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La catena delle opzioni mostra i dati chiave delle opzioni azionarie di Dakota Gold a vari prezzi di esercizio e date di scadenza. I trader utilizzano queste informazioni per analizzare potenziali operazioni e valutare il sentiment del mercato per Dakota Gold..

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Dakota Gold Corp is a gold exploration and development company with a specific focus on revitalizing the Homestake District in Lead, South Dakota. Dakota Gold has high-caliber gold mineral properties covering over 48 thousand acres surrounding the historic Homestake Mine. Company project includes Richmond Hill Project.

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Wall Street took a sharp and unexpected turn lower by midday Tuesday as geopolitical fears surged following an Axios News report that President Donald Trump will meet with his national security team in the White House Situation Room to decide U.S. policy regarding the escalating war <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/middle-east">between Israel and Iran.</a>
According to <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/06/17/trump-situation-room-meeting-iran-israel-war">Axios</a>, U.S. officials said Trump is seriously considering direct military intervention, including a potential strike on Iran's underground uranium enrichment facility in Fordow. The situation began unfolding after Trump abruptly left the G7 summit in Canada late Monday and called for Iran's "unconditional surrender" on Tuesday.
Iran swiftly responded by ordering evacuations in Tel Aviv and Haifa, intensifying fears of regional war.
Major U.S. stock indexes fell in midday trading, as investors digested the threat of U.S. involvement in another Middle East conflict.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Stocks Fall, Solar Sector Gets Hammered By Senate Bill</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 declined 0.5% to 6,000 points, and the Nasdaq 100 slid by over 130 points, or 0.6%, to 21,800.
Volatility spiked during the session as the CBOE Volatility Index, commonly known as the VIX or Wall Street&#8217;s fear index, surged 7.6%. 
Treasury yields plunged, with 30-year yields down 6 basis points to 4.90%. The dollar rallied reflecting appetite for safe havens. 
Oil price soared 1% to $72.5 a barrel. Sector-wise, energy was the lone area in the green, buoyed by expectations of rising crude prices if the Middle East conflict intensifies. 
In contrast, the consumer discretionary and healthcare sectors led the market's losses, with the latter penalized by fresh advertising restrictions.
Defense contractors rallied sharply as the specter of military conflict lifted expectations for increased government defense spending. RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) advanced 1.2%, Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) climbed 2.9% and Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) gained 1.6% by midday.
Meanwhile, a draft version of the Senate's "Big Beautiful Bill" revealed plans to phase out all federal tax credits for solar and wind energy projects by 2028. These incentives were established under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.
The announcement triggered a broad selloff across solar-related stocks. The Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAN#NYSE">TAN</a>) plunged 9% in midday trading. Among individual names, Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) collapsed 40%, SolarEdge Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) dropped 35%, and Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) fell 25%. Industry bellwether First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) lost 18%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>42,325.26</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
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<td>6,000.66</td>
<td>-0.5%</td>
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<td>21,809.24</td>
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<td>2,108.55</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 1:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has been logging a majority of revenue declines over the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAPL/earnings">past few quarters</a> &#8211; unusual for a company long viewed as a flagship growth stock. But for investors still expecting explosive upside from Cupertino, it may be time for a portfolio recalibration.
Despite the iPhone maker's premium brand equity and robust ecosystem, the "growth" narrative around Apple is increasingly misplaced, says analyst Sandeep Rao of Leverage Shares in exclusive comments shared with Benzinga via email.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Apple Revenue Growth, Innovation Slowing</h2>
The company's latest net sales trend shows just a 12% year-over-year increase &#8211; a figure that barely keeps pace with inflation. When adjusted for price hikes, actual unit growth appears stagnant.
Worse, innovation seems to be slowing. Apple's product lineup, while polished, lacks the wow factor or competitive edge needed to convert new users in droves. Unlike the Android universe, which offers a range of devices at multiple price points, Apple's model seems geared toward retention &#8211; not aggressive expansion.
With little in the way of AI leadership and a Services segment facing margin pressure (more on that in a moment), Rao says, &#8220;Apple is better understood as a &#8216;value&#8217; stock instead of a &#8216;growth" stock.'&#8221; And that's not necessarily a bad thing.
For dividend-driven investors, Apple may be carving out a new niche. While its 0.5% yield pales in comparison to energy giants, it beats peers like Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>). And its global consumer base and strong balance sheet position it as a potential bellwether for economic stability.
If you're seeking the next breakout tech name, Apple may no longer fit the bill. But for those seeking stability and modest income, it might just be settling into a new, quieter kind of greatness.
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Major indexes are lower amid concerns of Israel-Iran escalation and a surge in oil prices.

