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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Apollo Global Management.
Looking at options history for Apollo Global Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>) we detected 9 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 33% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 44% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $825,320 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $391,791.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $120.0 to $175.0 for Apollo Global Management over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Apollo Global Management'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 Apollo Global Management's whale activity within a strike price range from $120.0 to $175.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Apollo Global Management Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735846226_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>APO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$708.0K</td>
<td>464</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$45.9</td>
<td>$43.8</td>
<td>$45.9</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$137.7K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$86.5K</td>
<td>68</td>
<td align="right">701</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$73.3K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">61</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$54.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Apollo Global Management</h3>
Apollo Global Management Inc is an alternative investment manager. It serves various sectors such as chemicals, manufacturing and industrial, natural resources, consumer and retail, consumer services, business services, financial services, leisure, and media and telecom and technology. The company operates in three business segments that are Asset Management, Retirement Services, and Principal Investing. It generates maximum revenue from the Retirement Services segment.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Apollo Global Management</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,627,620, the price of APO is down by -0.61%, reaching $164.15.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 33 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Apollo Global Management</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $201.8.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods persists with their Outperform rating on Apollo Global Management, maintaining a target price of $196. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from BMO Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Apollo Global Management with a target price of $186. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Apollo Global Management, which currently sits at a price target of $197. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Apollo Global Management with a target price of $200. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Buy rating on Apollo Global Management, maintaining a target price of $230. 
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Markets

Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on APO Options

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on TeraWulf (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WULF#NASDAQ">WULF</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in WULF often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 12 options trades for TeraWulf. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 41% bullish and 58% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $56,550, and 11 calls, totaling $945,479.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $2.5 and $10.0 for TeraWulf, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 TeraWulf's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to TeraWulf's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $2.5 to $10.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>TeraWulf Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735846221_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$350.0K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$160.0K</td>
<td>12.3K</td>
<td>510</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.57</td>
<td>$2.63</td>
<td>$5.50</td>
<td>$76.2K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>301</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.52</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$0.5</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About TeraWulf</h3>
TeraWulf Inc is a digital asset technology company that is engaged in digital infrastructure and sustainable energy development. The company's primary focus is supporting environmentally conscious bitcoin mining operations by developing and operating facilities within the United States. The company's bitcoin mining facilities are powered by clean, affordable, and reliable energy sources. The company's primary source of revenue stems from the mining of bitcoin conducted at the company's mining facility sites. Additionally, the company occasionally generates revenue through the provision of miner hosting services to third-party entities.
In light of the recent options history for TeraWulf, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of TeraWulf</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 27,941,210, with WULF's price down by -5.39%, positioned at $5.36.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About TeraWulf</h3>
A total of 4 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $10.25.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Rosenblatt persists with their Buy rating on TeraWulf, maintaining a target price of $10. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Northland Capital Markets continues to hold a Outperform rating for TeraWulf, targeting a price of $10. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B. Riley Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on TeraWulf, which currently sits at a price target of $10. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald lowers its rating to Overweight with a new price target of $11.
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in TeraWulf

