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Super Micro Computer Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares are trading higher by 25% to $41.47 since Monday&#8217;s open. The company this week released findings from an internal investigation led by its Special Committee concluding there was &#8220;no evidence of misconduct or fraud&#8221; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42290180/cleared-of-fraud-but-super-micros-visibility-into-compliance-remains-low-says-analyst">involving its management or board</a>.
What To Know: The review, supported by legal and forensic experts, assessed rehiring practices, sales and revenue recognition, export controls and related-party disclosures. While the findings were largely reassuring, they also exposed lapses in governance practices, prompting calls for structural reforms.
Key recommendations accepted by the board include appointing a new CFO to replace David Weigand and bolstering oversight with new hires such as a chief compliance officer, a general counsel and a chief accounting officer. The company also committed to expanding training programs and tightening financial controls to address identified weaknesses.
Despite these proactive measures, JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee remains cautious, maintaining an &#8220;Underweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Chatterjee <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42290180/cleared-of-fraud-but-super-micros-visibility-into-compliance-remains-low-says-analyst">highlighted two critical risks</a>: the response of Super Micro&#8217;s independent auditor, BDO, and whether Nasdaq will extend the timeline for the company to regain compliance with listing standards.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy SMCI Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Super Micro Computer &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy ‘fractional shares,' which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. For example, some stock, like Berkshire Hathaway, can cost thousands of dollars to own just one share. However, if you only want to invest a fraction of that, brokerages will allow you to do so.
In the the case of Super Micro Computer, which is trading at $41.82 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 2.39 shares of stock.
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Humana. Our analysis of options history for Humana (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUM#NYSE">HUM</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 15% of traders were bullish, while 69% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $368,917, and 7 were calls, valued at $569,390.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $260.0 to $410.0 for Humana during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Humana'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 Humana's whale trades within a strike price range from $260.0 to $410.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Humana Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733339807_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HUM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$39.7</td>
<td>$31.7</td>
<td>$35.0</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$175.0K</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HUM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.7</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
<td>$173.9K</td>
<td align="right">42</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HUM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$22.7</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$78.8K</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HUM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$22.9</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$22.0</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$74.8K</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
<td align="right">163</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HUM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$22.0</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$72.6K</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Humana</h3>
Humana is one of the largest private health insurers in the us with a focus on administering Medicare Advantage plans. The firm has built a niche specializing in government-sponsored programs, with nearly all its medical membership stemming from individual and group Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and the military's Tricare program. The firm is also a leader in stand-alone prescription drug plans for seniors enrolled in traditional fee-for-service Medicare. Beyond medical insurance, the company provides other healthcare services, including primary-care services, at-home services, and pharmacy benefit management.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Humana, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Humana's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 623,874, the price of HUM is down by -1.46%, reaching $286.87.</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 50 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Humana</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $308.0.
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Decoding Humana's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Altimmune (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALT#NASDAQ">ALT</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 ALT usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 13 extraordinary options activities for Altimmune. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 38% leaning bullish and 53% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $76,800, and 11 are calls, amounting to $506,795.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $5.0 to $15.0 for Altimmune over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Altimmune'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 Altimmune's whale activity within a strike price range from $5.0 to $15.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Altimmune Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733339802_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$102.0K</td>
<td>315</td>
<td align="right">307</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$72.4K</td>
<td>335</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.74</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$45.9K</td>
<td>68</td>
<td align="right">85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.15</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$2.15</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$43.0K</td>
<td>355</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$40.0K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Altimmune</h3>
Altimmune Inc is engaged in developing treatments for obesity and liver diseases. The Company's pipeline includes next-generation peptide therapeutics for obesity and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) (for both, pemvidutide, formerly known as ALT-801), and for chronic hepatitis B (HepTcell). The Company is managed and operates as a single business focused on the research and development of treatments for various diseases and disorders, and vaccines.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Altimmune, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Altimmune</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 8,911,145, the price of ALT is up 14.11% at $10.03. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 112 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Altimmune</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $19.0.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from HC Wainwright &amp; Co. lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $12. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $26. 
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Looking At Altimmune's Recent Unusual Options Activity

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Cava Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</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 CAVA usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 14 extraordinary options activities for Cava Group. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 35% leaning bullish and 42% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $202,732, and 9 are calls, amounting to $456,252.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $120.0 and $170.0 for Cava Group, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Cava Group'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 Cava Group's whale trades within a strike price range from $120.0 to $170.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Cava Group Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733339797_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$20.5</td>
<td>$20.4</td>
<td>$20.4</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$101.9K</td>
<td>604</td>
<td align="right">64</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
<td>$84.8K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$7.86</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$76.2K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td align="right">199</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$18.4</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$17.95</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$53.8K</td>
<td>488</td>
<td align="right">31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$49.1</td>
<td>$47.7</td>
<td>$48.4</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$48.4K</td>
<td>172</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Cava Group</h3>
Cava Group Inc owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It is the category-defining Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant brand, bringing together healthful food and bold, satisfying flavors at scale. The company's dips, spreads, and dressings are centrally produced and sold in grocery stores. The company's operations are conducted as two reportable segments: CAVA and Zoes Kitchen. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the CAVA segment.
