La catena delle opzioni mostra i dati chiave delle opzioni azionarie di IBEX 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 IBEX..

IBEX (NASDAQ:IBEX) Azioni, Catena delle Opzioni

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IBEX Ltd delivers innovative business process outsourcing (BPO), smart digital marketing, online acquisition technology, and end-to-end customer engagement solutions to help companies acquire, engage, and retain valuable customers. It is an end-to-end provider of technology-enabled customer lifecycle experience (CLX) solutions to optimize customer acquisition, engagement, expansion, and experience for its clients. IBEX operates through the Business process outsourcing segment. Its services cover three areas: Digital and omni-channel Customer Experience (ibex Connect), Digital Marketing and E-Commerce (ibex Digital) and Digital CX surveys and analytics (ibex CX). It caters to a broad range of industries, such as telecommunications, cable, financial services, and healthcare.

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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/retail">March retail sales</a> exceeded expectations despite weather delays and a late Easter, J.P. Morgan analyst Christopher Horvers wrote in a Wednesday research note. 
What Happened: March retail sales rose 4.6% year-over-year, accelerating from 3.5% in February and slightly exceeding Bloomberg's forecast of 1.3% sequential growth.
Core retail sales were up 4.2%, nearly flat from the prior month. 
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Best-Performing Sectors: Discretionary categories like electronics, restaurants, apparel, and home furnishings saw strong year-over-year growth in March, likely due to &#8220;tariff pull-forward&#8221; ahead of price hikes.
The analyst also noted that sporting goods, grocery, general merchandise, and home improvement weakened.
In April, five out of ten categories will face easier year-over-year comparisons, including auto parts (-400 bps) and nonstore (-395 bps). 
Conversely, electronics (+485 bps), apparel (+325 bps), and others will have tougher comparisons.
O'Reilly Automotive Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORLY#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>) will likely report first-quarter same-store sales growth of 5.7%, well above the consensus estimate of 2.9%, based on sequential trends. This performance aligns with buy-side expectations, according to internal analysis.
Tractor Supply Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSCO#NASDAQ">TSCO</a>) appears poised to underperform expectations for first-quarter, with estimated same-store sales growth of 0.3% versus Street forecasts of 1.0%–1.1%. 
This figure, however, is slightly ahead of more bearish buy-side projections, which anticipated a 1%–2% decline, noted the analyst.
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Shares of companies within the broader consumer discretionary sector are trading lower amid overall market weakness after Fed Chair Powell made remarks at the Economic Club. Stocks across sectors may also be weighed down on trade tension fears after after the United States informed NVIDIA that it may require a license to export chips to China.

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44848474/fed-chair-powell-says-tariffs-lead-to-temporary-rise-in-inflation">Federal Reserve Chair</a> Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the U.S. is preparing to relax certain cryptocurrency and banking regulations, marking a notable shift in tone toward the digital asset sector.
What Happened: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVJtuioBY5w&amp;t=2547s">Speaking</a> at the Economic Club of Chicago on Wednesday, Powell acknowledged that the crypto market has become more mainstream and emphasized the need for a clear regulatory framework, particularly around stablecoins.
"There'll be some loosening of that [crypto-related banking guidance]," Powell said, referring to previously strict rules imposed on banks engaging with crypto assets. 
He added that the goal would be to foster innovation "in a way that preserves safety and soundness" in the financial system.
Powell cited the failures and scandals that once dominated the crypto landscape as a reason for the Fed's initial cautious stance. 
But with stablecoins gaining traction and bipartisan discussions underway in both chambers of Congress, Powell said the environment is changing. 
"Congress is again looking at both the Senate and the House [for] a framework, a legal framework for stablecoins," he said. "That's a good idea. We need that."
Stablecoins, digital assets pegged to fiat currencies, have grown into a significant part of the crypto economy, facilitating transactions and offering dollar exposure in the digital ecosystem. 
Powell stressed that any framework must include "consumer protections of the typical sorts and transparency."
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Why It Matters: His comments come amid a broader review of financial regulatory policy, including how central banks manage inflation and monetary policy tools like quantitative easing.
But Powell's remarks on digital assets are among the clearest signals yet that the Fed may ease its grip on crypto-related banking restrictions, particularly as the sector becomes more institutionalized.
The potential easing could open the door for U.S. banks to custody crypto assets or process payments in stablecoins—something many in the industry have long awaited. 
Powell's remarks also reinforce the growing view in Washington that crypto's integration into the financial system must be met with proportional, risk-based oversight rather than blanket restrictions.
Speaking with Benzinga, Sid Powell, CEO of Maple Finance, welcomed Powell's remarks, noting, "Powell discusses the need for a legal framework for stablecoins. This is a shift in tone from prior years and reflects a maturity of the space, with Powell acknowledging that stablecoins are a sector that could have wide implications for the economy and US users." 
Powell's comments suggest potential easing in areas like bank custody of crypto assets and acceptance of stablecoins, areas the industry will closely watch.
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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower amid overall market weakness after Fed Chair Powell made remarks at the Economic Club. Stocks across sectors may also be weighed down on trade tension fears after after the United States informed NVIDIA that it may require a license to export chips to China.

