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The North West Co Inc is a Canada-based company that is principally engaged in retail business in underserved rural communities and urban neighborhoods. The company provides food, family apparel, housewares, appliances, and outdoor products, with food products accounting for the majority of the company's revenue. The company also offers services, including post offices, income tax return preparation, money transfers, commercial business sales, and others. Its geographical segment includes Canada and International. It generates maximum revenue from Canada.

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<p>JP Morgan  analyst Doug Anmuth   initiates coverage on Webtoon Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBTN#NASDAQ">WBTN</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $23.</p>


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JP Morgan Initiates Coverage On Webtoon Entertainment with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $23

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Exxon Mobil. Our analysis of options history for Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) revealed 10 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 0% of traders were bullish, while 90% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 7 were puts, with a value of $512,752, and 3 were calls, valued at $119,195.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $100.0 to $120.0 for Exxon Mobil during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>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 Exxon Mobil'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 Exxon Mobil's whale trades within a strike price range from $100.0 to $120.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Exxon Mobil Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721657795_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 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$124.5K</td>
<td>560</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">109</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.84</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$115.4K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">704</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">304</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$49.0K</td>
<td>560</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$15.55</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$47.4K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Exxon Mobil</h3>
<p>ExxonMobil is an integrated oil and gas company that explores for, produces, and refines oil around the world. In 2023, it produced 2.4 million barrels of liquids and 7.7 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day. At the end of 2023, reserves were 16.9 billion barrels of oil equivalent, 66% of which were liquids. The company is one the world's largest refiners with a total global refining capacity of 4.5 million barrels of oil per day and is one of the world's largest manufacturers of commodity and specialty chemicals.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Exxon Mobil, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is Exxon Mobil Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,546,638, the price of XOM is down by -1.21%, reaching $114.67.</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 11 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<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 Exxon Mobil options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Spotlight on Exxon Mobil: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Apple</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) we detected 27 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 48% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 33% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $84,061 and 24, calls, for a total amount of $1,897,054.</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 $150.0 and $230.0 for Apple, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Apple's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Apple's whale activity within a strike price range from $150.0 to $230.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Apple Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721657790_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>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$260.0K</td>
<td>48.6K</td>
<td>839</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$246.8K</td>
<td>48.6K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$72.6</td>
<td>$71.9</td>
<td>$72.19</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$223.7K</td>
<td>10.5K</td>
<td>78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$222.50</td>
<td>$176.0K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$49.9</td>
<td>$49.8</td>
<td>$49.9</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$109.7K</td>
<td>6.6K</td>
<td>11</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Apple</h3>
<p>Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Apple, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Apple's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 6,667,669, the price of AAPL is up by 1.01%, reaching $226.57.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 10 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Apple</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $257.8.</p>
<ul>
<li>Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Wedbush lowers its rating to Outperform with a new price target of $275.</li>
<li>An analyst from Rosenblatt has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $260. </li>
<li>An analyst from Piper Sandler persists with their Neutral rating on Apple, maintaining a target price of $225. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Apple, targeting a price of $256. </li>
<li>An analyst from Morgan Stanley has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Apple, which currently sits at a price target of $273. </li>
</ul>
<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 Apple with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Intuitive Surgical</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) we detected 8 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 62% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $115,235 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $168,148.</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 $420.0 to $500.0 for Intuitive Surgical over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Intuitive Surgical options trades today is 745.2 with a total volume of 1,653.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Intuitive Surgical's big money trades within a strike price range of $420.0 to $500.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Intuitive Surgical 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721657785_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</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 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ISRG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$60.3K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">325</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ISRG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$39.2</td>
<td>$37.0</td>
<td>$37.0</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$37.0K</td>
<td>125</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ISRG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$48.5</td>
<td>$42.6</td>
<td>$45.34</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$36.2K</td>
<td>333</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ISRG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$34.5K</td>
<td>92</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ISRG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$15.1</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$460.00</td>
<td>$33.7K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">65</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Intuitive Surgical</h3>
<p>Intuitive Surgical develops, produces, and markets a robotic system for assisting minimally invasive surgery. It also provides the instrumentation, disposable accessories, and warranty services for the system. The company has placed more than 8,600 da Vinci systems in hospitals worldwide, with more than 5,000 installations in the US and a growing number in emerging markets.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Intuitive Surgical, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is Intuitive Surgical Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 372,946, the price of ISRG is up by 2.56%, reaching $466.65.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 87 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Intuitive Surgical</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $470.8.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Piper Sandler persists with their Overweight rating on Intuitive Surgical, maintaining a target price of $495. </li>
<li>An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Intuitive Surgical, which currently sits at a price target of $490. </li>
<li>An analyst from BTIG persists with their Buy rating on Intuitive Surgical, maintaining a target price of $469. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a In-Line rating on Intuitive Surgical with a target price of $425. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Stifel continues to hold a Buy rating for Intuitive Surgical, targeting a price of $475. </li>
</ul>
<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 Intuitive Surgical options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Intuitive Surgical Unusual Options Activity For July 22

