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The Fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in component securities of the Cboe Russell 2000 BuyWrite Index (Underlying Index) or in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the economic characteristics of such component securities, either individually or in the aggregate. The Fund's 80% investment policy is non-fundamental and requires 60 days prior written notice to shareholders before it can be changed. The Underlying Index measures the performance of a theoretical portfolio that holds a portfolio of the stocks included in the Russell 2000 Index (the Reference Index), and writes (or sells) a succession of one-month at-the-money covered call options on the Reference Index.

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Many analysts believe the economy is showing signs of significant inflation. They see it in various metrics and indices that are used to track it.

But income-seeking investors still don’t have many attractive options. Yields and rates are still well below their historical averages.

This ETF Has A 10% Dividend Yield

Inflation is soaring, but from a historical perspective, rates are still very low. This has made things difficult for investors who are seeking income instead of price appreciation.

This ETF Has A 10.6% Dividend Yield

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Russell Gunther reiterates Pinnacle Finl Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $142 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Pinnacle Finl Partners, Maintains $142 Price Target

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Terry McEvoy reiterates Peoples Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEBO#NASDAQ">PEBO</a>) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $37.5 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight on Peoples Bancorp, Maintains $37.5 Price Target

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<a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/las-vegas/">Las Vegas</a>‘ newest residency isn't a musical act, it's an opportunity to taste everything <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/netflix/">Netflix</a> has to offer.
Netflix says that it will open its latest experiential project on the casino floor at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas Feb. 20: A new outpost of its "Netflix Bites" full service restaurant.
Netflix first tested out the food concept in Los Angeles in 2023, but while <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/netflix-restaurant-los-angeles-curtis-stone-1235514246/">that experience</a> lasted about six weeks and was focused mostly on dinner service, the new Netflix Bites is being described as a "residency," a longer-term project than the L.A. popup.

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'Netflix to Open Restaurant in Las Vegas Next Month As Live Experiences Business Expands' - Hollywood Reporter

Piper Sandler analyst Nathan Race maintains Peoples Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEBO#NASDAQ">PEBO</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $39 to $40.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Peoples Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $40

President Donald Trump announced a $500 billion initiative to supercharge the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">artificial intelligence infrastructure</a> in the United States Tuesday. Flanked by tech titans OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, and Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) Chairman Larry Ellison, Trump revealed the creation of a new company, Stargate, which he described as "the largest AI infrastructure project in history." 
Naturally, investors wasted no time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43111153/nvidia-and-ai-stock-rises-as-trump-announces-500-billion-stargate-ai-infrastructure-venture">reacting to the announcement</a>. Oracle, Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), and Arm Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NYSE">ARM</a>) saw notable gains, while analysts predict the dominance of AI leaders <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">like those included in</a> the Invesco Top QQQ ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBIG#NASDAQ">QBIG</a>) will continue into 2025.
Invesco Top QQQ, an actively managed ETF tied to the Nasdaq-100 Mega Index, holds stocks from the Magnificent Seven, including AI giants like Nvidia, along with semiconductor leader Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>). This ETF is poised to capitalize on the rising demand for AI infrastructure, as semiconductor companies like Broadcom gain prominence.
Morgan Stanley analyst Ed Stanley notes that companies that strategically adopt AI—particularly those in software and finance—are likely to outperform, creating a fertile ground for ETFs like Invesco Top QQQ to thrive.
Apart from the Invesco Top QQQ ETF, which debuted in December, other notable beneficiaries of this AI boom are existing ETFs like Global X Robotics &amp; AI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOTZ#NASDAQ">BOTZ</a>) and Roundhill Generative AI &amp; Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHAT#NYSE">CHAT</a>). 
Here's a closer look at the potential winners:
Global X Robotics &amp; Artificial Intelligence ETF, known for its focus on automation and robotics companies, holds stocks of companies like Nvidia. The ETF can benefit from increased demand for hardware supporting AI infrastructure.
Roundhill Generative AI &amp; Technology ETF invests particularly in companies developing infrastructure, and software that breathe life into AI. As a fund targeting the generative AI, this ETF&#8217;s holdings in companies like Microsoft and Meta.
Stargate's Ambitious Vision
Stargate plans to invest an initial $100 billion, with a long-term vision of funneling up to $500 billion into building data centers and other critical infrastructure to support AI development. The project, already under construction in Texas, aims to create 100,000 jobs and establish the U.S. as a leader in AI technology.
Ellison noted that the group's first 1 million-square-foot data center is already underway, emphasizing the need for robust infrastructure to power next-generation AI applications. Altman agreed, calling the project "the most important of this era."
Meanwhile, Elon Musk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/43121798/elon-musk-says-project-stargate-doesnt-actually-have-the-money-after-trump-announces-500-billion-ai-investment-led-by-softbank-oracle-and-openai">voiced concerns over</a> Project Stargate's funding, suggesting that SoftBank has secured far less than the ambitious $500 billion investment target.
ETFs focused on AI and technology offer a wise entry point for those looking to jump on the bandwagon. With $175 billion reportedly awaiting deployment into AI projects, the U.S. should attract significant global capital.
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Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Terry McEvoy reiterates Old National (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONB#NASDAQ">ONB</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $27 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Old National, Maintains $27 Price Target