Scotiabank analyst Divya Goyal maintains TELUS Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIXT#NYSE">TIXT</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $3 to $3.4.

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FuelCell Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCEL#NASDAQ">FCEL</a>) stock is trading sharply lower during Tuesday&#8217;s session amidst a broader sell-off in the renewable energy sector. Here&#8217;s what investors <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FCEL/news">need to know</a>.
What To Know: The downturn follows the U.S. Senate Finance Committee&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45971345/sunrun-first-solar-plunge-solar-stocks-hit-hard-by-trump-tax-bill-latest">unveiling</a> of its tax bill, which proposes a drastic reduction in renewable energy incentives. 
Specifically, the Senate&#8217;s draft bill outlines a complete phase-out of tax credits for solar and wind energy by 2028, accelerating the rollback of incentives initially established under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/inflation-reduction-act">Inflation Reduction Act of 2022</a>. 
While FuelCell Energy primarily focuses on fuel cell technology, which generates clean energy from natural gas, biogas or hydrogen, its inclusion within the broader electrical equipment industry and the general market&#8217;s negative reaction to reduced renewable energy support likely impacted investor sentiment.
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The bill&#8217;s proposal to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45971345/sunrun-first-solar-plunge-solar-stocks-hit-hard-by-trump-tax-bill-latest">eliminate</a> residential solar tax credits and consumer incentives for energy efficiency upgrades further tightens the landscape for renewable energy investments, indirectly affecting companies like FuelCell Energy by signaling a potential decrease in overall clean energy infrastructure development and demand for alternative energy solutions. 
In contrast, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nuclear-energy">nuclear energy</a> stocks saw gains due to extended tax incentives in the same bill, highlighting a shift in federal support. The uncertain political outlook for the bill&#8217;s passage continues to weigh on the sector.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, FuelCell Energy is currently trading at $6.30, down 9.27% midday Tuesday. Session volume stands at 1.101 million shares, slightly below its 100-day average of 1.177 million shares.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy FCEL 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 FuelCell 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>, FCEL has a 52-week high of $24.90 and a 52-week low of $3.58.
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FCEL

FuelCell Energy (FCEL) Stock Plummets 9% Amidst Renewable Energy Policy Fears: What's Going On?

