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The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the types of securities suggested by its name (i.e., Water Companies). The index is a proprietary rules-based, modified market capitalization weighted, float adjusted index designed to track the overall performance of equity securities of global Water Companies listed on developed country exchanges. The fund is non-diversified.

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A. O. Smith reports Q3 results below est., cuts FY24 EPS guidance, attributing to lower sales in China &amp; NA segment, soft demand, decline in sales &amp; free cash flow.

A.O. Smith Slashes FY24 Guidance As China Woes And Weak Water Heater Sales Drag Q3 Performance

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Chinese President Xi Jinping warned against any efforts to unwind globalization in his first major remarks since Donald Trump won the US presidential election after threatening to impose tariffs as high as 60% on the world's second-biggest economy.

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"Xi Warns Against 'Going Back in History' as Trump Tariffs Loom" - Bloomberg News

Truist Securities analyst Scott Ciccarelli maintains Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $41 to $39.

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Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Advance Auto Parts, Lowers Price Target to $39

Benchmark analyst Michael Albanese reiterates OneWater Marine (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONEW#NASDAQ">ONEW</a>) with a Hold.

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Benchmark Reiterates Hold on OneWater Marine

In a move likely to lighten the load for thousands of retirees in Florida, the state has introduced a new COLA to its property tax exemptions to help seniors cope with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/06/39229358/u-s-home-prices-surge-50-jump-in-five-years">rising housing costs</a>.&nbsp;
Currently, eligible homeowners receive two $25,000 exemptions, reducing the taxable value of their primary residence by up to $50,000. With this amendment, the second $25,000 exemption will now grow yearly to mirror inflation – much like Social Security's COLA increase.&nbsp;
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For retirees feeling the pinch of inflated grocery, health care and utility costs, this tweak could mean real savings that help make ends meet.
Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, Florida&#8217;s homestead exemption – a property tax break on primary homes – will include an inflation-linked increase. In effect, the state will adjust part of the exemption amount annually to keep up with inflation, much like Social Security annually receives a COLA boost.&nbsp;
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By pegging this exemption to inflation, retirees will be protected against property tax increases, which can otherwise eat away at home equity and monthly budgets. The impact of such a policy can be huge. For example, the income limits for eligibility to exemptions rose 4.1% in 2024, widening the reach of the benefit and bringing more retirees under its umbrella.&nbsp;
Supporters see the amendment as a lifeline, especially in a state like Florida, where retirees comprise a significant portion of the population.&nbsp;
The passage of Amendment No. 5 was fueled in part by Florida's rapidly increasing housing costs. Housing prices in the state have shot up in recent years and property taxes that match these prices can quickly become untenable for those on fixed incomes.
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On the flip side, not all Florida residents stand to benefit. Property tax relief remains out of reach for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/09/40669305/your-landlord-might-be-raising-rent-using-algorithms-and-kamala-harris-plans-to-ban-it-will-she-succ">landlords</a>, for instance, who don't qualify for the exemption. Moreover, some experts fear that as property tax revenue dips, the financial burden might eventually be shifted to nonexempt residents.
Florida's homestead exemption only applies to primary residences, meaning a property must serve as a person's permanent home to qualify for this exemption.&nbsp;
Amendment No. 5 includes a carve-out for schools, ensuring they won't see a dip in property tax revenue due to the new policy. However, all other local governments, such as fire departments and utilities, may need to make up for the shortfall in other ways.
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Florida Just Introduced A Property Tax COLA For Retirees – How This Boost Could Ease Housing Costs For Thousands

Truist Securities analyst David Macdonald maintains AdaptHealth (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AHCO#NASDAQ">AHCO</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $13 to $12.

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Truist Securities Maintains Buy on AdaptHealth, Lowers Price Target to $12

Benchmark analyst Josh Sullivan reiterates Ultralife (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULBI#NASDAQ">ULBI</a>) with a Buy and maintains $14 price target.

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Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Ultralife, Maintains $14 Price Target

