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<p>In a shortened trading week for the Thanksgiving holiday, President-elect <strong>Donald Trump</strong> sent shockwaves through the markets by announcing plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada alongside a 10% hike on Chinese goods. These measures, he indicated, aim to pressure these countries to address drug <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/currency-etfs/24/11/42190765/trumps-tariff-threats-slam-mexican-peso-canadian-dollar-only-the-beginning-of-a-sorely-needed-repricing-expert-warns">trafficking and illegal immigration.</a></p>
<p>Currency markets reacted swiftly, with the Mexican peso and Canadian dollar plunging to two-year and four-year lows, respectively, before stabilizing as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42202496/goldman-sachs-expects-major-selloffs-in-canadian-dollar-mexican-peso-says-trump-tariffs-threaten-usmca-agreement">investors reassessed the risks.</a></p>
<p>The escalating trade tensions took a toll <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42219612/usmexico-trade-tensions-escalate-as-mexican-peso-hits-august-2022-lows-why-is-auto-industry-most-at-risk">on U.S. automaker stocks,</a> particularly <strong>General Motors Company</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), which relies heavily on Mexican production. GM shares tumbled nearly 5% on the week, snapping a three-week winning streak.</p>
<p>Despite the looming risks of a new trade war, broader equity markets remained resilient. The S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both extended their record highs, reflecting investor appetite in a historical positive season for stocks.</p>
<p>Small-cap stocks, tracked by the Russell 2000 via the <strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>), also surged, hitting fresh all-time highs on Monday and surpassing their previous<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42176317/exclusive-small-caps-hit-records-yet-russell-2000-is-still-very-discounted-relative-to-the-sp-500-expert-says"> peak from November 2021.</a></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs Hit Automakers</h3>
<p>S&amp;P Global estimates that tariffs on Mexico and Canada could slash U.S. automakers' profit margins by as much as 17% in a worst-case scenario. General Motors and Stellantis are expected to be the hardest hit given heavy reliance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42247850/gm-other-us-automakers-brace-for-sharp-profit-squeeze-from-trump-tariffs-analysts">on Mexican auto exports.</a></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Seasonal Stock Rally</h3>
<p>The&nbsp;stock market often excels during the holiday season. Data shows the S&amp;P 500 historically rises 1.5% in December, with November delivering a 1.2% gain on average since 1950. Analysts attribute this to strong retail spending, end-of-year portfolio adjustments and positive sentiment, making it a historically <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42170135/its-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year-for-the-stock-market-history-says">favorable period for investors.</a></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mortgage Rates Reality</h3>
<p>Compass CEO <strong>Robert Reffkin</strong> indicated that homebuyers are adjusting to the reality of 7% mortgage rates. As affordability pressures ease and inventory remains tight, he expects demand to stabilize. The normalization process could help the mortgage market regain momentum despite challenges posed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/11/42235592/we-cant-go-much-lower-compass-ceo-says-home-buyers-are-coming-around-to-accepting-7-mortgage-rates">by elevated borrowing costs.</a></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fed's Disinflation Confidence</h3>
<p>The Federal Reserve&#8217;s November meeting minutes reveal officials&#8217; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42198763/fed-minutes-reveal-confidence-in-inflation-reduction-yet-flag-divergent-views-on-interest-rate-path-ahead">confidence in declining inflation.</a> Markets anticipate a greater likelihood of a 0.25% interest rate cut next month.</p>
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Trump's Proposed Tariffs Target Mexico, Canada, US Automakers; Wall Street Shrugs Off Concerns, Soars To Record Highs: This Week In The Markets