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CVX usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 34 extraordinary options activities for Chevron. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 41% leaning bullish and 52% bearish. Among these notable options, 17 are puts, totaling $1,283,216, and 17 are calls, amounting to $646,037.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $85.0 to $165.0 for Chevron over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Chevron options trades today is 1454.11 with a total volume of 6,558.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Chevron's big money trades within a strike price range of $85.0 to $165.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Chevron Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830076_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
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<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.05</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$347.0K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td align="right">513</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.64</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$151.2K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">326</td>
</tr>
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<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.5</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$145.8K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">223</td>
</tr>
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<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$25.75</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$85.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$72.7K</td>
<td>299</td>
<td align="right">156</td>
</tr>
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</table>

<h3>About Chevron</h3>
Chevron is an integrated energy company with exploration, production, and refining operations worldwide. It is the second-largest oil company in the United States with production of 3.1 million of barrels of oil equivalent a day, including 7.7 million cubic feet a day of natural gas and 1.8 million of barrels of liquids a day. Production activities take place in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Its refineries are in the US and Asia for total refining capacity of 1.8 million barrels of oil a day. Proven reserves at year-end 2023 stood at 11.1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, including 6.0 billion barrels of liquids and 30.4 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.
In light of the recent options history for Chevron, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Chevron Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 5,390,216, with CVX's price up by 1.03%, positioned at $135.93.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 16 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Chevron</h3>
Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $167.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Overweight rating on Chevron, maintaining a target price of $173. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Chevron, maintaining a target price of $185. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Scotiabank downgraded its rating to Sector Perform, setting a price target of $143. 
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in GE usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 26 extraordinary options activities for GE Aerospace. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 42% bearish. Among these notable options, 22 are puts, totaling $1,329,107, and 4 are calls, amounting to $189,801.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $150.0 to $210.0 for GE Aerospace during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in GE Aerospace's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to GE Aerospace's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $150.0 to $210.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>GE Aerospace Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830071_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
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<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.9</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$108.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">367</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$20.75</td>
<td>$19.6</td>
<td>$19.6</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$107.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">312</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$17.0</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$99.6K</td>
<td>798</td>
<td align="right">119</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$90.7K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td align="right">223</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$16.5</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$90.6K</td>
<td>798</td>
<td align="right">55</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About GE Aerospace</h3>
GE Aerospace is the global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing large aircraft engines, along with partner Safran in their CFM joint venture. With its massive global installed base of nearly 70,000 commercial and military engines, GE Aerospace earns most of its profits on recurring service revenue of that equipment, which operates for decades. GE Aerospace is the remaining core business of the company formed in 1892 with historical ties to American inventor Thomas Edison; that company became a storied conglomerate with peak revenue of $130 billion in 2000 until GE spun off its appliance, finance, healthcare, and wind and power businesses between 2016 and 2024.
<h3>Current Position of GE Aerospace</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,199,207, with GE's price down by -1.54%, positioned at $182.81.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 6 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About GE Aerospace</h3>
Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $214.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for GE Aerospace, targeting a price of $212. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Buy rating for GE Aerospace, targeting a price of $227. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for GE Aerospace, targeting a price of $203. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in GE Aerospace

