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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Futu Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUTU#NASDAQ">FUTU</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 FUTU, 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 20 uncommon options trades for Futu Hldgs.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 60% bullish and 25%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $115,492, and 18 are calls, for a total amount of $846,290.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $90.05 to $173.05 for Futu Hldgs over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Futu Hldgs'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 Futu Hldgs's whale activity within a strike price range from $90.05 to $173.05 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Futu Hldgs Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737750850_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$2.41</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$225.2K</td>
<td align="right">509</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$8.7</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$83.6K</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
<td>95</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/24/25</td>
<td>$7.25</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$90.05</td>
<td>$55.3K</td>
<td align="right">868</td>
<td>112</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/24/25</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$90.05</td>
<td>$49.9K</td>
<td align="right">868</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$47.0K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Futu Hldgs</h3>
Futu Holdings Ltd is an online broker providing one-stop online investing services. The company provides its services through its digital platform Futu NiuNiu, which includes market data, trading service, and news feed of Hong Kong, Mainland China, Singapore, and United States equity markets. It generates its revenue in the form of brokerage commission and handling charge services.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Futu Hldgs, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Futu Hldgs's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,292,574, the price of FUTU is up by 0.96%, reaching $93.33.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 48 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Riot Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</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 RIOT, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 23 uncommon options trades for Riot Platforms.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 43% bullish and 52%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $619,604, and 17 are calls, for a total amount of $1,004,977.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $8.0 and $20.0 for Riot Platforms, spanning the last 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 Riot Platforms'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 Riot Platforms's whale trades within a strike price range from $8.0 to $20.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Riot Platforms 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737750845_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>RIOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$178.5K</td>
<td>140</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$107.2K</td>
<td>432</td>
<td align="right">276</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIOT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$100.1K</td>
<td>602</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIOT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$97.3K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">177</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIOT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$96.0K</td>
<td>149</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Riot Platforms</h3>
Riot Platforms Inc is a vertically integrated Bitcoin mining company focused on building, supporting, and operating blockchain technologies. The company's segments include Bitcoin Mining; Data Center Hosting and Engineering. It generates maximum revenue from the Bitcoin Mining segment which generates revenue from the Bitcoin the company earns through its mining activities.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Riot Platforms, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Riot Platforms's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 39,634,631, the RIOT's price is up by 3.66%, now at $13.46. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 27 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Riot Platforms</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $16.0.
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Riot Platforms's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</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 CVX usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 11 extraordinary options activities for Chevron. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 27% leaning bullish and 54% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $169,056, and 7 are calls, amounting to $337,288.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $140.0 to $195.0 for Chevron over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Chevron stands at 2140.6, with a total volume reaching 2,431.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Chevron, situated within the strike price corridor from $140.0 to $195.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Chevron 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737750839_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$70.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">105</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$68.9K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">163</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.73</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$64.8K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">916</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$6.75</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$49.3K</td>
<td>748</td>
<td align="right">85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/14/25</td>
<td>$2.58</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$2.51</td>
<td>$157.50</td>
<td>$47.8K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">189</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Chevron</h3>
Chevron is an integrated energy company with exploration, production, and refining operations worldwide. It is the second-largest oil company in the United States with production of 3.1 million of barrels of oil equivalent a day, including 7.7 million cubic feet a day of natural gas and 1.8 million of barrels of liquids a day. Production activities take place in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Its refineries are in the US and Asia for total refining capacity of 1.8 million barrels of oil a day. Proven reserves at year-end 2023 stood at 11.1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, including 6.0 billion barrels of liquids and 30.4 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Chevron, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Chevron's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,577,672, the CVX's price is up by 0.1%, now at $156.17. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 7 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Chevron</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $172.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Raymond James continues to hold a Outperform rating for Chevron, targeting a price of $180. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities has decided to maintain their Hold rating on Chevron, which currently sits at a price target of $164. 
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To land in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41127976/are-you-a-rich-retiree-heres-the-net-worth-and-income-you-need-to-be-in-the-top-10">top 10% of retirees</a>, you need an average net worth of $1.9 million, according to Federal Reserve data. However, many financial experts agree that a solid net worth goal starts at $1 million – excluding your primary home&#8217;s value.
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Why exclude the house? Unless you plan to sell it and live in an RV, it's more of an asset on paper than something that funds your day-to-day life. Your net worth, instead, should include things like:
• Retirement accounts (401(k)s, IRAs, etc.)
• Investments (stocks, bonds, mutual funds)
• Real estate (beyond your primary residence)
• Other valuables minus any debts or liabilities.
The key is steady saving, smart investing and avoiding dragging debt into your golden years.
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Wealthy retirees know one secret: it's not just what you've saved; it's what keeps flowing in. Here's what typical income streams might look like:
• <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/42920272/despite-a-modest-50-monthly-increase-in-2025-americans-worry-social-security-may-not-survive-past-2034">Social Security</a>: It's not a fortune but helps cover the basics.
• Investments: Dividends and interest from stocks, bonds or mutual funds can provide a steady income.
• Rental Properties: Real estate can offer consistent cash flow, assuming you've planned well.
• Pensions: If you're one of the lucky few with a pension, it's a major bonus.
The goal here? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42468262/from-470-to-3-300-in-dividend-income-in-5-years-investor-shares-stock-portfolio-and-tips-says-its-a">Passive income</a> covers your living expenses, so you don't need to dip into your savings for everyday costs.
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Factors That Shape "Wealthy"
Retirement is deeply personal, but a few big factors can determine whether you feel wealthy or stretched:
• Where You Live: A $1 million retirement fund stretches much further in the Midwest than in coastal hot spots.
• Health care Costs: Medical expenses can add up fast. Experts estimate a 65-year-old couple retiring today will spend about $315,000 on health care.
• Lifestyle Choices: Want to travel frequently or pick up a new hobby? Those extras will affect how much you need.
Levels of Retirement Freedom
There's no universal definition of wealth, but here's a simple breakdown to help you frame your goals:
• Lean Retirement (FIRE): $800,000 to $1.6 million lets you live simply but comfortably.
• Standard Retirement: $1.5 million to $3 million gives you flexibility without too much worry.
• Luxurious Retirement: $5 million+ when you've reached the "do whatever you want" level.
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Managing Your Big Expenses
In retirement, a few expenses will take up most of your budget:
• Housing: It's often the biggest cost. Downsizing or paying off your mortgage can make a huge difference.
• Health care: Plan for rising costs here, whether it's routine care or unexpected emergencies.
• Food and Transportation: These add up, but they're easier to manage if you've handled the big-ticket items.
At its core, a wealthy retirement isn't about dollar signs but freedom. To join the top 10%, aim for a net worth of $1.9 million or more, supported by income streams that give you stability. Pay down debt, keep health care in mind and plan based on your lifestyle and where you live.
With <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/are-you-rich">thoughtful saving and planning</a>, you can create a retirement where you're not just surviving but truly thriving. Because that's what being "wealthy" in retirement means.
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The majority of the system processes have been corrected, resulting in increasing shipping rates which is reducing the backlog to normalized levels. We are addressing errors that occurred with our customers and continue to improve our processes. Our manufacturing and distribution operations are functioning at historical levels.