<p>‘Dogecoin Killer' <strong>Shiba Inu</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>) has treaded water over the past week despite a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39880421/bitcoin-dominates-ethereum-rebounds-heres-how-much-crypto-funds-raked-in-last-week">wider market rally</a>, raising curiosity if the meme coin remains bullish or bearish.</p>
<p><strong>What Happened:</strong> Shibburn data shows the burn rate spiking 545.3% in the past 24 hours, with a total of 10.3 million SHIB coins burned. Over the past 19 hours, four transactions burned above 1.4 million coins.</p>
<p>The Shiba Inu community officially petitioned Binance to burn SHIB, requesting the Shib Army to show support by signing the petition. The petition, initiated by Labib, a ShibArmy member, targets 50,000 signatures with 111 signatures received until July 19.</p>
<p>It <a href="https://www.change.org/p/persuade-binance-to-implement-a-daily-1-burn-of-shiba-inu-token-transactions?recruiter=1343953457&amp;recruited_by_id=b9d8ee30-4432-11ef-986d-6fd3973e2a66&amp;utm_source=share_petition&amp;utm_campaign=petition_dashboard_share_modal&amp;utm_medium=copylink">asks</a> Binance to implement a daily burn mechanism of 1% for all Shiba Inu token transactions. This step is taken in the interest of pushing the meme coin's price higher for long-term sustainability.</p>
<p><strong>Price Action:</strong> In the past 24 hours, SHIB is down 0.4%, bringing its seven-day losses to 1.7%></p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="250" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/29155259/905735A6-57D3-4874-9AA1-75D037842DB3-2.gif" alt="Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference" class="wp-image-270548" /></a></figure></p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39835766/dogecoin-killer-shiba-inu-burn-rate-up-875-but-price-down-10-what-is-going-on">&#8216;Dogecoin Killer&#8217; Shiba Inu Burn Rate Up 875% But Price Down 10%: What Is Going On?</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Why It Matters:</strong> Shibariumscan data shows daily transactions up to 6,350 as of July 21 from 3,330 as of July 20. New accounts almost doubled from 11 to 21 during the same period.</p>
<p>Whale Alert data shows 2.7 trillion SHIB, worth $48.3 million, <a href="https://x.com/whale_alert/status/1814438934341931394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1814438934341931394%7Ctwgr%5Eaa390cfeeb44a2c91f023daf59f6e69c453062ee%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbitcoinist.com%2Fdogecoin-and-shiba-inu-whales-withdraw-millions-from-robinhood-whats-going-on%2F">transferred</a> from Robinhood to an unknown wallet on the weekend. The wallet address is one of the largest SHIB holders, currently owning 36.6 trillion SHIB tokens, worth $654 million. With one whale address holding a significant amount of SHIB, any coin movements could significantly affect the price of SHIB.</p>
<p>Benzinga's technical analysis data shows Shiba Inu's RSI at 66.7 on July 21. The 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) on the SHIB chart is higher than the 100-day SMA, suggesting a bearish long-term trend. It also implies that recent price action has been less bullish than medium-term price action.</p>
<p><strong>What&#8217;s Next</strong>: The influence of meme coins is expected to be thoroughly explored at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Future of Digital Assets</a> event on Nov. 19.</p>
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Is 'Dogecoin Killer' Shiba Inu On A Bearish Path? Whale Transactions, Burn Rate Suggest Otherwise

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RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Fifth Third Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $43