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Timely Suggestion To Hedge&nbsp;</h2>
On November 20th, we congratulated&nbsp;MicroStrategy, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shareholders for their recent gains and suggested it was time to hedge. In the same X post, we included a TikTok video showing an optimal collar hedge for the stock.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">&#x26a1;&#xFE0F;Congratulations, MicroStrategy longs—you've been killing it.&#x26a1;&#xFE0F; Consider hedging now though, to lock in most of your gains. Here's a way you can get paid (collect a net credit) to hedge your <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24MSTR&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$MSTR</a> shares out to February. <a href="https://t.co/y57T0lZ6h0">pic.twitter.com/y57T0lZ6h0</a>
&mdash; Portfolio Armor (@PortfolioArmor) <a href="https://twitter.com/PortfolioArmor/status/1859365873326158284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 20, 2024</a></blockquote>
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It turned out that our timing on that call was impeccable, as November 20th was when the stock peaked. Since then, MSTR shares have plummeted nearly 40%.&nbsp;
Let&#8217;s look at the optimal collar our app presented for MSTR then, and how it has protected MSTR longs since.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Our November 20th Optimal Collar On MSTR</h2>
This was the optimal collar, as of November 20th&#8217;s close, to hedge 100 shares of MSTR against a &gt;18% decline over the next two months, while not capping your upside at less than 40%.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="607" height="821" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02083315/1-Collar.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-4389" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02083315/1-Collar.jpg 607w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02083315/1-Collar-222x300.jpg 222w" sizes="(max-width: 607px) 100vw, 607px" /></figure>
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If you opened that collar on November 20th, your net position value (stock + hedge) would have been this:&nbsp;
$47,383 in stock + $10,600 in put options -$11,050 in call options = $46,933.&nbsp;
Let&#8217;s take a look at the prices of those options as of Tuesday&#8217;s close and see what your net position value would have been then.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Those Options Prices As Of Year-End</h2>
As of Tuesday&#8217;s close, the price of that put was $122.33, at the midpoint of the spread. That means your put leg was worth $12,233.&nbsp;
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At the same time, the price of that call was $2.74, meaning your call leg was worth $274.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How That Optimal Hedge Protected You</h2>
Recall that your net position value, if you hedged 100 shares of MSTR with that optimal collar on 11/20/2024 was $46,933. This was your net position value as of 12/31/2024:
$28,962 in MSTR shares + $12,233 in puts &#8211; $274 in calls = $40,921.&nbsp;
$40,921 represents a 12.8% drop from $40,933.&nbsp;
So, although the hedge was only designed to protect against a &gt;18% decline, and the stock dropped by 40%, you were only down 12.8% if you opened this hedge on November 12th.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Now?&nbsp;</h2>
That depends on your outlook for MSTR shares:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>If you&#8217;re bearish, you could exit your shares and close out that hedge for a 12.8% loss.&nbsp;</li>
<li>If you&#8217;re neutral or moderately bullish, you could buy-to-close the call leg of your hedge for $274, so your upside would be uncapped if MSTR rallies.&nbsp;</li>
<li>If you&#8217;re really bullish, you could close out the hedge, and use your profits from selling your appreciated puts to buy more MSTR shares.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Hedging gives you the space to decide, knowing your downside is strictly limited.&nbsp;
Do you think it&#8217;s time to hedge your top holding now? If so,&nbsp;you can download our optimal hedging app by aiming your iPhone camera at the QR code below (or by&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/portfolio-armor/id394951144">tapping here</a>, if you&#8217;re reading this on your phone).
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Hedging Comes In Handy For MicroStrategy Longs

Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares are trading lower Thursday following reports indicating the tech giant is offering discounts on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42760822/ubs-cuts-iphone-sales-forecast-for-december-as-apple-faces-stiff-competition-from-other-players">several iPhone models in China</a>.
What Happened: Apple is running a four-day promotional period, discounting iPhone 16 models in China by up to 500 yuan ($68.50) from Jan. 4 to Jan. 7, according to Reuters. 
The report indicates that the discounts apply to multiple iPhone models and are available for customers using specific payment methods like WeChat Pay and Alipay. 
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models will be discounted by 500 yuan, while the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models will be discounted by 400 yuan. Apple will also offer discounts of 200 to 300 yuan on older iPhone models and other device categories. 
Related Link: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42764418/apple-edge-ai-jpmorgans-bold-tech-predictions-for-2025">Tech Predictions 2025: Apple&#8217;s Edge AI Drive, M&amp;A Heat, Cloud Hardware Shift</a>
Apple is reportedly battling market share declines as local competition intensifies in China, which is the world&#8217;s biggest smartphone market. 
Chinese tech giant Huawei is one of the companies taking share from Apple in the region since it launched a premium challenger in August 2023. Huawei also reportedly slashed prices on phones and other high-end tech devices by as much as 3,000 yuan this past weekend. 
Apple&#8217;s China sales fell 0.3% year-over-year in the third quarter, while Huawei sales jumped 42%, the report states, citing research firm IDC. 
UBS analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42760822/ubs-cuts-iphone-sales-forecast-for-december-as-apple-faces-stiff-competition-from-other-players">lowered their iPhone sales outlook</a> for December on Thursday due to declining market share in China. The firm maintained a Neutral rating and price target of $236 after cutting revenue estimates for the quarter by about 2%.
The selloff in Apple shares on Thursday may also be partly due to profit taking given that the stock rallied roughly 35% to all-time highs in 2024. Some investors may have been waiting until January to take profits for tax purposes. 
AAPL Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/aapl">Apple shares</a> were down 3.13% at $242.55 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Photo: courtesy of Apple.