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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 300 points on Friday.
Shares of Despegar.com, Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DESP#NYSE">DESP</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DESP/earnings">better-than-expected third-quarter sales.</a>
The company said it sees FY24 revenue of at least $760 million and adjusted EBITDA of at least $170 million
Despegar.com shares jumped 19.1% to $17.70 on Friday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) shares jumped 43% to $18.98. Bloom Energy announced a 1 GW fuel cell deal with AEP, providing clean power for AI Data Centers.</li>
<li>Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCAT#NASDAQ">RCAT</a>) gained 22.3% to $4.9200.</li>
<li>Intuitive Machines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) gained 13% to $11.56. The company reported third-quarter results on Thursday.</li>
<li>Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) rose 12.6% to $23.77.</li>
<li>COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMPS#NASDAQ">CMPS</a>) jumped 12.5% to $5.50.</li>
<li>Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) gained 11% to $24.85. The company reported quarterly results on Thursday.</li>
<li>Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KC#NASDAQ">KC</a>) rose 10.3% to $5.13. Kingsoft Cloud Holdings will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter before the open of U.S. markets on Tuesday, Nov. 19.</li>
<li>Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) gained 7.7% to $44.40.</li>
<li>Zai Lab Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZLAB#NASDAQ">ZLAB</a>) shares rose 6.3% to $28.34. The company priced a $200 million public offering of 7,843,137 shares at $25.50 per ADS.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) gained 6% to $62.72 after the company announced it will transfer its stock exchange listing over to the Nasdaq.</li>
<li>The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) rose 3% to $112.38. The company reported quarterly results on Thursday.</li>
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer is seeking to meet with China's Xi Jinping at next week's Group of 20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, in what would be the first face-to-face encounter between British and Chinese leaders in almost seven years.&nbsp;
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Wells Fargo analyst Eric Luebchow maintains Dycom Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DY#NYSE">DY</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $200 to $215.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Dycom Industries, Raises Price Target to $215

Benchmark analyst Bill Sutherland reiterates HeartBeam (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEAT#NASDAQ">BEAT</a>) with a Speculative Buy and maintains $8 price target.

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Benchmark Reiterates Speculative Buy on HeartBeam, Maintains $8 Price Target

Goldman Sachs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) has dramatically increased its exposure to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ETFs, according to its latest 13F filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), reflecting growing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42009965/vaneck-ceo-boldly-predicts-bitcoin-at-300k-per-coin-reaching-half-of-golds-market-cap-in-the-face-of-growing-demand">institutional interest in digital assets.</a>
What Happened: The Wall Street powerhouse <a href="https://www.sec.gov/edgar/search/#/q=Bitcoin&amp;dateRange=custom&amp;category=custom&amp;entityName=Goldman%2520Sachs&amp;startdt=2024-11-14&amp;enddt=2024-11-14&amp;forms=13F-HR">disclosed</a> $710 million invested across multiple Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for the quarter ending September 30. A 13F filing is a quarterly report required by the SEC for institutional investors managing over $100 million in assets.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Major Holdings in BlackRock's Bitcoin Trust</h3>
The filing highlights Goldman Sachs&#8217; significant stake in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>), with 12.7 million shares valued at $461 million. 
This marks an 83% increase from its August holdings of 6.9 million shares, then valued at $281 million, and solidifies Goldman's position as the second-largest holder of IBIT, trailing only Millennium Management, which leads with $844 million in holdings.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Diversifying Bitcoin ETF Investments</h3>
Goldman also boosted its positions in other prominent Bitcoin ETFs. Notable increases include:
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<li>Fidelity's Wise Origin Bitcoin ETF (CBOE: FBTC): 1.7 million shares worth $95.5 million, a 13% rise.</li>
<li>Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBTC#OTC">GBTC</a>): 1.4 million shares valued at $71.8 million, a 116% increase.</li>
<li>Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITB#NYSE">BITB</a>): 650,961 shares worth $22.5 million, marking a 156% rise.</li>
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The bank also reported smaller stakes in Bitcoin ETFs offered by Invesco Galaxy, WisdomTree and ARK 21Shares.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Institutional Confidence In A Booming Market</h3>
Goldman's expanded investments coincide with record inflows into <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41869353/massive-day-for-blackrocks-bitcoin-etf-as-trading-volume-reaches-unseen-levels-with-4-1-billion-traded">spot Bitcoin ETFs.</a> BlackRock's IBIT recently surpassed the iShares Gold ETF (IAU) in net assets, an impressive milestone considering IBIT's launch occurred just this January.
The rising momentum aligns with broader market optimism for a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41770352/bitcoins-future-under-president-elect-donald-trump-a-look-at-his-crypto-policies">pro-crypto regulatory environment</a> under the incoming Trump administration, which has pledged support for crypto mining and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41986427/pennsylvania-introduces-bitcoin-strategic-reserve-act-to-invest-up-to-700-million-in-btc">national Bitcoin reserve</a>.
Goldman's aggressive moves into Bitcoin ETFs underscore the shifting landscape for digital assets, signaling increasing institutional adoption of cryptocurrency as a mainstream asset class.
To explore these developments further, Benzinga's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/">Future of Digital Assets</a> event on Nov. 19 offers in-depth insights into the evolving crypto investment landscape.
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Goldman Sachs Expands Bitcoin ETF Holdings To $710 Million

Benchmark analyst Fawne Jiang reiterates JD.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>) with a Buy and maintains $47 price target.