Virtual worlds like Decentraland (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/mana/usd">MANA</a>) could be the key to mainstream adoption of Web3 technologies by offering accessible entry points and practical applications, according to Ignacio Palomera, CEO and co-founder of Bondex, a Web3 hiring platform. 
Speaking with Benzinga, Palomera highlighted how events such as Decentraland's Career Quest 2025 can bridge the gap between complex blockchain systems and everyday users.
"Virtual worlds simplify the entry point. No wallets, no seed phrases — just show up and participate," Palomera said. "That lowers the barrier, which is exactly what mainstream adoption needs."
He emphasized initiatives such as Career Quest, where Bondex serves as the official hiring partner, provides tangible benefits such as job opportunities and reputation-building, making Web3 immediately relevant.
"You're not just attending an event. You're applying to jobs, minting a reputation and engaging with hiring teams," he added.
Decentraland's Career Quest, scheduled for July 16-17, 2025, is a two-day virtual career fair designed to connect professionals with Web3 opportunities through interactive exhibits, workshops and networking.
Bondex, which recently acquired Web3.Career, will operate its booth under that banner, offering access to over 60,000 jobs, verified digital identities and live workshops to demystify Web3 careers.
Palomera also discussed the broader impact of decentralized identity systems, noting their potential to reshape trust across Web3 industries. 
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"Onchain credentials make professional data like employment, certifications, contributions verifiable and tamper-proof," he said, reducing fraud and enabling trust in areas like contributor marketplaces, gig networks and token sales.
However, he acknowledged challenges in scaling Web3 platforms, including balancing data privacy with regulatory demands, navigating jurisdictional complexities and mitigating bots through mechanisms like Bondex's Bond Points system.
Bondex, which has raised over $10 million from investors like Animoca Brands and CoinList, supports a network of professionals and partners with companies like Blockchain.com and Chainlink. 
Its platform integrates verified identities and a dual token economy to streamline hiring and networking.
Bay Backner, head producer of the Decentraland Foundation, underscored the alignment with Bondex's mission. "Career Quest is about helping people find their place in Web3," Backner said. "By collaborating with Bondex, we can highlight real pathways for everyone to grow, connect, and take part in new digital economies."
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The Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Administration announced its participation in Quantix Edge Security through the Spanish Society for Technological Transformation (SETT), alongside Murcia-based companies OdinS and TProtege, Swiss-based company WISeKey, and France-based company SEALSQ
SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAES#NASDAQ">LAES</a>) ("SEALSQ" or "Company"), a company that focuses on developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI, and Post-Quantum technology hardware and software products, today announces that the Government of Spain has announced its investment of €19.6M in Quantix to Establish a Cybersecurity and Microelectronics Center in the Region of Murcia.&nbsp; SEALSQ expects to issue a press-release detailing the project shortly.
A free translation of the Spanish language announcement by the Spanish Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Administration is set forth below.
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"The Council of Ministers announced today, the launch of Quantix, an ambitious public-private joint venture with a total investment of €40M. The venture includes OdinS, a spin-off from the University of Murcia, Murcia-based TProtege, and Switzerland-based WISeKey and France-based SEALSQ, both listed on NASDAQ. Quantix will develop a Semiconductor Design and Personalization Center in the Region of Murcia with advanced capabilities in cybersecurity, post-quantum technology, AI, and RISC-V systems.

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Scotiabank analyst Nicholas Yulico maintains Simon Property Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPG#NYSE">SPG</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $159 to $163.

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T-Mobile Us Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) shares are trading lower during Tuesday&#8217;s session, falling over 4.25% to approximately $221.17, following a report that Japanese conglomerate SoftBank Group has raised $4.8 billion through a sale of T-Mobile shares.
What To Know: The move by SoftBank is causing significant pressure on TMUS shares, as it represents a large block of shares entering the market at a discount.
According to a Reuters report, SoftBank offloaded 21.5 million T-Mobile shares at $224 each. This price point reflects a discount of approximately 3% compared to T-Mobile&#8217;s closing price of $230.99 on Monday.
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Such a substantial share sale, particularly at a reduced price, typically creates selling pressure on a stock. Investors often view large insider sales as a potential signal of reduced confidence from a major shareholder or simply an increase in supply of shares, which can depress the market price. 
The proceeds from the sale are reportedly earmarked for SoftBank&#8217;s aggressive investments in artificial intelligence initiatives.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, TMUS shares are lower on heavy volume midday Tuesday. The current trading session&#8217;s volume of 6.207 million shares dwarfs the average trading volume over the past 100 days of 4.428 million shares.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy TMUS Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for T-Mobile US &#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 &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of T-Mobile US, which is trading at $221.17 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 0.45 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
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T-Mobile Stock (TMUS) Plunges After SoftBank's $4.8B Share Sale: Report

