-result" rel="noreferrer noopener">raised estimates for</a> Delta ahead of its fourth-quarter print. Didora raised the quarterly revenue growth estimate to 4.3% (prior 3.6%), versus the 2%-4% outlook. He expects EPS of $1.78 versus the guidance of $1.60-$1.85.
Morgan Stanley&#8217;s Ravi Shankar maintained&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/24/12/42450095/us-airlines-set-to-fly-high-in-2025-analyst-says-perfect-storm-of-tailwinds-will-propel-industry-gains" rel="noreferrer noopener">a bullish outlook</a> on the airline industry. The analyst flagged how airlines like Delta reaped the benefits of &#8220;the premiumization trend,&#8221; backed by loyalty programs, credit cards, and brand partnerships. Goldman Sachs&#8217; Catherine O&#8217;Brien <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42119662/goldman-sachs-analyst-sees-delta-eps-soaring-to-950-by-fy26-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">also voiced similar</a> sentiments.
Delta chief Ed Bastian&nbsp;had signaled <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/11/42106369/delta-chief-says-trump-could-be-a-breath-of-fresh-air-for-aviation-industry" rel="noreferrer noopener">positive regulatory changes</a> for the industry under Donald Trump&#8217;s presidency.
Delta stock surged over 45% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock through U.S. Global Jets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JETS#NYSE">JETS</a>) and iShares U.S. Financial ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYF#NYSE">IYF</a>).
Price Action: DAL stock closed at $61.18 on Wednesday.
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President Jimmy Carter's solemn <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers-shakers/24/12/42716329/jimmy-carter-the-39th-us-president-who-championed-human-rights-and-peace-in-the-middle-east-had-died">state funeral</a> in Washington, D.C.&#8217;s National Cathedral Thursday brought together five living U.S. presidents, including President-elect Donald Trump, who was seated next to Barack Obama, with whom he seemed to be having a lively conversation. &nbsp;
Carter was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/jimmy-carter">president from 1977 to 1981.</a>
The first eulogy was given by one of Carter's grandsons, Joshua Carter, who said his grandfather spent his life helping people and seeking peace and justice around the world. He was followed by eulogies written by former President Gerald Ford and Walter Mondale, Carter&#8217;s vice president, before their deaths and read by the sons.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">&#8220;The First Millennialist&#8221;</h1>
Jason Carter called his grandfather the first millennialist who wanted to legalize cannabis, encouraged craft beer production, protected the environment, supported women's rights and "tried to bring peace to the Holyland."
He drew laughs when he told an endearing story about how his grandfather, a nuclear engineer, first began using a cell phone and called him: &#8220;I answered and said &#8216;Hey paw paw.&#8217; He said &#8216;Who&#8217;s this.&#8217; I said this is Jason, you called me.&#8221; 
Carter replied, &#8220;I didn&#8217;t call you, I&#8217;m taking a picture.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">President Joe Biden</h2>
In his eulogy, President Joe Biden summed up Carter's character in three words "Character, character, character." He called Carter a white Southerner who championed civil rights and established a model post-presidency.
"He showed us how character and faith start with ourselves and then flows to others. At our best, we share the better parts of ourselves — joy, solidarity, love, commitment — not for reward, but in reverence of the incredible gift of life we've all been granted, to make every minute of our time here on Earth count," Biden said. 
&#8220;We have an obligation to give hate no safe harbor and we have to stand up to what my dad used to say was the greatest sin of all — the abuse of power." At this point the cameras turned to the section of the audience where Trump was seated.
As the presidents made their way to the exit of the Cathedral, Trump, Obama and Bush went one way and Clinton another, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/us/jimmy-carter-funeral">noted</a> the NY Times. Doug Emhoff, Vice President Kamala Harris's husband shook Trump&#8217;s hand, which Bush did not, <a href="https://www.newsbreak.com/raw-story-2096750/3752745200176-watch-george-w-bush-declines-to-shake-donald-trump-s-hand-at-jimmy-carter-s-funeral">noted</a> CBS anchor Norah O&#8217;Donnell.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Final Resting Place</h1>
Following the service, Carter was taken to the Joint Base Andrews outside of Washington, D.C., to be flown on one of Air Force One jets to Georgia where there will be a final private service Thursday afternoon at Carter&#8217;s local church. Carter will be buried next to his wife, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/23/11/35865944/former-first-lady-and-mental-health-champion-rosalynn-carter-dies-at-96">Rosalynn Carter</a>, outside the home they built in 1961 and where they lived most of their lives.
