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A leading European pharmaceutical firm specializing in plant-derived medications, MGC Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (LSE: MXC), (ASX: MXC), (OTC: MGCLF) has successfully imported and delivered its ground-breaking Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP), CannEpil, to its first patients in the United Kingdom.

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Idaho, the last U.S. state to legalize industrial hemp in April 2021, has significant potential to become a national leader in hemp cultivation. 
However, restrictive regulations are slowing the industry's growth, leaving farmers frustrated and cautious.
"Everyone&#8217;s nervous that it&#8217;s marijuana, or that it&#8217;s weed, or it&#8217;s a stepping stone to weed, but it&#8217;s a stepping stone to industrial building," said Triston Sponseller, one of Idaho's largest hemp farmers in an <a href="https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/agriculture/inside-ag/inside-ag-idaho-could-thrive-hemp-growing-giant-weed-out-restrictions/277-dd47e4aa-d290-476e-9f62-f9b11ab48790">article</a> by Hunter Frank on KTVB7. 
His operations in Roberts focus on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/23/01/30577461/we-need-hemp-based-fiber-food-and-building-materials-not-just-cbd-says-industry-report">hemp fiber</a>, showcasing the crop's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40418137/industrial-hemps-14b-projected-growth-an-investment-opportunity-too-good-to-miss">industrial applications</a> rather than THC or CBD production.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Navigating Stringent Regulations</h3>
Idaho's hemp laws mandate that crops test below 0.3% THC. 
This year, Sponseller's crop tested at 0.8%, forcing him to remove seed heads and bear the cost. 
Like others, he used certified seeds that passed in other states but failed Idaho's stricter requirements. Under the state's "three strikes" rule, farmers exceeding THC limits three times in five years are banned from growing hemp for another five years.
"It was certified when it came from overseas, and it didn&#8217;t go hot in Colorado," Sponseller explained, emphasizing the challenges of complying with Idaho's rules. Testing and remediation costs further deter expansion. "I can&#8217;t grow 2,000 acres of hemp and afford 20, 30 different tests for each field," he added.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Promise Of Hemp In Idaho</h3>
Despite the hurdles, hemp farming in Idaho has quadrupled in acreage since 2022, according to the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA).
Farmers like Sponseller say they&#8217;re optimistic, pointing to hemp's versatility, water efficiency and benefits to soil health. At Sponseller's Rexburg facility, hemp stalks are processed into materials like insulation, paper, and landscaping products.
"For being a plant grown in a field, it&#8217;s impressive how strong it is; just its natural qualities," Sponseller said.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Call For Change</h3>
Idaho&#8217;s hemp cultivators plan to lobby lawmakers this winter to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40833963/expert-calls-for-a-united-hemp-and-cannabis-front-industries-should-collaborate-and-push-for-fed">ease regulations</a>, which could unlock hemp's potential to create jobs and boost the state&#8217;s economy. "Idaho has the highest restrictions in terms of remediation in probably most of the states in the U.S.," Sponseller said, noting that reforms could help farmers scale operations and attract manufacturing.
While progress is slow, he remains hopeful. "It&#8217;s new and it&#8217;s evolving, but it is moving forward." 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Proposed Farm Bill Changes </h3>
A recent new proposal from Senate Agriculture Chair Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) in the 2024 Farm Bill could significantly alter the regulatory landscape for hemp farmers, but in the opposite direction Sponseller is fighting for. 
Released Monday, the bill redefines THC regulations, replacing Delta-9 THC with total THC, explicitly including THC-A in the calculation. While maintaining the 0.3% THC threshold, the method for measurement is revised, creating a stricter environment for industrial hemp but preserving low-THC product pathways, such as CBD.
This change contrasts with the House Agriculture Committee&#8217;s version, which sought a complete ban on THC in hemp products. 
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The outspoken economist, author and podcast host Peter Schiff has long been a lightning rod for debate. Known for his bold predictions and contrarian views, Schiff recently sat down with CEO.CA to discuss the U.S. economy, inflation and his ongoing criticism of Bitcoin. His perspective, as always, was sharp and unapologetically critical of current economic policies.
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Schiff argues that the U.S. economy has been in a bubble for decades. "What's been going on is that the government has been sustaining a bubble economy," Schiff stated. "It really took hold with Bush, reacting to the bursting of the dot-com bubble in 2001. Reckless policies have continued for over 20 years." According to Schiff, this pattern of debt-driven consumption has left the economy in an unsustainable state.
