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Mayville Engineering Co Inc is involved in a manufacturing partner that provides a broad range of prototyping and tooling, production fabrication, coating, assembly, and aftermarket components. Its customers operate in diverse end markets, including heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles, construction, power sports, agriculture, military, and other end markets. Its services comprise stamping, shearing, fiber laser cutting, forming, drilling, tapping, grinding, tube bending, machining, welding, assembly and logistic services.

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<p>Shares of major healthcare companies such as<strong> The Cigna Group Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>), <strong>Molina Healthcare Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOH#NYSE">MOH</a>) and <strong>UnitedHealth Group Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>) dropped Wednesday following the signing of an executive order by President <strong>Donald Trump</strong> aimed at strengthening price transparency regulations <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/25/02/43981978/10-health-care-stocks-whale-activity-in-todays-session">in the industry.</a></p>
<p><strong>What To Know: </strong>The order, signed on Feb. 25, directs federal agencies, including the Departments of Treasury, Labor and Health and Human Services, to enforce and expand a 2019 rule that requires hospitals and insurers to publicly disclose the actual costs of medical services. This initiative seeks to eliminate price secrecy and provide consumers with clearer information on healthcare expenses according to Reuters.</p>
<p>The original 2019 rule required hospitals to display pricing information for up to 300 shoppable services in a consumer-friendly format and maintain a machine-readable file of negotiated rates for every service provided. Additionally, health insurance companies were mandated to disclose their negotiated rates with healthcare providers, their out-of-network payments, and the actual costs they or their pharmacy benefit managers pay for prescription drugs.</p>
<p>The renewed push for transparency has raised concerns among investors that stricter enforcement could impact revenue streams for hospitals and insurers. With healthcare companies required to publish actual prices rather than estimates, there is speculation that insurers may face increased pressure to negotiate lower rates with providers, potentially affecting profit margins. </p>
<p><strong>Price Action: </strong>The Cigna Group shares were down 2.27% to $306.77, Molina Healthcare shares dropped 7.95% to $281.65 and UnitedHealth Group shares declined 1.89% to $461.50 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Siyata Mobile, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYTA#NASDAQ">SYTA</a>) stock is moving higher on Wednesday after the company announced it will acquire<strong> Core Gaming</strong>. This is what you <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43970143">need to know</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What To Know:</strong> Siyata will acquire Core by issuing shares valued at $160 million, with legacy Siyata shareholders guaranteed at least a 10% stake in the combined company.</p>
<p>Core is a global gaming developer and publisher with a portfolio consisting of over 2,000 casual mobile games. In the 2024 fiscal year, the company reported unaudited gross revenues of approximately $80 million and provided a positive outlook for future growth.</p>
<p>The current CEO of Siyata,<strong> Marc Seelenfreund</strong>, will step down, and <strong>Aitan Zacharin</strong>, the current CEO of Core, will lead the combined company. Seelenfreund will take charge of a newly formed Push-To-Talk-focused subsidiary.</p>
<p>&#8220;Today&#8217;s announcement is the product of an exhaustive assessment of numerous strategic alternatives for Siyata over the past several months. Core Gaming possesses all of the qualities we look for in a merger partner &#8211; strong business fundamentals, excellent management and opportunities for outsized growth. We could not be more excited to partner with Core Gaming and unlock value for our shareholders,&#8221; said Seelenfreund.</p>
<p>The merger is expected to be completed in the 2025 second quarter, subject to regulatory approval.</p>
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<p><strong>SYTA Price Action:</strong> At the time of writing, Siyata stock is trading 15.7% higher at $4.05, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Arista Networks</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Arista Networks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) we detected 59 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 47% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 38% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 14 are puts, for a total amount of $993,243 and 45, calls, for a total amount of $3,303,269.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $60.0 to $175.0 for Arista Networks over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Arista Networks's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Arista Networks's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $60.0 to $175.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Arista Networks Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740601847_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$15.2</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$87.50</td>
<td>$306.0K</td>
<td>741</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$13.4</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$270.0K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">418</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$270.0K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">218</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$25.7</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$25.1</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$251.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">122</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$43.3</td>
<td>$43.0</td>
<td>$43.0</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$172.0K</td>
<td>20</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Arista Networks</h3>
<p>Arista Networks is a networking equipment provider that primarily sells Ethernet switches and software to data centers. Its marquee product is its extensible operating system, or EOS, that runs a single image across every single one of its devices. The firm operates as one reportable segment. It has steadily gained market share since its founding in 2004, with a focus on high-speed applications. Arista counts Microsoft and Meta Platforms as its largest customers and derives roughly three quarters of its sales from North America.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Arista Networks</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 8,747,630, with ANET's price up by 3.43%, positioned at $96.07.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 69 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Arista Networks</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $119.4.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Needham downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $145.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Overweight rating on Arista Networks with a target price of $125.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Rosenblatt continues to hold a Sell rating for Arista Networks, targeting a price of $80.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Citigroup keeps a Buy rating on Arista Networks with a target price of $121.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Arista Networks, maintaining a target price of $126. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Arista Networks options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Shopify</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Shopify (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOP#NYSE">SHOP</a>) we detected 28 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 50% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 46% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 13 are puts, for a total amount of $938,152 and 15, calls, for a total amount of $632,166.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $50.0 and $145.0 for Shopify, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Shopify's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Shopify's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $50.0 to $145.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Shopify Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740601841_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SHOP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.28</td>
<td>$2.16</td>
<td>$2.16</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$196.1K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">964</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SHOP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$13.85</td>
<td>$13.75</td>
<td>$13.75</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$115.5K</td>
<td>823</td>
<td align="right">85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SHOP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.5K</td>
<td>202</td>
<td align="right">279</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SHOP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$82.6K</td>
<td>228</td>
<td align="right">116</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SHOP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$82.4K</td>
<td>202</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Shopify</h3>
<p>Shopify offers an e-commerce platform primarily to small and medium-size businesses. The firm has two segments. The subscription solutions segment allows Shopify merchants to conduct e-commerce on a variety of platforms, including the company's website, physical stores, pop-up stores, kiosks, social networks (Facebook), and Amazon. The merchant solutions segment offers add-on products for the platform that facilitate e-commerce and include Shopify Payments, Shopify Shipping, and Shopify Capital.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Shopify, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Shopify</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,489,391, the SHOP's price is up by 2.05%, now at $113.22. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 70 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Shopify</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $123.6.</p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for Shopify, targeting a price of $124.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Shopify, targeting a price of $104.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Neutral rating on Shopify with a target price of $125.<br />
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $120.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital persists with their Outperform rating on Shopify, maintaining a target price of $145. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Shopify with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