&#8220;Yes, they spent four years in the governor's mansion and four years at the White House but the other 92 years they spent at home in Plains, Georgia, which first of all looks like they built themselves," said grandson Jason Carter.
"Second of all, my grandfather was likely to show up at the door in some &#8217;70s short shorts and crocs. Demonstrating their depression, era roots, they had a little rack next to the sink where they would hang Ziploc bags to dry."
Photo: Jimmy Carter in 1977; Photo by Bernard Gotfyd via Library of Congress

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Chevron Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) disclosed the commencement of oil production from the Whale semi-submersible platform in the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b42899245/chevron-bolsters-u-s-gulf-of-mexico-production-with-whale-facility-startup" rel="noreferrer noopener"> deepwater U.S. Gulf of Mexico</a>.
The company&#8217;s subsidiary, Chevron U.S.A. Inc., owns 40% working interest in Whale, with Shell Offshore Inc. owning 60% interest as operator.
Whale, located 200 miles southwest of Houston in Alaminos Canyon Block 773, is in over 8,600 feet of water.
The company estimates Whale&#8217;s peak production at 100,000 gross boe/d, with up to 15 wells in its first phase.
The project features energy-efficient gas turbines and compression systems, utilizing a simplified design for lower emissions, reduced costs, and higher returns.
Chevron&#8217;s latest milestone follows a year of key achievements, including first production from its high-pressure Anchor project and the launch of water injection operations to enhance output at its Jack/St. Malo and Tahiti facilities in the Gulf.
Bruce Niemeyer, president of Chevron Americas Exploration &amp; Production, stated Whale&#8217;s production brings Chevron nearer to its target of 300,000 net barrels of oil equivalent per day in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico by 2026.
Last month, Chevron and Woodside swapped energy assets, with Chevron gaining Julimar-Brunello stakes and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/24/12/42584936/chevron-secures-larger-north-west-shelf-stake-in-asset-swap-400m-payment-to-woodside" rel="noreferrer noopener">Woodside focusing on LNG assets</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via EA Series Trust Strive U.S. Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRLL#NYSE">DRLL</a>) and SPDR Select Sector Fund &#8211; Energy Select Sector (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>).
Price Action: CVX shares closed higher by 0.47% at $150.30 on Wednesday.
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Western Midstream's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WES#NYSE">WES</a>) short percent of float has fallen 16.26% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.18 million shares sold short, which is 2.73% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.6 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Western Midstream Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736448321_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Western Midstream has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Western Midstream's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Western Midstream's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.15%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Ally Financial's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.82% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 7.53 million shares sold short, which is 2.48% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.31 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
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<h3>Ally Financial Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736448316_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Ally Financial has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Ally Financial's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Ally Financial's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.81%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Public Service Enterprise's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEG#NYSE">PEG</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.45% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.41 million shares sold short, which is 1.15% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.87 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Public Service Enterprise Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736448311_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Public Service Enterprise has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Public Service Enterprise's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Public Service Enterprise's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.98%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Eighteen years ago, on Jan. 9, 2007, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) co-founder Steve Jobs walked onto the stage at the Macworld Conference and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/01/30336631/the-iphone-was-unveiled-16-years-ago-heres-how-much-1-000-invested-in-apple-stock-after-the-debut-is">changed the world</a>.
What Happened: Steve Jobs began his presentation by building suspense. He teased the audience by saying, &#8220;Today, we are introducing three revolutionary products.&#8221;
He described them as &#8220;a widescreen iPod with touch controls,&#8221; &#8220;a revolutionary mobile phone,&#8221; and a &#8220;breakthrough internet communications device.&#8221;
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Then, in dramatic fashion, he revealed that these weren't three separate devices but one — the iPhone. &#8220;Today, Apple is going to reinvent the phone,&#8221; he said.