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Astera Labs. Our analysis of options history for Astera Labs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALAB#NASDAQ">ALAB</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 30% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $240,429, and 10 were calls, valued at $514,246.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $60.0 to $110.0 for Astera Labs over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Astera Labs's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Astera Labs's significant trades, within a strike price range of $60.0 to $110.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Astera Labs Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732908646_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 align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ALAB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$108.3K</td>
<td>66</td>
<td align="right">197</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALAB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$10.19</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$103.5K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALAB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$102.0K</td>
<td>66</td>
<td align="right">386</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALAB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$40.3</td>
<td>$36.8</td>
<td>$38.46</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$76.9K</td>
<td>549</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALAB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$11.3</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$10.76</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$54.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td align="right">90</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Astera Labs</h3>
<p>Astera Labs Inc is a company that offers an Intelligent Connectivity Platform, comprised of Semiconductor-based, high-speed mixed-signal connectivity products that integrate a matrix of microcontrollers and sensors. COSMOS, their software suite which is embedded in its connectivity products and integrated into their customers' systems. The Company delivers critical connectivity performance, enables flexibility and customization, and supports observability and predictive analytics. This approach addresses the data, network, and memory bottlenecks, scalability, and other infrastructure requirements of hyperscalers and system original equipment manufacturers.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Astera Labs</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,912,993, the price of ALAB is up by 4.12%, reaching $103.7.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 115 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Astera Labs</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $98.2.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Astera Labs with a target price of $94.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Craig-Hallum persists with their Buy rating on Astera Labs, maintaining a target price of $105.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Astera Labs, maintaining a target price of $87.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Roth MKM has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Astera Labs, which currently sits at a price target of $105.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Stifel continues to hold a Buy rating for Astera Labs, targeting a price of $100. </p>
<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 Astera Labs options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Smart Money Is Betting Big In ALAB Options

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Energy Transfer</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ET, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 40 uncommon options trades for Energy Transfer.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 60% bullish and 32%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $55,800, and 38 are calls, for a total amount of $4,059,189.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $10.0 to $27.0 for Energy Transfer over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Energy Transfer's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Energy Transfer's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $10.0 to $27.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Energy Transfer 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732908641_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><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$788.0K</td>
<td>12.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$480.0K</td>
<td>35.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.91</td>
<td>$0.86</td>
<td>$0.87</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$435.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$366.6K</td>
<td>35.4K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$8.55</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$201.9K</td>
<td>12.4K</td>
<td>204</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Energy Transfer</h3>
<p>Energy Transfer owns one of the largest portfolios of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquid assets in the US, primarily in Texas and the US midcontinent region. Its pipeline network totals 130,000 miles. It also owns gathering and processing facilities, one of the largest fractionation facilities in the US, fuel distribution assets, and the Lake Charles gas liquefaction facility. It combined its publicly traded limited and general partnerships in October 2018.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Energy Transfer, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Energy Transfer's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 16,063,956, the price of ET is up 2.32% at $19.87. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<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 Energy Transfer with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Decoding Energy Transfer's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Wayfair</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with W, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Wayfair.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 75% bullish and 12%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $154,860, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $198,386.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $40.0 to $55.0 for Wayfair during the past quarter. </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 Wayfair'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 Wayfair's whale trades within a strike price range from $40.0 to $55.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Wayfair 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732908636_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</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 align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.25</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$94.3K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">121</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$12.95</td>
<td>$12.9</td>
<td>$12.9</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$56.7K</td>
<td>40</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$2.02</td>
<td>$1.93</td>
<td>$2.02</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$42.0K</td>
<td>340</td>
<td align="right">268</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$2.14</td>
<td>$1.99</td>
<td>$1.99</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$39.5K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td>340</td>
<td align="right">652</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Wayfair</h3>
<p>Wayfair engages in e-commerce in the United States (87% of 2023 sales), Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Ireland. It's also embarked on expansion into the brick-and-mortar landscape, with a handful of stores between the AllModern, Birch Lane, Joss &amp; Main, and Wayfair banners. At the end of 2023, the firm offered more than 30 million products from more than 20,000 suppliers under the brands Wayfair, Joss &amp; Main, AllModern, Birch Lane, and Perigold. Its offerings include furniture, everyday and seasonal decor, decorative accents, housewares, and other home goods. Wayfair was founded in 2002 and began trading publicly in 2014.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Wayfair, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Wayfair</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,250,184, the W's price is up by 2.03%, now at $46.33. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 83 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Wayfair</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $52.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Baird keeps a Neutral rating on Wayfair with a target price of $50.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities persists with their Buy rating on Wayfair, maintaining a target price of $55.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Mizuho continues to hold a Outperform rating for Wayfair, targeting a price of $60.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from BMO Capital has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Wayfair, which currently sits at a price target of $50.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wedbush keeps a Outperform rating on Wayfair with a target price of $45. </p>
<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 Wayfair, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