He elaborates that the Federal Reserve's monetary policies and unchecked fiscal deficits have propped up this bubble economy. "The whole economy is built on debt and consumption and it's going to implode because it's unsustainable," he said.
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Why Bitcoin Doesn't Make the Cut
Schiff's skepticism toward Bitcoin remains firm. He <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40318568/mark-cuban-says-to-get-rich-invest-10-of-savings-in-high-risk-investments-but-if-its-bitcoin-thr">dismisses the cryptocurrency as "fool's gold</a>," designed to mimic some of gold's monetary properties but lacking its intrinsic value.
"People think that I don't own Bitcoin because I don't understand it," Schiff quipped. "No, I understand it precisely. That's why I don't own it. It's the people who own it that don't understand it – that's why they own it."
Schiff criticizes <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/03/37513063/warren-buffett-says-he-wouldnt-pay-25-for-all-the-bitcoin-in-the-world-he-considers-crypto-rat-poiso">Bitcoin for being nothing more than a speculative asset</a>. "The only money made is by transferring wealth from new buyers to old sellers," he claimed, calling it a classic pyramid scheme.
When pressed on what would make him change his mind, Schiff replied, "If Bitcoin actually replaces fiat currencies as a unit of account and a medium of exchange – if I walk into a supermarket and everything is priced in Bitcoin–I'd admit I was wrong. But it's no closer to being money today than it was when it started."
Gold and Silver: The Safer Bet
Schiff remains a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/08/40290032/robert-kiyosaki-believes-the-dollars-days-are-numbered-china-and-japan-are-trading-bonds-for-gold-he">steadfast advocate for gold and silver</a>, seeing them as the ultimate hedge against inflation. He noted that central banks are already increasing their gold reserves, signaling confidence in its long-term value.
"Gold is approaching record highs, but silver is still a bargain at around $33 an ounce," he said. Schiff believes silver could see significant gains in the years ahead, particularly as retail investors return.
He also encouraged investors to consider mining stocks, which he likened to "the next crypto," offering high returns without the speculative risks of digital currencies.
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What's Next for the U.S. Economy?
Schiff predicts that economic conditions will worsen before they improve, citing unsustainable debt levels and rising inflation. "It's going to get worse before it gets even worse," he said grimly, highlighting the government's inability to address underlying structural issues.
For those looking to safeguard their wealth, Schiff recommends diversifying portfolios into international stocks, emerging markets and commodities like energy and agriculture. His core message: get out of dollars and into tangible assets.
While Schiff's views often spark controversy, his arguments offer a sobering critique of the current economic landscape. Whether you agree or not, his warnings about inflation, unsustainable debt and speculative bubbles are worth considering. As Schiff says, "The key is to be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/03/37513063/warren-buffett-says-he-wouldnt-pay-25-for-all-the-bitcoin-in-the-world-he-considers-crypto-rat-poiso">properly positioned before the collapse – </a>not after."
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Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) announced plans to consolidate its domestic and international e-commerce operations into a single unit called Alibaba E-commerce Business Group.
The newly created division will be led by Jiang Fan, the current head of Alibaba International Digital Commerce, who has been the group&#8217;s CEO. He will report directly to Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu Yongming, SCMP <a target="_blank" href="https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3287583/alibaba-merge-domestic-and-global-e-commerce-units-names-jiang-fan-ceo" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
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The reorganization marks Alibaba&#8217;s most significant structural overhaul since the company split its operations into six independent business units in 2023.
This move is seen as a strategic effort to streamline operations and improve synergies between domestic and international supply chains, particularly as the company faces intensifying competition from rivals such as PDD Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), which has aggressively expanded globally with its shopping app Temu.
Jiang&#8217;s leadership in the international division has already demonstrated significant growth.
Alibaba has been actively realigning its business strategy under CEO Eddie Wu, who took over leadership in 2023.
Recent initiatives include launching a digital marketing tool, Quanzhantui, and implementing technology service fees for Taobao and Tmall merchants. These measures aim to revitalize its domestic operations while maintaining its global expansion trajectory.
During the recently concluded Singles&#8217; Day shopping festival, Taobao and Tmall accounted for roughly 50% of sales across major platforms, while Douyin led growth with a 19% increase in gross merchandise value.
Alibaba&nbsp;reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/42006281/alibaba-q2-earnings-revenue-beats-forecast-cloud-and-international-sales-shine-free-cash-flow-falls-amid-strategic-investments" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal second-quarter 2024</a> revenue growth of 5% year-on-year to $33.70 billion, beating the analyst consensus of $33.47 billion.