Chinese EV manufacturer NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) is reportedly extending its European footprint with a new distributor-based sales strategy, aiming to enter five more markets between 2025 and 2026.
NIO will expand into Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria while strengthening its presence in Denmark, where it already operates, CnEV Post <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/17/nio-expands-into-more-european-countries/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
The news coincides with Goldman Sachs analyst Tina Hou upgrading NIO&#8217;s rating from Sell to Neutral, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NIO/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">reflecting a more optimistic outlook</a>.
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NIO plans to introduce five vehicles in the upcoming markets. These include the EL6 (formerly known as ES6), EL8 (previously ES8), the ET5 sedan, the ET5 Touring (ET5T), and the debut model from its new sub-brand, Firefly.
This rollout is designed to serve both mass-market and premium EV segments in Europe, CnEV Post adds.
Moving away from its direct-to-consumer approach, NIO will now rely on regional distribution partners.
In Denmark, it has partnered with the Nic Christiansen Group, a well-known mobility provider in the Nordic region. Vehicle deliveries under this new arrangement are scheduled for 2025.
In Portugal, NIO will work with the JAP Group, a veteran firm in the European automotive sector with more than 120 years of experience.
NIO previously entered the Danish market with its ET7 sedan in late 2022, using a direct sales model.
The transition to distributor-led sales marks a shift toward greater scalability and better localization as NIO adapts its approach to meet diverse European consumer expectations.
Despite broader EV market headwinds and share price volatility, NIO continues to pursue international growth.
Its focus on building strategic partnerships indicates a more adaptive and region-specific strategy to unlock opportunities in Europe&#8217;s competitive EV landscape.
According to&nbsp;Benzinga Pro, NIO stock has lost over 21% in the past year.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading lower by 1.7% to $3.47 at last check Tuesday.
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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
<td>$31.7K</td>
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<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
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</tr>
<tr>
<td>GPN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$35.5K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>495</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$73.4K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>348</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SEZL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$38.6K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>273</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMND</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$51.4K</td>
<td>27</td>
<td>156</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$66.9K</td>
<td>952</td>
<td>54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$31.4K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LPLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$55.2K</td>
<td>90</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 225 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.7K, with a price of $231.0 per contract. There were 8068 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3500 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SOFI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 16 day(s) on July 3, 2025. Parties traded 520 contract(s) at a $14.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.7K, with a price of $61.0 per contract. There were 4362 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1160 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMBC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMBC#NYSE">AMBC</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 157 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 716 contract(s) at a $8.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $75.2K, with a price of $105.0 per contract. There were 1174 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 771 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GPN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 94 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 74 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.5K, with a price of $480.0 per contract. There were 2876 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 495 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 94 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 131 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 43 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $73.4K, with a price of $563.0 per contract. There were 1662 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 348 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SEZL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEZL#NASDAQ">SEZL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 31 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 69 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.6K, with a price of $560.0 per contract. There were 1057 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 273 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LMND (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMND#NYSE">LMND</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 185 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.4K, with a price of $1560.0 per contract. There were 27 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 156 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 185 day(s) on December 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 42 contract(s) at a $265.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $66.9K, with a price of $1590.0 per contract. There were 952 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 54 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding COF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 577 day(s) on January 15, 2027. Parties traded 5 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.4K, with a price of $6290.0 per contract. There were 100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 30 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LPLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LPLA#NASDAQ">LPLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 122 day(s) on October 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 26 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 18 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $55.2K, with a price of $2124.0 per contract. There were 90 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 26 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Options

AMBC

COIN

LMND

LPLA

SEZL

SOFI

10 Financials Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$26.2K</td>
<td>15.0K</td>
<td>74.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$1.6 million</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$145.0K</td>
<td>12.7K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GME</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/17/27</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$51.8K</td>
<td>64.8K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PENN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$74.8K</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABNB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$51.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>310</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIVN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$50.5K</td>
<td>12.2K</td>
<td>198</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$30.6K</td>
<td>580</td>
<td>190</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$32.4K</td>
<td>108</td>
<td>65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>45</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 35 contract(s) at a $320.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.2K, with a price of $750.0 per contract. There were 15077 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 74831 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For EAT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 213 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 2900 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 63 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $1.6 million, with a price of $570.0 per contract. There were 10004 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6015 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $145.0K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 12727 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3064 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GME (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 913 day(s) on December 17, 2027. Parties traded 700 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.8K, with a price of $74.0 per contract. There were 64843 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2207 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PENN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 94 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 748 contract(s) at a $15.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $74.8K, with a price of $100.0 per contract. There were 9762 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1002 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ABNB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 31 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 271 contract(s) at a $125.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 36 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.4K, with a price of $187.0 per contract. There were 1010 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 310 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RIVN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 577 day(s) on January 15, 2027. Parties traded 180 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.5K, with a price of $281.0 per contract. There were 12232 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 198 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 94 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 40 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.6K, with a price of $765.0 per contract. There were 580 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 190 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LULU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 549 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 8 contract(s) at a $280.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.4K, with a price of $4050.0 per contract. There were 108 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 65 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 185 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $225.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.8K, with a price of $1795.0 per contract. There were 4745 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 45 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