Check Out What Whales Are Doing With Wayfair

<p>As the green transition accelerates, demand for copper has surged, driven by its critical role in renewable energy infrastructure, electric vehicles (EVs), and power grids. Despite companies scrambling to launch new mines, the shortage of copper could reach millions of metric tons by 2035, prompting scientists and engineers to explore <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/aluminum">alternatives like aluminum.</a></p>
<p>Aluminum shares many of copper&#8217;s desirable properties, including high conductivity and corrosion resistance. The Earth's crust contains as much as 8.1% aluminum, which forms in bauxite ore, making it the most abundant metal on the planet. Meanwhile, copper deposits form through the mineralization of primary ore deposits deeper below the surface, making them harder to find and extract and less abundant.</p>
<p>Aluminum&#8217;s applications extend beyond EVs to power grids and renewable energy systems, like overhead power lines, solar panel frames, and wind turbine components. While subsea cables and critical transformer windings still favor copper for its superior conductivity and resistance to fatigue, aluminum&#8217;s role in renewable energy is growing.</p>
<p>Per <strong>Auke Hoekstra</strong>, a researcher from the University of Eindhoven, &#8220;almost all copper in electric vehicles can be replaced by <a href="https://www.shapesbyhydro.com/en/material-properties/how-we-can-substitute-aluminium-for-copper-in-the-green-transition/">aluminum</a>, from the motor windings to the wire harness.&#8221; However, despite its lighter weight, which makes it advantageous in fuel efficiency, aluminum has just 60% of copper&#8217;s conductivity.</p>
<p>Furthermore, aluminum production is energy-intensive, requiring between 13 to 15 megawatt hours to produce one metric ton of molten aluminum. Additionally, aluminum has higher creep rates and oxidation tendencies, imposing design restrictions and material treatment challenges. </p>
<p>Therefore, copper remains the material of choice for high-demand scenarios requiring durability and compactness, such as underground power lines, high-voltage transformers, and dense circuit boards.</p>
<p>In 2022, a team of researchers led by <strong>Keerti Kappagantula</strong> of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory worked on <a href="https://www.pnnl.gov/news-media/cooking-conductive-alternative-copper-aluminum">increasing</a> aluminum's conductivity through simulations that altered the metal's structure, removing or rearranging individual atoms. Still, Kappagantula's recent <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&amp;user=-ixY5zAAAAAJ&amp;view_op=list_works&amp;sortby=pubdate">work</a> indicates that the focus has switched to graphene, a carbon allotrope and the strongest material ever measured on the microscopic scale. </p>
<p>The material's popularity is notably present in the  <strong>U.S. Department of Energy's</strong> ongoing multi-million-dollar <a href="https://www.nrel.gov/news/program/2023/stage-2-winners-of-a-manufacturing-prize-are-supercharging-u-s-industries.html">competition</a> to develop conductivity-enhanced materials. Three out of seven competitors focus on copper-composite materials, two of which include graphene.</p>
<p>By introducing graphene, researchers aim to reduce resistance at the atomic level, unlocking new efficiencies while preserving copper&#8217;s inherent advantages. In a Net Zero world, there are two options: increase copper supply or maximize efficiency.</p>
<p>The <strong>Global X Copper Miners ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COPX#NYSE">COPX</a>) has underperformed the market year-to-date, returning 13.40%. Its P/E ratio is 10.90x, well below the S&amp;P 500 30.4x ratio.</p>
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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>GE Aero</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for GE Aero (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) we detected 27 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 44% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 18 are puts, for a total amount of $1,174,902 and 9, calls, for a total amount of $272,060.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $170.0 to $190.0 for GE Aero over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 GE Aero'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 GE Aero's whale trades within a strike price range from $170.0 to $190.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>GE Aero Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732907742_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</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 align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.68</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$170.0K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td align="right">554</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.78</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$75.7K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td align="right">620</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.79</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$75.5K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td align="right">565</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$13.75</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.75</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$75.3K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td align="right">675</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$14.05</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$69.6K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About GE Aero</h3>
<p>GE Aerospace is the global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing large aircraft engines, along with partner Safran in their CFM joint venture. With its massive global installed base of nearly 70,000 commercial and military engines, GE Aerospace earns most of its profits on recurring service revenue of that equipment, which operates for decades. GE Aerospace is the remaining core business of the company formed in 1892 with historical ties to American inventor Thomas Edison; that company became a storied conglomerate with peak revenue of $130 billion in 2000. GE spun off its appliance, finance, healthcare, and wind and power businesses between 2016 and 2024.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding GE Aero, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>GE Aero's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,051,996, the price of GE is up by 0.86%, reaching $182.16.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 53 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<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 GE Aero, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