The original iPhone featured a 3.5-inch display, a 2-megapixel camera, and a multi-touch interface—which was a novel feature at the time. Jobs demonstrated how the iPhone eliminated the need for physical buttons and a stylus, showing off its intuitive design.
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How Much Would a $1,000 Investment in Apple Be Worth Today?
If you had invested $1,000 in Apple stock on Jan. 10, 2007—the day after the iPhone was first announced—your investment would have grown astronomically.
On Jan. 10, 2007, Apple stock was priced at $3.38, adjusted for splits, bonus issues, and other corporate actions. A $1,000 investment would have bought approximately 295.86 shares.
With Apple's current stock price at $242.70, the original investment is now worth: $71,804.
This reflects a total return of 7,080% over 18 years.
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The iPhone made its official debut in the U.S. on June 29, 2007. It has not only transformed Apple's fortunes but also changed how we live.
Today, Apple is the most valuable company in the world, with a market cap of $3.668 trillion. iPhones are a key contributor to Apple&#8217;s financial success, accounting for roughly half of the company&#8217;s overall revenue.
In the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41666494/apple-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-installed-base-hits-new-highs-iphone-sales-rise-as-apple-in">fourth quarter</a>, Apple surpassed expectations with $94.9 billion in revenue. iPhone sales reached $46.22 billion, an increase from $43.8 billion in the same period last year.
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Quantum computing stocks like Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>) and IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) were clobbered Wednesday following comments from NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang suggesting the technology is decades away<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42867168/nvidias-jensen-huang-said-something-that-has-all-quantum-computing-stocks-tumbling-qubt-and-rgti-down-13-ionq-down-11"> from practical use.&nbsp;</a>
What To Know: Huang commented on the future of quantum computing at an investor event on Tuesday sending quantum stocks plunging in after-hours trading.&nbsp;
&#8220;If you kind of said 15 years for very useful quantum computers, that would probably be on the early side. If you said 30, it&#8217;s probably on the late side,&#8221; Huang said. &#8220;If you picked 20, I think a whole bunch of us would believe it.&#8221;
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Following Huang's comments, quantum stocks<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42890014/jim-cramer-warns-on-quantum-stories-as-stocks-plunge-we-need-you-out-before-the-froth-goes-away"> plummeted </a>further on Wednesday with Rigetti Computing stock closing down 43.8%, D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>) down 36% and IonQ shares ending the session down by 39%.&nbsp;
Expert Ideas: Some experts have suggested that Huang may have had ulterior motives behind his comments on quantum computing's long-term outlook.&nbsp;
&#8220;Any dollar chasing quantum computing stocks is not chasing AI stocks,&#8221; said Thomas Hayes, chairman of Great Hill Capital, per Reuters.&nbsp;
&#8220;Jensen threw a wet blanket on the quantum story and did everything he could to sell the AI story. It&#8217;s that simple,&#8221; Hayes added.&nbsp;
Another analyst echoed similar sentiments on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/01/42879725/nvidia-ceo-sends-quantum-stocks-lower-poll-finds-over-50-pick-rigetti-or-skip-for-2025">quantum computing</a> as a potential threat to Nvidia's dominance:&nbsp;Quantum computing &#8220;will be disruptive to parts of the classical compute business, of which Nvidia is a chief beneficiary,&#8221; Craig-Hallum analyst Richard Shannon said, per Reuters.&nbsp;
CEO Fires Back: D-Wave Quantum CEO Alan Baratz<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42892470/jensen-huang-is-dead-wrong-about-quantum-computing-d-wave-ceo-fires-back-at-nvidia-boss-happy-to-meet-with-jensen-any-time-any-place-to-help-fill-in-these-gaps"> also criticized </a>Huang for his comments on the timeline for achieving practical quantum computing, saying the Nvidia CEO is "dead wrong." Baratz said D-Wave's quantum computers are already in commercial use by major companies including Mastercard.&nbsp;
&#8220;Not 30 years from now, not 20 years from now, not 15 years from now,&#8221; he said, adding, &#8220;But right now today.&#8221;
Poised To Recover: Quantum stocks look poised to open higher Friday (after Thursday&#8217;s national day of mourning for President Jimmy Carter and the U.S. markets are closed) after recovering slightly in Wednesday's after-hours session. D-Wave Quantum rose 6.89%, Rigetti Computing gained 2.89% and IonQ gained 5.92% after Wednesday's closing bell. 