Taobao and Tmall Group revenue grew by 1% to $14.11 billion. Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group revenue increased by 29% to $4.51 billion, driven by the growth of cross-border businesses.
Benchmark&#8217;s Fawne Jiang maintained a Buy rating on Alibaba with a price target of $118, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42043480/alibabas-monetization-strategy-gains-momentum-but-gmv-growth-lags-analyst" rel="noreferrer noopener">citing mixed earnings performance</a>.
While customer management revenue grew 2.5% YoY, sluggish GMV growth and increased investments in Taobao and Tmall raise concerns over market share retention. The analyst expects improved monetization from software service fees and expanded Quanzhantui marketing use in upcoming quarters, aiding profitability. Fiscal 2025 revenue and EBITDA estimates were slightly reduced due to margin pressures but reflect confidence in the gradual recovery and user acquisition.
Price Action:&nbsp;BABA stock is down 0.99% at $85.91 at&nbsp;the last check on Thursday.
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Goldman Sachs analyst Brooke Roach reiterated the Buy rating on TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TJX#NYSE">TJX</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TJX/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">with a price forecast of $137.</a>
Yesterday, the company reported third-quarter earnings per share of $1.14 (+11%), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42088621/tjx-companies-beats-q3-earnings-stock-dips-on-dim-q4-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the street view of $1.09</a>. Quarterly sales of $14.06 billion (+6%) beat the analyst consensus estimate of $13.95 billion.
TJX Companies reported a 3% increase in consolidated comparable store sales at the high end of the company&#8217;s plan, driven entirely by higher customer transactions.
Roach remains optimistic after the quarter, maintaining a &#8220;constructive view.&#8221;
The analyst is encouraged by TJX&#8217;s continued momentum in transaction-driven comparable sales across its various brands, as well as its strong execution in both new and existing categories.
Additionally, there is a promising long-term growth potential for TJX on a global scale.
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The analyst sees further opportunities for the company to gain market share and expand margins, benefiting from stronger vendor relationships and improved merchandise margins. This positions TJX well to navigate short-term industry challenges, such as tariffs and freight costs, Roach adds.
The analyst noted that while there have been choppy trends across various sub-sectors of consumer discretionary during the third-quarter earnings season, Roach is particularly encouraged by TJX&#8217;s strong messaging regarding the home sector and early fourth-quarter growth momentum.
However, the analyst also pointed out that unseasonable weather and the impacts of hurricanes are expected to remain key topics as companies continue reporting quarterly results, with a particular focus on early holiday selling trends for off-price and department store competitors.
Price Action: TJX shares are trading lower by 0.29% to $119.47 at last check Thursday.
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Luminar Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZR#NASDAQ">LAZR</a>) shares are trading lower Thursday. The lidar company&#8217;s stock began trading on a split-adjusted basis. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAZR/news">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Luminar shareholders voted to approve a proposal regarding a reverse stock split at the end of October. On Nov. 13, Luminar&#8217;s board approved the reverse split at a ratio of 1-for-15. The split went into effect after the market close on Wednesday.
The reverse stock split was authorized by the company's board as part of a larger strategy to improve the company&#8217;s stock price and potentially attract more institutional investors. The adjusted shares began trading Thursday under the same ticker symbol: &#8220;LAZR.&#8221;
In addition to the reverse stock split, Luminar recently announced that it appointed Dominick Schiano as a new member of its board. Schiano, known for his experience in the automotive industry and as a dealmaker, is expected to contribute valuable strategic insights to the company. He will also join Luminar&#8217;s Audit Committee.
Luminar provided a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41888873/luminar-technologies-stock-is-rising-after-hours-whats-driving-the-action">business update</a> for the third quarter earlier this month. The lidar company said it shipped more product in the third quarter than it did in the past three quarters combined.
"Today nearly every major automaker has LiDAR planned into their roadmaps, and our commercial growth this quarter is a testament to both our technical leadership and ability to execute to global automaker standards," Luminar founder and CEO Austin Russell said in the company&#8217;s earnings release.
"This quarter, we've further restructured Luminar to withstand near-term headwinds facing the industry so we are better positioned to capitalize on the long-term value in this trillion-dollar industry."
LAZR Price Action: Luminar Technologies shares were down 6.24% at $10.68 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) head of vaccine safety says that President-elect Donald Trump's embrace of vaccine skeptics could be an opportunity for the science community to teach the public about the value of these life-saving drugs. However, if these efforts fail it could lead to "natural consequences."