Global

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Tech

AAPL

Some Investors Are Selling Apple Stock Thursday: Here's Why

Donald Trump&#8216;s election victory and the Republican control of Congress may be setting the stage for what many in the sector believe will be a golden era of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42701446/crypto-industry-anticipates-policy-overhaul-under-trump-administration">lighter regulation and wider adoption</a>.
What Happened: The crypto industry, which felt vilified under the Biden administration, is now anticipating a more hands-off approach to digital currencies, according to a <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/af23fffc-e560-42eb-84a0-f25ca8d693c0">report</a> by The Financial Times on Thursday.
Industry participants and people close to the President-elect have been upbeat about the prospects of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) and the wider digital asset sector.
Eric Trump, speaking at the Bitcoin Mena 2024 conference in Abu Dhabi in December, assured the audience that his father would keep his promises to be &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42499633/exclusive-eric-trump-declares-bitcoin-the-future-details-tax-free-crypto-goals-for-trump-presidency">the most pro-crypto president</a>&#8221; yet. 
He drew parallels between the crypto industry and the Trump family, stating, &#8220;I saw them come after you. I saw them strip your bank accounts.&#8221;
President-elect Trump has promised to create a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42720168/will-trump-administration-sell-gold-to-buy-bitcoin-for-strategic-reserve-in-2025-analyst-says-american-public-wont-tolerate-that">strategic Bitcoin stockpile</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42356067/venture-capitalist-david-sacks-appointed-as-white-house-ai-crypto-czar-by-trump">install a crypto advisory council.</a>
His nomination of Paul Atkins, a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42323248/trump-nominates-paul-atkins-as-sec-chair-emphasizing-digital-assets-as-key-to-making-america-greater">pro-crypto businessman</a>, to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission has been celebrated by industry executives. T
The price of Bitcoin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42339670/youre-welcomedonald-trump-congratulates-bitcoins-100000-milestone-as-el-salvadors-president-nayib-bukele-takes-victory-lap">breaking through the $100,000 level</a> post-election has further fueled optimism.
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Why It Matters: This potential embrace of crypto by Washington and Wall Street raises concerns about increased risks for investors. 
Eswar Prasad, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, warned in The Financial Times, &#8220;The combination of greater legitimacy and light regulation is what I really worry about.&#8221; 
He added that broader adoption at both retail and institutional levels could pose significant risks.
The crypto industry has invested heavily in lobbying efforts, with groups like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/42200248/ripple-donates-25-million-more-to-crypto-super-pac-fairshake">Fairshake spending millions</a> to support pro-crypto politicians. 
Josh Vlasto, spokesperson for Fairshake, stated their work would have &#8220;a clear and immediate impact&#8221; on Congress&#8217;s ability to approve favorable crypto regulation.
As the industry looks forward to friendlier regulations and potential mainstream acceptance, some experts caution about the systemic risks this could introduce to the traditional financial system. 
Hilary Allen, professor at American University Washington College of Law, noted the irony in an industry born out of desire for an alternative financial system now seeking <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42464720/could-bitcoin-safeguard-americas-financial-future-a-bold-proposal-sparks-debate">acceptance from the U.S. government</a>.
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Cango, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CANG#NYSE">CANG</a>) shares are trading higher on Thursday after the company released its December 2024 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42760006">production update</a>. 
The Details: The company reported that it produced 569.9 Bitcoin in December compared to 363.9 Bitcoin in November. This averages out to 18.4 Bitcoin and 18.9 Bitcoin respectively. 
Furthermore, Cango announced an increased average operating hash rate of 30.4 EH/s in December. In November, the company achieved an average operating hash rate of 29.8 EH/s.
The company had a deployed hash rate of 32 EH/s in both November and December.
How To Buy Cango Shares
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Cango &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy ‘fractional shares,' which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. For example, some stock, like Berkshire Hathaway, can cost thousands of dollars to own just one share. However, if you only want to invest a fraction of that, brokerages will allow you to do so.
In the case of Cango, which is trading at $5.06 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 19.76 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to ‘go short' a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
