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Dexcom designs and commercializes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetic patients. CGM systems serve as an alternative to the traditional blood glucose meter process, and the company is evolving its CGM systems to provide integration with insulin pumps from Insulet and Tandem for automatic insulin delivery.

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Shares of glucose monitor and insulin pump stocks are trading lower after the CMS proposed that continuous glucose monitors and insulin infusion pumps be reclassified under the frequent and substantial servicing payment category.

In the current session, DexCom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) is trading at $86.18, after a 1.59% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 0.92%, and in the past year, by 24.76%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

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<h3>How Does DexCom P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
DexCom has a better P/E ratio of 65.84 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 53.6 of the Health Care Equipment &amp; Supplies industry. Ideally, one might believe that DexCom Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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Shares of wearable health device stocks are trading higher following a post on X suggesting HHS Secretary RFK Jr. will launch a campaign to encourage Americans to use wearable health devices.

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Watching Stocks Involved In Wearable Health Devices; Traders Circulate X Post Saying "RFK says HHS about to launch one of the biggest campaigns in HHS history to encourage Americans to use wearable health devices (like CGMs). his vision is every American wearing "wearable" in 4 years... HUGE COIs here with some of his top advisors & their businesses."

8 analysts have shared their evaluations of DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $98.38, a high estimate of $106.00, and a low estimate of $85.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $98.00, the current average has increased by 0.39%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750111248_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A clear picture of DexCom's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
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<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>
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<td>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
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<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matt Miksic</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>William Plovanic</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matt O'Brien</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Jeff Johnson</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Anthony Petrone</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to DexCom. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of DexCom compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of DexCom's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of DexCom's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DXCM/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on DexCom analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About DexCom</h2>
Dexcom designs and commercializes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetic patients. CGM systems serve as an alternative to the traditional blood glucose meter process, and the company is evolving its CGM systems to provide integration with insulin pumps from Insulet and Tandem for automatic insulin delivery.
<h3>DexCom: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: DexCom's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 12.49%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: DexCom's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 10.17%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): DexCom's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.82%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): DexCom's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.59%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: DexCom's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.14. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Expert Outlook: DexCom Through The Eyes Of 8 Analysts

Truist Securities analyst Richard Newitter initiates coverage on DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $102.

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Truist Securities Initiates Coverage On DexCom with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $102

Goldman Sachs analyst David Roman initiated coverage on three companies, explaining that diabetes technology, including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), is expected to grow at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/diabetes">strong double-digit pace</a>.
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Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PODD#NASDAQ">PODD</a>), citing the company to benefit from accelerating the adoption of patch pump technology as it is the only participant in the category currently.
Goldman Sachs initiated Insulet on Thursday with a Buy rating and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PODD/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a price target of $380</a>. The analyst highlights the company&#8217;s pipeline, which can potentially strengthen its relative position. Sustained top-line growth should support outsized adjusted EBITDA results and yield meaningful upside over the next several years.
Analyst David Roman writes, &#8220;We expect Omnipod's superior form factor and relative differentiation as a result to be the key contributor to Insulet's share capture as the insulin pump market moves into its next leg of adoption. In our view, the company is best positioned for the opportunities ahead in insulin delivery growth.&#8221;
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44745766/fda-approves-dexcoms-15-day-wearable-glucose-management-system-us-launch-planned-in-second-half-of-2025" rel="noreferrer noopener">FDA Approves Dexcom&#8217;s 15-Day Wearable Glucose Management System. Company Plans US Launch</a>
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Goldman Sachs initiated DexCom Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NYSE">DXCM</a>) with a Buy rating and a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DXCM/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $104</a>, supported by a constructive view of the company&#8217;s technology and long-term opportunity set.
Roman adds the potential upside from consumer-related adoption and strong P&amp;L leverage, which should continue through the balance of 2025.
&#8220;Taking all patient cohorts into consideration, we expect Dexcom to remain ahead in the established Type 1 and Type 2 MDI segments. And in the higher growth T2 Basal and non-insulin populations, we expect Dexcom will take some patient share from Abbott over the intermediate term, off a much lower relative base&#8230;&#8221;
The CGM market is still mainly a two-player race between Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>) and DexCom, Roman says.
However, the pump market is becoming more crowded, with more companies entering and customer needs changing. Hence, Goldman Sachs reiterated Abbott as a Buy and Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TNDM#NASDAQ">TNDM</a>) as Neutral.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/05/45321429/insulet-posts-strong-q1-results-raises-forecasts-on-momentum-in-us-and-abroad" rel="noreferrer noopener">Insulet Posts Strong Q1 Results, Raises Forecasts On Momentum In US And Abroad</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Beta Bionics</h3>
Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on newly listed Beta Bionics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBNX#NASDAQ">BBNX</a>). The diabetes management solutions provider closed its upsized IPO of 13.8 million at $17&nbsp;per share in January, raising approximately <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/g43415288/beta-bionics-announces-closing-of-234-6-million-initial-public-offering-and-full-exercise-of-under" rel="noreferrer noopener">$212.1 million in gross proceeds</a>.
The analyst initiated a Neutral rating and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BBNX/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $16</a>, noting the company's iLet technology is well-suited for a targeted segment of the Type 1 market.
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<li>iLet is still in the early adoption phase, so its short-term growth is expected to be stronger than that of other diabetes-related companies and similar-sized medical technology firms.</li>
<li>Also, market estimates mostly reflect the growth potential over the next few years. The stock's valuation also seems to factor in this expected growth and the likelihood that the company will need to raise more money to reach break-even cash flow.</li>
</ul>
Price Action: PODD stock is up 0.14% at $324.31, BBNX stock is up 10% at $16.90, and DXCM stock is up 1% at $85.71 at the last check Friday.
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Goldman Sachs Bullish On Dexcom And Insulet As Diabetes Tech Surges

DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) underwent analysis by 7 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</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>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</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>
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<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $97.86, a high estimate of $106.00, and a low estimate of $85.00. Highlighting a 0.65% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $98.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748628056_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of DexCom by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<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>
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<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matt Miksic</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>William Plovanic</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matt O'Brien</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Jeff Johnson</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Anthony Petrone</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: 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 DexCom. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of DexCom compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of DexCom's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into DexCom's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into DexCom's Background</h2>
Dexcom designs and commercializes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetic patients. CGM systems serve as an alternative to the traditional blood glucose meter process, and the company is evolving its CGM systems to provide integration with insulin pumps from Insulet and Tandem for automatic insulin delivery.
<h3>DexCom: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: 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.
Revenue Growth: DexCom's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 12.49%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 10.17%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): DexCom's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 4.82%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): DexCom's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.59%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: DexCom's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.14. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
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.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Forecasting The Future: 7 Analyst Projections For DexCom

Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane initiates coverage on DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) with a Buy rating.

Goldman Sachs Initiates Coverage On DexCom with Buy Rating

Citigroup analyst Joanne Wuensch maintains DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $82 to $102.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on DexCom, Raises Price Target to $102

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Threat To The Diabetes Cash Cow</h2>
Years ago, in a conversation with an endocrinologist, I mentioned there was no incentive to cure diabetes, giving the money companies were making from managing it (with testing supplies, insulin, etc.). He replied that the incumbents had no incentive to cure it, but a startup company would. Now it looks like one has—at least in one patient. Sana Biotechnology, Inc.  (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SANA#NASDAQ">SANA</a>) has developed a one-time treatment that could upend the entire diabetes industry.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How It Works</h2>
Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system destroys the pancreatic beta cells, which are responsible for producing insulin. While transplants of donor islets—clusters of cells that include beta cells—can restore insulin production, they require scarce donor tissue and lifelong immunosuppressive drugs, which carry serious risks. As a result, insulin remains the only practical treatment for nearly all Type 1 diabetics.&nbsp;Sana has successfully engineered donor-derived islets to evade immune rejection, enabling a Type 1 diabetic to produce his own insulin, without the need for immunosuppressive drugs.
This isn't just theory. In a clinical trial at Uppsala University in Sweden, Sana's genetically engineered pancreatic islets were injected into the forearm of a Type 1 diabetic. As the company noted in its annual report, this patient is now&nbsp;more than three months post-treatment, making his own insulin for the first time in 30 years—with no immunosuppressive therapy.
A recent presentation by Sana shows the results of this experiment so far. The C-peptide mentioned there is a biomarker of insulin production.
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/19081738/Clinical-Results-1024x578.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-13069" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/19081738/Clinical-Results-1024x578.jpg 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/19081738/Clinical-Results-300x169.jpg 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/19081738/Clinical-Results-768x433.jpg 768w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/19081738/Clinical-Results.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Slides from Sana's <a href="https://ir.sana.com/static-files/1f3a1d8c-24eb-4695-9380-747332ddae2a">May 2025 Corporate Presentation</a>.</figcaption></figure>
As the subsequent slide in the presentation shows, the patient was producing no insulin before the procedure, but has been producing insulin consistently since.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Plan For Mass Production</h2>
The islet cells used in that trial came from a cadaveric donor. Sana's goal is to scale this breakthrough using&nbsp;stem cell–derived islets—which contain insulin-producing beta cells—that can be manufactured in large quantities and delivered off the shelf. The result would be a&nbsp;one-time treatment&nbsp;that could eliminate the need for insulin, blood sugar monitoring, and other diabetes therapies.
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Larger dose‑escalation cohorts under way, with 6‑ and 12‑month read‑outs expected over the next year.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Potential Market Impact</h3>
If the current results hold up, Sana's therapy would convert Type‑1 diabetes from a&nbsp;chronic drug‑and‑device market&nbsp;into a&nbsp;one‑time cell‑therapy market—a seismic shift for incumbents.
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As you can see above, diabetes therapies comprise 75% of Novo Nordisk A/S&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) sales and 43% of Ely Lilly and Company&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>). For DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) and Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PODD#NASDAQ">PODD</a>), diabetes is pretty much their entire businesses.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Timeline That Matters</h2>
Some potential milestones to keep in mind for Sana headlines that could impact the diabetes therapy industry.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line</h2>
Sana has not&nbsp;cured&nbsp;diabetes yet—but a&nbsp;&gt; 3‑month insulin‑free human case without immunosuppression&nbsp;is more evidence than the market usually prices into chronically‑treated franchises. Shareholders of the incumbent companies mentioned above ought to consider hedging. The Portfolio Armor iPhone app can help you find the least expensive hedge that fits your risk tolerance and time frame. You can download it by aiming your iPhone camera at the QR code below (or by&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/portfolio-armor/id394951144">tapping here</a>, if you are reading this on your iPhone).
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Dexcom Promotes Jake Leach To President And COO