SHOP

Shopify Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>PepsiCo</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) we detected 18 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 72% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 22% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $203,663 and 13, calls, for a total amount of $583,298.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $135.0 to $175.0 for PepsiCo over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for PepsiCo's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across PepsiCo's significant trades, within a strike price range of $135.0 to $175.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>PepsiCo Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740601836_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.0</td>
<td>$13.0</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$100.1K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$67.1K</td>
<td>179</td>
<td align="right">120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$67.0K</td>
<td>382</td>
<td align="right">207</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$50.9K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$48.2K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">88</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About PepsiCo</h3>
<p>PepsiCo is a global leader in snacks and beverages, owning well-known household brands including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lay's, Cheetos, and Doritos, among others. The company dominates the global savory snacks market and also ranks as the second-largest beverage provider in the world (behind Coca-Cola) with diversified exposure to carbonated soft drinks, or CSD, as well as water, sports, and energy drink offerings. Convenience foods account for approximately 55% of its total revenue, with beverages making up the rest. Pepsi owns the bulk of its manufacturing and distribution capacity in the US and overseas. International markets made up 40% of both total sales and operating profits in 2024.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of PepsiCo, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Current Position of PepsiCo</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,765,515, the price of PEP is down by -2.97%, reaching $151.77.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 55 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for PepsiCo</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $164.8.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on PepsiCo, which currently sits at a price target of $170.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for PepsiCo, targeting a price of $153.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has decided to maintain their Buy rating on PepsiCo, which currently sits at a price target of $171.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its rating to Sector Perform, setting a price target of $172.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on PepsiCo, maintaining a target price of $158. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for PepsiCo, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