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with SMCI, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 53 uncommon options trades for Super Micro Computer.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 35%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 20 are puts, for a total amount of $1,738,013, and 33 are calls, for a total amount of $2,706,153.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $18.0 to $83.0 for Super Micro Computer over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Super Micro Computer's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Super Micro Computer's whale activity within a strike price range from $18.0 to $83.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Super Micro Computer Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830066_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$16.85</td>
<td>$17.23</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$689.2K</td>
<td>242</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$380.0K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$24.0</td>
<td>$23.75</td>
<td>$23.75</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$304.0K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
<td>202</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$198.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>806</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$159.0K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data centers, Big Data, high-performance computing, and the "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade, and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular, and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Super Micro Computer, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Super Micro Computer</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 27,263,452, the price of SMCI is down by -5.76%, reaching $31.55.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 13 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Super Micro Computer</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $45.0.
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&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from JP Morgan has upgraded their rating to Neutral and adjusted the price target to $45. 
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4 analysts have shared their evaluations of Westrock Coffee (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEST#NASDAQ">WEST</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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</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>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $9.5, a high estimate of $10.00, and a low estimate of $9.00. A decline of 2.56% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830064_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Westrock Coffee among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Todd Brooks &#x7C;Benchmark &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $10.00&#x7C;$10.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Todd Brooks &#x7C;Benchmark &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $10.00&#x7C;$10.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Sarang Vora &#x7C;Telsey Advisory Group&#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $9.00&#x7C;$9.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Sarang Vora &#x7C;Telsey Advisory Group&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $9.00&#x7C;$10.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Westrock Coffee. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Westrock Coffee compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Westrock Coffee's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Westrock Coffee's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Westrock Coffee Better</h2>
Westrock Coffee Co is an integrated coffee, tea, flavors, extracts, and ingredients solutions provider in the U.S, providing coffee sourcing, supply chain management, product development, roasting, packaging, and distribution services to retail, foodservice and restaurant, convenience store and travel center, non-commercial account, CPG, and hospitality industries around the world. The company's segment includes Beverage Solutions and Sustainable Sourcing and Traceability. It generates maximum revenue from the Beverage Solutions segment.
<h3>Westrock Coffee: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Westrock Coffee showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 6.52% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Westrock Coffee's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -10.71%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -23.6%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Westrock Coffee's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -2.25%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Westrock Coffee's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 5.18. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Westrock Coffee Through 4 Analysts

In the last three months, 10 analysts have published ratings on NICE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NICE#NASDAQ">NICE</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">5</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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for NICE, revealing an average target of $217.6, a high estimate of $300.00, and a low estimate of $161.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 12.12% lower than the prior average price target of $247.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830056_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of NICE among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;------------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Hamza Fodderwala &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $202.00&#x7C;$235.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Gil Luria &#x7C;DA Davidson &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $180.00&#x7C;$200.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Rishi Jaluria &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $200.00&#x7C;$200.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tyler Radke &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $228.00&#x7C;$279.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Rishi Jaluria &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $200.00&#x7C;$260.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Thomas Blakey &#x7C;Cantor Fitzgerald &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $161.00&#x7C;$176.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Walravens &#x7C;Citizens Capital Markets&#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Market Outperform&#x7C; $300.00&#x7C;$300.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Catharine Trebnick &#x7C;Rosenblatt &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $200.00&#x7C;$225.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tavy Rosner &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $226.00&#x7C;$286.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tyler Radke &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $279.00&#x7C;$315.00 &#x7C;
<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 NICE. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of NICE compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for NICE's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of NICE's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About NICE</h2>
Nice is an enterprise software company that serves the customer engagement and financial crime and compliance markets. The company provides data analytics-based solutions through both a cloud platform and on-premises infrastructure. Within customer engagement, Nice's CXone platform delivers solutions focused on contact center software and workforce engagement management, or WEM. Contact center offerings include solutions for digital self-service, customer journey and experience optimization, and compliance. WEM products optimize call center efficiency, leveraging data and AI analytics for call volume forecasting and agent scheduling. Within financial crime and compliance, Nice offers risk and investigation management, fraud prevention, anti-money laundering, and compliance solutions.
<h3>NICE's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: NICE displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 15.79%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: NICE's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 13.79%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): NICE's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.78%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.9%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.16.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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What Analysts Are Saying About NICE Stock