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The <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/us-dollar-drops-on-report-of-trump?r=3nmatg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">US dollar has had a volatile start </a>to the week, sparked by a report that President-elect Donald Trump's tariff plan may shift. 
The US dollar index fell 0.8% to 108.1 on Monday, then pared losses after Trump denied a Washington Post <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/06/trump-tariff-economy-trade/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">report</a>. The newspaper <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/06/trump-tariff-economy-trade/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported </a>that Trump may scale back his plans for widespread tariffs when he returns to the White House on January 20.
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US Dollar Index, Monday, January 6 Session, Source: <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/currency">Trading Economics</a>
Citing people familiar with the matter, the newspaper reported that Trump's aides are exploring tariff plans that would be applied to every country but only cover critical imports. This would mark a significant shift from his presidential campaign plans.
Trump, though, denied the newspaper's reporting on <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump#:~:text=The%20story%20in%20the%20Washington%20Post%2C%20quoting%20so%2Dcalled%20anonymous%20sources%2C%20which%20don%27t%20exist%2C%20incorrectly%20states%20that%20my%20tariff%20policy%20will%20be%20pared%20back.%20That%20is%20wrong.%20The%20Washington%20Post%20knows%20it%27s%20wrong.%20It%27s%20just%20another%20example%20of%20Fake%20News" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Truth Social</a>. 
"The story in the Washington Post, quoting so-called anonymous sources, which don&#8217;t exist, incorrectly states that my tariff policy will be pared back," he wrote on his social media platform. "The Washington Post knows it&#8217;s wrong. It&#8217;s just another example of Fake News."&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">US Dollar Reacts to Trump Tariff Plans</h2>
The reporting fueled uncertainty about one of Trump's key policy proposals. In response, the dollar declined sharply against most major currencies.
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index (BBDXY), which measures the value of the US dollar relative to other major global currencies, ended the session 0.6% lower on Monday. After the publication of the Washington Post article, the index lost 1%, marking the largest <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-06/dollar-falls-most-in-two-months-on-report-trump-to-limit-tariffs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">intraday drop since 2023</a>. 
Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-06/dollar-falls-most-in-two-months-on-report-trump-to-limit-tariffs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the euro gained 1.3%</a> the same day against the US dollar (EUR/USD), the common currency's largest intraday gain in 14 months. The British pound (GBP/USD rose as much as 1%.
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US Dollar Index vs. EURUSD vs. GBPUSD, Monday, January 6 Session, Source: <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/currency">Trading Economics</a>
The initial loss in the dollar was "an outsized reaction to an unverified report, but it does show the direction of travel,"Kathleen Brooks, the director of research at XTB, told Bloomberg. "We've had a large buildup of dollar longs and they are at risk of a turnaround."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Tariff Plans Go Back to 2024</h2>
During his 2024 presidential campaign, Trump vowed to<a href="https://www.piie.com/blogs/realtime-economics/2024/no-trade-tax-free-trumps-promised-tariffs-will-hit-large-flows" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> impose 10-20% tariffs</a> on all imported goods, with tariffs as high as 60% on Chinese products. After his election win in November, he threatened to impose additional tariffs of 10% on Chinese goods and 25% on all imports from Mexico and Canada.
With Trump's aim to raise US revenues, he will likely go ahead with some of his tariff plans. He may threaten to use them until he gains the upper hand in trade negotiations.
"Members of Congress are getting to work on one powerful Bill that will bring our Country back," Trump said. "It will all be made up with tariffs, and much more, from countries that have taken advantage of the US."&nbsp;&nbsp;
A Bloomberg Economics <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-06/trump-keeps-keeps-his-negotiating-powder-dry-with-tariff-turmoil" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">study</a> suggests that higher tariffs could lead to increased inflation and a decline in US GDP. By 2028, US GDP could shrink by 0.8% if only China retaliates. If other countries impose tariffs, US economic growth could slow to 1.3%. 
Trump&#8217;s tariff could hurt global economic growth and drive up consumer prices, particularly if other governments retaliate.