GE Aero's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on <strong>AbbVie</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ABBV, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for AbbVie.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 75%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $212,565, and 6 are calls, for a total amount of $256,922.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</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 $175.0 and $190.0 for AbbVie, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Analyzing 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 AbbVie'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 AbbVie's whale activity within a strike price range from $175.0 to $190.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>AbbVie Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732907738_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</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 align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$20.1</td>
<td>$20.0</td>
<td>$20.05</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$174.4K</td>
<td>664</td>
<td align="right">87</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$1.93</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>$187.50</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>447</td>
<td align="right">431</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.7</td>
<td>$9.7</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$42.6K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$8.26</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$41.3K</td>
<td>481</td>
<td align="right">77</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About AbbVie</h3>
<p>AbbVie is a pharmaceutical firm with a strong exposure to immunology (with Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq) and oncology (with Imbruvica and Venclexta). The company was spun off from Abbott in early 2013. The 2020 acquisition of Allergan added several new products and drugs in aesthetics (including Botox).</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of AbbVie</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 2,710,151, the price of ABBV is down -0.11% at $182.88. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 63 days.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<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 AbbVie, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


ABBV

Spotlight on AbbVie: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

<p>High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on Teva Pharmaceutical Indus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEVA#NYSE">TEVA</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 TEVA often signals that someone has privileged information.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 25 options trades for Teva Pharmaceutical Indus. This is not a typical pattern.</p>
<p>The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 24% bullish and 60% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $48,400, and 24 calls, totaling $1,648,118.</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 $17.0 to $30.0 for Teva Pharmaceutical Indus during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Teva Pharmaceutical Indus's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Teva Pharmaceutical Indus's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $17.0 to $30.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Teva Pharmaceutical Indus Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732907733_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><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TEVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.61</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$418.3K</td>
<td>30</td>
<td>20.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TEVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$117.1K</td>
<td>17</td>
<td>18.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TEVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$107.2K</td>
<td>30</td>
<td>9.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TEVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$85.2K</td>
<td>30</td>
<td>21.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TEVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$67.9K</td>
<td>22.5K</td>
<td>13.4K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Teva Pharmaceutical Indus</h3>
<p>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, based in Israel, is the leading generic drug manufacturer in the world. Teva derives half of its sales from North America and makes up a high-single-digit percentage of the total number of generic prescriptions in the US. It also has a significant presence in Europe, Japan, Russia, and Israel. Besides generics, Teva has a portfolio of innovative medicines and biosimilars in three main therapeutic areas: central nervous system with Copaxone, Ajovy, and Austedo; respiratory with Qvar and ProAir; and oncology with Truxima, Herzuma, and Bendeka/Treanda. Teva also sells active pharmaceutical ingredients, offers contract manufacturing services, and owns Anda, a US-based generic and specialty drug distributor.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Teva Pharmaceutical Indus, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Teva Pharmaceutical Indus</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,067,042, the price of TEVA is up by 0.3%, reaching $16.62.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 61 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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<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 Teva Pharmaceutical Indus with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