JP Morgan analyst Reginald L. Smith observed that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC/USD) miners saw mixed performance in early April. A drop in the average Bitcoin price during the first half of the month strained mining economics<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44794011/bitcoin-reclaims-momentum-as-100k-calls-resurface-and-tariff-relief-lifts-market-mood" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> despite solid operational gains in March.</a>
Per Smith, pure-play miners like MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>) and CleanSpark, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLSK#NASDAQ">CLSK</a>) outpaced Bitcoin&#8217;s price gains, while firms with exposure<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44816721/bitcoin-price-rips-through-86k-as-strategic-reserve-push-gains-global-traction" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> to high-performance computing lagged behind.</a>
The analyst notes that the average Bitcoin price in early April was around $82,600, down 3% from March. It dipped to $75,000 but later recovered to about $85,000.
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Smith said March was a strong operational month, with U.S.-listed miners adding around 15 EH/s and increasing coin production, partly due to easier month-over-month comparisons. Smith highlights that this was led by IREN Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IREN#NASDAQ">IREN</a>) and Hut 8 Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUT#NASDAQ">HUT</a>).
However, the overall network hash rate grew faster than U.S. miners&#8217; expansion, and Bitcoin's average price dipped in the first half of April, putting pressure on mining profitability.
Smith also estimated that U.S.-listed miners are now trading at roughly 1.2 times their share of the four-year block reward opportunity, down from recent highs and the lowest in over two years.
According to Smith, MARA Holdings and Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTDR#NASDAQ">BTDR</a>) were the best and worst-performing stocks over the first two weeks of April, respectively.
Other firms that delivered weaker performance than their peers are TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WULF#NASDAQ">WULF</a>), IREN Limited and Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>), owing to their high-performance computing exposure.
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Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated EPAM Systems (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPAM#NYSE">EPAM</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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 $249.83, a high estimate of $288.00, and a low estimate of $170.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 7.24%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830047_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The perception of EPAM Systems by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arvind Ramnani &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $170.00&#x7C;$251.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ramsey El-Assal &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $270.00&#x7C;$290.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Divya Goyal &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Outperform&#x7C; $250.00&#x7C;$275.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mayank Tandon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $265.00&#x7C;$265.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;James Faucette &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $256.00&#x7C;$230.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Surinder Thind &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $288.00&#x7C;$305.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to EPAM Systems. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of EPAM Systems compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for EPAM Systems's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into EPAM Systems's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind EPAM Systems</h2>
EPAM Systems is a global IT services firm that offers platform engineering, software development, and consulting services. EPAM's largest market is North America, which represents approximately 60% of revenue. Offerings span assisting companies with new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and robotics.
<h3>Financial Insights: EPAM Systems</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: EPAM Systems displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 7.87%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 8.27%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): EPAM Systems's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.88%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): EPAM Systems's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.24%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.04, EPAM Systems adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
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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EPAM

What 6 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About EPAM Systems

In the latest quarter, 10 analysts provided ratings for CryoPort (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYRX#NASDAQ">CYRX</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>
<tr>
<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>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $11.2, a high estimate of $15.00, and a low estimate of $10.00. A 0.18% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $11.22. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830038_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The perception of CryoPort by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Subbu Nambi &#x7C;Guggenheim &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $10.00&#x7C;$10.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Richard Baldry &#x7C;Roth MKM &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $15.00&#x7C;$15.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John Sourbeer &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$10.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John Sourbeer &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $10.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Saxon &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $11.00&#x7C;$11.00 &#x7C;
<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 CryoPort. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of CryoPort compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of CryoPort's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of CryoPort's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind CryoPort</h2>
CryoPort Inc is a leader serving the life sciences industry as a provider of integrated temperature-controlled supply chain solutions supporting the life sciences in the biopharma/pharma, animal health, and reproductive medicine markets. It operates in two reportable segments: Life Sciences Services and Life Sciences Products. Geographically the company operates in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific (APAC), generating a majority of its revenue from the Americas.
<h3>CryoPort's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: CryoPort's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 3.97%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: CryoPort's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of -34.73%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): CryoPort's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -5.49% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): CryoPort's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -2.94%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: CryoPort's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.68, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
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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CYRX

10 Analysts Have This To Say About CryoPort

Lululemon Athletica's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NYSE">LULU</a>) short percent of float has risen 4.08% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 7.40 million shares sold short, which is 7.65% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.36 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>Lululemon Athletica Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830028_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Lululemon Athletica has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Lululemon Athletica'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>, Lululemon Athletica's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.97%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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LULU

Is Lululemon Athletica Gaining or Losing Market Support?