PepsiCo Unusual Options Activity

<p>President <strong>Donald Trump</strong> issued plans Wednesday to cut taxes for domestic oil and gas producers while allowing full expense deductions for new factory construction, aiming to boost production and lower consumer costs.</p>
<p>&#8220;As long as you invest in America, build in America, and hire in America, that means that I&#8217;m fighting for you,&#8221; <a href="https://x.com/RSBNetwork/status/1892360809164001757">Trump told </a>&nbsp;a conference hosted by Saudi Arabia&#8217;s sovereign wealth fund held in Miami.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The initiative <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43770088/expert-warns-gas-prices-could-surge-another-45-cents-in-some-states-is-yours-one-of-them">comes as gas prices continue climbing</a>. The national average for regular gasoline reached $3.165 per gallon Thursday, up from $3.125 a month ago, with California leading at $4.849, <a href="https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=CA">AAA data shows</a>.</p>
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<p>Industry analysts expect further increases. &#8220;Gas Prices continue to inch up thanks to seasonality and refinery snags out west,&#8221;<strong> Patrick De Haan</strong>, head of petroleum analysis at <strong>GasBuddy</strong>,<a href="https://x.com/GasBuddyGuy/status/1892240480068378871"> wrote on X</a>. He said prices could rise another &#8220;15-55 cents over the next 8 weeks.&#8221;</p>
<p>While increased domestic production could potentially lower costs, experts note several complications. U.S. oil companies have shown reluctance to boost output, citing unfavorable global prices. Limited refining capacity may also constrain benefits from additional crude oil production.</p>
<p>&#8220;While there may be a desire for more refineries, good luck convincing a refiner that their hayday is still coming&#8230; and to invest billions in building new capacity,&#8221; De Haan <a href="https://x.com/GasBuddyGuy/status/1892239960536694968">said in another post on X</a>.</p>
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<p>The administration&#8217;s delayed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/43353698/trump-slaps-25-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-loonie-peso-slide-oil-climbs">recent 25% tariff on Canadian imports</a> and 10% charge on natural gas and oil could offset tax cut benefits by raising production costs that companies may pass to consumers.</p>
<p>&#8220;Price is defined by supply and demand—unless stronger forces like government policies and control outweigh market forces,&#8221; <strong>Karl Brauer</strong>, executive analyst at <strong>iSeeCars.com</strong>, <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-moves-stop-rising-gas-prices-2033564">told Newsweek</a>.</p>
<p>Trump&#8217;s broader tax cut plans include eliminating taxes on tips and Social Security benefits. He also <a href="https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/trump-to-announce-range-of-tariffs-over-the-next-month-or-sooner/3487378">said at the Miami conference</a> that he would increase Strategic Petroleum Reserve stockpiles, saying, &#8220;The world runs on low-cost energy, and energy-producing nations like us have nothing to apologize for.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Energy Information Administration <a href="https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=62624">reported</a> over the summer that U.S. refining capacity remains below pre-pandemic peaks despite increases in 2023 and 2024, following declines in 2021 and 2022.</p>
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<p>Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.82% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.02%. Currently, Norfolk Southern has a market capitalization of $54.98 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In NSC:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of NSC stock 20 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$9,856.56</strong> today based on a price of $242.80 for NSC at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Norfolk Southern's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740601811_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Trading Ideas

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Norfolk Southern 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