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Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.3% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.8%. Currently, Honeywell Intl has a market capitalization of $144.76 billion. 
Buying $100 In HON: If an investor had bought $100 of HON stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $649.96 today based on a price of $222.63 for HON at the time of writing.
<h3>Honeywell Intl's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737750279_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
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.
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Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLT#NYSE">HLT</a>): The hotel company saw strong interest from readers during the week, which comes ahead of the company's fourth-quarter earnings report set for Feb. 6. Analysts <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012425&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">expect the company</a> to report earnings per share of $1.67, down from $1.68 in last year's fourth quarter. The company has beaten earnings per share estimates in four straight quarters and nine of the last 10 quarters overall. Analysts expect the company to report fourth-quarter revenue of $2.76 billion, up from $2.61 billion in last year's fourth quarter. 
The company has beaten analyst revenue estimates in seven of the last 10 quarters. In <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41484529/hilton-worldwide-q3-earnings-beats-estimates-on-higher-occupancy-stock-dips-on-lackluster-outlook">the third quarter</a>, the company reported higher adjusted EBITDA, higher number of rooms under ownership and other key metrics. Investors will be closely watching if the quarterly results show additional growth. Barclays recently maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised the price target from $268 to $270. Argus Research also maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised the price target from $270 to $290.
Hilton shares were up slightly over the last five days and are up over 30% over the last year.
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Energy Transfer LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>): Energy stocks have been highly volatile since the 2024 presidential election. Energy Transfer was one of many stocks in the sector seeing increased interest from readers over the past week. The increased interest likely comes with President Donald Trump declaring a national energy emergency and vowing to drill more. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ET/analyst-ratings">raised their price targets </a>on Energy Transfer in December and January. More analyst action could come soon as the weight of Trump's latest energy commentary is predicted.
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Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>): The semiconductor stock saw increased interest from readers during the week, ahead of second-quarter financial results set for Jan. 29. Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of 88 cents, up from 75 cents in last year's second quarter. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in nine of the last 10 quarters. Analysts expect the company to report quarterly revenue of $4.31 billion, up from $3.76 billion in last year's second quarter. The company has beaten analyst revenue forecasts in more than 10 straight quarters. The stock has been received a mix <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LRCX/analyst-ratings">of analyst ratings </a>with upgrades, downgrades and new price target. Lam Research was also recommended by CNBC host Jim Cramer, who<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/01/43191894/jim-cramer-wont-get-in-the-way-of-this-meme-stock-calls-lam-research-so-cheap"> called the stock</a> "so cheap."
Lam Research stock was down on the trading week and shares are down 5% over the last year.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="991" height="496" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24151355/Screenshot_309.png" alt="" class="wp-image-749431" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24151355/Screenshot_309.png 991w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24151355/Screenshot_309-300x150.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24151355/Screenshot_309-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 991px) 100vw, 991px" /></figure>
Fiserv (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FI#NYSE">FI</a>): The payments and financial services company saw increased interest from investors during the week, which comes ahead of fourth-quarter financial results on Feb. 5 and after the company announced a new CEO. Fiserv announced Michael P. Lyons will become the new CEO on Jan. 27. Lyons replaces Frank Bisignano, who was selected by President Donald Trump to be the Social Security Administration Commissioner. Lyons brings over 30 years of industry experience to Fiserv including his most recent role of president for PNC Financial Services Group. Lyons also spent time in leadership roles at Bank of America. 
The new CEO takes the role shortly before fourth-quarter results will be presented. Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of $2.48, up from $2.19 in last year's fourth quarter. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in five of the last six quarters. Analysts expect the company to report revenue of $4.96 billion, up from $4.92 billion in last year's fourth quarter. The company has beaten analyst revenue estimates in five of the last six quarters. Fiserv has received several <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FI/analyst-ratings">positive analyst ratings</a> in recent weeks with Wells Fargo and Citigroup raising price targets and Seaport Global upgrading shares from Neutral to Buy.
Fiserv stock is up over the last week and shares are up over 49% in the last year.
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Digital Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLR#NYSE">DLR</a>): The data center company saw increased interest over the week, which could be related to the announcement of The Stargate Project, which includes SoftBank, OpenAI and Oracle. The plan calls for AI infrastructure to be built to help America's presence in the growing sector. Digital Realty has received several<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DLR/analyst-ratings"> increased price targets</a> from analysts in the month of January with optimism for the data center space. Goldman Sachs analyst Kash Rangan said The Stargate Project could provide a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43163656/stargate-project-microsoft-gains-oracle-waits-data-centers-face-long-term-questions">short-term boost</a> for Digital Realty, but has questions on the long-term impact.
"We see the announcement as a tactical positive, as we believe it reflects tighter supply/demand market dynamics than the market expects over the next two years," Rangan said.
The analyst said the project and other future projects could signal a shift away from outsourced data centers.
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Addus HomeCare (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADUS#NASDAQ">ADUS</a>) has been analyzed by 6 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $142.67, along with a high estimate of $150.00 and a low estimate of $136.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.33% increase from the previous average price target of $140.80.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737748878_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Addus HomeCare by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ari Wald</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Constantine Davides</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Hendrix</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Fidel</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$143.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Hendrix</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tao Qiu</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Addus HomeCare. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Addus HomeCare compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Addus HomeCare's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Addus HomeCare's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADUS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Addus HomeCare analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Addus HomeCare's Background</h2>
Addus HomeCare Corp is engaged in the provision of in-home personal care services. It operates through the segments such as Personal care segment, which is a key revenue driver, provides non-medical assistance with activities of daily living, primarily to persons who are at risk of hospitalization or institutionalization, such as the elderly, chronically ill and disabled. The Hospice segment provides physical, emotional and spiritual care for people who are terminally ill and their families. Its Home health segment provides services that are primarily medical in nature to those individuals who may require assistance during an illness or after surgery.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Addus HomeCare's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Addus HomeCare's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 7.04% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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 Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Addus HomeCare's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 6.96%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Addus HomeCare's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.16%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Addus HomeCare's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.78%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Addus HomeCare's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.05, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Deep Dive Into Addus HomeCare Stock: Analyst Perspectives (6 Ratings)