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Trump's Tariff Increases to Impact Poorest Americans, Source: <a href="https://itep.org/trump-tariffs-tax-increase-impact/">ITEP</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Tariff Plans Target Critical Sectors</h2>
The dollar had strengthened amid expectations that Trump will impose tariffs on the US&#8217;s major trading partners. This <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/dovish-ecb-drives-7-eurusd-drop-in?r=3nmatg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">put pressure</a> on other currencies. 
However, the dollar could weaken from a tariff program focused solely on sectors deemed critical to national or economic security. This would have a lesser effect on the global economy and US inflation than a broader tariff approach.
According to The Washington Post, it remains unclear which imports or industries might be targeted by tariffs. However, preliminary discussions have centered on sectors considered vital to national or economic security.&nbsp;
These could include the defense industrial supply chain, critical medical supplies, and energy production.
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Critical Sector Tariffs Forecast to Weigh on Dollar, Source: <a href="https://www.corpay.com/resources/market-analysis/market-brief-potential-dilution-in-trump-tariff-plans-pummels-dollar">Corpay</a>
The uncertainty of Trump tariffs and whether his administration will target Europe's auto sector led to a near 3% surge in the Euro Stoxx Automobiles &amp; Parts <a href="https://stoxx.com/index/sxagt/">index</a>. Europe&#8217;s <a href="https://stoxx.com/index/sxxp/">STOXX 600</a> closed 0.9% higher alongside France&#8217;s <a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/index/px1?countrycode=fr">CAC 40</a>, up 2.2%, and Germany&#8217;s <a href="https://stoxx.com/index/dax/">DAX</a> up 1.5%.
Some of Europe's major luxury brands also gained from the optimism of more selective tariffs. LVMH (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVMUY#OTC">LVMUY</a>), Hermes (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HESAY#OTC">HESAY</a>), and Kering (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPRUY#OTC">PPRUY</a>) all rose over 2%.
European markets overall closed higher on January 6, driven by investor optimism that US tariffs might be less severe than initially feared. However, speculation surrounding the incoming administration&#8217;s agenda will likely be accompanied by heightened market volatility.
Disclaimer:
Any opinions expressed in this article are not to be considered investment advice and are solely those of the authors. European Capital Insights is not responsible for any financial decisions made based on the contents of this article. Readers may use this article for information and educational purposes only.
This article is from an unpaid external contributor. It does not represent Benzinga&#8217;s reporting and has not been edited for content&nbsp;or&nbsp;accuracy.

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The intersection of celebrity and policy debates took center stage this week when bestselling author Stephen King criticized billionaire <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/01/42805245/elon-musk-nearly-sold-struggling-tesla-to-google-for-6-billion-but-when-he-no-longer-needed-a-savior-the-deal-was-called-off">Elon Musk</a> over his stance on H-1B visas. In a post on Bluesky, King aimed Musk's apparent preference for highly skilled immigrants, writing: "Musk thinks it's OK for smart immigrants to hang around. The rest of you guys who wash dishes, drive trucks, cook meals … just get lost."
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King's comment reflects broader concerns about how immigration policies prioritize certain workers while leaving others behind, particularly those surrounding the H-1B visa program. The program, established under the Immigration Act of 1990, allows U.S. companies to hire highly skilled foreign workers for specialized technology, engineering and science roles. While proponents argue it fills critical labor gaps, critics claim it displaces American workers and drives down wages in key industries.
Musk, a vocal advocate for the program and a beneficiary of it during his early years in the United States, has defended H-1B visas with fervor. In late December, Musk posted on X: "The reason I'm in America along with so many critical people who built SpaceX, Tesla and hundreds of other companies that made America strong is because of H1B. Take a big step back and F&#x2A;&#x2A; YOURSELF in the face. I will go to war on this issue the likes of which you cannot possibly comprehend."
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According to Newsweek, Musk's support for the visa program aligns with his business interests, as Tesla hired over 700 H-1B workers in 2023 alone. Yet his stance has sparked a backlash among Trump-aligned conservatives, who view the program as inconsistent with "America First" policies.
Conservative activist Laura Loomer, for example, criticized Musk and Trump for their support of H-1B visas, accusing them of prioritizing Silicon Valley interests over American workers.&nbsp;
In December, Trump maintained a favorable view of the program, telling the New York Post: "I've always liked the visas. I have always been in favor of the visas. That's why we have them. I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I've been a believer in H-1B. I have used it many times. It's a great program."
