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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/chinese-ev-stocks" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chinese electric vehicle stocks</a>, including NIO Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), XPeng Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>), and ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZK#NYSE">ZK</a>), are trading upwards Thursday amid reports indicating that EV sales will likely surpass traditional cars in China for the first time in 2025 beating Europe, the U.S. and Japan.
China will likely sell over 12 million cars in 2025 versus 5.9 million in 2022, the Financial Times <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/f12db2a1-a221-47f0-8d3e-723a8b49f97c" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cites</a> estimates from investment banks and research groups estimates.
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Meanwhile, sales of traditional cars will likely decline to below 11 million in 2025 from 14.8 million in 2022, Sri Lanka Guardian <a target="_blank" href="https://slguardian.org/chinas-ev-sales-to-overtake-traditional-cars-sooner-than-expected/" rel="noreferrer noopener">cites</a> the FT.
China&#8217;s EV sales trajectory bears testimony to its progress in domestic technology and ability to secure a global supply chain for lithium and cobalt. Additionally, the scale of China&#8217;s manufacturing abilities has rendered EVs a more affordable option for consumers, Sri Lanka Guardian cites Robert Liew of Wood Mackenzie. He expects China to accomplish its target of EVs accounting for 50% of car sales by 2035, ten years ahead of schedule.
Per the FT report, Industry forecasts indicate that Chinese factories producing traditional engine cars will face an almost nonexistent domestic market within a decade as rising protectionism and uncertainty over government subsidies challenge Western carmakers.
Yuqian Ding of HSBC told the FT that China&#8217;s EV juggernaut is indomitable despite a slowdown in growth from a very high base due to oversupply, competition, and a price war.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42671739/chinese-stocks-surge-on-stimulus-plans-to-counter-us-tariff-risks" rel="noreferrer noopener">Earlier this week</a>, reports indicated China ramping up stimulus to shield from potential U.S. tariffs. The country is eying &nbsp;3 trillion yuan ($411 billion) in special treasury bonds in 2025, compared to 2024&#8217;s 1 trillion yuan, to drive consumption through subsidy programs, equipment upgrades, and investments in advanced sectors.
Price Actions: At the last check on Thursday, NIO is up 2.06% at $4.715. LI is up 3.86%, XPEV is up 3.12%, and ZK is up 8.48%.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions 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 ASTS, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 10 options trades for AST SpaceMobile.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 60% bullish and 30%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $25,808, and 9, calls, for a total amount of $477,336.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $15.0 to $55.0 for AST SpaceMobile during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for AST SpaceMobile options trades today is 4140.33 with a total volume of 1,650.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for AST SpaceMobile's big money trades within a strike price range of $15.0 to $55.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>AST SpaceMobile Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735235135_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ASTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$125.9K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$57.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">142</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$2.99</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$56.5K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">457</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$55.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">377</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About AST SpaceMobile</h3>
AST SpaceMobile Inc is a satellite designer and manufacturer. The company is building a cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices, and off-the-shelf mobile phones based on extensive IP and patent portfolio. It has focused on eliminating the connectivity gaps faced by mobile subscribers and finally bringing broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. The Company's spaceMobile Service is being designed to provide cost-effective, high-speed Cellular Broadband services to end-users who are out of terrestrial cellular coverage using existing mobile devices.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with AST SpaceMobile, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is AST SpaceMobile Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,361,772, the price of ASTS is up by 1.96%, reaching $23.95.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 95 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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Spotlight on AST SpaceMobile: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</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 HON usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 16 extraordinary options activities for Honeywell Intl. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 43% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 9 are puts, totaling $444,713, and 7 are calls, amounting to $758,796.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $200.0 to $240.0 for Honeywell Intl during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Honeywell Intl'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 Honeywell Intl's whale trades within a strike price range from $200.0 to $240.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Honeywell Intl 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735235130_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>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$53.9</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$221.4K</td>