Parker Hannifin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PH#NYSE">PH</a>) has been analyzed by 11 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $741.27, a high estimate of $842.00, and a low estimate of $575.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 5.93% increase from the previous average price target of $699.80.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737748869_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Parker Hannifin. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$689.00</td>
<td>$691.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$842.00</td>
<td>$788.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Volkmann</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$810.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$703.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Hammond</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$775.00</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$691.00</td>
<td>$691.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Mehrotra</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$842.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Giordano</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$575.00</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Eade</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mircea Dobre</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$695.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Parker Hannifin. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Parker Hannifin compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Parker Hannifin's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Parker Hannifin</h2>
Parker Hannifin started out in 1917 as Parker Appliance, selling pneumatic brakes. Through the acquisition of branded components, the firm has expanded into aerospace engines, agricultural and construction machinery, freight and passenger vehicles, and industrial automation equipment. Within these larger systems, Parker sells a wide array of small, critical pieces such as hydraulic, electromechanical, climate control, and filtration components. Many of its products are designed to work together, resulting in a high rate of cross-selling.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Parker Hannifin's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Parker Hannifin's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.17%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Parker Hannifin's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 14.24% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Parker Hannifin's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.6%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Parker Hannifin's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 2.37%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Parker Hannifin's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.79. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
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.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Parker Hannifin Stock

