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<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards STMicroelectronics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STM#NYSE">STM</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 STM usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 16 extraordinary options activities for STMicroelectronics. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 62% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 11 are puts, totaling $650,150, and 5 are calls, amounting to $255,100.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $28.0 to $38.0 for STMicroelectronics during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for STMicroelectronics's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across STMicroelectronics's significant trades, within a strike price range of $28.0 to $38.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>STMicroelectronics Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724782543_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$144.4K</td>
<td>314</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$111.7K</td>
<td>18</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$82.8K</td>
<td>665</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">374</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$58.0K</td>
<td>180</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$56.4K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">112</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About STMicroelectronics</h3>
<p>A merger between Italian firm SGS Microelettronica and the nonmilitary business of Thomson Semiconductors in France formed STMicroelectronics in 1987. STMicroelectronics is a leader in a variety of semiconductor products, including analog chips, discrete power semiconductors, microcontrollers, and sensors. It is an especially prominent chip supplier to the industrial and automotive industries.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of STMicroelectronics, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>STMicroelectronics's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,141,858, the price of STM is up by 0.35%, reaching $31.15.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About STMicroelectronics</h3>
<p>A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $41.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Bernstein keeps a Outperform rating on STMicroelectronics with a target price of $41. </li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for STMicroelectronics with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on <strong>Chevron</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) we detected 21 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 42% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 57% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 10 are puts, for a total amount of $652,588 and 11, calls, for a total amount of $944,756.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $125.0 to $165.0 for Chevron during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Chevron's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Chevron's whale activity within a strike price range from $125.0 to $165.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Chevron Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724782538_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$1.44</td>
<td>$1.39</td>
<td>$1.39</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$455.6K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$1.56</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.56</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$156.0K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.35</td>
<td>$10.55</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$106.0K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$91.9K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$89.0K</td>
<td>234</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Chevron</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Chevron, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is Chevron Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,351,591, the CVX's price is down by -0.98%, now at $147.04. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 59 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Chevron</h3>
<p>In the last month, 3 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $173.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from RBC Capital persists with their Outperform rating on Chevron, maintaining a target price of $180. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Hold rating on Chevron with a target price of $154. </li>
<li>An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Chevron, maintaining a target price of $185. </li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Chevron options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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<p>Investors with significant funds have taken a bullish position in Lowe's Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>), a development that retail traders should be aware of.</p>
<p>This was brought to our attention today through our monitoring of publicly accessible options data at Benzinga. The exact nature of these investors remains a mystery, but such a major move in LOW usually indicates foreknowledge of upcoming events.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner identified 13 options transactions for Lowe's Companies. This is an unusual occurrence. The sentiment among these large-scale traders is mixed, with 61% being bullish and 7% bearish. Of all the options we discovered, 12 are puts, valued at $673,619, and there was a single call, worth $28,375.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $247.5 to $260.0 for Lowe's Companies over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Lowe's Companies options trades today is 865.5 with a total volume of 2,971.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Lowe's Companies's big money trades within a strike price range of $247.5 to $260.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Lowe's Companies Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724782533_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/06/24</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>$2.53</td>
<td>$2.64</td>
<td>$247.50</td>
<td>$84.4K</td>
<td>12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">331</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$7.95</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.76</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$59.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">103</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$7.9</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.64</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$58.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">258</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$7.9</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.69</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$58.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">181</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$14.25</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$13.55</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$54.2K</td>
<td>197</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Lowe's Companies</h3>
<p>Lowe's is the second-largest home improvement retailer in the world, operating more than 1,700 stores in the United States, after the 2023 divestiture of its Canadian locations (RONA, Lowe's Canada, Réno-Dépôt, and Dick's Lumber). The firm's stores offer products and services for home decorating, maintenance, repair, and remodeling, with maintenance and repair accounting for two thirds of products sold. Lowe's targets retail do-it-yourself (around 75% of sales) and do-it-for-me customers as well as commercial and professional business clients (around 25% of sales). We estimate Lowe's captures a high-single-digit share of the domestic home improvement market, based on US Census data and management's market size estimates.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Lowe's Companies, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Lowe's Companies's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 522,810, the price of LOW is down -0.4% at $249.5. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 84 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lowe's Companies</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $265.4.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Overweight rating on Lowe's Companies, maintaining a target price of $272. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Overweight rating on Lowe's Companies with a target price of $280. </li>
<li>An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Lowe's Companies, which currently sits at a price target of $230. </li>
<li>An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Lowe's Companies, which currently sits at a price target of $270. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Lowe's Companies, targeting a price of $275. </li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Lowe's Companies with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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<p>Investors are increasingly eyeing the real estate sector with optimism as the Federal Reserve edges closer to initiating its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">much-anticipated rate-cut cycle.</a></p>
<p>Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have emerged as a standout performer in August, leading the market in gains while also becoming a magnet for investor inflows.</p>
<p>Five out of the 64 U.S.-listed real estate exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have collectively pulled in a robust $2.2 billion in net inflows over the past month. </p>