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<p>According to a report compiled by Realtor.com based on deed records nationwide, small investors outpaced large investment firms in the 150 largest U.S. metros for single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and row houses from January 2000 to March 2024.&nbsp;</p>
<p>There&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;re friends with a small investor who has bought fewer than 10 properties since 2001. From January to March 2024, small investors made up 62.6% of investor purchases, up 6.4% from the same period in 2023. Is that any better for a community? While the local connection could be a plus, investors aren&#8217;t necessarily buying close to home.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Instead, they&#8217;re buying mostly in the same Midwest and Southern metropolitan areas that are affordable for first-time homebuyers. While adding to the rental property pool, they&#8217;re depleting access to affordable homeownership, putting Millennials even further from possible homeownership in many cases.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Investors are still buying faster than they&#8217;re selling, with roughly 8,000 new properties purchased in March 2024 alone.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t believe us? Investors could purchase a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the top five cities for under $200,000. One is for sale in Springfield, MO, for $189,900. Choosing a four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Memphis, TN, for just $144,900 makes spending many times that seem crazy.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The top five cities for investors in the first quarter of 2024 were Savannah, GA (up 8.3%), Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH-PA (up 7.9%), Peoria, IL (up 7.2%), Springfield, MA (up 6.4%), and Montgomery, AL (up 6.3%). While these areas have seen significant price growth since 2019, they still fall below the national median, increasing investor appeal.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a summary of the top five markets by investor share:</p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table"><br />
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Metropolitan area</strong></td>
<td><strong>Median home price</strong></td>
<td><strong>Investor share of the market</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Springfield, MO</td>
<td>$247,028</td>
<td>20.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kansas City, MO</td>
<td>$287,115</td>
<td>20.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>St. Louis, MO</td>
<td>$203,667</td>
<td>18.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Birmingham, AL</td>
<td>$225,833</td>
<td>18.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Memphis, TM</td>
<td>$223,135</td>
<td>18.2%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p></p></figure></p>
<p>The only good news for would-be new homebuyers or first-time investors? Most small investors leverage debt to make purchases, and you could, too. You&#8217;re not competing against all-cash buyers. But with these markets growing, you&#8217;ll want to get in fast. Find the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-mortgage-lenders-for-first-time-buyers">best mortgage lenders for first-time homebuyers</a> to guide you through the process, or even find <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-interest-only-mortgage-lenders">interest-only lenders</a> while you get your home or rental ready!&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Robinhood Markets</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) we detected 11 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 45% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 36% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $105,500 and 8, calls, for a total amount of $248,418.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $12.0 to $25.5 for Robinhood Markets over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Robinhood Markets options trades today is 14958.1 with a total volume of 2,230.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Robinhood Markets's big money trades within a strike price range of $12.0 to $25.5 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Robinhood Markets Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721656900_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>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$21.50</td>
<td>$42.2K</td>
<td>704</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$25.50</td>
<td>$36.8K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$25.50</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>56</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$1.12</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$33.3K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td>202</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$9.25</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$32.7K</td>
<td>30.4K</td>
<td>60</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Robinhood Markets</h3>
<p>Robinhood Markets Inc is creating a modern financial services platform. It designs its own products and services and delivers them through a single, app-based cloud platform supported by proprietary technology. Its vertically integrated platform has enabled the introduction of new products and services such as cryptocurrency trading, dividend reinvestment, fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO Access. It earns transaction-based revenues from routing user orders for options, equities, and cryptocurrencies to market makers when a routed order is executed.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Robinhood Markets</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,782,031, the price of HOOD is up by 1.24%, reaching $23.7.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 16 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Robinhood Markets</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 $23.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Goldman Sachs persists with their Neutral rating on Robinhood Markets, maintaining a target price of $21. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Robinhood Markets, targeting a price of $20. </li>
<li>An analyst from Wolfe Research has elevated its stance to Outperform, setting a new price target at $29. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Underweight rating for Robinhood Markets, targeting a price of $20. </li>
<li>An analyst from Keybanc persists with their Overweight rating on Robinhood Markets, maintaining a target price of $25. </li>
</ul>
<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 Robinhood Markets options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Intel (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</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 INTC usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 16 extraordinary options activities for Intel. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 56% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $459,954, and 10 are calls, amounting to $597,385.</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 $24.0 to $75.0 for Intel over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Intel options trades today is 3126.5 with a total volume of 1,446.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Intel's big money trades within a strike price range of $24.0 to $75.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Intel Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721656895_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 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/23/24</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.46</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$210.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$195.8K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$71.2K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/02/24</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$63.8K</td>
<td>769</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$8.95</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$8.95</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$59.9K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">300</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Intel</h3>
<p>Intel is a leading digital chipmaker, focused on the design and manufacturing of microprocessors for the global personal computer and data center markets. Intel pioneered the x86 architecture for microprocessors and was the prime proponent of Moore's law for advances in semiconductor manufacturing. Intel remains the market share leader in central processing units in both the PC and server end markets. Intel has also been expanding into new adjacencies, such as communications infrastructure, automotive, and the Internet of Things. Further, Intel expects to leverage its chip manufacturing capabilities into an outsourced foundry model where it constructs chips for others.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Intel, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is Intel Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,648,916, the price of INTC is down by -0.36%, reaching $32.86.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 10 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Intel</h3>
<p>A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $40.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $40. </li>
</ul>
<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 Intel options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on MicroStrategy. Our analysis of options history for MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) revealed 57 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 40% of traders were bullish, while 43% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 9 were puts, with a value of $432,206, and 48 were calls, valued at $3,455,949.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $800.0 to $3800.0 for MicroStrategy over the recent 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 MicroStrategy's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to MicroStrategy's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $800.0 to $3800.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>MicroStrategy 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721656890_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 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$351.3</td>
<td>$338.65</td>
<td>$345.05</td>
<td>$1500.00</td>
<td>$241.5K</td>
<td>595</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/26/24</td>
<td>$30.5</td>
<td>$29.65</td>
<td>$29.83</td>
<td>$2000.00</td>
<td>$207.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">699</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/02/24</td>
<td>$70.0</td>
<td>$65.0</td>
<td>$70.0</td>
<td>$2000.00</td>
<td>$140.0K</td>
<td>809</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">77</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$596.9</td>
<td>$580.2</td>
<td>$580.2</td>
<td>$1640.00</td>
<td>$116.0K</td>
<td>43</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$121.6</td>
<td>$109.05</td>
<td>$115.0</td>
<td>$2000.00</td>
<td>$115.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">26</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About MicroStrategy</h3>
<p>MicroStrategy Inc is a provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software. It offers MicroStrategy Analytics platform that delivers reports and dashboards and enables users to conduct ad hoc analysis and share insights through mobile devices or the Web; MicroStrategy Server, which provides analytical processing and job management. The company's reportable operating segment is engaged in the design, development, marketing, and sales of its software platform through licensing arrangements and cloud-based subscriptions and related services.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for MicroStrategy, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is MicroStrategy Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 305,500, the price of MSTR is down by -0.66%, reaching $1766.8.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 10 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About MicroStrategy</h3>
<p>In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $1830.5.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Maxim Group downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $1835. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity continues to hold a Buy rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $1826. </li>
</ul>
<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 MicroStrategy with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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<p>RBC Capital analyst Sabahat Khan maintains North West Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNWWF#OTC">NNWWF</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from C$38 to C$36.</p>