In light of the recent options history for Cava Group, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Cava Group</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,402,978, with CAVA's price up by 3.55%, positioned at $146.88.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 83 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Cava Group</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $160.8.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Buy rating on Cava Group with a target price of $175. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Equal-Weight rating on Cava Group, which currently sits at a price target of $142. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Cava Group, which currently sits at a price target of $150. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wedbush keeps a Outperform rating on Cava Group with a target price of $190. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Loop Capital continues to hold a Hold rating for Cava Group, targeting a price of $147. 
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What the Options Market Tells Us About Cava Group

Okta Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>) shares were climbing on Wednesday after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42303322/okta-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-strong-guidance-shares-surge">upbeat third-quarter results</a>.
The company reported its results amid an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">exciting earnings season</a>. Here are some key analyst takeaways.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">BMO Capital Markets On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/585beadcb5a482000151d18b/keith-bachman">Analyst Keith Bachman</a> reiterated a Market Perform rating while lifting the price target from $103 to $105.
Okta generated revenue growth of 14% year-on-year, exceeded consensus of 11%, Bachman said in a note. "We believe Okta executed well against a macro that remains characterized by ongoing scrutiny and software rationalization, consistent with the past few quarters," he added.
The company provided a conservative guidance for fiscal 2026, which "sets an achievable bar," particularly for revenue growth of 7%, the analyst stated. "While this quarter is a step in the right direction, we continue to harbor concerns on long-term product expansion and competition," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Needham On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/601a8839a6fe6f00010c6966/mike-cikos">Analyst Mike Cikos</a> maintained a Buy rating while raising the price target from $100 to $115.
Okta&#8217;s results exhibited "improved execution, with solid performance from Large Customers, Partners, and New Products," Cikos said. The quarter indicated "early signs of product adoption," with the company's offering significantly expanding in recent quarters, as well as easing headwinds from the "COVID cohort," he added.
Investors may be "caught off-guard" by the company's preliminary guidance of revenues between $2.77 billion and $2.78 billion in fiscal 2026, which missed the consensus estimate of $2.81 billion, the analyst stated. "However, we see the preliminary outlook as just that — preliminary; which is conservative based on management&#8217;s typical approach to guidance — setting for cRPO," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Stifel On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/6022b60ca6fe6f0001873d54/adam-borg">Analyst Adam Borg</a> reiterated a Buy rating while raising the price target from $108 to $115.
Okta delivered strong results for the third quarter with all key metrics above guidance, "although several metrics including NRR and new logo additions remain softer," Borg said. The company's fourth-quarter guidance was above expectations, and its full-year guidance was raised by more than the beat, he added.
Okta&#8217;s 2026 outlook "will prove conservative as the year plays out," the analyst stated. "Given Okta&#8217;s broadening workforce/customer identity portfolio, the company plans to build out GTM specializations next year to reinvigorate growth, moves we support," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Piper Sandler On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/590783e6290fa70001409b4a/rob-owens">Analyst Rob Owens</a> reaffirmed a Neutral rating while raising the price target from $85 to $90.
Okta's subscription revenue of $651 million represented a deceleration to 14% year-on-year growth "but beat our estimate of $635M," Owens said. The company's total revenue came in higher than the midpoint of guidance by 2.5%, "slightly above last quarter&#8217;s beat but below the one-year average," he added.
The company reported cRPO of $2.062 billion, which topped the guidance midpoint by $75 million, the analyst stated. "Commentary surrounding down-sell pressures on renewals potentially easing in 2H&#8217;26 was encouraging, but clarity on the sustainable growth remains hazy," he further wrote.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/589dc33e43eaaa000122c59a/gabriela-borges">Analyst Gabriela Borges</a> maintained a Buy rating while raising the price target from $97 to $107.
Okta reported its quarterly revenues, EBIT and cRPO higher than consensus by 2%, 15% and 4%, respectively, Borges said. "New products represented 15% of bookings, up from last year as Okta has an expanded product portfolio, she added.
Its fourth-quarter revenue and EBIT guidance came in 3% and 10% above the Street, while cRPO guidance is 1% high, the analyst stated. Although management's initial fiscal 2026 revenue guidance is 1% below the Street, "we believe is consistent with investor expectations at +7% yoy," she further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Guggenheim Securities On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/587f78d077f9dd000126ef0f/john-difucci">Analyst John DiFucci</a> maintained a Buy rating and price target of $130.