<p>This influx of capital represents more than half of the total inflows that these ETFs have attracted over the entire past year, as market participants increasingly bet on the real estate sector to benefit from lower borrowing costs and more favorable financial conditions ahead of the potential Fed rate cut in September. </p>
<p>Fed Chair <strong>Jerome Powell</strong>, in his remarks at the Jackson Hole Symposium, signaled that the Federal Reserve might consider lowering interest rates soon due to a noticeable cooling in the labor market. </p>
<p>"The time has come for policy to adjust," he said, adding that &#8220;the cooling in labor market conditions is unmistakable.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Fed chair also expressed increased confidence that the economy is on a sustainable path toward the 2% inflation target. </p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5 Real Estate ETFs Attract Inflows As Investors Jump On Rate-Cut Winners</h3>
<p>The<strong> iShares U.S. Real Estate ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYR#NYSE">IYR</a>) led the inflows, attracting $805.6 million in net investments over the past month—a sum that represents two-thirds of the fund's total inflows for the past year. </p>
<p>The <strong>Vanguard Real Estate ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNQ#NYSE">VNQ</a>) –&nbsp;the largest real estate ETF with $37 billion in assets under management – saw a strong recovery in August, pulling in $613.6 million and nearly offsetting its earlier outflows, bringing its yearly inflows close to breakeven. </p>
<p>The <strong>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) also experienced robust activity, with $498.6 million in net inflows over the last month. </p>
<p>Other notable performers included the <strong>SPDR DJ Wilshire REIT ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RWR#NYSE">RWR</a>) and the <strong>iShares Residential and Multisector Real Estate ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REZ#NYSE">REZ</a>), which attracted $146.7 million and $136.8 million, respectively, during August.</p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>ETF</th>
<th>1-Month Fund Flows<br />($mln)</th>
<th>1-Year Fund Flows<br />($mln)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>iShares U.S. Real Estate ETF</strong> </td>
<td>805.6</td>
<td>1,193</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Vanguard Real Estate ETF</strong></td>
<td>613.6</td>
<td>-2.8</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> </td>
<td>498.6</td>
<td>2,063</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>SPDR DJ Wilshire REIT ETF</strong> </td>
<td>146.7</td>
<td>132.8</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>iShares Residential and Multisector Real Estate ETF</strong></td>
<td>136.8</td>
<td>95.9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total</strong></td>
<td><strong>2,201.3</strong></td>
<td><strong>3,481.9</strong></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Data: TradingView, as of Aug. 27, 2024</em></figcaption></p></figure></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Real Estate Sector Benefits From Interest Rate Cuts</h3>
<p>Lower household borrowing costs and improved refinancing opportunities, fueled by expectations of declining interest rates, can significantly boost the profitability of real estate companies.</p>
<p>Real estate stocks, as represented by the VNQ ETF, have climbed 35% since their October 2023 lows, with a striking 14% gain in just the last two months, far outpacing the <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&#8217;s modest 3% rise over the same period. </p>
<p>This robust outperformance in real estate stocks aligns closely with growing market expectations for impending interest rate cuts.</p>
<p>As illustrated in the chart below, the largest real estate ETF has moved inversely to the 2-year Treasury yield, a crucial indicator of market expectations for short-term interest rates.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: Declining 2-Year Yields Fuel Rally In Real Estate Stocks</h3>
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<p>Cryptocurrency analyst <strong>Lark Davis </strong>painted a rosy picture for the long-term prospects of the crypto industry, predicting significant upside for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">next 12 months. </a></p>
<p><strong>What Happened:</strong> In a <a href="https://x.com/TheCryptoLark/status/1828046937745940499">post</a> on social media platform <strong>X</strong>, Davis stated that gold prices are currently at an all-time high. He interprets this as a bullish sign, as &#8220;Bitcoin often lags gold by a few months.&#8221; August saw gold prices spiking to all-time high levels, with a single gold bar valued at $1 million for the first time.</p>
<p>J.P. Morgan predicts gold to exceed $2,500/oz by the end of 2024, and its current <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/08/40550668/jpmorgan-predicts-2-600-gold-prices-by-2025-what-a-1-million-gold-bar-means-for-the-market">predictions forecast</a> that gold will reach $2,600/oz in 2025.</p>
<p>Davis also noted that the dollar index is &#8220;crashing&#8221;, and global M2 Supply is rising. The dollar index is at a three-week low against the yen due to Fed Chair <strong>Jerome Powell's </strong>dovish shift. It is also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/08/40548766/asia-and-europe-markets-mixed-gold-hits-another-record-high-as-dollar-hits-3-week-low-global-markets">hovering near multi-month lows</a> against the euro and sterling due to differing central bank policies and expectations of rate cuts in the U.S. </p>
<p>Polymarket traders put the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40515583/fed-rate-cut-speculation-heats-up-are-crypto-markets-in-for-a-september-surprise">odds</a> for a 25 bps cut at the September Federal Reserve meeting at over 75%. </p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="250" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/29155259/905735A6-57D3-4874-9AA1-75D037842DB3-2.gif" alt="Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference" class="wp-image-270548" /></figure></p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40560390/veteran-analyst-benjamin-cowen-predicts-bitcoin-to-rise-but-altcoins-to-outperform-bitcoin">Veteran Analyst Benjamin Cowen Predicts Bitcoin To Rise But Altcoins To Outperform Bitcoin In 2025</a></strong></p>
<p>Davis also commented on the the U.S. elections, saying usually elections are &#8220;bullish for the crypto market.&#8221; He added that "we could get a pro-crypto president in November."</p>
<p>Currently, former President <strong>Donald Trump </strong>and Vice President <strong>Kamala Harris</strong> are tied on prediction markets. Trump has voiced his pro-crypto stance and has launched his own crypto-focused project called &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40545606/trumps-crypto-project-gets-renamed-to-world-liberty-financial-warns-community-against-fake">World Liberty</a>.&#8221;</p>
<p>Davis concluded that it was a &#8220;long choppy summer&#8221; and now it was &#8220;time to buckle up.&#8221; He stated, "The next 12 months are going to be insane." In the past month, Bitcoin is trading 10% down, while <strong>Ethereum</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) has lost 21.2% of its value. </p>
<p><strong>What&#8217;s Next</strong>: The influence of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin as an institutional asset class</a>&nbsp;is expected to be thoroughly explored at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Future of Digital Assets</a>&nbsp;event on Nov. 19.</p>
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<p>Frontier Communications (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FYBR#NASDAQ">FYBR</a>) has been analyzed by 6 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $33.5, a high estimate of $37.00, and a low estimate of $29.00. This current average reflects an increase of 3.88% from the previous average price target of $32.25. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781679_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>The standing of Frontier Communications among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Rollins</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sebastiano Petti</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Batya Levi</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 Frontier Communications. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Frontier Communications compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> 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>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Frontier Communications's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FYBR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Frontier Communications analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Frontier Communications</h2>
<p>Frontier Communications Parent Inc offers a variety of services to residential and business customers over its fiber-optic and copper networks, including video, high-speed internet, advanced voice, and Frontier Secure digital protection solutions. It offers communications solutions to small, medium, and enterprise businesses.</p>
<h3>A Deep Dive into Frontier Communications's Financials</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Frontier Communications's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>2.66%</strong>. This signifies 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 Communication Services sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>-8.39%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Frontier Communications's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>-2.37%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Frontier Communications's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of <strong>-0.61%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Frontier Communications's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>2.19</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