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on North West Co, Lowers Price Target to $36

<p>BMO Capital analyst Stephen MacLeod maintains North West Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNWWF#OTC">NNWWF</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from C$41 to C$39.</p>

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on North West Co, Lowers Price Target to $39

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	<li><strong>North West Company Inc&nbsp;</strong>(TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWC#TSX">NWC</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNWWF#OTC">NNWWF</a>) reported<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.northwest.ca/media/media-releases" style="background-image:initial; background-position:initial; background-size:initial; background-repeat:initial; background-attachment:initial; background-origin:initial; background-clip:initial; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; color:#4a6ee0" target="_blank">&nbsp;fourth-quarter sales growth of 2.5%</a>&nbsp;year-over-year to C$579.2 million.</li>
	<li>Same-store sales improved 0.1% compared to a 16.8% growth last year.</li>
	<li>EPS improved to C$0.71 from C$0.63 in 4Q2Q.</li>
	<li>The gross margin contracted by 134 bps to 31.9%.</li>
	<li>Selling, operating, and administrative expenses decreased by C$3.6 million to C$135.13 million compared to last year and were down 121 bps as a percentage of sales.</li>
	<li>Adjusted EBITDA was C$67.09 million (-2.7% Y/Y), and the margin declined by 62 bps to 11.6%.</li>
	<li>North West opened six new stores, three in Canada and three in International Operations, in FY21.</li>
	<li>The company&#39;s Chairman of the Board Sandy Riley will retire following the Annual General Meeting on June 8, 2022. He will be succeeded by Brock Bulbuck subject to his re-election at that meeting.</li>
	<li><strong>Price Action:</strong>&nbsp;NWC shares are trading lower by 2.22% at C$38.62 on TSX on the last check Wednesday.</li>
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