Okta "easily exceeded" the consensus estimates and guided above the Street, DiFucci said. He added, however, that the company's preliminary fiscal 2026 revenue growth guidance of 7% came in below consensus of 9%.
"Although management noted that it was no longer incorporating additional conservatism into guidance due to the incident of October 2023, we estimate that a meaningful amount of conservatism is still included in preliminary FY26 numbers," the analyst wrote. 
Management indicated continued seeing pressure on seat number in deals, "but this is at least partially being offset by growth in new product sales," he further stated.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">RBC Capital Markets On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5880b6f377f9dd00011b0ab2/matthew-hedberg">Analyst Matthew Hedberg</a> had an Outperform rating and a price target of $101.
"Okta delivered another solid quarter relative to expectations," Hedberg wrote in a note, as well as that cRPO grew by 13%, higher than guidance of 9%.
The company's fourth-quarter cRPO guidance of 9% year-on-year "looks conservative," the analyst stated. "The FY/26 early look includes a sales org shift to specialized selling, a disappointing/conservative 7% revenue growth vs prior consensus at 9.6% and at least 22%/24% OI/FCF margins that was in-line with consensus," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Oppenheimer On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5937f6b185b07a0001ac364f/ittai-kidron">Analyst Ittai Kidron</a> reiterated an Outperform rating and price target of $125.
Okta's third-quarter results were strong and fourth-quarter guidance came above consensus, Kidron said. "Large customer trends and product cross-sell activity remain healthy and are offsetting ongoing macro headwinds on new customer adds (+150 QoQ) and existing customer seat/license/MAU expansion," he added.
While management maintained a cautious tone regarding the macro environment, they were increasingly positive on product and cross-sell opportunities, the analyst stated. "Consistent with this, Okta is investing (new products, GSI/channel, etc.), and evolving its GTM (specialization), which bodes well for continued near-term upside driven by existing customers," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">KeyBanc Capital Markets On Okta</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/62eacb8a9bab060001dbd41a/eric-heath">Analyst </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/62eacb8a9bab060001dbd41a/eric-heath">Eric Heath</a> reiterated a Sector Weight rating on the stock.
Okta's beat on cRPO, revenue, and margins was "solid," Heath said. The company guided its fourth-quarter cRPO $26 million above consensus versus guiding below in the prior two quarters, he added.
Management does not expect the outperformance from the initial revenue guide for fiscal 2025 to repeat in fiscal 2026, the analyst stated. "Assuming typical seasonal cRPO growth and consistent cRPO coverage, it may suggest a similar degree of upside," he further wrote.
OKTA Price Action: Shares of Okta had risen by 4.39% to $85.22 at the time of publication on Wednesday.
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JP Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth named Amazon.Com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) the top pick following a solid start to the early holiday shopping season.
Early holiday 2024 data points suggest solid U.S. e-commerce growth, with third-party estimates indicating U.S. e-commerce Cyber Week sales growth mainly in line with Anmuth&#8217;s projected +7.5% fourth-quarter U.S. e-commerce sales growth (vs. +9.8% in fourth-quarter of 2023).
Adobe and Mastercard data suggest growth exceeded the analyst&#8217;s +7.5% estimate on Black Friday, and Adobe indicated in-line growth trends during Cyber Monday and Cyber Week.
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Salesforce data implies growth in line with Anmuth&#8217;s expectations during Black Friday and Cyber Week but with softer Cyber Monday trends. Amazon announced its Black Friday Week and Cyber Monday holiday shopping period was once again its biggest ever, with record sales, record number of items sold, and customers saving billions of dollars.
Holiday 2024 marks the shortest since 2019 (27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas), but earlier promotions and deeper markdowns should continue to drive solid growth, the analyst said.
Consumers face still-elevated inflation and interest rates, though macro headwinds are broadly stable compared to a year ago.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The analyst projected U.S. e-commerce penetration at 24.5% of adjusted retail sales this holiday season, +119bps above 23.3% in 2023.
Longer-term, Anmuth noted U.S. e-commerce penetration of adjusted retail sales could nearly double from ~22% today to 40%+ supported by gains across large, underpenetrated categories such as CPG (including Grocery), Apparel &amp; Accessories, &amp; Furniture, Appliances, &amp; Equipment.
Amazon maintains a leading ~45% share of U.S. e-commerce. Anmuth noted it is well positioned during the holiday season, with strong momentum from early holiday promotions, SD1D delivery, regionalization, expansion of the Prime ecosystem, and competitive prices.
Profitero suggested Amazon prices at ~14% average discount to competitors.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Anmuth projected fourth-quarter retail revenue (non-AWS) growth of +8.9%.