DexCom's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NYSE">DXCM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.61% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 10.61 million shares sold short, which is 3.47% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.97 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">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.
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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>DexCom Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for DexCom 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.
<h3>Comparing DexCom's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
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.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, DexCom's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.19%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Barclays analyst Matt Miksic maintains DexCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $90 to $93.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on DexCom, Raises Price Target to $93

These large-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Duolingo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUOL#NASDAQ">DUOL</a>) shares rose 27.39% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results and raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45149547" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">its FY25 sales guidance</a>. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/duol/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">boosted the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>CoreWeave, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>) shares increased 24.15%.</li>
<li>Tenet Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THC#NYSE">THC</a>) stock escalated 21.24% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results and raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45061907" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">its FY25 adjusted EPS guidance</a>. Many analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/thc/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">boosted the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CARR#NYSE">CARR</a>) stock upped 19.10% after it reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45135625" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> and raised its FY25 guidance</a>.</li>
<li>Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMMT#NASDAQ">SMMT</a>) stock upped 18.90%. Akeso, Inc. announced the Chinese Health Authorities, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) approved ivonescimab for a second indication based on the results of the Phase 3 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45046531" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">trial, HARMONi-2 or AK112-303</a>.</li>
<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) stock upped 18.31% last week after the company announced it launched its commercial self-driving <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45128218" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">trucking service in Texas</a>.</li>
<li>Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) shares were up 16.83% after Rosenblatt upgraded the stock from Sell to Neutral and raised its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/anet/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $55 to $85</a>.</li>
<li>Trane Technologies plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TT#NYSE">TT</a>) stock grew 14.83% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results and raised its FY25 GAAP EPS and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45108290" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sales guidance above estimates</a>. Many analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/tt/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">boosted the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) shares escalated 13.90% f<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45149628" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ollowing strong quarterly sales</a>. Many analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dxcm/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>XPO Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPO#NYSE">XPO</a>) shares increased 13.81%  after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45099967" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter EPS results</a>. Many analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xpo/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
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Duolingo, CoreWeave And DexCom Are Among Top 10 Large-Cap Gainers Last Week (Apr 28-May 2): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