Analysts' ratings for DT Midstream (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DTM#NYSE">DTM</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 9 analysts.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $99.67, a high estimate of $115.00, and a low estimate of $74.00. This current average reflects an increase of 17.6% from the previous average price target of $84.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737748857_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of DT Midstream by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jeremy Tonet</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Theresa Chen</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Selman Akyol</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Mackay</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spiro Dounis</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Mackay</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christine Cho</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Blum</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Selman Akyol</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to DT Midstream. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of DT Midstream compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of DT Midstream's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of DT Midstream's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DTM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on DT Midstream analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into DT Midstream's Background</h2>
DT Midstream Inc is an owner, operator, and developer of natural gas midstream interstate and intrastate pipelines; storage and gathering systems; and compression, treatment, and surface facilities. It provides multiple, integrated natural gas services to customers through interstate pipelines, intrastate pipelines, storage systems, lateral pipelines and related treatment plants and compression and surface facilities, and gathering systems and related treatment plants and compression and surface facilities. The segments of the group are Pipeline and Gathering. It generates revenue from pipeline, storage, and gathering systems, substantially all of which are located in the Midwestern U.S., Eastern Canada, Northeastern U.S., and Gulf Coast regions.
<h3>DT Midstream's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: 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.
Revenue Growth: DT Midstream'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 5.98%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: DT Midstream's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 35.48%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): DT Midstream's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.09%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.0%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: DT Midstream's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.65, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
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What 9 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About DT Midstream

Analysts' ratings for Everus Construction Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ECG#NYSE">ECG</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 5 analysts.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $76.8, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $70.00. This current average reflects an increase of 5.21% from the previous average price target of $73.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737748831_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of Everus Construction Group by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brian Brophy</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ian Zaffino</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Brophy</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ian Zaffino</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Brophy</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Everus Construction Group. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Everus Construction Group compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Everus Construction Group's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Everus Construction Group's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Everus Construction Group</h2>
Everus Construction Group Inc is a construction solutions provider, offering specialty contracting services to a diverse set of end markets across the U.S. It operates across two segments, Electrical &amp; Mechanical (E&amp;M) and Transmission &amp; Distribution (T&amp;D), and delivers services through its subsidiaries. It generates the majority of revenue from the Electrical &amp; Mechanical segment which offers a wide variety of specialty contracting services, including construction and maintenance of electrical and communication wiring, fire suppression systems, and mechanical piping and services, to customers in both the public and private sectors. Its T&amp;D segment serves electric and natural gas utility customers, as well as customers in the transportation end market, in the West and Midwest regions.
<h3>Everus Construction Group: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Everus Construction Group's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 6.07% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Everus Construction Group's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 5.49% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Everus Construction Group's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 9.79%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Everus Construction Group's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.27%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Everus Construction Group's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.63, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
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.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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What 5 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Everus Construction Group