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<p>In the preceding three months, 5 analysts have released ratings for BXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BXP#NYSE">BXP</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for BXP, presenting an average target of $70.4, a high estimate of $77.00, and a low estimate of $62.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 3.23% increase from the previous average price target of $68.20.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781657_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive BXP. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Anderson</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to BXP. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of BXP compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for BXP's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into BXP's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BXP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on BXP analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Discovering BXP: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>BXP Inc. owns over 180 properties consisting of approximately 53 million rentable square feet of space. The portfolio is dominated by office buildings and is spread across major cities such as New York, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, and the Washington, D.C., region. The real estate investment trust also owns limited retail, hotel, and residential properties.</p>
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: BXP's Finances</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> BXP's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>4.08%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of <strong>9.36%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> BXP's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of <strong>1.37%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> BXP's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>0.31%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> BXP's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at <strong>2.78</strong>. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Expert Outlook: BXP Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

<p>High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note.<br />
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in IBM often signals that someone has privileged information.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for IBM. This is not a typical pattern.</p>
<p>The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 62% bullish and 25% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $288,000, and 7 calls, totaling $298,514.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $100.0 to $230.0 for IBM over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for IBM's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across IBM's significant trades, within a strike price range of $100.0 to $230.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>IBM Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781654_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$288.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">503</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.15</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$75.6K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$52.5</td>
<td>$52.1</td>
<td>$52.39</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$52.3K</td>
<td>194</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$13.65</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$13.53</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$43.2K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$38.7</td>
<td>$38.7</td>
<td>$38.7</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$38.7K</td>
<td>475</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">14</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About IBM</h3>
<p>IBM looks to be a part of every aspect of an enterprise's IT needs. The company primarily sells software, IT services, consulting, and hardware. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 350,000 people. The company has a robust roster of 80,000 business partners to service 5,200 clients, which includes 95% of all Fortune 500. While IBM is a B2B company, IBM's outward impact is substantial. For example, IBM manages 90% of all credit card transactions globally and is responsible for 50% of all wireless connections in the world.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of IBM, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of IBM</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,123,528, the IBM's price is up by 0.38%, now at $198.74. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 57 days.</li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest IBM options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