<p><strong>Eyenovia, Inc</strong>. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EYEN#NASDAQ">EYEN</a>) shares are trading higher Wednesday after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43908658/eyenovia-inc-announces-debt-restructuring-including-amendment-to-senior-secured-debt-improving-cas">announced</a> it had regained compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements. </p>
<p><strong>What To Know: </strong>The ophthalmic technology company confirmed that it now meets all Nasdaq Capital Market continued listing requirements, including the minimum bid price and low-priced stocks rules.</p>
<p>The company attributed this achievement to a recent reverse stock split, which helped boost its share price above the required threshold. CEO <strong>Michael Rowe</strong> emphasized that maintaining the Nasdaq listing, ongoing restructuring efforts and the development of the user-filled Optejet device, marks an important milestone for Eyenovia as it explores strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value.</p>
<p><strong>EYEN Price Action</strong>: Eyenovia shares were up 26.5% at $1.91 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022625&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="533" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/26141528/Screenshot-2025-02-26-at-14.15.01-1024x533.png" alt="" class="wp-image-800119" style="width:439px;height:auto" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/26141528/Screenshot-2025-02-26-at-14.15.01-1024x533.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/26141528/Screenshot-2025-02-26-at-14.15.01-300x156.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/26141528/Screenshot-2025-02-26-at-14.15.01-768x400.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/26141528/Screenshot-2025-02-26-at-14.15.01.png 1518w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure></p>
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EYEN

Eyenovia Shares Surge After Regaining Nasdaq Compliance: What's Going On?

<p>Space company<strong> Rocket Lab USA Inc</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>) is expected to report record quarterly financial results when the company reports fourth-quarter financial results after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">market close Thursday.</a></p>
<p>Here's a look at the analyst earnings estimates and key items to watch.</p>
<p><strong>Earnings Estimates:</strong> Analysts expect Rocket Lab to report fourth-quarter revenue of $130.6 million, up from $60 million in last year's fourth quarter, according to data <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022625&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p>The company has beaten analyst estimates for revenue in two straight quarters and eight of the last 10 quarters overall. Hitting analyst guidance would mark a new company record and be the third straight quarter with $100 million or more in revenue.</p>
<p>Analysts expect the company to report a loss of 10 cents per share in the fourth quarter. That&#8217;s in line with last year's fourth-quarter total of a loss of 10 cents per share. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in three straight quarters and four of the last five quarters.</p>
<p>Guidance<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/41922070/rocket-lab-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-continued-strong-demand-growth-multi-launch-agreement-air-force-award-and-more"> from the company</a> calls for fourth-quarter revenue to be in a range of $125 million to $135 million.</p>
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<p><strong>Key Items to Watch:</strong> Rocket Lab has reported several milestones and contract awards since its third-quarter financial results, which puts a big spotlight on the company, which is one of several publicly traded space stocks enjoying a strong 52 weeks.</p>
<p>The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43912110/rocket-lab-achieves-critical-design-review-for-us-space-force-mission">recently announced</a> it achieved critical design for a US Space Force Mission.</p>
<p>Rocket Lab also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43807615/fasten-your-space-belts-rocket-lab-expands-blacksky-partnership-with-60th-electron-mission-launch">completed its 60<sup>th</sup></a> Electron launch in February, delivering BlackSky's Gen-3 satellite into orbit.</p>
<p>The company will likely highlight some of these recent contract wins and mission milestones completed in the fourth quarter and the current first quarter.</p>
<p>Investors and analysts will be looking for an update on the company's backlog and timeline for future launches on some of the bigger revenue-driving programs.</p>
<p>"In the third quarter 2024, we once again executed against our end-to-end space strategy with success and key achievements reached across small and medium launch, as well as space systems," Rocket Lab founder and CEO<strong> Peter Beck </strong>said previously.</p>
<p>Rocket Lab's backlog was $1.05 billion at the end of the third quarter. </p>
<p>After the third quarter results, Rocket Lab announced a satellite deal for an unnamed client. Investors remain curious about who that client might be. They&#8217;ll also be looking to see if Rocket Lab uses its earnings day to announce new items.</p>
<p>Analysts raised price targets on the stock ahead of the earnings report. Here are the recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RKLB/analyst-ratings">analyst ratings on Rocket Lab</a> and their price targets: </p>
<ul>
<li>KeyBanc: Maintained Overweight rating, raised price target from $27 to $32</li>
<li>Citigroup: Maintained Buy rating, raised price target from $22 to $35 </li>
<li>Goldman Sachs: Maintained Neutral rating, raised price target from $12 to $13.50 </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Price Action</strong>: Rocket Lab stock is up 2.8% to $20.85 on Wednesday, versus a 52-week trading range of $3.47 to $33.34. Rocket Lab stock is down 17% year-to-date in 2025, while shares are up over 350% in the last year.</p>
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SPACE