TEVA

Teva Pharmaceutical Indus Unusual Options Activity

<p><strong>Salesforce, Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) will release earnings results for the third quarter, after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/crm/earnings">closing bell, on Tuesday, Dec. 3</a>.</p>
<p>Analysts expect the San Francisco, California-based company to report quarterly earnings at $2.44 per share, up from $2.11 per share in the year-ago period. Salesforce projects to report quarterly revenue of $9.35 billion, compared to $8.72 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
<p>On Nov. 27, Citigroup analyst Tyler Radke maintained Salesforce with a Neutral and raised the price target from $290 to $368.</p>
<p>With the recent buzz around Salesforce ahead of quarterly earnings, some investors may be eyeing potential gains from the company's dividends too. As of now, Salesforce offers an annual dividend yield of 0.48%, which is a quarterly dividend amount of 40 cents per share ($1.60 a year).</p>
<p>To figure out how to earn $500 monthly from Salesforce, we start with the yearly target of $6,000 ($500 x 12 months).</p>
<p>Next, we take this amount and divide it by Salesforce's $1.60 dividend: $6,000 / $1.60 = 3,750 shares.</p>
<p><strong>So, an investor would need to own approximately $1,237,538 worth of Salesforce, or 3,750 shares to generate a monthly dividend income of $500.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Assuming a more conservative goal of $100 monthly ($1,200 annually), we do the same calculation: $1,200 / $1.60 = 750 shares, or $247,508 to generate a monthly dividend income of $100.</strong></p>
<p>Note that dividend yield can change on a rolling basis, as the dividend payment and the stock price both fluctuate over time.</p>
<p>The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the current stock price. As the stock price changes, the dividend yield will also change.</p>
<p>For example, if a stock pays an annual dividend of $2 and its current price is $50, its dividend yield would be 4%. However, if the stock price increases to $60, the dividend yield would decrease to 3.33% ($2/$60).</p>
<p>Conversely, if the stock price decreases to $40, the dividend yield would increase to 5% ($2/$40).</p>
<p>Further, the dividend payment itself can also change over time, which can also impact the dividend yield. If a company increases its dividend payment, the dividend yield will increase even if the stock price remains the same. Similarly, if a company decreases its dividend payment, the dividend yield will decrease.</p>
<p>C<strong>RM Price Action:</strong> Shares of Salesforce closed slightly lower at $329.99 Friday. </p>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/esg">ESG investing space</a> had its ups and downs in 2024. Sustainable assets saw a 7% increase in AUM to $3.2 billion.</p>
<p>While the year has been challenging for ESG equity funds, particularly with underperformance in the first half, JPMorgan analysts are looking to 2025 with optimism. </p>
<p>Among the most promising picks are bonds from major renewable energy players. These bonds are poised to benefit from tax credits, policy shifts, and growing demand for clean energy:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>NextEra Energy Inc </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>)<strong> – $5.25% 03/15/34 Bond (Z-spread 132bp):</strong> As one of the largest developers of renewable energy in the US, NextEra Energy continues to be a top pick for investors focused on ESG. The company remains exposed to fluctuations in renewable tax credits and financing, but with strong customer demand and state carbon targets, its long-term prospects are solid. This bond offers a potential upside as NextEra continues to expand its solar and wind portfolios.</li>
<li><strong>The</strong> <strong>AES Corp </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AES#NYSE">AES</a>)<strong> – $2.45% 01/15/31 Green Bond (Z-spread 168bp):</strong> AES is another key player in the renewable energy space, benefiting from a large backlog of utility-scale projects. The company is positioned to capitalize on renewable PTCs, ITCs, and tax equity financing. With data center offtakers less sensitive to price hikes and interest rates, AES is well-positioned to navigate potential policy changes and remain a solid investment for ESG-focused bondholders.</li>
<li><strong>Constellation Energy Corp </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>)<strong> – $5.75% 03/15/54 Green Bond (Z-spread 190bp):</strong> As a leader in nuclear energy, Constellation Energy is supported by strong power fundamentals and firm nuclear sentiment across both sides of the legislature. With continued demand for reliable power and a growing market for data centers, Constellation is poised to benefit from its nuclear and renewable energy mix. This bond stands out as an attractive option for ESG investors looking for stable returns in the energy sector.</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ESG Bonds Set To Shine In 2025</h2>
<p>JPMorgan's ESG bond picks for 2025 focus on companies in the renewable energy and utilities sectors. These bonds are positioned to benefit from strong macroeconomic support and evolving policies favoring clean energy.</p>
<p>With growing demand for green energy and stable regulatory environments, bonds from NextEra, AES, and Constellation Energy are likely to be top picks for ESG-focused investors looking for solid returns in the coming year.</p>
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Trading Ideas