IBM Unusual Options Activity

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Gilead Sciences. Our analysis of options history for Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GILD#NASDAQ">GILD</a>) revealed 10 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 20% of traders were bullish, while 50% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 8 were puts, with a value of $310,182, and 2 were calls, valued at $112,717.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $60.0 and $79.0 for Gilead Sciences, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Gilead Sciences'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 Gilead Sciences's whale trades within a strike price range from $60.0 to $79.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Gilead Sciences Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781649_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GILD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$0.73</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$69.0K</td>
<td>86</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GILD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$5.72</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$59.6K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GILD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.73</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$44.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>370</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GILD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$17.46</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>889</td>
<td>25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GILD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.65</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$40.2K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>640</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Gilead Sciences</h3>
<p>Gilead Sciences develops and markets therapies to treat life-threatening infectious diseases, with the core of its portfolio focused on HIV and hepatitis B and C. Gilead's acquisition of Pharmasset brought rights to hepatitis C drug Sovaldi, which is also part of newer combination regimens that remain standards of care. Gilead is also growing its presence in the oncology market via acquisitions, led by CAR-T cell therapy Yescarta/Tecartus (from Kite) and breast and bladder cancer therapy Trodelvy (from Immunomedics).</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Gilead Sciences, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Gilead Sciences's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,387,168, the GILD's price is down by -0.05%, now at $76.92. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 70 days.</li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Gilead Sciences options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


GILD

Decoding Gilead Sciences's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Coinbase Glb (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</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 COIN usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 62 extraordinary options activities for Coinbase Glb. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 48% leaning bullish and 40% bearish. Among these notable options, 23 are puts, totaling $975,035, and 39 are calls, amounting to $3,498,325.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $120.0 to $500.0 for Coinbase Glb during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Coinbase Glb's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Coinbase Glb's whale activity within a strike price range from $120.0 to $500.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Coinbase Glb Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781644_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$38.55</td>
<td>$35.8</td>
<td>$37.5</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$375.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">599</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$9.45</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$232.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">47</td>
<td>513</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/30/24</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$197.50</td>
<td>$231.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">394</td>
<td>998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$215.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">47</td>
<td>260</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$192.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">47</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Coinbase Glb</h3>
<p>Founded in 2012, Coinbase is the leading cryptocurrency exchange platform in the United States. The company intends to be the safe and regulation-compliant point of entry for retail investors and institutions into the cryptocurrency economy. Users can establish an account directly with the firm, instead of using an intermediary, and many choose to allow Coinbase to act as a custodian for their cryptocurrency, giving the company breadth beyond that of a traditional financial exchange. While the company still generates the majority of its revenue from transaction fees charged to its retail customers, Coinbase uses internal investment and acquisitions to expand into adjacent businesses, such as prime brokerage and data analytics.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Coinbase Glb, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is Coinbase Glb Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 3,997,112, with COIN's price down by -3.71%, positioned at $196.44.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 65 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Coinbase Glb</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $272.2.</p>
<ul>
<li>In a cautious move, an analyst from JMP Securities downgraded its rating to Market Outperform, setting a price target of $320. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Underweight rating on Coinbase Glb with a target price of $206. </li>
<li>An analyst from Canaccord Genuity downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $280. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Compass Point keeps a Buy rating on Coinbase Glb with a target price of $295. </li>
<li>An analyst from Needham has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $260. </li>
</ul>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Coinbase Glb, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