In the last three months, 4 analysts have published ratings on Veralto (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLTO#NYSE">VLTO</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Veralto, presenting an average target of $118.5, a high estimate of $125.00, and a low estimate of $116.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $118.00, the current average has increased by 0.42%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737748821_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Veralto by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saree Boroditsky</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Veralto. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Veralto compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Veralto's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLTO/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Veralto analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Veralto's Background</h2>
Veralto Corp is company which is a provider of essential technology solutions that safeguard many of the world's most vital resources. The company operates in two segments such as Water Quality and Product Quality &amp; Innovation. Through WQ segment it improves the quality and reliability of water through leading brands including Hach, Trojan Technologies and ChemTreat. Through PQI segment it promotes consumer trust in products and help enable product innovation through brands including Videojet, Linx, Esko, X-Rite and Pantone.
<h3>Veralto: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Veralto's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.7%. This signifies 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 Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Veralto's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 16.67%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Veralto's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 12.1%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Veralto's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 3.6%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Veralto's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.35.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
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.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Veralto Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (4 Ratings)

The year of milestones, 2024, has seen an unperturbed rise in the current bull market, which is nearly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42430296/carson-researchs-50-year-study-suggests-that-the-26-months-old-bull-market-is-far-from-over">26 months</a> old. It is higher by more than 70% from the mid-October 2022 lows. As we wrap up the year with the possibility of a &#8216;Santa Rally,&#8217; let&#8217;s recap 2024&#8217;s landmark junctures.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Major U.S. Benchmarks Scale Fresh Records</h3>



The S&amp;P 500 Index has made 57 new all-time highs this year, hitting the last one on Dec. 6, 2024. Also, &#8220;2024 would go down as the best election year return ever,&#8221; said Ryan Detrick, the chief market strategist at Carson Research in a note.



&#8220;Going back 50 years, we found five other bull markets that had lasted at least this long and the shortest any of them lasted was five total years. Think of it like a cruise ship — once it gets moving, it can be quite hard to stop,&#8221; added Detrick



While the S&amp;P 500 index was up 25.96% on a year-to-date basis as of Dec. 23 close, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose by 25.82% in the same period.



The Dow Jones Industrial Average index, on the other hand, hit a record eight 1,000-point milestones this year. It started the year around the 37,000 level and breached the 45,000 level at the beginning of December. It took only seven trading days for the index to go from 44,000 to 45,000, the second fastest 1,000-point milestone ever. Following that the index also saw one of its longest 10-day losing streak, the first ever since 1974.



Dow was up 13.77% year-to-date as of the Dec. 23 close, whereas the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) gained 13.74% in the same period.



The Nasdaq 100 index which includes all the &#8216;magnificent seven&#8217; stocks, unlike Dow, rose 29.98% year-to-date as Dec. 23 close. The ETF tracking the index, Fidelity NASDAQ Composite Index ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONEQ#NASDAQ">ONEQ</a>) rose by 33.85% in the same period. Whereas, the Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose by 29.88% in 2024.



The smallcap index Russell 2000 was up 11.16% over the year, while iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) was up 10.97% in the same period as of the Dec. 23 close.



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Market Trumps The World</h3>



Among the developed economies, the S&amp;P 500 remains the best index with a 25.96% gain on a year-to-date basis, outperforming all the other developed market indices.



While the <a href="https://x.com/RyanDetrick/status/1871317802306707882">first </a>year of a new president&#8217;s term has usually been strong since 1897, the returns during year one of a second term haven&#8217;t been very good overall, said Detrick.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Returns during year one of a second term haven&#39;t been very good overall, but way better lately. Down 5 in a row, but now up 4 in a row. &#x1f914; <a href="https://t.co/aUrCbf22Gw">pic.twitter.com/aUrCbf22Gw</a>&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1871320275129967103?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Developed Markets</td><td>Indices</td><td>YTD Performance</td></tr><tr><td>United States</td><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>25.96%</td></tr><tr><td>Germany</td><td>DAX</td><td>18.36%</td></tr><tr><td>Japan</td><td>Nikkei 225</td><td>17.27%</td></tr><tr><td>Hong Kong</td><td>Hang Seng</td><td>19.71%</td></tr><tr><td>Spain</td><td>IBEX 35</td><td>12.31%</td></tr><tr><td>United Kingdom</td><td>FTSE 100</td><td>4.94%</td></tr><tr><td>Switzerland</td><td>Swiss Market</td><td>2.85%</td></tr><tr><td>France</td><td>CAC 40</td><td>-3.43%</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(As Of Dec. 23 Close)</figcaption></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Communication, Consumer Discretionary, And Technology Lead Gains In 2024</h3>