NextEra, AES, Constellation: JPMorgan's Top ESG Bond Picks For 2025

<p>4 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on RadNet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDNT#NASDAQ">RDNT</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $83.25, a high estimate of $94.00, and a low estimate of $79.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 18.09% from the previous average price target of $70.50.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732906829_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
<p>In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive RadNet. 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>David Macdonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Macdonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Tanquilut</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Mok</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$57.00</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 RadNet. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on 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 RadNet 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 RadNet's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into RadNet's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RDNT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on RadNet analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Get to Know RadNet Better</h2>
<p>RadNet Inc is a national provider of diagnostic imaging services that operates in two business segments; The Imaging Center segment provides physicians with imaging capabilities to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders. Services include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear medicine, mammography, ultrasound, diagnostic radiology (X-ray), fluoroscopy and other related procedures, and Artificial Intelligence segment develops and deploys clinical applications to enhance interpretation of medical images and improve patient outcomes with an emphasis on brain, breast, prostate, and pulmonary diagnostics. The company derives a majority of its revenue from the Imaging center segment.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down RadNet's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Perspectives:</strong> The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> RadNet displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>14.72%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> RadNet's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>0.7%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>0.36%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> RadNet's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.1%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> RadNet's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of <b>1.94</b>, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.</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>
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<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


RDNT

Analyst Scoreboard: 4 Ratings For RadNet

<p><strong>HP's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPQ#NYSE">HPQ</a>) short percent of float has fallen 14.74% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>38.06 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 4.51% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 5.42 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>HP Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732906822_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for HP has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing HP's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, HP's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.95%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
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<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Short Sellers

Short Ideas

(HPQ) - Analyzing HP's Short Interest

<p><strong>GE HealthCare Techs's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NYSE">GEHC</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.19% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>8.72 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 2.43% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.36 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>GE HealthCare Techs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732906816_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for GE HealthCare Techs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing GE HealthCare Techs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, GE HealthCare Techs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.98%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