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CANG Price Action: At the time of writing, Cango stock is trading 14.8% higher at $5.05, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/12/42618228/mark-cuban-admits-ive-gotten-beat-after-losing-20-million-on-shark-tank-startups">Mark Cuban</a>, entrepreneur and billionaire investor, has lived through the financial ups and downs many only read about. His journey from living with five roommates to becoming a self-made millionaire – and eventually a billionaire – is full of lessons. Cuban recently shared how he protected his wealth after selling his first company, MicroSolutions, in an interview with Jules Terpak on the Fishbowl podcast.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Early Lessons in Frugality</h2>
Cuban didn't grow up wealthy. Born to a working-class family near Pittsburgh, his father was an automobile upholsterer. By his mid-20s, Cuban was broke, living with five roommates in a cramped apartment. For $750 a month, six young men shared a "dump," as Cuban described it. But he didn't mind the humble living conditions. "It was like a fraternity house in its own way," he told Terpak.
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Cuban&#8217;s financial situation changed drastically after selling <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41865587/mark-cuban-planned-to-retire-by-age-35-he-says-theres-only-one-reason-he-didnt">MicroSolutions</a> in 1990 for $6 million – netting about $2 million after taxes. However, his approach to money didn't. Guided by advice from his father and a book called How to Retire by the Age of 35, Cuban made a key decision: He would live frugally and invest conservatively.
"So I made $2 million and I literally remember calling up my broker … I said, I want you to invest for me like a 60-year-old," Cuban recalled. "You know, I&#8217;m young. Because I want to live off this for a long time."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Living Like a Student</h2>
Cuban didn't immediately embrace the flashy lifestyle many associate with newfound wealth. He lived modestly, buying "the worst house in the best neighborhood" and avoiding expensive cars. His frugality extended to everyday living – no yachts, butlers or house cleaners.
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But there were exceptions. To celebrate his financial milestone, Cuban bought a $125,000 lifetime pass with American Airlines. The pass allowed him to travel anywhere, anytime. "I bought this lifetime pass in American Airlines so I could go to any city, anywhere, party like a rock star," he said, recounting his desire to experience life to the fullest without overspending on material possessions.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Building Wealth Through Smarter Investments</h2>
Cuban's conservative investing strategy paid off. By the time he cofounded Audionet (later Broadcast.com) in 1995, he had enough financial security to take on riskier ventures. When <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/10/41234173/how-mark-cuban-turned-broadcast-com-into-5-7b-sale-we-were-the-youtube-of-our-day">Broadcast.com</a> was sold to Yahoo for $5.7 billion in 1999, Cuban became a billionaire.
This newfound wealth gave him the freedom to shift his strategy. While he began taking calculated risks as an investor – famously on ABC's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42598787/i-sold-my-home-and-liquidated-my-401k-entrepreneur-snags-150k-shark-tank-deal-after-beating-stage-3-cancer-and-raising-1-1m">Shark Tank</a> – he never abandoned his core principle of living below his means.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lessons for Young Investors</h2>
Cuban's early approach to wealth preservation aligns with expert advice for those just starting their financial journeys. While young investors are often encouraged to take calculated risks, Cuban's story highlights the importance of balancing ambition with discipline.
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman spoke at the Fortune Global Forum 2024 and advised young investors to experiment with small amounts of money to learn about the stock market before diving into larger risks. Cuban echoes this sentiment through his actions, proving that thoughtful, patient investing can provide a strong foundation for future opportunities.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From Student Living to Making an Impact</h2>
Today, Cuban's focus has shifted. No longer concerned with personal wealth accumulation, he dedicates his time to ventures like his pharmaceutical startup, Cost Plus Drugs, which aims to make prescription medications more affordable. "I think less about making money and more about direction and f&#8212;ing things up to benefit as many Americans as I can," he told CNBC.
Cuban's journey from frugal beginnings to financial success is a testament to the power of discipline, thoughtful investing and living within one's means – lessons that resonate across generations.
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Performance Food Gr's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFGC#NYSE">PFGC</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.41% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.66 million shares sold short, which is 2.44% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.19 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>Performance Food Gr Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735845320_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Performance Food Gr has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Performance Food Gr'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>, Performance Food Gr's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.45%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Looking Into Performance Food Gr's Recent Short Interest