Tracking the exchange-traded funds that track the major sectors in the U.S. market, communication services emerged as the top sector for the year, followed by consumer discretionary and technology. The information technology sector has the highest weight of 31.3% in the S&amp;P 500, followed by financials a t13.9%.



BlackRock said that they see technology companies&#8217; earnings performing well in 2025. &#8220;We are overweight as the AI theme and earnings growth broaden. Valuations for AI beneficiaries are supported by tech companies delivering on earnings.&#8221;



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Cyclical Sectors</td><td>ETFs</td><td>YTD Performance</td></tr><tr><td>Communication Services</td><td>Communication Services Select SPDR ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td><td>35.97%</td></tr><tr><td>Consumer Discretionary</td><td>Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCR#NYSE">VCR</a>)</td><td>27.21%</td></tr><tr><td>Technology</td><td>Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td><td>27.01%</td></tr><tr><td>Financials</td><td>Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Financial ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPF#NYSE">RSPF</a>)</td><td>23.48%</td></tr><tr><td>Industrials</td><td>Vanguard Industrials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIS#NYSE">VIS</a>)</td><td>17.80%</td></tr><tr><td>Real Estate</td><td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td><td>0.27%</td></tr><tr><td>Materials</td><td>Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (ARC: XLB)</td><td>-0.37%</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(As Of Dec. 23 Close)</figcaption></figure>



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See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/42383725/trump-administrations-deregulation-efforts-to-lift-energy-oil-and-gas-sectors-ai-frenzy-to-aid-faang-stocks-and-nvidia-says-fintech-insider">Trump&#8217;s Deregulation Efforts To Benefit Energy, Oil And Gas Sectors, While AI Frenzy Will Boost FAANG Stocks And Nvidia, Says Fintech Insider</a>



Among the defensive sectors, utilities emerged as a winner, whereas energy was an underperformer. Consumer staples, energy, and utilities take up 5.7%, 3.4%, and 2.5% weight, respectively in the S&amp;P 500 index.



As per Morgan Stanley, the energy sector faces a divided future. Trump's deregulation could benefit traditional energy, but the outlook for oil is uncertain due to potential oversupply and weak global demand, especially from China. In contrast, natural gas may see growth from strong European demand and increased domestic use for electrification and AI-powered data centers. The clean energy sector could face challenges, if Trump rollbacks Biden's 2022 Inflation Reduction Act tax credits. However, a full repeal seems unlikely due to the benefits for Republican states.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Defensive Sectors</td><td>ETFs</td><td>YTD Performance</td></tr><tr><td>Utilities</td><td>Vanguard Utilities ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VPU#NYSE">VPU</a>)</td><td>18.23%</td></tr><tr><td>Consumer Staples</td><td>Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDC#NYSE">VDC</a>)</td><td>10.04%</td></tr><tr><td>Healthcare</td><td>Vanguard Health Care ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VHT#NYSE">VHT</a>)</td><td>0.63%</td></tr><tr><td>Energy</td><td>The Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td><td>-0.96%</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(As Of Dec. 23 Close)</figcaption></figure>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Top S&amp;P 500 Performers In 2024</h3>



Palantir was the top performer within the S&amp;P 500 index this year, as it zoomed 386.67% year-to-date, as of Dec. 23 close. Vistra and Nvidia followed Palantir to advance 269.82% and 189.95% in the same period.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>S&amp;P 500 Stocks</td><td>YTD Performance</td></tr><tr><td>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</td><td>386.67%</td></tr><tr><td>Vistra Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>)</td><td>269.82%</td></tr><tr><td>NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td><td>189.95%</td></tr><tr><td>GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>)</td><td>162.80%</td></tr><tr><td>Axon Enterprise Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>)</td><td>148.04%</td></tr><tr><td>United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>)</td><td>144.30%</td></tr><tr><td>Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>)</td><td>114.07%</td></tr><tr><td>Texas Pacific Land Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPL#NYSE">TPL</a>)</td><td>113.03%</td></tr><tr><td>Targa Resources Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRGP#NYSE">TRGP</a>)</td><td>106.40%</td></tr><tr><td>Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>)</td><td>105.73%</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(As Of Dec. 23 Close)</figcaption></figure>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Dollar Surges Over 6% In 2024</h3>



The Dollar index was up 6.72% year-to-date with a 52-week range of 100.1570 to 108.5410 per unit. If the Greenback can hold on to these gains, the currency would leave behind the second-best year since 2015.