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Trading Halt: Halt status updated at 11:50:00 AM ET: Quotation Resumption: IPO Security - Released for Quotation

Piper Sandler analyst Nathan Race maintains Nicolet Bankshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIC#NYSE">NIC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $119 to $120.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Nicolet Bankshares, Raises Price Target to $120

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Pineapple Financial shares are trading higher on possible continued strength after the company reported Q1 financial results yesterday. D. Boral Capital maintained a Buy rating on the stock.

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Terry McEvoy reiterates KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $20 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on KeyCorp, Maintains $20 Price Target

Piper Sandler analyst Patrick Moley reiterates Interactive Brokers Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBKR#NASDAQ">IBKR</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $200 to $210.

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Piper Sandler Reiterates Overweight on Interactive Brokers Gr, Raises Price Target to $210

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Arabica coffee futures have soared past $3.35 per pound in January 2025, holding near multi-decade highs after peaking at $3.48 in December, the highest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities">level since April 1977.</a>
In a note shared Wednesday, Bank of America analyst Sara Senatore said, &#8220;Coffee remains inflationary. For Q1 2025, average coffee price inflation is expected to be 75.5%.&#8221; 
She added that prices have surged 120% from 2023 lows, increasing investor concerns about Starbucks Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NYSE">SBUX</a>)&#8217; margins and pressuring the company's valuation multiple.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: Coffee Futures Hover At Near 50-Year Highs</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="506" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156-1024x506.png" alt="" class="wp-image-744985" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156-1024x506.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156-300x148.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156-768x380.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156-1536x759.png 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/22104158/image-156.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What&#8217;s Triggering The Coffee Price Spike? </h3>
The coffee market has seen supply risks materializing on its world&#8217;s top producer. 
Brazil's coffee production forecast have been downwardly revised in recent months amid weather disruptions hitting South America&#8217;s largest country. 
On Monday, Conab, Brazil's national supply agency, estimated the country's 2024 coffee harvest at 54.2 million 60kg bags, a 1.6% decline from the prior year's crop. 
The revision follows adverse weather in Minas Gerais, a key Arabica-producing region, that has constrained supply. Meanwhile, strong demand for Robusta beans, often used in instant coffee, has compounded price pressures.
In Australia, Restaurant and Cafe Association chief executive Wes Lambert said the cost of a coffee &#8220;could reach double digits&#8221; in major cities if bean prices remain elevated.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Starbucks' Hedging Strategy: A Safety Net?</h3>
Despite soaring coffee prices, Starbucks may be shielded from immediate cost increases. The Seattle-based company has long-term purchasing strategies as indicated by Bank of America.
As the world&#8217;s largest coffeehouse, Starbucks secures supply agreements more than a year in advance. The chain has a mix of fixed-price and price-to-be-fixed contracts.
Fixed-price contracts lock in costs upfront, while price-to-be-fixed agreements allow pricing flexibility until delivery. 
Starbucks relies on futures contracts and collars, which are derivative instruments that help stabilize price fluctuations, to hedge against volatile coffee costs. 
While Starbucks&#8217; hedging policies provide insulation, the company still supplements its inventory with purchase commitments, some of which remain exposed to the unpredictable swings in commodity prices. 
The question is whether sustained high prices could eventually seep into its cost structure.
Yet, Bank of America remains optimistic about Starbucks&#8217; outlook. &#8220;We believe SBUX&#8217;s brand remains fundamentally strong and there are significant opportunities to reallocate resources,&#8221; Senatore wrote in the note, maintaining a Buy rating with a $117 price target. 
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Coffee Prices Soar To Record Highs: Could Starbucks Face Margin Squeeze?