ABNB

AMZN

BABA

LULU

PENN

RIVN

TSLA

10 Consumer Discretionary Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$38.9K</td>
<td>78.5K</td>
<td>23.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$148.00</td>
<td>$51.0K</td>
<td>47.4K</td>
<td>19.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$30.2K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>16.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$27.6K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
<td>11.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRWV</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$81.0K</td>
<td>7.5K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$136.4K</td>
<td>13.3K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BBAI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CORZ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$26.7K</td>
<td>8.1K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$45.3K</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 2760 contract(s) at a $22.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.9K, with a price of $14.0 per contract. There were 78597 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 23746 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $148.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.0K, with a price of $51.0 per contract. There were 47415 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 19191 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 10 day(s) on June 27, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.2K, with a price of $302.0 per contract. There were 5290 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 16802 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 400 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 20 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.6K, with a price of $69.0 per contract. There were 14044 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 11924 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CRWV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 31 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 78 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $81.0K, with a price of $1053.0 per contract. There were 7579 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5209 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WDC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 94 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 295 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $136.4K, with a price of $460.0 per contract. There were 13325 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3009 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BBAI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 38 day(s) on July 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 375 contract(s) at a $4.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $80.0 per contract. There were 5055 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2936 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CORZ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CORZ#NASDAQ">CORZ</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 2155 contract(s) at a $15.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 40 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $13.0 per contract. There were 9741 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2230 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ARM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 213 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.7K, with a price of $535.0 per contract. There were 8171 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1935 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 31 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $480.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.3K, with a price of $905.0 per contract. There were 8488 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1829 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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A <a href="https://libertystreeteconomics.newyorkfed.org/2025/04/is-college-still-worth-it/">recent study</a> from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that going to college can provide a better financial return than investing in the stock market — but only under specific conditions.&nbsp;
According to the research, the median college graduate sees a 12.5% return on their education investment, compared to a historical average of about 8% for stocks. But experts, including personal finance author Suze Orman in her recent <a href="https://www.suzeorman.com/blog/Is-College-Still-Worth-It">blog post</a>, caution that not all college paths lead to this outcome.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Have to Graduate — Not Just Enroll</h2>
The study&#8217;s headline figure assumes a student earns a bachelor's degree. If a student drops out before finishing, they may still carry the debt without the earnings boost that typically comes with a diploma.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/45930717/what-if-something-happens-to-the-person-in-control-of-an-irrevocable-trust-suze-orman-weighs-in">Orman</a> warns this is one of the biggest mistakes families make: "Attending school and taking on debt for school without finishing can be a double whammy," she writes. "You may lack the skills to work in a higher-paying job, and you still have to pay back the loans."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Time Is Money — Finish in Four Years</h2>