The FDA's Peter Marks made the remarks Thursday at the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference. Marks is the current director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the FDA. The center ensures the safety and effectiveness of biological products, including vaccines.
Marks said now is the chance for scientists to make the case for vaccines, as Trump has named noted anti-vaccine crusader Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his pick to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Bloomberg is also reporting that Trump is likely to pick surgeon and public health researcher Marty Makary as the next head of the FDA. Previously, Makary has criticized the agency's approval of COVID-19 booster vaccines. Additionally, he has written several op-eds on the pandemic including one claiming that the U.S. would achieve <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/well-have-herd-immunity-by-april-11613669731">herd immunity by April 2021 </a>and a more recent one arguing that vaccines shouldn't be <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/biden-waves-another-covid-shot-through-fda-human-outcomes-data-195731c0">recommended universally</a> for lower-risk patients.
Marks said that if public health officials fail to make the case for vaccines there will be consequences.
"If that doesn't work, and everything runs wild in the opposite direction, just as your kids learn natural consequences — if you put your hand on a hot oven, you will get burned, et cetera, that kind of thing — the American public will learn the natural consequences of what happens if vaccination rates fall too far, because we will start to see measles, polio, things that we should never see in a well-developed country, come back," said Marks, who was speaking virtually at the conference, <a href="https://www.statnews.com/2024/11/21/peter-marks-fda-rfk-jr-vaccine-safety/">STAT reported</a>.
Marks said he expects a vigorous debate on COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric vaccines but hopes a "degree of moderation will prevail" on the topic of vaccines overall.

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Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is closing in on the $100,000 psychological milestone, backed by bullish chart patterns and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">strong market fundamentals</a>.
What Happened: As Bitcoin clocked a new <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42109267/bitcoin-hits-new-all-time-high-above-98000-as-spot-etfs-crack-100-billion-net-asset-value-milestone">all-time high above $98,000</a>, analyst Ali Martinez says $100,000 may happen on Thursday, based on the apex crypto breaking out of a bull flag chart pattern.
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Santiment data pointed out the collective holdings of whale and shark wallet as a key metric to watch, revealing an intriguing dynamic in whale and shark wallets that hold at least 10 BTC.
Over the last month, these wallets have <a href="https://x.com/santimentfeed/status/1859524090513547577">added</a> 56,397 BTC, worth approximately $5.43 billion. Despite this accumulation, the total number of such wallets dropped by 1,256 (-0.82%), signaling a possible consolidation among large holders.
Tracking these major stakeholders&#8217; movements will be key in understanding the sustainability of this historic bull rally.
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Why It Matters:  According to IntoTheBlock, large transaction volumes and daily active addresses for Bitcoin have risen by 8.5% and 0.4%, respectively. 
Transactions exceeding $100,000 have jumped from 11,911 to 13,321 in a single day.
Coinglass data highlights that Bitcoin Futures open interest has reached a record $63.7 billion, underscoring heightened trader activity. 
Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs are <a href="https://x.com/BTC_Archive/status/1859588678206492967">closing</a> in on gold ETFs, with $104 billion in assets compared to gold&#8217;s $121 billion, achieved within just 11 months.
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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are targeting lowering government spending with the newly announced Department of Government Efficiency (or D.O.G.E. for short). An aircraft component company is named as the perfect place for the duo to start in a new short report from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/the-bear-cave">The Bear Cave.</a>
What Happened: President-elect Donald Trump<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/11/41927289/trump-appoints-elon-musk-and-vivek-ramaswamy-to-lead-doge-targeting-bureaucracy-and-65-trillion-federal-spending-we-will-not-go-gently"> announced the Department of Government Efficiency</a> recently and Musk said the new department will "send shockwaves through the system, and involve anyone involved in government waste."
A short <a href="https://thebearcave.substack.com/p/problems-at-transdigm-tdg">report </a>from The Bear Cave author Edwin Dorsey suggests the D.O.G.E. should start with aircraft component company TransDigm (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>), which has a market capitalization of $72 billion.
The short report alleges TransDigm has used acquisitions to become the sole producer of some aircraft parts and in return raised prices for customers, which includes the Department of Defense.
Benzinga reached out to TransDigm for comment and did not hear back at publication.
"Prices for TransDigm parts have increased 40%+ per year for decades and the company has faced numerous allegations of price gouging the U.S. government as well as allegations of accounting fraud," Dorsey writes.
Dorsey said hints from Musk and Ramaswamy suggest looking at government waste at the Pentagon.