SEALSQ's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAES#NYSE">LAES</a>) short percent of float has risen 41.61% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.00 million shares sold short, which is 12.66% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 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>SEALSQ Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735845315_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for SEALSQ has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing SEALSQ'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>, SEALSQ's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.10%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Looking Into SEALSQ's Recent Short Interest

Builders FirstSource's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLDR#NYSE">BLDR</a>) short percent of float has risen 22.67% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.59 million shares sold short, which is 3.03% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.46 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>Builders FirstSource Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735845310_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Builders FirstSource has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Builders FirstSource'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>, Builders FirstSource's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.48%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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How Is The Market Feeling About Builders FirstSource?

Fubotv Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUBO#NYSE">FUBO</a>) shares are moving higher Thursday. After becoming oversold, the recent downtrend may have ended. A new uptrend may be forming.
Our team of technical analysts has made it our Stock of the Day.
The term oversold refers to a stock's momentum. Momentum is a measurement of the distance it has moved between time period A and time period B.
There are dozens if not hundreds of ways to measure momentum. These are called momentum indicators or oscillators.
Many new traders put a large number of these indicators on their charts. They think that more is better and they will have a good chance of identifying low-risk trading ideas.
But it may make sense to only use two or three of these indicators, master them and learn their nuances. For example, the lower part of the chart is the Relative Strength Index (RSI) momentum indicator.
Indicators usually have default settings. The default of the RSI is to measure the amount a stock has moved over 14 time periods.
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Between time period A and time period B, 14 days later, a stock may make a huge move up or down and then reverse and end up at the same price the measurement started at. Because RSI measures the difference between the prices between A and B, it will not account for these large movements.
This means the indicator may show a stock's momentum to be neutral when it is actually overbought or oversold.
RSI also has thresholds to identify overbought or oversold conditions. The default threshold for being overbought is exceeding the 70 level on the right side of the chart. The default setting for being oversold is when RSI drops to 30 or below.
Sometimes, the default settings can provide accurate signals. But sometimes traders can use different settings to obtain better results.
As you can see on the chart, when the RSI for Fubotv drops to 35, it is oversold. Since May each time this happened was a good time to buy. The RSI never reached 30. If a trader used the default settings, they would have missed these trades.
The &#8220;personality&#8221; of Fubotv is to be oversold when RSI reaches 35.
Instead of using a large number of momentum indicators, a trader may have better results if they only use a few and learn their nuances. The chart of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FUBO">Fubotv</a> is a good illustration of this.
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U.S. stocks traded lower toward the end of trading, with the Dow Jones index falling over 300 points on Thursday.
The Dow traded down 0.79% to 42,208.88 while the NASDAQ fell 0.89% to 19,138.50. The S&amp;P 500 also fell, dropping, 0.79% to 5,834.99.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Energy shares rose by 1% on Thursday.
In trading on Thursday, real estate shares fell by 1.7%.
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<li>Carmell Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTCX#NASDAQ">CTCX</a>) shares shot up 187% to $0.80 after the company announced an agreement to acquire Elevai Skincare.</li>
<li>Shares of N2OFF, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NITO#NASDAQ">NITO</a>)got a boost, surging 335% to $1.08 after the company announced its joint venture with Soltera Renewable Energy obtained approval for a 111 MWp solar PV project in Meltz, Germany.</li>
<li>Unity Software Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>) shares were also up, gaining 7% to $24.05 on the heels of a new post from meme stock trader Keith Gill, also known as &#8220;Roaring Kitty." Gill's latest post on X has sparked speculation that the trader could be planning to invest in shares of Unity Software.</li>
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Equities Trading DOWN
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<li>Neumora Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMRA#NASDAQ">NMRA</a>) shares dropped 81% to $2.00 after the company announced its Phase 3 KOASTAL study did not demonstrate statistically significant improvement on its primary endpoint.</li>
<li>Shares of Kodiak Sciences Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOD#NASDAQ">KOD</a>) were down 12% to $8.78.</li>
<li>Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) was down, falling 7% to $377.36 following fourth-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b42764219/tesla-fourth-quarter-2024-production-deliveries-deployments">production and delivery figure</a>s. Tesla said it produced 459,445 vehicles in the fourth quarter and delivered 495,570 vehicles. For comparison, Tesla reported production of 494,989 vehicles and 484,507 deliveries in the fourth quarter of 2023.</li>
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Commodities In commodity news, oil traded up 2% to $73.15 while gold traded up 1% at $2,667.20.
Silver traded up 2.2% to $29.900 on Thursday, while copper fell 0.1% to $4.0250.
Euro zone
European shares were higher today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 rose 0.60%, Germany's DAX 40 gained 0.58% and France's CAC 40 rose 0.18%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index rose 0.71%, while London's FTSE 100 rose 1.07%.
Asia Pacific Markets
Asian markets closed mixed on Thursday, with China's Shanghai Composite Index falling 2.66%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index dipping 2.18% and India's BSE Sensex gaining 1.83%.
Economics