The analyst modeled Amazon&#8217;s +7.6 % U.S. GMV (ex Physical Stores) growth, which is in line with his estimated +7.5 % U.S. e-commerce growth and 46.7% U.S. e-commerce share in the fourth quarter (+2bps).
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Amazon A Good Stock To Buy?</h2>
An investor or trader's decision to buy or sell a stock is unique to their time horizon and risk tolerance. Many typical investors evaluate earnings growth and valuation on a particular stock before making a decision. 
For example, for Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), you'll notice that earnings in its last quarter grew 25.44% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMZN/earnings">source</a>. As an investor, you'll want to decide whether that's better or worse than what you'd like to see among stocks in your portfolio. 
On the valuation side, Amazon.com's price to earnings ratio &#8211; a measure of how much an investor pays for the company's earnings &#8211; is compressed 50.9% in the current quarter when compared with last year. That places it above similar businesses Alibaba Gr Hldgs, PDD Holdings, MercadoLibre in its sector. You'll need to decide whether that makes it more or less attractive based on how you think the company will perform over time.
There are many different valuation metrics that may help you make a decision. Find more on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMZN">Amazon.com's quote page</a>, or if you'd like a deeper dive in an advanced program, try <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga PRO</a> for free.
Price Action: AMZN stock is up 2.35% at $218.47 at last check Wednesday.
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Shares of Shift4 Payments, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOUR#NYSE">FOUR</a>) are trading lower Wednesday after CEO Jared Isaacman announced his nomination by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as NASA Administrator. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/09/40842633/public-company-ceo-goes-to-space-is-there-risk-for-shareholders-when-billionaires-pursue-space-drea">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Isaacman, the founder and CEO of Shift4, confirmed the nomination on social media X (formerly known as Twitter), writing, "I am honored to receive President Trump's nomination to serve as the next Administrator of NASA." He also emphasized his belief in the potential of space exploration to drive advancements in manufacturing, biotechnology and energy.
Isaacman's increasing involvement in space-related ventures may have drawn attention. Recently, he participated in SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission, where he conducted a private spacewalk. These activities have potentially raised questions about his availability to lead the company and the risks posed to shareholders by his dual focus.
The news comes at a time when Shift4 has been reliant on Isaacman's leadership for its growth. Investors appear concerned about the potential impact of his departure, with today's selloff reflecting uncertainty about the company's future direction.
Shares of Shift4 have traded in a 52-week range of $42.91 to $92.30. Further updates on Isaacman's confirmation process and the company's plans for leadership may further influence market sentiment.
FOUR Price Action: Shift4 Payments shares were down 10.9% at $101.71 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga pro.</a>
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GoDaddy shares are trading higher after RBC Capital reiterated an Outperform rating on the stock and raised its price target from $190 to $230.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) shares are moving higher on Wednesday after Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintained a Buy rating on Chipotle and raised the price target from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/analyst-ratings/24/12/42317311/in-depth-examination-of-20-analyst-recommendations-for-chipotle-mexican-grill">$72 to $74</a>. 
What To Know: In his note, the analyst pointed out that Chipotle has begun raising prices at certain locations, a move he believes is being made from a position of strength.
Tthe Mexican restaurant chain has increased prices by about 2% on proteins at approximately 20% of United States locations. The analyst noted that Chipotle typically implements price increases over several weeks and therefore expects additional price hikes at other locations.
The analyst highlighted that a 50bps increase in traffic in November suggests the price hike was initiated from a strong position. Chipotle previously reported a 4% growth in traffic for September, up from 2.5% in July, a trend that continued into October.
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CMG Price Action: At the time of writing, Chipotle stock is trading 4.61% higher at $63.75, per data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Nano Nuclear Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) shares are trading lower by 2.37% to $25.98 during Wednesday&#8217;s session. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42314037/nano-nuclear-energy-inc-and-u-s-department-of-energy-doe-idaho-operations-office-sign-mou-to-site-">earlier announced</a> a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Energy&#8217;s Idaho Operations Office to explore siting, construction and operation of its proprietary ‘ZEUS' and ‘ODIN' microreactors at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL).
What To Know: NNE says these microreactors aim to deliver clean energy solutions for remote and industrial uses, supporting U.S. energy security and climate goals.
The partnership will focus on site evaluations, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing, and the development of operational and safety plans, including hazardous material management and emergency planning. 
Both parties will bear their own costs, with the collaboration emphasizing compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other regulations.
The MOU, valid for five years with a renewal option, leverages INL&#8217;s infrastructure and expertise to progress the reactors toward demonstration and deployment. NANO Nuclear leaders highlighted the agreement as a significant step in advancing innovative nuclear technologies to strengthen energy resilience and sustainability.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy NVAX Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Nano Nuclear Energy&#8217;s case, it is in the Industrials sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, NNE has a 52-week high of $37.50 and a 52-week low of $3.25.

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