Previews

RKLB

Rocket Lab Q4 Earnings Preview: Contract Wins, Mission Milestones, Backlog Top Items To Watch

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</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 KO usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 17 extraordinary options activities for Coca-Cola. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 47% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 8 are puts, totaling $399,736, and 9 are calls, amounting to $417,556.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $67.5 to $80.0 for Coca-Cola over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Coca-Cola's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Coca-Cola's significant trades, within a strike price range of $67.5 to $80.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Coca-Cola Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600979_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>KO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$90.2K</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$75.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>505</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>$1.43</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$71.5K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$70.5K</td>
<td>14.1K</td>
<td>219</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.32</td>
<td>$1.36</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$68.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Coca-Cola</h3>
<p>Founded in 1886, Atlanta-headquartered Coca-Cola is the world's largest nonalcoholic beverage company, with a strong portfolio of 200 brands covering key categories including carbonated soft drinks, water, sports, energy, juice, and coffee. Together with bottlers and distribution partners, the company sells finished beverage products bearing Coca-Cola and licensed brands through retailers and food-service locations in more than 200 countries and regions globally. Coca-Cola generates around two thirds of its total revenue overseas, with a significant portion from emerging economies in Latin America and Asia-Pacific.</p>
<h3>Where Is Coca-Cola Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 8,567,058, the price of KO is down -0.67% at $71.01. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 62 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Coca-Cola</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $75.0.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Coca-Cola, maintaining a target price of $78.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies upgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $75.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on Coca-Cola with a target price of $75.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Coca-Cola, which currently sits at a price target of $78.<br />
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Outperform with a new price target of $69.</p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Coca-Cola, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