COIN

Check Out What Whales Are Doing With COIN

<p>18 analysts have shared their evaluations of FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $115.44, a high estimate of $150.00, and a low estimate of $90.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 22.4% from the previous average price target of $94.31.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781637_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive FTAI Aviation. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andre Madrid</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andre Madrid</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kristine Liwag</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Frank Galanti</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hillary Cacanando</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Herbert</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kristine Liwag</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christian Wetherbee</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Herbert</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Sullivan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hillary Cacanando</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to FTAI Aviation. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of FTAI Aviation compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of FTAI Aviation's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of FTAI Aviation's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FTAI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on FTAI Aviation analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About FTAI Aviation</h2>
<p>FTAI Aviation Ltd is a aerospace company .It owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 engines. FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. It invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.</p>
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of FTAI Aviation</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Highlights:</strong> Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> FTAI Aviation's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>61.69%</strong>. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> FTAI Aviation's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>-51.44%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> FTAI Aviation's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>-185.29%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> FTAI Aviation's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>-6.89%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> FTAI Aviation's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at <strong>44.34</strong>. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.</p>
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


FTAI

A Closer Look at 18 Analyst Recommendations For FTAI Aviation

<p>Crown Castle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCI#NYSE">CCI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.54% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.93%. Currently, Crown Castle has a market capitalization of $49.13 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In CCI:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of CCI stock 20 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$7,872.56</strong> today based on a price of $113.05 for CCI at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Crown Castle's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781616_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Trading Ideas

$1000 Invested In Crown Castle 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<p>In the preceding three months, 7 analysts have released ratings for Vericel (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCEL#NASDAQ">VCEL</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $57.43, along with a high estimate of $60.00 and a low estimate of $55.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 3.29% increase from the previous average price target of $55.60.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724781615_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>A clear picture of Vericel's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Jennings</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Caitlin Cronin</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>George Sellers</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Swayampakula Ramakanth</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Samuel Brodovsky</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Jennings</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Vericel. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Vericel compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Vericel's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Vericel's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VCEL/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Vericel analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Vericel</h2>
<p>Vericel Corp is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company, specialized in various therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care markets. It markets two cell therapy products in the United States, MACI (autologous cultured chondrocytes on porcine collagen membrane) and Epicel (cultured epidermal autografts). The company operates in one reportable segment: the research, product development, manufacture, and distribution of patient-specific, expanded cellular therapies for use in the treatment of specific diseases.</p>
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Vericel's Finances</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.</p>
<p><strong>Positive Revenue Trend:</strong> Examining Vericel's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of <strong>14.68%</strong> as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Vericel's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>-8.89%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Vericel's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>-1.96%</strong> ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Vericel's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>-1.28%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Vericel's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.39</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
<p>Some analysts 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.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


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<p><strong>Buying $1000 In DXCM:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of DXCM stock 15 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$37,830.95</strong> today based on a price of $72.73 for DXCM at the time of writing.</p>
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<p><strong>NuZee Inc</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUZE#NASDAQ">NUZE</a>) shares are trading lower by 11% to $1.41 Tuesday afternoon after the company entered into an agreement to issue and sell convertible notes worth <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318548282&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=NUZE&amp;cdn=5341c6b5555e2108069e133ba0c698d5&amp;companyName=NuZee+Inc.&amp;formType=8-K&amp;formDescription=Current+report+pursuant+to+Section+13+or+15%28d%29&amp;dateFiled=2024-08-26">$1.3 million</a>.</p>
<p>The notes carry a 7% annual interest rate and mature in one year. Conversion of the notes into common stock is contingent upon shareholder approval, with a conversion price set at 94 cents per share. </p>
<p>Additionally, NuZee entered into a Registration Rights Agreement, committing to register the shares underlying the notes within a specific timeframe. </p>
<p>The full details of these agreements are included in the company&#8217;s official filings.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Should I Sell My NUZE Stock?</h2>
<p>When deciding to hold on to or sell a stock, investors should consider their time horizon, unrealized gains and total return.</p>
<p>Shares of Nuzee have decreased by 81.63% in the past year. An investor who bought shares of Nuzee at the beginning of the year would take a loss of $1.08 per share if they sold it today. The stock has fallen 60.56% over the past month, meaning an investor who bought shares on Jul. 1 would see a capital loss of $0.18.</p>
<p>Investors may also consider market dynamics. The Relative Strength Index can be used to indicate whether a stock is overbought or oversold. Nuzee stock currently has an RSI of 15.11, indicating oversold conditions.</p>
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<p>NUZE has a 52-week high of $12.39 and a 52-week low of $1.01.</p>


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