<td align="right">951</td>
<td align="right">168</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$54.1</td>
<td>$53.8</td>
<td>$54.1</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$205.5K</td>
<td align="right">951</td>
<td align="right">89</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$54.1</td>
<td>$53.8</td>
<td>$54.1</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$135.2K</td>
<td align="right">951</td>
<td align="right">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$54.2</td>
<td>$54.1</td>
<td>$54.2</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$70.4K</td>
<td align="right">951</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$53.9</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$59.4K</td>
<td align="right">951</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Honeywell Intl</h3>
Honeywell traces its roots to 1885 with Albert Butz's firm, Butz Thermo-Electric Regulator, which produced a predecessor to the modern thermostat. Other inventions by Honeywell include biodegradable detergent and autopilot. Today, Honeywell is a global multi-industry behemoth with one of the largest installed bases of equipment. It operates through four business segments: aerospace technologies (37% of 2023 company revenue), industrial automation (29%), energy and sustainability solutions (17%), and building automation (17%). Recently, Honeywell has made several portfolio changes to focus on fewer end markets and align with a set of secular growth trends. The firm is working diligently to expand its installed base, deriving around 30% of its revenue from recurring aftermarket services.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Honeywell Intl, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Honeywell Intl</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 808,572, the HON's price is up by 1.11%, now at $231.43. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 35 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Honeywell Intl</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $259.4.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Hold rating on Honeywell Intl, maintaining a target price of $260. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Buy rating for Honeywell Intl, targeting a price of $268. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Sector Perform with a price target of $253. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Honeywell Intl with a target price of $260. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs persists with their Buy rating on Honeywell Intl, maintaining a target price of $256. 
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Deere. Our analysis of options history for Deere (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>) revealed 9 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 77% of traders were bullish, while 11% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $326,635, and 3 were calls, valued at $152,110.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $400.0 to $470.0 for Deere during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Deere's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Deere's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $400.0 to $470.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Deere 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735235125_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>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$26.85</td>
<td>$26.8</td>
<td>$26.8</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$160.8K</td>
<td align="right">282</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$34.35</td>
<td>$33.55</td>
<td>$34.15</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$81.9K</td>
<td align="right">68</td>
<td align="right">25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$46.55</td>
<td>$46.1</td>
<td>$46.1</td>
<td>$460.00</td>
<td>$41.4K</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$47.45</td>
<td>$46.9</td>
<td>$46.9</td>
<td>$460.00</td>
<td>$37.5K</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$62.0</td>
<td>$60.2</td>
<td>$60.2</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
<td>$36.1K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Deere</h3>
Deere is the world's leading manufacturer of agricultural equipment, producing some of the most recognizable machines in the heavy machinery industry in their green and yellow livery. The company is divided into four reportable segments: production and precision agriculture, small agriculture and turf, construction and forestry, and John Deere Capital. Its products are available through an extensive dealer network, which includes over 2,000 dealer locations in North America and approximately 3,700 locations globally. John Deere Capital provides retail financing for machinery to its customers, in addition to wholesale financing for dealers, which increases the likelihood of Deere product sales.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Deere, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Deere's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 122,952, the price of DE is up by 0.4%, reaching $434.56.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 49 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Deere</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $510.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Deere, targeting a price of $550. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Jefferies lowers its rating to Hold with a new price target of $510. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Neutral rating on Deere, maintaining a target price of $470. 
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Deere's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

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Billionaire&nbsp;Dan S. Loeb is the founder of Third Point and is renowned for his bold activist strategies that challenge the status quo and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/12/42619157/5-top-performing-stocks-in-dan-loebs-portfolio-cinemark-corpay-amazon-lead" rel="noreferrer noopener">drive&nbsp;transformation in global companies</a>.