King's criticism adds a cultural dimension to what has largely been an economic and political debate. Known for his outspoken views on social media, King often uses his platform to comment on political and social issues, from gun control to presidential elections. This isn't the first time the author has clashed with Musk online – King has previously mocked and disagreed with Musk on X, fueling an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41709658/stephen-king-slams-elon-musk-claims-most-of-his-posts-spread-pro-trump-disinformation-and-outright-l">ongoing public feud between the two</a>.
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The H-1B visa program remains a polarizing topic. Critics, including Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, argue it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42494409/bernie-sanders-proposes-taxing-income-over-1-billion-at-100-and-urges-its-time-to-make-greedy-billionaires-pay-their-fair-share">benefits billionaires</a> and corporations at the expense of American workers.&nbsp;
Others, like Jeanne Batalova of the Migration Policy Institute, see the program as essential for addressing labor shortages in specialized industries. Speaking to Yahoo Finance, Batalova noted, "This program should not and was not intended to substitute American talent. It was designed to supplement it and, by and large, it has been working."&nbsp;
Musk is both a symbol of the program's potential success and a lightning rod for criticism. Meanwhile, King's sharp critique highlights the social implications of immigration policies that prioritize certain workers over others.
As <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42488326/grant-cardone-offer-citizenship-to-1-million-immigrants-who-deposit-5-million-each-5-trillion-in-new-investment-dollars-for-america">debates over immigration</a> reform continue, the tension between economic pragmatism and cultural values remains unresolved. King's comments may not sway policymakers, but they have amplified a conversation that extends beyond the tech industry and into the heart of America's identity as a nation of immigrants.
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Robinhood Markets Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) slipped 0.6% in Wednesday&#8217;s after-hours session following a volatile trading day. The decline came as new employment data pointed to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/01/42873182/us-private-businesses-add-122000-jobs-in-december-the-labor-market-downshifted-to-a-more-modest-pace-of-growth">cooling U.S. labor market</a>, sparking concerns about a potential drop in retail trading activity and waning investor engagement on the platform.
What To Know: The ADP National Employment Report showed private employers added just 122,000 jobs in December, missing expectations and highlighting a slowdown in key sectors like manufacturing and trade.
Robinhood's business model relies heavily on retail trading volumes, which are sensitive to economic conditions affecting individual investors. 
A weakening labor market, coupled with slowing wage growth, reduces disposable income and dampens investor confidence — key drivers of trading activity on the platform. This can lead to lower revenue from payment for order flow, which represents a substantial portion of Robinhood's income.
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Additionally, decelerating wage gains could limit the influx of new retail investors, particularly younger users who form a significant portion of Robinhood's customer base. With fewer opportunities for speculative trading and reduced enthusiasm for high-risk assets, the platform may face declining engagement.
The broader economic uncertainty, including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/42884213/dollar-hits-14-month-high-30-year-yields-near-critical-threshold-as-trump-reportedly-mulls-economic">elevated Treasury yields</a> and Federal Reserve tightening, compounds these risks, potentially eroding Robinhood's revenue streams tied to options and cryptocurrency trading, two of its most lucrative segments.
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For example, in Robinhood Markets&#8217; case, it is in the Financials 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.
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Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>) on Thursday said it has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for the Space Development Agency&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b42895046/rocket-lab-on-track-to-advance-u-s-defense-capabilities-passing-major-milestone-in-development-of-" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tranche 2 Transport Layer-Beta (T2TL-Beta) program.</a>
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The contract involves the design, integration, testing, and commissioning of 18 advanced data transport satellites for the U.S. Department of Defense&#8217;s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture.
The PDR marks a significant step towards the detailed design phase, ensuring that Rocket Lab&#8217;s satellite design meets the mission&#8217;s rigorous requirements.
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The satellites will feature Rocket Lab&#8217;s vertically integrated subsystems, providing control over costs, schedules, and quality.
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Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) has seen its stock drop 21% to $25.73 over the past month, driven by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42599094/hims-hers-health-are-falling-today-whats-going-on">regulatory updates</a> from the FDA regarding tirzepatide injection shortages. However, the stock remains up over 200% over the past year, reflecting strong earnings performance.