GEHC

Peering Into GE HealthCare Techs's Recent Short Interest

<p>Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 18 analysts have published ratings on Applied Mat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>) in the last three months.</p>
<p>In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have recently evaluated Applied Mat and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $217.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $250.00 and a low estimate of $170.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 6.87%. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732906814_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
<p>The standing of Applied Mat 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>Stacy Rasgon</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krish Sankar</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lipacis</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Quatrochi</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vivek Arya</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Moore</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$179.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sidney Ho</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Shi</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Chin</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Quatrochi</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Rakesh</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Moore</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$224.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timothy Arcuri</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Applied Mat. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Applied Mat compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Applied Mat's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Applied Mat'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/AMAT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Applied Mat analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>About Applied Mat</h2>
<p>Applied Materials is the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturer in the world. Applied Materials has a broad portfolio spanning nearly every corner of the WFE ecosystem. Specifically, Applied Materials holds a market share leadership position in deposition, which entails the layering of new materials on semiconductor wafers. It is more exposed to general-purpose logic chips made at integrated device manufacturers and foundries. It counts the largest chipmakers in the world as customers, including TSMC, Intel, and Samsung.</p>
<h3>Applied Mat's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Applied Mat displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>3.94%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.</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>24.57%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>9.15%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Applied Mat's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>5.09%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Applied Mat's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.33</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.</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>
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<p><strong>Beyond Meat's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYND#NYSE">BYND</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.22% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>27.90 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 44.68% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 7.34 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Beyond Meat Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732906811_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Beyond Meat has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Beyond Meat's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Beyond Meat's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.51%, which means the company has <strong>more</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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<p><strong>Super Micro Computer, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), <strong>Nvidia Corp.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>),<strong> MicoStrategy, Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), <strong>SoFi Technologies, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>) and <strong>Tesla, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) are the top five trending tickers on Yahoo Finance Friday. Here's a look at what grabbed retail investors' attention as much of Wall Street <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42244807/dollar-snaps-8-week-winning-streak-falls-to-1-month-low-versus-yen-as-traders-brace-for-bojs-interest-rate-hike">took the day off. </a></p>
<p><strong>SMCI:</strong> Super Micro shares are dropping Friday as the stock continues its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/42166890/smci-surges-65-in-a-week-but-is-volatility-the-new-normal">rollercoaster of ups</a> and downs. Allegations of financial misconduct at SMCI, the resignation of its auditor and the potential delisting of its stock have caused shares to tumble more than 60% over the past six months. Earlier this week, the company disclosed that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/42210660/super-micro-computer-makes-slight-recovery-during-wednesday-pre-market-after-after-ending-loan-agreements-with-major-banks">it had prepaid</a> and ended its loan agreements with <strong>Cathay Bank</strong> and <strong>Bank of America N.A.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>NVDA:</strong> Traders are hopeful that less<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42244387/nvidia-lam-reasearch-applied-materials-stocks-gain-as-biden-government-eyes-softer-semiconductor-sanctions-against-china"> stringent sanctions</a> on semiconductor equipment and AI memory chips are coming, following reports that an announcement could be expected as soon as next week. Nvidia and other semiconductor stocks are up on the news.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>MSTR:</strong> MicroStrategy's stock looks to be running <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/42240952/microstrategy-shares-jumps-in-friday-pre-market-as-bitcoin-rebounds-to-96000-consensus-price-target-reveals-over-15-upside-for-mstr">out of steam</a> as the trading week draws to an early close on Friday. However, the stock has gained nearly 50% over the past month as the price of Bitcoin climbed to just under the $100,000 mark.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>SOFI: </strong>SoFi shares are back on the list as this <span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">retail investor favorite continues to climb, notching gains of more than 55% over the past month. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41902169/sofis-new-robo-advisor-platform-expands-everyday-investors-access-to-diversified-asset-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recently announced</a> the launch of its Robo-Advisor platform, which</span> leverages a partnership with BlackRock to expose investors to new strategies and funds.  </p>