The UDS&#8217;s demand has been rising due to the &#8220;Uncertainties arising from expected Trump's policies and hawkish comments from the Fed towards rate cycle,&#8221; said Kunal Sodhani, vice president of the global trading center at Shinhan Bank.



According to Franklin Templeton, &#8220;The Fed easing cycle will be a dominant factor for the USD. The two main comparisons we draw against the Fed cyclically, interest-rate-wise, are emerging markets, and Japan.&#8221;



WisdomTree Bloomberg US Dollar Bullish Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USDU#NYSE">USDU</a>) was up 13.24% on a year-to-date basis, as of Dec. 23 close, where as Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) advanced by 7.21% in the same period.



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S&P 500 Hits 57 All-Time Highs In Record-Breaking 2024: Magnificent 7 Drive 30% Of Nasdaq's Surge

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Financials - Broad segment of the equity market, the Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Financials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPF#NYSE">RSPF</a>) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 11/01/2006.

Passively managed ETFs are becoming increasingly popular with institutional as well as retail investors due to their low cost, transparency, flexibility and tax efficiency. They are excellent vehicles for long term investors.

Sector ETFs are also funds of convenience, offering many ways to gain low risk and diversified exposure to a broad group of companies in particular sectors. Financials - Broad is one of the 16 broad Zacks sectors within the Zacks Industry classification. It is currently ranked 2, placing it in top 13%.

<h2>Index Details</h2>

The fund is sponsored by Invesco. It has amassed assets over $271.83 million, making it one of the average sized ETFs attempting to match the performance of the Financials - Broad segment of the equity market. RSPF seeks to match the performance of the S&amp;P 500 EQUAL WEIGHT FINANCIALS INDEX before fees and expenses.

The S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Financials Index equally weights stocks in the financial sector of the S&amp;P 500 Index.

<h2>Costs</h2>

Expense ratios are an important factor in the return of an ETF and in the long term, cheaper funds can significantly outperform their more expensive counterparts, other things remaining the same.

Annual operating expenses for this ETF are 0.40%, making it on par with most peer products in the space.

It has a 12-month trailing dividend yield of 1.41%.

<h2>Sector Exposure and Top Holdings</h2>

ETFs offer a diversified exposure and thus minimize single stock risk but it is still important to delve into a fund&#39;s holdings before investing. Most ETFs are very transparent products and many disclose their holdings on a daily basis.

This ETF has heaviest allocation in the Financials sector--about 100% of the portfolio.

Looking at individual holdings, Cboe Global Markets Inc (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBOE#BATS">CBOE</a>) accounts for about 1.60% of total assets, followed by Truist Financial Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>) and Globe Life Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GL#NYSE">GL</a>).

The top 10 holdings account for about 15.42% of total assets under management.

<h2>Performance and Risk</h2>

So far this year, RSPF has gained about 14.40%, and is up about 29.31% in the last one year (as of 09/12/2024). During this past 52-week period, the fund has traded between $48.10 and $68.77.

The ETF has a beta of 1.05 and standard deviation of 13.82% for the trailing three-year period. With about 72 holdings, it effectively diversifies company-specific risk.

<h2>Alternatives</h2>

Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Financials ETF holds a Zacks ETF Rank of 2 (Buy), which is based on expected asset class return, expense ratio, and momentum, among other factors. Because of this, RSPF is a great option for investors seeking exposure to the Financials ETFs segment of the market. There are other additional ETFs in the space that investors could consider as well.

Vanguard Financials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VFH#NYSE">VFH</a>) tracks MSCI US Investable Market Financials 25/50 Index and the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) tracks Financial Select Sector Index. Vanguard Financials ETF has $9.80 billion in assets, Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF has $43.50 billion. VFH has an expense ratio of 0.10% and XLF charges 0.09%.

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