In the preceding three months, 10 analysts have released ratings for Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M 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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Caesars Entertainment, revealing an average target of $43.3, a high estimate of $54.00, and a low estimate of $23.00. This current average has decreased by 5.25% from the previous average price target of $45.70. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830025_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Caesars Entertainment among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;------------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Stephen Grambling &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $29.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joseph Stauff &#x7C;Susquehanna &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $23.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;RJ Milligan &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Strong Buy &#x7C; $49.00&#x7C;$55.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joseph Stauff &#x7C;Susquehanna &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $30.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jordan Bender &#x7C;Citizens Capital Markets&#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Market Outperform&#x7C; $53.00&#x7C;$53.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Daniel Politzer &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $50.00&#x7C;$53.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Chad Beynon &#x7C;Macquarie &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $46.00&#x7C;$47.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brandt Montour &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $54.00&#x7C;$55.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Lance Vitanza &#x7C;TD Cowen &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $48.00&#x7C;$50.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Steven Wieczynski &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $51.00&#x7C;$54.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Caesars Entertainment. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Caesars Entertainment compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Caesars Entertainment's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Caesars Entertainment's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CZR/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Caesars Entertainment analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Caesars Entertainment: A Closer Look</h2>
Caesars Entertainment includes about 50 domestic gaming properties across the Las Vegas (49% of 2024 EBITDAR before corporate expenses) and regional (46%) markets. Additionally, the company hosts managed properties and digital assets that produced marginal EBITDA in 2024. Caesars' US presence roughly doubled with the 2020 acquisition by Eldorado, which built its first casino in Reno, Nevada, in 1973 and expanded its presence through prior acquisitions to over 20 properties before merging with legacy Caesars. Caesars' brands include Caesars, Harrah's, Tropicana, Bally's, Isle, and Flamingo. Also, the company owns the US portion of William Hill (it sold the international operation in 2022), a digital sports betting platform.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Caesars Entertainment's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Caesars Entertainment faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -0.92% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Caesars Entertainment's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.39%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Caesars Entertainment's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 0.26%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Caesars Entertainment's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.03%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Caesars Entertainment's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 6.03.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
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.
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Beyond The Numbers: 10 Analysts Discuss Caesars Entertainment Stock

Bath &amp; Body Works's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBWI#NYSE">BBWI</a>) short percent of float has fallen 22.78% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.72 million shares sold short, which is 3.05% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 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>Bath &amp; Body Works Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830023_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Bath &amp; Body Works 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 Bath &amp; Body Works'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>, Bath &amp; Body Works's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 13.57%, 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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BBWI

Looking Into Bath & Body Works's Recent Short Interest

Comcast's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NYSE">CMCSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.25% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 55.87 million shares sold short, which is 1.5% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.15 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>Comcast Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830018_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Comcast 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 Comcast'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>, Comcast's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.15%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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CMCSA

Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Comcast?

In the preceding three months, 31 analysts have released ratings for Okta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives 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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Okta, revealing an average target of $117.35, a high estimate of $140.00, and a low estimate of $94.00. Marking an increase of 9.14%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $107.52. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830015_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The perception of Okta by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Simeon Gutman &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $123.00&#x7C;$125.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brian Colley &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jonathan Ruykhaver &#x7C;Cantor Fitzgerald &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Simeon Gutman &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $125.00&#x7C;$106.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Shyam Patil &#x7C;Susquehanna &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $105.00&#x7C;$95.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Adam Borg &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joel Fishbein &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$92.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Fatima Boolani &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$100.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Shaul Eyal &#x7C;Oppenheimer &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$125.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matthew Hedberg &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Shrenik Kothari &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Gabriela Borges &#x7C;Goldman Sachs &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $123.00&#x7C;$107.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Colville &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $109.00&#x7C;$94.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Eric Heath &#x7C;Keybanc &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$125.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Casey Ryan &#x7C;WestPark Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $140.00&#x7C;$140.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Nowinski &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$95.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Gregg Moskowitz &#x7C;Mizuho &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;$110.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Saket Kalia &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $115.00&#x7C;$105.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Cikos &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $115.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joseph Gallo &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$90.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Richard Davis &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$94.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Rudy Kessinger &#x7C;DA Davidson &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $125.00&#x7C;$90.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brian Essex &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $105.00&#x7C;$100.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Casey Ryan &#x7C;WestPark Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $140.00&#x7C;$140.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Saket Kalia &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $105.00&#x7C;$96.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Boyd &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$108.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Gregg Moskowitz &#x7C;Mizuho &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$100.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Eric Heath &#x7C;Keybanc &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $125.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Cikos &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $115.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Colville &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $94.00&#x7C;$96.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Fatima Boolani &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$95.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Okta. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Okta compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Okta's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Okta's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OKTA/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Okta analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Okta Better</h2>
Okta is a cloud-native security company that focuses on identity and access management. The San Francisco-based firm went public in 2017 and focuses on two key client stakeholder groups: workforces and customers. Okta's workforce offerings enable a company's employees to securely access its cloud-based and on-premises resources. The firm's customer offerings allow its clients' customers to securely access the client's applications.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Okta's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Okta's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 January, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 12.73%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Okta's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.37% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Okta's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.36%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Okta's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.25%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Okta's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.15.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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OKTA