A Closer Look at Coca-Cola's Options Market Dynamics

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Confluent</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFLT#NASDAQ">CFLT</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with CFLT, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 23 uncommon options trades for Confluent.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 47% bullish and 47%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $675,220, and 21 are calls, for a total amount of $1,344,786.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $28.0 and $40.0 for Confluent, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Confluent stands at 1665.57, with a total volume reaching 41,184.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Confluent, situated within the strike price corridor from $28.0 to $40.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Confluent Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600974_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CFLT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.51</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$631.4K</td>
<td>63</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CFLT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$230.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CFLT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$209.7K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CFLT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$117.4K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CFLT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$88.7K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Confluent</h3>
<p>Confluent Inc provides a data streaming platform that enables customers to connect their applications, systems, and data layers and can be deployed as a fully managed cloud-native software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering. Its products include Confluent Cloud, a self-managed software offering, Confluent Platform, a managed service offering where the raw data resides inside a customer's cloud environment, and WarpStream, among others. Confluent also offers professional services and education services. The company generates revenue from the sale of subscriptions and services. Geographically, it generates a majority of its revenue from its business in the United States and the rest from International markets.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Confluent</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,314,441, the CFLT's price is up by 1.05%, now at $30.76. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 69 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Confluent</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $38.4.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Buy rating on Confluent, maintaining a target price of $40.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group persists with their Outperform rating on Confluent, maintaining a target price of $40.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham persists with their Buy rating on Confluent, maintaining a target price of $40.<br />
&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from UBS has upgraded their rating to Buy and adjusted the price target to $38.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Neutral rating on Confluent with a target price of $34. </p>
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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Estee Lauder Cos. Our analysis of options history for Estee Lauder Cos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EL#NYSE">EL</a>) revealed 9 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 44% of traders were bullish, while 44% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $1,444,222, and 5 were calls, valued at $203,730.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $70.0 to $105.0 for Estee Lauder Cos over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Estee Lauder Cos's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Estee Lauder Cos's significant trades, within a strike price range of $70.0 to $105.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Estee Lauder Cos Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600968_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$1.3M</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$51.6K</td>
<td>755</td>
<td>60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$45.1K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>230</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>101</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$32.3K</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>522</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Estee Lauder Cos</h3>
<p>Estee Lauder is a leader in the global prestige beauty market, participating across skin care (51% of fiscal 2024 sales), makeup (29%), fragrance (16%), and hair care (4%) categories, with top-selling brands such as Estee Lauder, Clinique, M.A.C, La Mer, Jo Malone London, Aveda, Bobbi Brown, and Origins. The firm operates in more than 150 countries, generating 30% of revenue from the Americas, 39% from Europe, the Middle East and Africa (including travel retail), and 31% from Asia-Pacific. Estee Lauder sells its products through department stores, travel retail, specialty multibrand beauty stores, brand-dedicated freestanding stores, e-commerce, salons/spas, and perfumeries.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Estee Lauder Cos, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Estee Lauder Cos's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,062,479, the price of EL is down by -2.08%, reaching $73.22.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 64 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Estee Lauder Cos</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $75.8.</p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Telsey Advisory Group continues to hold a Market Perform rating for Estee Lauder Cos, targeting a price of $76.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from DA Davidson has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Estee Lauder Cos, which currently sits at a price target of $81.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity keeps a Hold rating on Estee Lauder Cos with a target price of $70.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group persists with their Market Perform rating on Estee Lauder Cos, maintaining a target price of $76.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Estee Lauder Cos, which currently sits at a price target of $76. </p>
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Estee Lauder Cos's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