"The Bear Cave also believes this will change under the incoming Trump Administration and that TransDigm should be target #1 for the Department of Government Efficiency."
Musk recently took notice of a tweet from Donald Trump Jr. that highlighted Boeing allegedly overcharging the Air Force, Dorsey added.
Ramaswamy suggested that large-scale audits at government agencies like the Pentagon could yield "significant savings."
In the short report, Dorsey highlights past looks into TransDigm by Congress.
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TransDigm's Past History: The short report highlights a 2022 House Oversight Hearing on TransDigm.
"TransDigm manufactures a product called the linear actuating cap, which was used in the Eagle F-15 and C-125 transport aircraft. According to TransDigm, the part only cost $189 to make, but the company charged the Defense Department over $7,000," House Oversight Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.) said at the time.
Maloney used a graphic to illustrate the markups in aircraft parts for the Department of Defense by TransDigm, the short report added.
The short report also highlighted a 2019 hearing about TransDigm which saw Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) accuse the company of acquiring other suppliers so it can raise prices for existing customers.
"You purchased a company that made a part for $5,500, solenoid, and then after you bought it the price went up to $11,790. The part only cost $3,000. So what is the additional value when you're purchasing this and raising the price?" Khanna previously asked.
While past congressional hearings didn't find TransDigm broke the law, past concerns over price gouging could put the company on the radar of Musk and Ramaswamy as the short report said.
The defense market makes up around 40% of TransDigm's revenue, with the Department of Defense a portion of that total, the report said.
TDG Price Action: TransDigm Group stock is down 3.09% to $1,253.06 Thursday versus a 52-week trading range of $949.99 to $1,451.32. TransDigm stock is up 30% year-to-date in 2024.
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Energy Transfer. Our analysis of options history for Energy Transfer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>) revealed 19 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 52% of traders were bullish, while 42% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $50,560, and 17 were calls, valued at $1,071,357.
<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 $15.0 to $20.0 for Energy Transfer over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Energy Transfer'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 Energy Transfer's whale trades within a strike price range from $15.0 to $20.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Energy Transfer Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732212150_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$322.0K</td>
<td>39.8K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$98.5K</td>
<td>75.4K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$0.52</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$78.4K</td>
<td>632</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$71.3K</td>
<td>632</td>
<td>425</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$0.97</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$70.6K</td>
<td>39.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Energy Transfer</h3>
Energy Transfer owns one of the largest portfolios of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquid assets in the US, primarily in Texas and the US midcontinent region. Its pipeline network totals 130,000 miles. It also owns gathering and processing facilities, one of the largest fractionation facilities in the US, fuel distribution assets, and the Lake Charles gas liquefaction facility. It combined its publicly traded limited and general partnerships in October 2018.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Energy Transfer, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Energy Transfer</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 19,281,980, the price of ET is up 3.64% at $18.95. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 83 days.</li>
</ul>
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on GitLab. Our analysis of options history for GitLab (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLB#NASDAQ">GTLB</a>) revealed 10 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 70% of traders were bullish, while 20% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $91,152, and 8 were calls, valued at $469,253.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $55.0 to $80.0 for GitLab 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 GitLab'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 GitLab's whale activity within a strike price range from $55.0 to $80.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>GitLab Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732212145_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GTLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$1.9</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$126.2K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">953</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GTLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$13.0</td>
<td>$11.4</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$95.2K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GTLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$69.7K</td>
<td>282</td>
<td align="right">101</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GTLB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.93</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$58.9K</td>
<td>15</td>
<td align="right">569</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GTLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$40.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About GitLab</h3>
GitLab Inc operates on an all-remote model. GitLab, a complete DevSecOps platform delivered as a single application. It operates in two competitive landscapes: DevOps point solutions and DevOps platforms. In terms of point solutions that are stitched together, GitLab's offering is substantially different in that it is one platform, one codebase, one interface, and a unified data model that spans the entire DevSecOps lifecycle. DevOps platforms, the principal competitor is Microsoft Corporation following their acquisition of GitHub. GitLab is offered on both self-managed and software-as-a-service (SaaS) models. It is located in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific. It focused on accelerating innovation and broadening the distribution of its platform to companies across the world.
In light of the recent options history for GitLab, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>GitLab's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,983,085, the GTLB's price is up by 4.59%, now at $65.0. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 14 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On GitLab</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $70.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from TD Cowen keeps a Buy rating on GitLab with a target price of $70. 