31 Analysts Assess Okta: What You Need To Know

In the current session, Western Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) is trading at $35.43, after a 1.39% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 21.09%, and in the past year, by 31.35%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830016_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Evaluating Western Digital P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</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. 
Western Digital has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 23.36 of the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744830016_1.png" alt="Guage" />

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.

Intraday Update

Price Over Earnings Overview: Western Digital

Major cryptocurrencies are down on Wednesday amid Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell commenting on the state of the economy.
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<td>Cryptocurrency</td>
<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Gains +/-</td>
</tr>
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td> $83,832</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td> $1,561</td>
<td>-3.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td> $127.65</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td> $2.09</td>
<td>-1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td> $0.1532</td>
<td>-1.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td> $0.00001167</td>
<td>-1.4%</td>
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Notable Statistics:
<ul>
<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 25.9% and daily active addresses growing by 2%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are down from 9,856 to 9,765 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are down by 18.3%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 143,467 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $292.39 million.</li>
</ul>
Notable Developments:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44842080/could-bitcoin-bonds-solve-the-14-trillion-us-debt-burden-vaneck-says-its-possible">Could Bitcoin Bonds Solve The $14 Trillion US Debt Burden? VanEck Says It&#8217;s Possible</a></li>
<li><a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44833876/bitcoin-to-outperform-gold-in-coming-months-says-anthony-pompliano">Bitcoin To Outperform Gold In Coming Months, Says Anthony Pompliano</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44839868/coinbase-warns-of-crypto-bear-market-but-says-a-recovery-in-2025-is-possible">Coinbase Warns Of Crypto Bear Market, But Says A Recovery In 2025 Is Possible</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44843430/panama-city-council-now-accepts-bitcoin-ethereum-for-taxes-fines-fees">Panama City Council Now Accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum For Taxes, Fines, Fees</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44845787/as-us-economy-resembles-emerging-market-bitcoin-is-more-mag-8-than-gold-mike-novogratz-says">As US Economy Resembles &#8216;Emerging Market&#8217;, Bitcoin Is More &#8216;MAG-8&#8217; Than Gold, Mike Novogratz Says</a></li>
</ul>
Top Gainers:
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<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Gains +/-</td>
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<td>Fartcoin (CRYPTO: FARTCOIN)</td>
<td>$0.9161</td>
<td>+10.4%</td>
</tr>
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<td>EOS (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eos/usd">EOS</a>)</td>
<td>$0.635</td>
<td>+6.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Curve DAO (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/crv/usd">CRV</a>)</td>
<td>$0.635</td>
<td>+5.8%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Trader Notes: Crypto analyst MaxBecauseBTC <a href="https://x.com/MaxBecauseBTC/status/1912554369301574063">says</a> Bitcoin is approaching a major trend shift, with buyers beginning to step in at current levels. 
If the price can flip the zero line, he anticipates an upward breakout but emphasizes that key confirmation is still pending.
According to analytics firm Santiment, crypto markets are staging a modest rebound, with Bitcoin hovering near $85,000 and repeatedly testing that level. 
The market intelligence platform is cautiously optimistic for a potential push toward $90,000, though broader moves will hinge on evolving tariff developments and global macro conditions this week.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">&#x1f91e; Cryptocurrency markets are enjoying a mild rebound, and Bitcoin has been repeatedly crossing above &amp; below $85K. Traders are showing optimism that <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> can regain $90K, which will likely be dependent on tariff &amp; global economy news as the week progresses. <a href="https://t.co/acl2tWZSYh">pic.twitter.com/acl2tWZSYh</a>
&mdash; Santiment (@santimentfeed) <a href="https://twitter.com/santimentfeed/status/1912536269831483558?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Technical analyst Kevin highlighted a potential inverse head and shoulders pattern forming on the Bitcoin chart, a typically bullish signal in calmer environments. 
However, current macro headwinds, particularly around trade tariffs, are clouding sentiment and delaying conviction.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Are we not paying close enough attention to this potential obvious inverse head n shoulders on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a>. In a quiet market not being driven by a tariff post every day I would say this is a obvious bullish pattern but I think the dark side of this market right now has everyone on edge… <a href="https://t.co/kOi5ebpQ0t">pic.twitter.com/kOi5ebpQ0t</a>
&mdash; Kevin (@Kev_Capital_TA) <a href="https://twitter.com/Kev_Capital_TA/status/1912552211739251140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Meanwhile, Blockchainedbb <a href="https://x.com/blockchainedbb/status/1912540473480053057">sees</a> Bitcoin holding steady around the $85,000 zone and warns it's not an ideal time to short. 
She expects some choppy, sideways price action through Wednesday, cautioning that early short positions could get liquidated before the market reveals its hand. Her advice: stay on the sidelines and wait for clearer signals by Friday.
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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Dip As Recession Fears Linger