<p>Goldman Sachs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 10.2% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 24.82%. Currently, Goldman Sachs Gr has a market capitalization of $192.31 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In GS:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of GS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$294.22</strong> today based on a price of $616.31 for GS at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Goldman Sachs Gr's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600911_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
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<p><strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is continuing its price slide on Wednesday as President <strong>Donald Trump</strong> threatened 25 percent tariffs on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/02/43917713/us-lawmakers-demand-eu-clarify-big-tech-regulations-that-may-target-american-companies">the European Union</a>.</p>
<p>The apex crypto slid as low as $83,724 in the aftermath. The Financial Times on Wednesday <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/2f0288f6-3f6a-4334-b666-3f0122981842">reported</a> on the president&#8217;s remarks at the first cabinet meeting.</p>
<p>Trump said a decision has been made and will be announced &#8220;very soon,&#8221; with tariffs to be imposed &#8220;on cars and all other things.&#8221; </p>
<p>He further stated that the European Union was &#8220;formed to screw the United States&#8221; and, according to Trump, has &#8220;done a good job&#8221; of it,<strong> </strong>FT reported.</p>
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Cryptocurrency</strong></td>
<td><strong>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></td>
<td><strong>24-Hour Gains +/-</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>$84,250</td>
<td>-3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Ethereum</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td>$2,287</td>
<td>-5.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>XRP </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2.17</td>
<td>-1.5%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p></p></figure></p>
<p>The crypto market plunged following Trump&#8217;s remarks, wiping out over $470 million in long liquidations and dropping 3.7% in total market capitalization.</p>
<p>The news follows the biggest day of spot Bitcoin ETF outflows on Tuesday, with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43971058/bitcoin-languishes-below-88000-as-spot-etfs-see-1-billion-outflows-on-tuesday">over $1 billion</a> in combined net outflows.</p>
<p>Prominent Bitcoin critic <strong>Peter Schiff</strong> sees Trump as the catalyst for Bitcoin&#8217;s surge above $100,000 but predicts a reversal of the bull market. According to Schiff, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43982444/peter-schiff-bitcoins-rally-to-100000-is-repayment-by-trump-to-crypto-supporters-but-50000-may-be-on-the-cards">$50,000 per bitcoin</a> may be in the cards.</p>
<p>Market participants eagerly await the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/02/43981913/nvidia-earnings-on-deck-smci-regains-compliance-whats-driving-markets-wednesday">Nvidia earnings call</a> after market closure for a possible short-term reversal.</p>
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<p>&quot;Trian commends Solventum on the announced sale of its Purification &amp; Filtration business and believes this is an important first step in the Company&#39;s value creation journey. We believe that part of what attracted strategic interest at such a high valuation multiple was the division&#39;s differentiated technology and material science &ndash; attributes inherited from 3M which are present at Solventum&#39;s remaining businesses, and which we believe remain underappreciated by the market today.&quot;</p>
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<p>Thermo Fisher Also Commented &quot;Excluding Financing Costs, the Transaction Is Expected to Be Accretive by $0.28 in That Period. This Reflects the Very Strong Day One Cost Synergies When Solventum&#39;s Allocated Segment Costs Are Replaced by Lower Run Rate Costs Within Thermo Fisher.&quot;</p>
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<p>4 analysts have shared their evaluations of AdaptHealth (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AHCO#NASDAQ">AHCO</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for AdaptHealth, presenting an average target of $13.25, a high estimate of $14.00, and a low estimate of $11.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $12.00, the current average has increased by 10.42%.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600086_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive AdaptHealth. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Hendrix</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Macdonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Whit Mayo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to AdaptHealth. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of AdaptHealth compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for AdaptHealth's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of AdaptHealth's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AHCO/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on AdaptHealth analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
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<h2>Discovering AdaptHealth: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>AdaptHealth Corp is engaged in providing patient-centered, healthcare-at-home solutions including home medical equipment (HME), medical supplies, and related services. It focuses on providing; sleep therapy equipment, supplies, and related services (including CPAP and bi-PAP services) to individuals suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), medical devices and supplies to patients for the treatment of diabetes (including continuous glucose monitors (CGM and insulin pumps), home medical equipment to patients discharged from acute care and other facilities, oxygen and related chronic therapy services in the home, and other HME devices and supplies on behalf of chronically ill patients with wound care, urological, incontinence, ostomy and nutritional supply needs.</p>
<h3>AdaptHealth's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> AdaptHealth displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>2.38%</strong>. 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 Health Care sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> AdaptHealth's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>3.5%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.39%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> AdaptHealth's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>0.47%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> AdaptHealth's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>1.44</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
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<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
<p>Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.</p>
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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on e.l.f. Beauty. Our analysis of options history for e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELF#NYSE">ELF</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 12% of traders were bullish, while 75% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $327,355, and 5 were calls, valued at $381,481.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $35.0 to $105.0 for e.l.f. Beauty during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of e.l.f. Beauty stands at 397.4, with a total volume reaching 2,348.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in e.l.f. Beauty, situated within the strike price corridor from $35.0 to $105.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>e.l.f. Beauty 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600079_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ELF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$231.8K</td>
<td>319</td>
<td align="right">42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ELF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$134.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">783</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ELF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$40.1</td>
<td>$38.1</td>
<td>$38.1</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$102.8K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ELF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$68.6K</td>
<td>531</td>
<td align="right">147</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ELF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$17.95</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$59.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">82</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About e.l.f. Beauty</h3>
<p>e.l.f. Beauty Inc is a multi-brand beauty company that offers inclusive, accessible, clean, vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics and skin care products. The Company's mission is to make the best of beauty accessible to every eye, lip, face, and skin concern. The company offers cosmetic accessories for women which include eyeliner, mascara, false eyelashes, lipstick, the foundation for the face, moisturizer, cleanser, and other tools through its stores and e-commerce channels. The products that the company sells are marketed under the e.l.f. Cosmetics, W3LL PEOPLE and Keys Soulcare brands. It carries out sales within the US and internationally, out of which maximum revenue is generated from the US.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of e.l.f. Beauty, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of e.l.f. Beauty</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,065,615, the ELF's price is down by -1.06%, now at $72.03. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 84 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About e.l.f. Beauty</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $105.4.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from B. Riley Securities downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $90.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs persists with their Buy rating on e.l.f. Beauty, maintaining a target price of $142.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Hold rating on e.l.f. Beauty with a target price of $85.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Hold rating on e.l.f. Beauty with a target price of $105.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity continues to hold a Buy rating for e.l.f. Beauty, targeting a price of $105. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
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e.l.f. Beauty Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