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</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 JPM, 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 15 uncommon options trades for JPMorgan Chase.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 46% bullish and 53%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $300,058, and 8 are calls, for a total amount of $855,065.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $195.0 to $300.0 for JPMorgan Chase over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in JPMorgan Chase's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to JPMorgan Chase's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $195.0 to $300.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>JPMorgan Chase Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737564406_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>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$40.4</td>
<td>$39.95</td>
<td>$39.95</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$515.3K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">129</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$68.7</td>
<td>$68.2</td>
<td>$68.2</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$95.4K</td>
<td>436</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$67.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">929</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$12.4</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$63.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.29</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$50.5K</td>
<td>344</td>
<td align="right">99</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About JPMorgan Chase</h3>
JPMorgan Chase is one of the largest and most complex financial institutions in the United States, with nearly $4.1 trillion in assets. It is organized into four major segments--consumer and community banking, corporate and investment banking, commercial banking, and asset and wealth management. JPMorgan operates, and is subject to regulation, in multiple countries.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with JPMorgan Chase, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>JPMorgan Chase's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,499,176, the JPM's price is down by -0.48%, now at $261.75. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 79 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About JPMorgan Chase</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $285.8.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on JPMorgan Chase, which currently sits at a price target of $330. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Buy rating on JPMorgan Chase with a target price of $287. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods continues to hold a Market Perform rating for JPMorgan Chase, targeting a price of $264. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities has decided to maintain their Hold rating on JPMorgan Chase, which currently sits at a price target of $268. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for JPMorgan Chase, targeting a price of $280. 
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 JPMorgan Chase with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on JPM Options

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Vistra. Our analysis of options history for Vistra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) revealed 112 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 29% of traders were bullish, while 59% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 67 were puts, with a value of $2,892,018, and 45 were calls, valued at $4,045,157.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $260.0 for Vistra over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Vistra'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 Vistra's whale activity within a strike price range from $50.0 to $260.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Vistra Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737564401_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</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>VST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$20.6</td>
<td>$19.9</td>
<td>$20.09</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$200.9K</td>
<td align="right">248</td>
<td>619</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$18.45</td>
<td>$18.81</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$188.0K</td>
<td align="right">248</td>
<td>823</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$170.5K</td>
<td align="right">190</td>
<td>276</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$154.1K</td>
<td align="right">191</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$104.0K</td>
<td align="right">191</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Vistra</h3>
Vistra Energy is one of the largest power producers and retail energy providers in the us Following the 2024 Energy Harbor acquisition, Vistra owns 41 gigawatts of nuclear, coal, natural gas, and solar power generation along with one of the largest utility-scale battery projects in the world. Its retail electricity business serves 5 million customers in 20 states, including almost a third of all Texas electricity consumers. Vistra emerged from the Energy Future Holdings bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in 2016. It acquired Dynegy in 2018.
<h3>Where Is Vistra Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 5,234,782, with VST's price up by 0.42%, positioned at $186.12.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 35 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Vistra</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $188.0.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group lowers its rating to Outperform with a new price target of $202. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from UBS continues to hold a Buy rating for Vistra, targeting a price of $174. 
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 Vistra with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

Spotlight on Vistra: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on ON Semiconductor.
Looking at options history for ON Semiconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 37% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $264,636 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $169,560.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $75.0 for ON Semiconductor over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of ON Semiconductor stands at 1408.0, with a total volume reaching 955.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in ON Semiconductor, situated within the strike price corridor from $50.0 to $75.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>ON Semiconductor Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737564396_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>ON</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$137.8K</td>
<td>33</td>
<td align="right">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$69.7K</td>
<td>982</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>$1.93</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.8K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td align="right">313</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$9.15</td>
<td>$8.95</td>
<td>$9.06</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$54.3K</td>
<td>51</td>
<td align="right">170</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$14.4</td>
<td>$14.15</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$31.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">35</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About ON Semiconductor</h3>
Onsemi is a supplier of power semiconductors and sensors focused on the automotive and industrial markets. Onsemi is the second-largest power chipmaker in the world and the largest supplier of image sensors to the automotive market. While the firm used to be highly vertically integrated, it now pursues a hybrid manufacturing strategy for flexible capacity. Onsemi is pivoting to focus on emerging applications like electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and renewable energy.
<h3>Current Position of ON Semiconductor</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,863,364, the price of ON is up 1.19% at $56.27. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 12 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About ON Semiconductor</h3>
In the last month, 4 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $71.75.
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Buying $1000 In ADSK: If an investor had bought $1000 of ADSK stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,158.17 today based on a price of $300.36 for ADSK at the time of writing.
<h3>Autodesk's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737564381_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From NYC to Shenzhen</h2>
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By this point, the device was locked and useless to whoever had it, thanks to Apple's Activation Lock – a feature designed to prevent thieves from resetting and reselling stolen phones. Despite this, the phone's destination made sense. Shenzhen is home to Huaqiangbei, a sprawling electronics market where stolen phones are dismantled for parts or reassembled into &#8220;new&#8221; devices.
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"I'm not that mad about losing this one phone," she shared, "but I wish the NYPD had looked into the Long Island warehouse before it left NY. I bet there are a ton of other phones going through this same path." Her frustration resonated with others online, as many shared similar stories of police apathy toward stolen phones.
As one person said, &#8220;And I thought only in India police are not interested in stolen phone cases. Well, this has been the same for the entire world. Looks like a nexus to bring the phone to China where tracking is difficult because of the poor treaty.&#8221;
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