In the fourth quarter of 2024, renowned hedge fund manager Loeb significantly increased stakes in several companies, including more than doubling Third Point&#8217;s holdings in Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>) and CRH PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRH#NYSE">CRH</a>), <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1040273/000108514624005927/xslForm13F_X02/infotable.xml">according </a>to quarterly 13F filings.
ICE: Intercontinental Exchange operates exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, and clearing houses that enable investment, capital raising, and risk management across various asset classes.
Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41073619/ices-resilient-business-model-and-technological-advancements-drive-an-outperform-ra" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ICE&#8217;s Resilient Business Model and Technological Advancements Drive an Outperform Rating &#8211; Here&#8217;s Why</a>
Loeb added 1.08 million shares in the third quarter at an average price of $148.77, bringing the <a href="https://hedgefollow.com/funds/Third+Point" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">total</a> to 2.08 million shares.
This represents a 108.5% increase in share count from Q2, with a total portfolio value of $334.93 million.
Third Point revealed<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/41997557/third-point-hedge-fund-buys-tesla-dumps-micron" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> its stake in a 13F filing</a> in November. The stock has declined about 5.7% in the last month.
Meanwhile, the capital market sector, as measured by the SPDR S&amp;P Capital Markets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KCE#NYSE">KCE</a>), has declined roughly by 4.29% in the last month.
In the third quarter, the company&#8217;s adjusted EPS of $1.55 was in line with the consensus expectations, while sales of $2.349 billion were slightly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41649430/intercontinental-exchange-reports-strong-third-quarter-2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">below the $2.354 billion estimate</a>.
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CRH: The company provides building materials solutions and has leadership positions in both North America and Europe.&nbsp;
Loeb added 1.40 million shares at an average price of $83.86 in the third quarter, raising the <a href="https://hedgefollow.com/stocks/CRH" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">total</a> count to 2.05 million shares.
This marks a 215.38% increase in share count, with a total value of $190.12 million.
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GFL Environmental Option Alert: 2,617 Jan 17 $50 Calls Traded At The Ask For $0.30 With Open Interest Of 1,948; Earnings Estimated For 2/18 After Close; Stock Reference Price $44.96

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PFE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$26.50</td>
<td>$152.0K</td>
<td>24.2K</td>
<td>8.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TLRY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.50</td>
<td>$34.6K</td>
<td>54.8K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$195.0K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IOVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
<td>$41.6K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVXL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$57.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LQDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>93</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VRTX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$28.2K</td>
<td>701</td>
<td>63</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$33.4K</td>
<td>94</td>
<td>41</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>29</td>
<td>24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>848</td>
<td>8</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For PFE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 8000 contract(s) at a $26.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $152.0K, with a price of $19.0 per contract. There were 24292 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8717 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TLRY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLRY#NASDAQ">TLRY</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 1500 contract(s) at a $1.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.6K, with a price of $23.0 per contract. There were 54857 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5953 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For HIMS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $195.0K, with a price of $195.0 per contract. There were 6719 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1888 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For IOVA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IOVA#NASDAQ">IOVA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 757 contract(s) at a $7.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.6K, with a price of $55.0 per contract. There were 7847 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1775 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AVXL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVXL#NASDAQ">AVXL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 204 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $17.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.1K, with a price of $285.0 per contract. There were 1543 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1410 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LQDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LQDA#NASDAQ">LQDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 386 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 83 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.0K, with a price of $410.0 per contract. There were 1892 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 93 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding VRTX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $410.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.2K, with a price of $1130.0 per contract. There were 701 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 63 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TMDX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMDX#NASDAQ">TMDX</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 112 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 18 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.4K, with a price of $1860.0 per contract. There were 94 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 41 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMGN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 141 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 23 contract(s) at a $275.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $1305.0 per contract. There were 29 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 24 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 386 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 8 contract(s) at a $280.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $3266.0 per contract. There were 848 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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TMDX

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10 Health Care Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EOSE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$145.0K</td>
<td>10.5K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KULR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$30.8K</td>
<td>960</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$32.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>895</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>15.8K</td>
<td>801</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$46.3K</td>
<td>237</td>
<td>564</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JBLU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$29.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>508</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PBI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>501</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MMM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$60.4K</td>
<td>426</td>
<td>162</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NSC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$27.8K</td>
<td>111</td>