On Tuesday,&nbsp;Bank of America Corp&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) reported a&nbsp;first-quarter fiscal 2025&nbsp;net income of $7.4 billion (versus $6.7 billion a year ago) and EPS of $0.90, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $0.81</a>.
Revenue increased 6.0% year over year to $27.37 billion, beating the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$26.99 billion, driven by noninterest income growth across all segments and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/44811593/bank-of-america-ceo-says-consumer-continues-to-spend-and-maintain-healthy-credit-quality-sticks-to-annual-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener">higher net interest income</a>.
CEO&nbsp;Brian Moynihan&nbsp;said trade tensions and tariff-related turbulence did not affect the company&#8217;s performance or American consumers in<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44829134/bank-of-america-ceo-says-consumers-are-resilient-while-business-owners-worried-as-we-face-a-changing-economy" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;the first quarter.&nbsp;</a>
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Truist Securities analyst John McDonald updated models to reflect 1Q results and updated management outlooks. The updates reflect modest downward revisions to EPS, citing conservative run rates on certain fee revenue lines and slightly higher provisioning.
Truist reduced the 2025 EPS estimate to $3.60 (-$0.05) and the 2026 estimate to $4.30 (-$0.05), citing conservative assumptions around investment banking revenues and loan loss provision.
The analyst has reduced the price target from $50 to $47 on the lower EPS and a lower target multiple to reflect increased macro uncertainty and risks. Truist <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BAC/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">maintains the Buy rating</a>.
RBC Capital revised 2025 and 2026 EPS estimates to $3.70 and $4.25 from $3.73 and $4.35, respectively, reflecting a higher provision, higher expense, and lower noninterest income. &#8220;In view of recent market conditions, we revised our price target to $45 from $50,&#8221; RBC writes.
&#8220;BAC&#8217;s diversified business model continues to demonstrate its ability to navigate through uncertain times,&#8221; analyst Gerard Cassidy says.
&#8220;Furthermore, given the de-risking of its balance sheet over the last 15 years, we expect BAC to manage through the expected slowing of the U.S. economy and the impact it will have on credit trends without suffering any material adverse impacts to net income or capital,&#8221; Cassidy added.
Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods says this was a solid quarter from BAC but also relatively in line.
&#8220;In our view, BAC will rerate higher as it continues to deliver improving NII and visible credit costs. We continue to like the stock currently trading at a 17% discount to peers on 2026E,&#8221; said analyst David Konrad.
The analyst reduced the 2025 estimate by $0.05 to $3.65 and 2026E by $0.15 to $4.40, driven by higher credit costs and modestly lower NII.
Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods reduced the price target from $55 to $52, reiterating the Outperform rating.
&#8220;Further, BAC has flexibility for stronger repurchases as capital generation exceeds organic business growth needs,&#8221; analyst Konrad added.
Price Action: BAC stock is down 0.56% at $37.78 at the last check on Wednesday.
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