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<li>U.S. initial jobless claims fell by 9,000 from the previous week to a reading of 211,000 in the final week of 2024, and versus market estimates of 222,000.</li>
<li>The S&amp;P Global manufacturing PMI declined to 49.4 in December compared to 49.7 in the prior month, and versus a revised preliminary reading of 48.3.</li>
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During the last three months, 18 analysts shared their evaluations of Comcast (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<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">9</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $49.38, a high estimate of $60.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. This current average reflects an increase of 1.75% from the previous average price target of $48.53. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735844451_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Comcast is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<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>Alan Gould</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Swinburne</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Joyce</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Nollen</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Barton Crockett</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kannan Venkateshwar</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Cahall</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Nispel</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Wlodarczak</td>
<td>Pivotal Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregory Williams</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Kraft</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Nollen</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$47.75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$47.75</td>
<td>$47.25</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 Comcast. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Comcast compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Comcast's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMCSA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Comcast analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Comcast</h2>
Comcast is made up of three parts. The core cable business owns networks capable of providing television, internet access, and phone services to 63 million US homes and businesses, or nearly half of the country. About 50% of the locations in this territory subscribe to at least one Comcast service. Comcast acquired NBCUniversal from General Electric in 2011. NBCU owns several cable networks, including CNBC, MSNBC, and USA, the NBC network, the Peacock streaming platform, several local NBC affiliates, Universal Studios, and several theme parks. Sky, acquired in 2018, is a large television provider in the UK and has invested heavily in proprietary content to build this position. Sky is also a large pay-television provider in Italy and has a presence in Germany and Austria.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Comcast's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Comcast showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 6.49% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Comcast's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 11.32% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Comcast's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.29%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.36%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Comcast's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.18, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
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Assessing Comcast: Insights From 18 Financial Analysts

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 13 analysts have published ratings on SoFi Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<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">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">3</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $11.85, along with a high estimate of $16.00 and a low estimate of $7.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 20.8% increase from the previous average price target of $9.81.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735844441_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive SoFi Techs is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<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>Timothy Switzer</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Adelson</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mihir Bhatia</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reginald Smith</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Dolev</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Chiodo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terry Ma</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ng</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$8.50</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Dolev</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Hecht</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Dolev</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timothy Switzer</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$7.00</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 SoFi Techs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of SoFi Techs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of SoFi Techs's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into SoFi Techs's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SOFI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on SoFi Techs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into SoFi Techs's Background</h2>
SoFi is a financial-services company that was founded in 2011 and is based in San Francisco. Initially known for its student loan refinancing business, the company has expanded its product offerings to include personal loans, credit cards, mortgages, investment accounts, banking services, and financial planning. The company intends to be a one-stop shop for its clients' finances and operates solely through its mobile app and website. Through its acquisition of Galileo in 2020, the company also offers payment and account services for debit cards and digital banking.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of SoFi Techs</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: SoFi Techs displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 29.15%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: SoFi Techs's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 8.76%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 1.01%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.18%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: SoFi Techs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.54, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Analyst Expectations For SoFi Techs's Future