What To Know: The company reported impressive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41728465/hims-hers-health-reports-better-than-expected-q3-results-details">third-quarter results</a> in November, with earnings of 32 cents per share, far exceeding analyst expectations of 4 cents. Revenue rose 77% year-over-year to $401.6 million, beating estimates of $382.2 million.
Subscriber growth surged 44%, reaching 2 million, and net income soared to $75.6 million, compared to a net loss of $7.6 million last year. However, gross margins narrowed slightly to 79%, down from 83% a year ago.
CEO Andrew Dudum highlighted the company's continued momentum, noting its focus on delivering accessible, personalized care. Hims &amp; Hers raised its fiscal 2024 revenue outlook to $1.46-$1.465 billion, indicating confidence in sustained growth.
Investor sentiment has otherwise been tempered over the past month by the FDA&#8217;s resolution of the tirzepatide shortage, which may pressure demand for compounded alternatives. Despite this, ongoing shortages of other GLP-1 drugs and strong fundamentals could position Hims &amp; Hers for potential long-term success.
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According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, Hims &amp; Hers has a 52-week high of $35.02 and a 52-week low of $8.14.
It closed Wednesday down more than 7% at $25.73. 
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Looking into the current session, CECO Environmental Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CECO#NASDAQ">CECO</a>) shares are trading at $31.77, after a 1.21% decrease. Over the past month, the stock fell by 2.90%, but over the past year, it actually spiked by 66.60%. With questionable short-term performance like this, and great long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

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<h3>Comparing CECO Environmental P/E Against Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
CECO Environmental has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 101.05 of the Commercial Services &amp; Supplies industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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A new report shows diverging sentiment across the biggest cryptocurrencies, despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/42899397/ethereum-price-drops-5-in-7-days-truly-an-excellent-buy-the-dip-opportunity">market-wide downturn fears.</a>
Santiment, an on-chain analytics platform <a href="https://x.com/santimentfeed/status/1877132356496015364">analyzed</a> the top cryptocurrencies&#8217; based on social media trends over the past three months.
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Cryptocurrency</td>
<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Past 7-Day Gains</td>
<td>Crowd Sentiment</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td> $93,820</td>
<td>-4.1%</td>
<td>3/5 (Neutral)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td> $3,260</td>
<td>-5.6%</td>
<td>2/5 (Slightly Bearish)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td> $187.7</td>
<td>-8.8%</td>
<td>4/5 (Semi Bullish)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td> $2.3</td>
<td>-4.3%</td>
<td>4/5 (Slightly Bullish)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Binance Coin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>)</td>
<td> $686.60</td>
<td>-4.5%</td>
<td>3/5 (Neutral)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td> $0.3211</td>
<td>-4.7%</td>
<td>1/5 (Bearish)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Bitcoin: Crowd sentiment remains neutral following a Fed-induced price retrace on Dec. 20. Traders are waiting for a significant price move before committing to strong positions.
Ethereum: Momentum cooled after briefly reclaiming $4,000. Traders are cautious of a dip below $3,000, which could trigger panic selling and create buying opportunities.
XRP Ledger: XRP has outperformed peers with an 18% rally in early January, retaining bullish sentiment following its November-December surge.
Binance Coin: After a strong rally in November, BNB sentiment turned uncertain, particularly as it dropped below $700. Social media activity remains subdued unless significant price movements occur.
Solana: Despite a 25% decline over six weeks, Solana's community remains optimistic. Analysts suggest waiting for sentiment to fade further for better buying opportunities.
Dogecoin: Dogecoin has dropped 28% since its recent peak, experiencing minimal hype. Contrarian traders may see upside if broader markets turn bullish.
Statistics: Santiment noted that many wallets active in the last 30 days—including those holding BTC, ETH, Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>), DOGE,and other altcoins—are operating at a loss. 
This suggests potential buying opportunities, as "blood in the streets" moments have historically led to profitable recoveries for seasoned traders.
While these signals point to a short- to mid-term recovery, they do not guarantee an immediate rebound.
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Why It Matters: Diverging sentiment across major crypto assets underscores the importance of crowd psychology in market trends. 