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Jeffrey T Diehl, Director at Paylocity Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCTY#NASDAQ">PCTY</a>), executed a substantial insider sell on November 14, according to an SEC filing.
What Happened: Diehl's decision to sell 36,133 shares of Paylocity Holding was revealed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001591698/000159169824000334//Archives/edgar/data/1591698/000159169824000334/0001591698-24-000334-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday. The total value of the sale is $7,674,132.
The latest market snapshot at Friday morning reveals Paylocity Holding shares down by 0.3%, trading at $204.89.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Paylocity Holding</h3>
Paylocity is a provider of payroll and human capital management solutions servicing small- to midsize clients in the United States. The company was founded in 1997 and targets businesses with 10-5,000 employees and services about 39,000 clients as of fiscal 2024. Alongside core payroll services, Paylocity offers HCM solutions such as time and attendance and recruiting software as well as workplace collaboration and communication tools.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Paylocity Holding</h3>
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Paylocity Holding's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -12.5% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value
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Gross Margin: The company excels with a remarkable gross margin of 68.05%, indicating superior cost efficiency and profitability compared to its industry peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Paylocity Holding's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 0.62.
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Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34, Paylocity Holding adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
Assessing Valuation Metrics:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 61.16, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 8.65 as compared to the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Boasting an EV/EBITDA ratio of 34.77, Paylocity Holding demonstrates a robust market valuation, outperforming industry benchmarks.
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Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>Delving Into the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insightful as they may be, insider transactions should be considered alongside a thorough examination of other investment criteria.
From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock.
While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>A Closer Look at Important Transaction Codes</h3>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">Investors</a> prefer focusing on transactions that take place in the open market, indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A indicates grant, award or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Paylocity Holding Director Trades $7.67M In Company Stock

Revealing a significant insider sell on November 14, Jeffrey T Diehl, Board Member at Paylocity Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCTY#NASDAQ">PCTY</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing from the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001591698/000159169824000335//Archives/edgar/data/1591698/000159169824000335/0001591698-24-000335-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday showed that Diehl sold 593 shares of Paylocity Holding. The total transaction amounted to $126,386. 
Monitoring the market, Paylocity Holding's shares down by 0.3% at $204.89 during Friday's morning.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Paylocity Holding</h3>
Paylocity is a provider of payroll and human capital management solutions servicing small- to midsize clients in the United States. The company was founded in 1997 and targets businesses with 10-5,000 employees and services about 39,000 clients as of fiscal 2024. Alongside core payroll services, Paylocity offers HCM solutions such as time and attendance and recruiting software as well as workplace collaboration and communication tools.
<h3>Paylocity Holding: A Financial Overview</h3>
Revenue Challenges: Paylocity Holding's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -12.5%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value
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Gross Margin: The company maintains a high gross margin of 68.05%, indicating strong cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Paylocity Holding's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.62. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: Paylocity Holding's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.34, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Valuation Metrics:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 61.16, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/S ratio of 8.65, Paylocity Holding's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market, particularly in relation to sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio of 34.77, the company's market valuation exceeds industry averages.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Unmasking the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however an insider transaction can be an important factor in the investing decision. 
When discussing legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
Examining transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often concentrate on those unfolding in the open market, meticulously detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Disclosed on November 14, Christopher T Jenny, Board Member at CBRE Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRE#NYSE">CBRE</a>), executed a substantial insider sell as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: According to a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001138118/000122520824009928//Archives/edgar/data/1138118/000122520824009928/0001225208-24-009928-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday, Jenny sold 8,444 shares of CBRE Group. The total transaction value is $1,144,428.
During Friday's morning session, CBRE Group shares down by 0.0%, currently priced at $132.0.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind CBRE Group</h3>
CBRE Group provides a wide range of real estate services to owners, occupants, and investors worldwide, including leasing, property and project management, and capital markets advisory. CBRE's investment management arm manages over $140 billion for clients across diverse public and private real estate strategies.
<h3>Financial Insights: CBRE Group</h3>
Revenue Growth: CBRE Group displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 14.84%. This indicates a notable 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.
Exploring Profitability:
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Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 19.74%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): CBRE Group's EPS is notably higher than the industry average. The company achieved a positive bottom-line trend with a current EPS of 0.73.
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Debt Management: CBRE Group's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.79, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Analyzing Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The P/E ratio of 42.72 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for CBRE Group's stock.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 1.19 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for CBRE Group's stock in relation to sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): The company's EV/EBITDA ratio 23.63 is below the industry average, indicating that it may be relatively undervalued compared to peers.
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Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Why Pay Attention to Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions, although significant, should be considered within the larger context of market analysis and trends.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
Navigating through the landscape of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Disclosed on November 14, Judy C Lewent, Director at Motorola Solns (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSI#NYSE">MSI</a>), executed a substantial insider sell as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: After conducting a thorough analysis, Lewent sold 6,642 shares of Motorola Solns. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000068505/000106299324019144//Archives/edgar/data/68505/000106299324019144/0001062993-24-019144-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday. The total transaction value is $3,294,301.
As of Friday morning, Motorola Solns shares are down by 0.51%, currently priced at $491.2.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Motorola Solns</h3>
Motorola Solutions is a leading provider of communications and analytics, primarily serving public safety departments as well as schools, hospitals, and businesses. The bulk of the firm's revenue comes from sales of land mobile radios and radio network infrastructure, but the firm also sells surveillance equipment and dispatch software. Most of Motorola's revenue comes from government agencies, while roughly 25% comes from schools and private businesses. Motorola has customers in over 100 countries and in every state in the United States.
<h3>Key Indicators: Motorola Solns's Financial Health</h3>
Revenue Growth: Motorola Solns displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 9.15%. This indicates a notable 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 Information Technology sector.
Insights into Profitability:
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Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 51.36%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Motorola Solns's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 3.36.
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Debt Management: Motorola Solns's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 4.96, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Valuation Overview:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current Price to Earnings ratio of 54.07 is higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 7.92 is above industry norms, reflecting an elevated valuation for Motorola Solns's stock and potential overvaluation based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): A high EV/EBITDA ratio of 34.92 reflects market recognition of Motorola Solns's value, positioning it as more highly valued compared to industry peers.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
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<h3>The Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions should be considered alongside other factors when making investment decisions, as they can offer important insights.
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0000068505">Check Out The Full List Of Motorola Solns's Insider Trades.</a>
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A.O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AOS#NYSE">AOS</a>) shares are trading lower after the company reported preliminary third-quarter results below estimates and cut its FY24 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/n41288440/a-o-smith-announces-preliminary-third-quarter-results-and-provides-revised-2024-full-year-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">EPS guidance below estimates</a>.