The return on investment drops the longer it takes to graduate. Orman states that students who take five years to finish reduce their return from 12.5% to 9.3%, and six years drops it to just 7%. That delay doesn't just add tuition — it also costs a year or two of full-time earnings.
"Going to college doesn't ensure a good return on your investment," Orman says. "Only graduating tilts the odds in your favor."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Don't Overpay — Know the Net Price</h2>
The sticker price of college is not what most families typically end up paying. Financial aid, grants, and tax benefits often reduce the cost significantly. In 2024, the average net cost of a four-year degree was around $30,000, according to the New York Fed. But not all schools offer the same aid.
Every college is required to publish a "net price" that shows the average out-of-pocket cost after aid. Picking a school with a generous aid package — and avoiding private loans when possible — can make a huge difference in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45306698/will-i-have-more-money-in-the-long-run-by-taking-out-student-loans-instead-of-paying-cash-suze-orman-weighs-in">long-term ROI</a>.
Orman advises families to avoid choosing schools based on reputation or emotion alone. "I don't want to hear about dream schools," she says. "The best schools are the ones that are so eager for a student to attend that they offer a generous financial aid package."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Keep Borrowing Within Reason</h2>
College financing expert Mark Kantrowitz suggests that total borrowing should not exceed what a student expects to earn in their first year after graduation. That's a benchmark Orman strongly supports, noting that manageable debt levels are key to a strong start after college.
Even though direct <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/earnings-beats/25/05/45183830/is-college-still-worth-it-gen-z-and-millennials-are-losing-faith-as-ai-disrupts-the-job-market">college costs</a> have declined slightly in recent years, opportunity costs — such as lost wages during college — have increased. The Fed estimates that skipping four years of work amounts to around $150,000 in lost income, which adds to the total cost of attendance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line</h2>
College can be a better investment than stocks, but it comes with real risks. To make it worthwhile, Orman advises that students need to graduate on time, limit debt, and choose schools that offer strong financial aid.&nbsp;
"Graduating with the smallest amount of debt is how you set yourself up for lifetime financial success," she says.
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The company is in a "precarious position" currently and navigating one of the stormiest periods in its history, buffeted by multiple headwinds, including a sales slump, profit declines, a backlash against the brand, stock volatility, as well as political and regulatory risks due to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45877591/elon-musk-says-he-regrets-war-of-words-with-trump-went-too-far">Musk&#8217;s public feud</a> with President Donald Trump, the <a href="https://grok.com/">chatbot</a> said in response to questions from Benzinga.
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Tesla's "golden period" or era of peak success—defined by widespread brand admiration, solid government backing, soaring stock-market performance, and dominance in the EV industry—is likely over, it said.
Tesla didn&#8217;t immediately respond to Benzinga&#8217;s request for comment.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tesla&#8217;s Golden Period Is Most Likely Over</h3>
The highest-probability outcome for the EV maker over the next 12-18 months is a "volatile but survivable period" characterized by ongoing difficulties, incomplete recovery, and a reliance on major milestones such as the robotaxi launch and new model rollouts, the bot said.
"Tesla faces intense pressure from falling sales, brand backlash, political risks, and operational hurdles, though its stock retains speculative support due to Musk's vision for autonomy and AI. The situation remains volatile, with no clear resolution to the Musk-Trump feud or competitive challenges," Grok said.
"Tesla's golden period is most likely over, with an 80-90% probability that the unique confluence of universal brand admiration, government support, stock-market exuberance, and EV dominance won't return," the bot added.
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Interestingly, this isn&#8217;t the first time Grok has made unflattering observations about topics related to Musk. Earlier this year, the chatbot reportedly pointed out the billionaire as <a href="https://x.com/mmpadellan/status/1894459433494741134/photo/1">one of the biggest spreaders of propaganda and misinformation</a> on X.com.
Grok&#8217;s downbeat projections are at odds with the steadfastly bullish forecasts from well-known Tesla supporters such as tech-focused fund manager and ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood and Wedbush Securities Managing Director Dan Ives.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45919550/cathie-wood-buys-tesla-again-calls-elon-musks-ev-giant-largest-ai-project-on-earth-report">Wood sees Tesla's stock surging to $2,600</a> per share by 2030, from around $327 currently, driven by its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45966726/tesla-vehicle-production-cost-1-7-that-of-waymo-elon-musks-ev-giant-closer-to-full-autonomy-than-competition-report">robotaxi platform</a> and AI advancements. Ives predicts a $550 stock price and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/45841922/tesla-remains-the-most-undervalued-ai-play-dan-ives">sees Tesla on a path to a $2 trillion valuation</a>, driven by robotaxis, AI, and the upcoming Cybercab launch.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Worst Case: &#8216;Death Spiral&#8217; Of Collapsing Sales, Brand Crisis And Plunging Stock</h3>