During the last three months, 4 analysts shared their evaluations of COPT Defense (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDP#NYSE">CDP</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding 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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $35.5, with a high estimate of $38.00 and a low estimate of $33.00. Observing a 5.97% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $33.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735844434_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive COPT Defense is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<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>Peter Abramowitz</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Catherwood</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to COPT Defense. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of COPT Defense compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for COPT Defense's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of COPT Defense's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into COPT Defense's Background</h2>
COPT Defense Properties is a real estate investment trust that acquires, manages, and leases office and data center properties throughout the U.S. The majority of the company's real estate portfolio is composed of office buildings in the Baltimore-Washington Corridor and Northern Virginia area. COPT derives nearly all of its income in the form of rental revenue from tenants. Most of the company's revenue comes from the leasing of properties to U.S. Government agencies and its contractors in the national security, defense, and IT sectors, such as Northrop Grumman and Boeing. Regional offices in urban submarkets make also make up a sizable percentage of COPT's total square footage.
<h3>COPT Defense: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: COPT Defense displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 12.26%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: COPT Defense's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 19.0%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): COPT Defense's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 2.42%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): COPT Defense's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.85% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: COPT Defense's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.63. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
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What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About COPT Defense

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Enovix. Our analysis of options history for Enovix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENVX#NASDAQ">ENVX</a>) revealed 17 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 29% of traders were bullish, while 52% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $190,289, and 13 were calls, valued at $439,740.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $5.0 to $32.0 for Enovix over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Enovix's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Enovix's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $5.0 to $32.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Enovix 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735844434_0_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$63.7K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$50.5K</td>
<td>431</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
<td>$46.2K</td>
<td>11.4K</td>
<td align="right">140</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td>564</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$40.4K</td>
<td>7.0K</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Enovix</h3>
Enovix Corp is engaged in the business of advanced silicon-anode lithium-ion battery development and production. It is also developing its 3D cell technology and production process for the electric vehicle and energy storage markets to help enable the widespread utilization of renewable energy.
In light of the recent options history for Enovix, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Enovix's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 5,586,163, the price of ENVX is up 1.2% at $11.0. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 47 days.</li>
</ul>
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Spotlight on Enovix: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on IREN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IREN#NASDAQ">IREN</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with IREN, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 23 uncommon options trades for IREN.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 56% bullish and 43%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $93,435, and 20 are calls, for a total amount of $1,123,681.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $6.0 to $20.0 for IREN during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for IREN's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across IREN's significant trades, within a strike price range of $6.0 to $20.0, over the past month.
<h3>IREN 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735844429_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>IREN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$0.93</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$210.3K</td>
<td>10.8K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IREN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.04</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>$1.04</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$103.3K</td>
<td>10.8K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IREN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$84.5K</td>
<td>10.8K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IREN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.8</td>
<td>$0.8</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$78.3K</td>
<td>23.9K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IREN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>$0.71</td>
<td>$0.71</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$71.0K</td>
<td>23.9K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About IREN</h3>
IREN Ltd is engaged in data center business powering the future of Bitcoin, AI and beyond utilizing renewable energy.
<h3>Where Is IREN Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 8,959,968, the price of IREN is up by 5.4%, reaching $10.35.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 42 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On IREN</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $18.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Macquarie persists with their Outperform rating on IREN, maintaining a target price of $19. 
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&#x2A; An analyst from B. Riley Securities persists with their Buy rating on IREN, maintaining a target price of $16. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jones Trading has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $22. 
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