The company expects third-quarter sales of $902.6 million (vs. consensus of $957.73 million), reflecting a 4% Y/Y decline attributed to lower sales in China and North America's water heating segment.



Also, A. O. Smith sees third-quarter EPS of&nbsp;$0.82&nbsp;(vs.&nbsp;$0.95 estimate), down&nbsp;9%&nbsp;Y/Y.



For North America, the company sees third-quarter sales of $703 million, down from $710 million in 2023, primarily due to lower residential and commercial water heater sales in North America.



In the Rest of World segment, sales were $210 million, down 10% Y/Y, as China saw a 17% drop in local currency sales due to lower volumes of core products, while India reported a 12% increase driven by strong demand.



For the first nine months of 2024, the company generated preliminary cash from operations of $360 million and preliminary free cash flow of $283 million.



Moreover, A. O. Smith trimmed the FY24 EPS&nbsp;outlook from&nbsp;$3.95&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;$4.10&nbsp;to&nbsp;$3.70&nbsp;&#8211; $3.85 (vs. consensus of $4.06) and sales guidance to $3.80 billion &#8211; $3.90 billion <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/n39902093/a-o-smith-reports-record-sales-in-the-second-quarter" rel="noreferrer noopener">(from &nbsp;$3.97 billion &#8211; $4.05 billion earlier)</a>.



As mentioned during the second-quarter earnings call, the company witnessed rising consumer demand headwinds in July, prompting caution for the second half of the year in China.



The company stated that these challenges proved to be more severe than anticipated in the third quarter, leading to a 17% decline in constant currency sales to third parties compared to last year.



Kevin J. Wheeler, chairman and chief executive officer added, &#8221;We expect quarter-over-quarter improvement in&nbsp;North America&nbsp;water heater volumes in the fourth quarter; however, we project the softness in&nbsp;China&nbsp;will persist through the remainder of 2024.&#8221;



&#8220;As we have in the past, we are reviewing our operations in&nbsp;China&nbsp;and taking measures to optimize that business to align with the lower volumes&#8230;In&nbsp;North America, we expect improved volumes through the rest of the year. However, we remain cautious about residential and commercial water heater end market demand.&#8221;



This month, the board of directors approved a 6% dividend increase to $0.34, leading to a compound annual dividend growth rate<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/n41219493/a-o-smith-increases-quarterly-dividend-to-0-34-per-share" rel="noreferrer noopener"> of 8% over the past five years</a>.



Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Global X Clean Water ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AQWA#NASDAQ">AQWA</a>) and Tortoise Global Water ESG Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TBLU#NYSE">TBLU</a>).



Price Action: AOS shares are down 6.81% at $80.39 at the last check Friday.



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