<p><strong>TSLA: </strong>Tesla rounds out the list on Friday, trading higher on relatively light volume. Tesla shares have rebounded more than 90% in the second half of the year as CEO <strong>Elon Musk</strong> took a prominent role as President-elect <strong>Donald Trump</strong>'s new advisor. It <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42247850/gm-other-us-automakers-brace-for-sharp-profit-squeeze-from-trump-tariffs-analysts">remains unclear</a> what effect the Trump administration will have on the EV industry and Tesla as a result. </p>
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<p>The antitrust case against <strong>Steam</strong>, initially filed by <strong>Wolfire Studios</strong> and <strong>Dark Catt Studios</strong> in 2021, has taken a significant turn.</p>
<p>A U.S. court document <a href="https://www.gamesindustry.biz/wolfire-and-dark-catts-antitrust-lawsuit-against-valve-granted-class-action-status">seen </a>by GamesIndustry.biz, has approved the motion for class certification, broadening the lawsuit's scope to include "any developers, publishers, or individuals" who have adhered to Steam's 30% revenue cut for purchases made since Jan. 28, 2017.</p>
<p>This expansion, granted by United States District Judge <strong>Jamal N. Whitehead</strong>, amplifies the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/41914135/valves-steam-deck-oled-gets-makeover-heres-what-you-need-to-know">stakes for Valve,</a> Steam's parent company, as it faces intensified scrutiny over its business practices.</p>
<p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/11/42229617/microsofts-xbox-game-store-for-android-ready-to-go-live-says-executive-but-legal-standoff-with-google-halts-launch">Microsoft&#8217;s Xbox Game Store For Android &#8216;Ready To Go Live,&#8217; Says Executive, But Legal Standoff With Google Halts Launch</a></strong></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Origins Of Steam&#8217;s Antitrust Case</h3>
<p>The dispute began with Wolfire Games' claim that Valve leverages its dominant market position to impose "an extraordinarily high cut" on sales through its PC platform. The studio argued that this practice exploits both publishers and consumers, stifling competition and inflating prices.</p>
<p>After the original lawsuit was dismissed in November 2021, Wolfire returned in May 2022 with a revised complaint. This time, the focus sharpened on Valve's Platform Most Favoured Nations (PMFN) policy, which allegedly ensures Steam's commission remains "supracompetitive."</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Allegations And Antitrust Implications</h3>
<p>The plaintiffs contend that Valve's policies harm competition in three critical ways:</p>
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<li>Steam secures a disproportionately high commission.</li>
<li>Developers and publishers are unable to compete across distribution platforms.</li>
<li>Rival platforms struggle to gain traction in the marketplace.</li>
</ul>
<p>These practices, the lawsuit alleges, violate multiple antitrust laws, including Washington&#8217;s Consumer Protection Act. The plaintiffs are seeking &#8220;class-wide remedies&#8221; to address the financial impact on publishers and inflated costs for consumers.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Valve's Defense And Courtroom Developments</h3>
<p>Valve has pushed back against these claims, particularly targeting the testimony of <strong>Dr. Steven Schwartz, </strong>an expert witness whose findings characterize Valve as the dominant force in PC game distribution. </p>
<p>Valve argued that Schwartz's conclusions were "based on faulty methods and improper assumptions" and sought to have his testimony dismissed. However, the court rejected this request, allowing Schwartz&#8217;s analysis to remain part of the proceedings.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Broader Implications</h3>
<p>With the lawsuit now class-certified, it opens the door for a wider array of developers and publishers to join the case. Wolfire and Dark Catt will act as class representatives, potentially uniting a broad coalition of industry stakeholders under the same legal banner.</p>
<p>This case depicts growing concerns about market dominance in the digital distribution sector. As rival platforms like the Epic Games Store attempt to chip away at Steam's market share, the outcome of this lawsuit could set significant precedents for how revenue-sharing models and platform policies are regulated moving forward.</p>
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<p><strong>Celestica's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>) short percent of float has risen 15.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>3.41 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 2.96% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 1.29 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Celestica Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732905923_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Celestica has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Celestica's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Celestica's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.88%, which means the company has <strong>more</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Peering Into Celestica's Recent Short Interest

<p><strong>JPMorgan Chase's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) short percent of float has risen 13.83% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>30.12 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 1.07% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.77 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>JPMorgan Chase Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732905917_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for JPMorgan Chase has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing JPMorgan Chase's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, JPMorgan Chase's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 1.09%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


How Is The Market Feeling About JPMorgan Chase?

<p><strong>Teladoc Health's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDOC#NYSE">TDOC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 4.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>25.69 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 19.39% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 3.79 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Teladoc Health Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732905912_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Teladoc Health has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Teladoc Health's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Teladoc Health's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.33%, which means the company has <strong>more</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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