<p>Webtoon Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBTN#NASDAQ">WBTN</a>) has been analyzed by 5 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">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><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $15.8, a high estimate of $25.00, and a low estimate of $10.00. This current average has decreased by 33.33% from the previous average price target of $23.70. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600074_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Webtoon Entertainment. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Cost</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Cost</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Webtoon Entertainment. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Webtoon Entertainment compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Webtoon Entertainment's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>To gain a panoramic view of Webtoon Entertainment's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WBTN/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on Webtoon Entertainment analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
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<h2>About Webtoon Entertainment</h2>
<p>Webtoon Entertainment Inc is a global storytelling platform where a vibrant community of creators and users discover, create and share new content. It has pioneered a cultural movement by revolutionizing the storytelling format and democratizing content creation and publication connecting 24 million creators with approximately 170 million monthly active users in over 150 countries around the world.</p>
<h3>Financial Insights: Webtoon Entertainment</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Webtoon Entertainment's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>9.49%</strong>. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of <strong>5.68%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Webtoon Entertainment's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of <strong>1.26%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Webtoon Entertainment's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of <strong>0.95%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Webtoon Entertainment's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of <strong>0.01</strong>.</p>
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
<p>Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.</p>
<p>In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.</p>
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<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


WBTN

Assessing Webtoon Entertainment: Insights From 5 Financial Analysts

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Moderna</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with MRNA, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 11 uncommon options trades for Moderna.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 63% bullish and 27%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $416,465, and 6 are calls, for a total amount of $243,109.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $25.0 to $180.0 for Moderna over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Moderna options trades today is 2801.22 with a total volume of 3,398.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Moderna's big money trades within a strike price range of $25.0 to $180.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Moderna 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740600074_0_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$210.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td align="right">700</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$74.0K</td>
<td>106</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$2.37</td>
<td>$2.19</td>
<td>$2.19</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.4K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">277</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$57.9K</td>
<td>106</td>
<td align="right">45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$49.4K</td>
<td>879</td>
<td align="right">900</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Moderna</h3>
<p>Moderna is a commercial-stage biotech that was founded in 2010 and had its initial public offering in December 2018. The firm's mRNA technology was rapidly validated with its covid vaccine, which was authorized in the United States in December 2020. Moderna had 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development as of September 2024. Programs span a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and rare genetic diseases.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Moderna, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Moderna</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,514,474, the MRNA's price is up by 0.12%, now at $33.32. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 64 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Moderna</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $49.6.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has revised its rating downward to Equal-Weight, adjusting the price target to $45.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Buy rating on Moderna with a target price of $78.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Goldman Sachs downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $51.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Sector Perform with a price target of $40.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Underperform rating for Moderna, targeting a price of $34. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Moderna with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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