<td>121</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$29.6K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>106</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding EOSE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOSE#NASDAQ">EOSE</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 141 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $145.0K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 10550 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3548 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KULR (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KULR#AMEX">KULR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 220 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 69 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.8K, with a price of $140.0 per contract. There were 960 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1573 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RKLB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.0K, with a price of $320.0 per contract. There were 3187 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 895 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ENVX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENVX#NASDAQ">ENVX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $146.0 per contract. There were 15853 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 801 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 722 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 9 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.3K, with a price of $5155.0 per contract. There were 237 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 564 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JBLU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 85 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.0K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 4742 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 508 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PBI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBI#NYSE">PBI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.0K, with a price of $93.0 per contract. There were 1100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 501 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MMM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 113 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.4K, with a price of $535.0 per contract. There were 426 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 162 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NSC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 176 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 34 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.8K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 111 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 121 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ALK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 78 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.6K, with a price of $380.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 106 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Industrials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$247.50</td>
<td>$33.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>10.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$437.50</td>
<td>$29.3K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$216.0K</td>
<td>16.8K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$60.8K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$30.2K</td>
<td>26.0K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BBAI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
<td>$209.6K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>QUBT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/03/25</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$29.6K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$63.7K</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BTDR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$195.0K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding AVGO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. Parties traded 154 contract(s) at a $247.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 34 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.1K, with a price of $215.0 per contract. There were 1719 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 10406 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $437.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.3K, with a price of $293.0 per contract. There were 3372 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7249 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For U (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1200 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $216.0K, with a price of $180.0 per contract. There were 16838 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5685 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TSM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 75 contract(s) at a $195.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.8K, with a price of $811.0 per contract. There were 5365 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4420 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. Parties traded 69 contract(s) at a $255.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.2K, with a price of $439.0 per contract. There were 26035 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3689 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BBAI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 750 day(s) on January 15, 2027. Parties traded 723 contract(s) at a $2.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $209.6K, with a price of $290.0 per contract. There were 1600 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2705 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For QUBT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on January 3, 2025. This event was a transfer of 114 contract(s) at a $18.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.6K, with a price of $260.0 per contract. There were 2295 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2646 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 150 contract(s) at a $85.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $63.7K, with a price of $425.0 per contract. There were 12833 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2629 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BTDR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTDR#NASDAQ">BTDR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 85 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 300 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $195.0K, with a price of $650.0 per contract. There were 3874 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1722 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMAT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 1500 contract(s) at a $195.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.0K, with a price of $24.0 per contract. There were 3823 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1503 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Donald Trump&#8216;s campaign promise to bring all Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) mining operations back to the United States faces considerable obstacles, despite his newfound <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42422705/donald-trump-would-welcome-150000-bitcoin-early-in-presidency-its-another-stock-market-for-him">support for the cryptocurrency industry</a>.
This pledge, made following discussions with leaders in the crypto mining field, symbolizes Trump&#8217;s shift from a skeptic to a champion of digital assets. 
What Happened: Experts in the field acknowledge that the decentralized structure of Bitcoin renders such a goal impractical, if not impossible, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-26/trump-s-made-in-usa-bitcoin-is-a-promise-impossible-to-keep?embedded-checkout=true">according</a> to Bloomberg.
While the concept might serve as a show of support, the reality is that Bitcoin mining is a highly competitive, worldwide endeavor. 
New, well-funded entities from various regions, including Russian, Middle Eastern and African players, are actively expanding their operations to capture a share of the considerable revenue generated by this activity.
These groups often have access to cost-effective energy sources and substantial capital, which are essential for successful large-scale mining. 