According to Grok, the worst-case scenario for Tesla would be a dangerous convergence of the key threats – including an extended market-share plunge, any regulatory and political aftermath of Musk's clash with Trump, continued brand damage, and an underwhelming robotaxi outcome – which could force the company into extreme financial distress.
"In this worst-case scenario, Tesla could face a death spiral: collapsing sales and market share, a plummeting stock price, regulatory roadblocks, a tarnished brand, and a failed pivot to autonomy and AI. The company could be forced into bankruptcy or a fire-sale acquisition by a competitor, effectively ending its status as a leading EV and tech innovator," the chatbot said.
Such a dire possibility would be far-fetched in the near term (12-18 months), given Tesla's strong financial reserves, Musk's highly successful track record, and the company's operational strengths, Grok said. However, the situation is "not entirely implausible", it said, assigning a 15%-25% probability to the event.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Case: Plausible But Unlikely</h3>
"The June 2025 robotaxi rollout and Musk's handling of political tensions will be pivotal. If either fails significantly, Tesla could slide closer to the catastrophic scenario, but it's more likely to face a prolonged period of volatility and partial setbacks rather than outright failure," the bot said.
Tesla's most optimistic forecast sees a robust rebound by mid-2026, fueled by a successful robotaxi launch in June 2025, an early affordable EV model boosting sales by 20-30%, renewed brand strength, mitigated political risks, and a stock rally to $400-$500, pushing its market cap to $1.2-$1.5 trillion.
However, "this scenario is plausible but unlikely due to the need for near-perfect execution across high-risk initiatives," the conversational AI bot said, assigning a lower, 15%-20% probability to the event.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tesla: Biggest Risks</h3>
Below is a list of the key risks weighing on Tesla, according to Grok:
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<li>Sales and profit slump: April 2025 saw European sales plummet 49%, with Sweden down 80.7% and France hitting a three-year low. Rising competition from BYD, up 59% in Europe, and Tesla's outdated lineup are key drivers. Globally, Q1 profits sank 71%, pointing to slowing demand.</li>
<li>Stock market woes: Tesla's market value has plunged $470 billion from a December peak of $1.54 trillion, with a single-day drop on June 5 erasing $152 billion, fueled by Musk's feud with Donald Trump. The stock is down 18.5% YTD, trailing the broader market.</li>
<li>Brand Crisis: Musk's role in Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and their feud has ignited protests. The "Tesla Takedown" movement has triggered demonstrations in Boston and Delray Beach, with reports of Tesla showroom attacks reflecting rising hostility.</li>
<li>Regulatory Risk: Musk's criticism of Trump's EV tax credit repeal (a $1.2 billion annual hit to Tesla) has heightened fears of stricter regulations on autonomous driving and robotics. Trump's threats to pull government contracts from Musk's companies add another layer of uncertainty.</li>
<li>Operational Struggles: Tesla is scrambling to roll out its robotaxi service, set to launch in June 2025 in Austin with just 10-20 vehicles. Concerns over Musk's divided focus on SpaceX, X, and other ventures have sparked speculation that Tesla's board is exploring a new CEO.</li>
<li>Valuation Gap: Despite significant losses, Tesla&#8217;s $700 billion+ valuation remains largely driven by speculative optimism around autonomy and AI, rather than its struggling core EV business.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mitigating Factors</h3>
On the other hand, several factors lessen the odds of Tesla facing an extremely negative scenario:
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<li>Cash Reserves: With $30 billion in cash reserves as of early 2025, Tesla has a significant buffer to absorb financial hits from declining sales and to continue investing in R&amp;D for robotaxis and new models.</li>
<li>Capital Access: Tesla still enjoys access to a strong investor base, which provides avenues to raise funds through stock offerings or debt, ensuring liquidity.</li>
<li>U.S. Market Strength: Tesla maintains a dominant 50% EV market share in the U.S. (2024) and a loyal customer base, helping to offset weaker performance in Europe (down 49%) and China. This stability minimizes the risk of a total market share collapse.</li>
<li>Musk's Leadership: Musk has steered Tesla through past challenges, including Model 3 production struggles in 2018 and COVID disruptions in 2020, solidifying the company's global influence. His ability to pivot—whether through a potential reconciliation with Trump or renewed innovation—makes a leadership-driven collapse less likely. </li>
<li>Robotaxi and AI Innovation: Tesla's June 2025 robotaxi launch in Austin, though limited to 10-20 vehicles, could reinforce investor optimism if it demonstrates meaningful progress. Meanwhile, Tesla's energy storage division (up 100% in 2024) and Optimus robot development diversify revenue streams, reducing dependence on EV sales alone.</li>
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