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Zeta Global Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZETA#NYSE">ZETA</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 ZETA, 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 12 uncommon options trades for Zeta Global Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 41% bullish and 58%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $104,003, and 10 are calls, for a total amount of $577,334.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $17.5 to $30.0 for Zeta Global Holdings over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Zeta Global Holdings'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 Zeta Global Holdings's whale trades within a strike price range from $17.5 to $30.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Zeta Global Holdings Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732212140_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>ZETA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>$1.53</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$151.5K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZETA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.14</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$112.0K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZETA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$77.1K</td>
<td>210</td>
<td>35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZETA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.25</td>
<td>$2.25</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$56.2K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZETA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$54.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Zeta Global Holdings</h3>
Zeta Global Holdings Corp is an omnichannel data-driven cloud platform that provides enterprises with consumer intelligence and marketing automation software. It serves enterprise customers across multiple industries, including financial services, insurance, telecommunications, automotive, travel and hospitality, and retail. Its Zeta Marketing Platform, or ZMP, is an omnichannel marketing platform with identity data at its core. The ZMP can analyze billions of structured and unstructured data points to predict consumer intent by leveraging sophisticated machine learning algorithms and the industry's opted-in data set for omnichannel marketing.
<h3>Zeta Global Holdings's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 7,909,632, the ZETA's price is down by -0.17%, now at $23.07. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 96 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Zeta Global Holdings</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $36.6.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Zeta Global Holdings, targeting a price of $32. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Zeta Global Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $43. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Canaccord Genuity has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Zeta Global Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $42. 
&#x2A; An analyst from DA Davidson persists with their Buy rating on Zeta Global Holdings, maintaining a target price of $42. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity keeps a Buy rating on Zeta Global Holdings with a target price of $24. 
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President-elect Donald Trump&#8216;s pick for attorney general in his second administration, former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, withdrew his name from consideration on Thursday. The Florida Republican who was poised to be nominated as the nation&#8217;s top cop has previously been in the legal crosshairs himself in multiple <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/11/42078192/trumps-attorney-general-pick-matt-gaetz-resigned-from-congress-ethics-committee-to-decide-if-report-will-be-released">sex trafficking investigations</a>.
Gaetz Bows Out: Gaetz announced the decision in a Thursday <a href="https://x.com/mattgaetz/status/1859649045553402285">post</a> on X.
&#8220;I had excellent meetings with Senators yesterday. I appreciate their thoughtful feedback &#8211; and the incredible support of so many. While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition,&#8221; Gaetz posted.
&#8220;There is no time to waste on a needlessly protracted Washington scuffle, thus I&#8217;ll be withdrawing my name from consideration to serve as Attorney General. Trump&#8217;s DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1,&#8221; he continued.
Earlier Developments: Gaetz, who resigned from Congress Nov. 13 following Trump&#8217;s announcement, had previously been under federal and congressional investigation.
The New York Times <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/20/us/politics/matt-gaetz-venmo-payments-sex.html">obtained</a> a redacted document from the federal investigation, which was later dropped, on Wednesday.
The document includes a map created by investigators alleging that Gaetz sent thousands of dollars to women and associate Joel Greenberg, who previously pleaded guilty to sex trafficking charges, on Venmo. According to testimony, the individuals who received the money were involved in &#8220;sex parties&#8221; from 2017 to 2020. Gaetz also allegedly paid $450 to a 17-year-old.
ABC News <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/gaetz-10k-venmo-payments-2-women-testified-house/story?id=116019367">obtained</a> a document from the House Ethics Committee with similar findings on Wednesday.
The separate investigation found that Gaetz sent over $10,000 on Venmo to women who testified in the House probe. Transactions included Gaetz&#8217;s notes for the women, including &#8220;being my friend,&#8221; &#8220;extra 4 u&#8221; and &#8220;being awesome.&#8221; These transactions totaled over $1,000, the report said. 
The House investigation ended when Gaetz resigned.
Why it Matters: Gaetz faced a tough path to confirmation in a Republican-controlled Senate. The Republican party will hold a 53-47 majority come January. Still, only four GOP defections — perhaps Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) — would have sunk Gaetz&#8217;s nomination.
It is now unclear who Trump will select to fill the AG role. Traders on prediction market <a href="https://polymarket.com/event/who-will-be-trumps-attorney-general">Polymarket</a> quickly reacted to Gaetz&#8217;s announcement. Trump&#8217;s pick for deputy AG, Todd Blanche, is the betting favorite.
Blanche represented Trump during a trial in New York state, during which the former president was found guilty of felony falsification of business records.
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