Extreme bearish sentiment often marks entry points for contrarian traders, while excessive euphoria signals caution. 
Understanding these dynamics can help traders navigate volatile markets more effectively.
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BP p.l.c. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) has been selected by India&#8217;s&nbsp;ONGC as a Technical Services Provider (<a target="_blank" href="https://ongcindia.com/web/eng/detail?assetEntry=69670160&amp;assetClassPK=69670154" rel="noreferrer noopener">TSP</a>) to enhance production from Mumbai High Field.
Notably, Shell and BP took part in the pre-bid process, with BP ultimately submitting the bid.
Under the agreement, BP is anticipated to receive a fixed fee for the initial two years, followed by a performance-based service fee linked to a share of net incremental production revenue, after recovering costs.
The contract duration is ten years and BP projects a significant increase in crude oil and gas production during the period, with crude output rising by ~44% from 45.47 MMT &#8211; 65.41 MMT baseline production and gas production growing by ~89% from 24.94 BCM &#8211; 47.22 BCM.
The company expects combined oil and gas output to rise by ~60%, from 70.40 MMToe &#8211; 112.63 MMToe.
The production boost is anticipated to be visible from FY26, with full-scale output targeted by FY28.
The incremental increase is expected to generate up to $10.3 billion in additional oil and gas revenue and up to $5 billion in incremental contributions to the Indian government through royalties, cess, and other levies.
Last month, BP and XRG&#8217;s new joint venture, Arcius Energy, will focus on building a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/24/12/42513647/arcius-energy-takes-off-bp-and-xrgs-gas-power-play-in-egypt" rel="noreferrer noopener">competitive gas portfolio in Egypt</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Texas Capital Funds Trust Texas Capital Texas Oil Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OILT#NYSE">OILT</a>) and Amplify ETF Trust Amplify Natural Resources Dividend Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDIV#NYSE">NDIV</a>)
Price Action: BP shares closed lower by 2.23% at $31.12 on Wednesday.
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YETI Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YETI#NYSE">YETI</a>) has been analyzed by 6 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>1M Ago</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>2M Ago</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>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for YETI Holdings, presenting an average target of $42.0, a high estimate of $54.00, and a low estimate of $35.00. This current average represents a 7.35% decrease from the previous average price target of $45.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736445658_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of YETI Holdings 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.
<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>Noah Zatzkin</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Zatzkin</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian McNamara</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Keith</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Ohmes</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to YETI Holdings. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of YETI Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for YETI Holdings's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into YETI Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/YETI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on YETI Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know YETI Holdings Better</h2>
YETI Holdings Inc is a designer, marketer, and distributor of premium products for the outdoor and recreation market sold under the YETI brand. The company offers products including coolers and equipment, drinkware, and other accessories. Its trademark products include YETI Tundra, Hopper, YETI TANK, Rambler, Colster, Rambler among others. The company distributes products through wholesale channels and through direct-to-consumer, or DTC, channels.
<h3>Breaking Down YETI Holdings's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining YETI Holdings's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 10.35% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: YETI Holdings's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 11.76%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.63%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): YETI Holdings's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 4.49%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: YETI Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.23, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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10 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Varonis Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRNS#NASDAQ">VRNS</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Varonis Systems, revealing an average target of $59.1, a high estimate of $70.00, and a low estimate of $47.00. Observing a 0.92% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $58.56. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736445650_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Varonis Systems. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Ruykhaver</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Owens</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Dezort</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Gallo</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rudy Kessinger</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Owens</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Essex</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Boyd</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shrenik Kothari</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Varonis Systems. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Varonis Systems compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Varonis Systems's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Varonis Systems's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VRNS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Varonis Systems analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Varonis Systems</h2>
Varonis Systems is a cybersecurity vendor focused on data privacy and security. The firm is currently undergoing a cloud transition as it weans its on-premises customers over to its cloud products that are delivered as software-as-a-service. The New York-based firm was founded in 2005 and went public in 2014.
<h3>Financial Insights: Varonis Systems</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Varonis Systems showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 21.06% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Varonis Systems's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -12.38%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Varonis Systems's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -4.13%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Varonis Systems's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -1.4%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Varonis Systems's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.74, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
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.
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.
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