While most of the Bitcoin supply has been mined, these are still set to be mined over the next century, meaning competition will be fierce.
While the United States has seen growth in Bitcoin mining, the overall computing power produced by domestic miners is below half of the total global network. 
Industry analysts stress that it&#8217;s not feasible for US companies to solely control and power the entire Bitcoin system. 
Detailed data on the geographical distribution of mining power is scarce, but information from service providers like Luxor indicates significant overseas expansion.
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Why It Matters: Bitcoin mining companies in the U.S. have generally welcomed Trump's backing.
They are hoping for less strict environmental rules and a reduction in overseas competition, and the industry contributed a significant amount to his last campaign. 
However, US sanctions against other nations, inflation in emerging economies and cheaper energy outside of the US have accelerated the growth of operations overseas.
There is a large increase in mining operations across Eastern Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
China is seeing a revival of mining activity after previously banning it, and Russia has recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42667932/did-vladimir-putin-just-ban-bitcoin-mining-in-russia-the-devil-is-in-the-details#:~:text=The%20Russian%20government%20has%20announced,pool%20mining%20operations%2C%20Tass%20reported.">adopted a more open stance</a>.
In Africa, the availability of affordable hydro power is creating hubs in regions like Ethiopia. 
For some South American countries, the US dollar value from mining provides a much-needed hedge against rampant local inflation.
Even US-based miners are expanding their operations abroad, due to increasing domestic electricity prices. 
MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>) Holdings, for instance, has partnered with a Middle Eastern firm to construct a large mining facility in Abu Dhabi. 
It's also important to note that US operations offer mining hosting services, where individuals from all over the world can pay to have their mining machines operated to earn Bitcoin.
Trump&#8217;s trade policy with China may create complications for US mining companies.
Increased tariffs could potentially drive up the cost of mining hardware, with a large majority of this hardware being produced by Bitmain, and is the largest expense outside of electricity. 
Despite these potential issues, many miners seem to believe that the benefits of Trump's overall approach to the industry outweigh any potential drawbacks.
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What To Know: On Dec. 25, Gill shared an image of a wrapped gift on X, formerly Twitter. The post sparked speculation among retail traders, driving increased interest in GameStop shares during overnight trading. Shares rose 7.68% in after-hours trading on Robinhood, reaching $33.50 at one point.
Cryptocurrencies tied to Gill's online persona also reacted. The meme coin GmeStop (GME) rose 5%, with its market capitalization reaching $31.26 million, while Kitty Inu (KITTY) surged by 17.96%.
The movement in GameStop's stock could reflect continued volatility driven by retail trader enthusiasm rather than changes in the company's fundamentals. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Should You Buy GME?</h3>
An investor can make a few decisions when deciding whether a stock is a good buy. In addition to valuation metrics and price action which you can find on Benzinga's quote pages &#8211; like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GME">GameStop</a>&#8216;s page for example &#8211; there are factors like whether or not a company pays a dividend or buys a large portion of its stock each quarter.
These are known as capital allocation programs. GameStop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) does pay a dividend, which yields 10.93% per year as of the closing price on Dec. 26, 2024. Feel free to search Benzinga's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">dividend calendar</a> for the next company that is due to pay a dividend and determine what kind of yield you can earn for holding a share of the company.
For example, if you're looking to earn an annualized return of 17.75%, you'll need to buy a share of PermRock Royalty Trust by the Dec. 31, 2024. Once done, you can expect to receive a nominal payout of $0.05 on Jan. 15, 2025.
Buyback programs are obviously different and highly variable. A company can approve a buyback program and purchase shares as it sees fit over the course of time in which the buyback was authorized. Looking through the latest news on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GME">GameStop</a> will often yield whether or not the company has approved a buyback program recently. Buyback programs usually serve as a support for share prices, serving as a backstop for demand.
GME Price Action: GameStop shares were up 5.43% at $32.82 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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