U.S. stocks powered higher Friday after signs emerged that China may be open to negotiating a resolution to the fentanyl crisis, signaling a potential softening of trade tensions with the U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45172683/wall-street-eyes-9th-straight-day-of-gains-apple-falls-as-chinese-sales-disappoint-whats-driving-markets-friday">and lifting investor sentiment.</a>
Sources close to the Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/world/china/beijing-weighs-fentanyl-offer-to-u-s-to-start-trade-talks-287cf233">revealed </a>that Wang Xiaohong, China's minister of public security and a senior cabinet member, has been inquiring about what President Donald Trump's team expects from China regarding its role in the production of fentanyl precursors.
The inquiry marks a possible turning point in the long-standing diplomatic standoff between Washington and Beijing.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Cheer Diplomatic Hopes</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 Index jumped 1.5% to 5,685 points, on the way to its ninth straight day of gains and returning to levels last seen in late March.
Since hitting a short-term bottom in April, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) has rallied 17.5%, showcasing the index's strong recovery and renewed investor confidence.
The Nasdaq 100 rose even more aggressively during Friday trading, climbing 1.7% and above 20,100 points, driven by surging tech stocks. The index now trades at highs last seen on March 26.
Small caps staged an even sharper rebound. The Russell 2000 index – tracked by the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) – rallied 2.3% to 2,020 points, erasing losses incurred after the April 2 tariff announcements. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Beijing's Strategy: Leverage Fentanyl To Reset Trade Talks?</h3>
According to people familiar with the matter, China is exploring the possibility of sending Wang Xiaohong to the U.S. or arranging a high-level meeting with U.S. officials in a neutral location. 
The talks are described as fluid, but one consistent thread is that Beijing is seeking reciprocal movement from Washington on tariffs, WSJ reports.
The gesture could open the door to wider negotiations. On Friday, China's Commerce Ministry shifted its tone, stating that it was considering beginning discussions with the U.S. to halt the ongoing trade war. 
This marked a notable departure from its earlier stance, where it demanded that the U.S. first roll back tariffs as a precondition for any dialogue.
The thaw in rhetoric comes at a critical moment for China's economy, which is grappling with a prolonged real estate slump, falling prices and subdued business sentiment. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tech Stocks Lead Friday&#8217;s Rally</h3>
Several large-cap tech names were at the forefront of the Nasdaq's rally. Among the top gainers:
<ul>
<li>DexCom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) soared 15% to $80.80</li>
<li>AppLovin Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) gained 8.99% to $304.61</li>
<li>Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) advanced 6.32% to $122.69</li>
<li>Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>) climbed 5.84% to $159.35</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) rose 5.7% to $122.83</li>
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Among the worst performers were:
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<li>Atlassian Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEAM#NASDAQ">TEAM</a>), down 6.71% to $213.69</li>
<li>Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTWO#NASDAQ">TTWO</a>), off 5.62% to $221.95</li>
<li>Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), slipping 4% to $204.78</li>
<li>Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), falling 2.53% to $276.59</li>
<li>MercadoLibre Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>), down 1.46% to $2,261.06</li>
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Nasdaq 100 Leads Wall Street Rally As China Signals Openness To Fentanyl Talks, Easing Trade Tensions

U.S. stocks advanced across the board by midday Friday, with the S&amp;P 500 eyeing its ninth consecutive day of gains—poised for the longest winning <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">streak since May 2024.</a>
Risk appetite remained firm, underpinned by solid corporate earnings and a stronger-than-expected April jobs report. Nonfarm payrolls rose by 177,000, beating expectations of 130,000 and easing concerns over tariff-related hiring slowdowns.
All eleven S&amp;P 500 sectors traded in positive territory, led slightly by financials over technology. Major indexes have now fully recovered from the declines sparked on April 2, when President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs across trading partners.
The Nasdaq 100 climbed to levels last seen in late March, capping a strong week for tech stocks. Among the Magnificent Seven, all were on pace to close the week higher except Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), which slipped 4% as strong earnings were overshadowed by weaker sales in China.
The U.S. dollar index resumed its decline, pressured by renewed calls from President Trump for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates ahead of next week's policy meeting.
Treasury yields surged following the upbeat jobs data, with the 10-year note jumping 10 basis points to 4.31%, easing recession concerns entering the second quarter.
In commodities, oil prices fell back to $58 per barrel despite Thursday's rally on heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Gold rebounded 0.5%, set to snap a three-day losing streak, while natural gas prices jumped 4.4% to a two-week high.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) edged up 1% to $97,500, marking its fourth straight week of gains.
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<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %chg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,009.90</td>
<td>+1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,052.42</td>
<td>+1.3%</td>
</tr>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,671.17</td>
<td>+1.2%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,130.34</td>
<td>+0.9%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 11:30 a.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 1.2% to $565.03.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.9% to $411.29.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 1.4% to $488.26.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) soared 1.8% to $199.58.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) outperformed, up 1.7%; the&nbsp;Consumer Staples&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) lagged, up 0.3%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports included: 
<ul>
<li>Apple Inc.: down 4.0%</li>
<li>Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>): up 0.2%</li>
<li>Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>): up 0.0%</li>
<li>Chevron Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>): up 0.7%</li>
<li>Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>): down 2.1%</li>
<li>Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>): down 1.8%</li>
<li>Cigna Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>): down 0.5%</li>
<li>Arthur J. Gallagher &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AJG#NYSE">AJG</a>): up 3.5%</li>
<li>Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPWR#NASDAQ">MPWR</a>): up 4.0%</li>
<li>DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>): up 14.2%</li>
<li>Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>): down 1.7%</li>
<li>T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROW#NASDAQ">TROW</a>): up 3.5%</li>
<li>Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBOE#BATS">CBOE</a>): up 1.2%</li>
<li>Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTD#NYSE">MTD</a>): up 1.4%</li>
<li>Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYV#NYSE">LYV</a>): up 0.1%</li>
<li>Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSI#NYSE">MSI</a>): down 6.2%</li>
<li>Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>): down 0.2%</li>
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