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KLA (NASDAQ:KLAC) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.

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<p>Investors with significant funds have taken a bearish position in KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>), a development that retail traders should be aware of.</p>
<p>This was brought to our attention today through our monitoring of publicly accessible options data at Benzinga. The exact nature of these investors remains a mystery, but such a major move in KLAC usually indicates foreknowledge of upcoming events.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner identified 9 options transactions for KLA. This is an unusual occurrence. The sentiment among these large-scale traders is mixed, with 44% being bullish and 55% bearish. Of all the options we discovered, 8 are puts, valued at $698,033, and there was a single call, worth $65,300.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $700.0 and $770.0 for KLA, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for KLA's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across KLA's significant trades, within a strike price range of $700.0 to $770.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>KLA 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727797578_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$40.8</td>
<td>$37.7</td>
<td>$38.9</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
<td>$213.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">160</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$29.3</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$26.9</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
<td>$212.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">89</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$38.9</td>
<td>$36.8</td>
<td>$37.3</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
<td>$78.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">160</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">105</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$69.4</td>
<td>$65.3</td>
<td>$65.3</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
<td>$65.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">41</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$38.9</td>
<td>$36.8</td>
<td>$37.2</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">160</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">70</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About KLA</h3>
<p>KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.</p>
<h3>Where Is KLA Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 231,598, the price of KLAC is down -3.02% at $751.0. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 22 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for KLA</h3>
<p>4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $835.0.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald keeps a Neutral rating on KLA with a target price of $925.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Citigroup keeps a Buy rating on KLA with a target price of $900.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from UBS continues to hold a Neutral rating for KLA, targeting a price of $765.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Oppenheimer downgraded its rating to Perform, setting a price target of $750. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for KLA with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Options

Markets

What the Options Market Tells Us About KLA

<p>KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) has been analyzed by 16 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $866.12, a high estimate of $980.00, and a low estimate of $680.00. This current average has increased by 4.77% from the previous average price target of $826.67. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727701256_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>A clear picture of KLA'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.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Yang</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Perform</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$960.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timothy Arcuri</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$960.00</td>
<td>$990.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Kelleher</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$875.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krish Sankar</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lipacis</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toshiya Hari</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$838.00</td>
<td>$735.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harlan Sur</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$680.00</td>
<td>$730.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Chin</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$875.00</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$980.00</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to KLA. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of KLA compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of KLA's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>For valuable insights into KLA's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KLAC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on KLA analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>About KLA</h2>
<p>KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.</p>
<h3>KLA: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> KLA displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>9.07%</strong>. 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.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> KLA's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>32.56%</strong>. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> KLA's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>25.88%</strong> ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> KLA's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>5.5%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> KLA's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>2.02</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Some analysts 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.</p>
<p><strong>Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now?</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge gives you instant access to all major analyst upgrades, downgrades, and price targets. Sort by accuracy, upside potential, and more. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=be8be9arja3be22bz21&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here to stay ahead of the market</strong></a>.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Analyst Ratings

16 Analysts Have This To Say About KLA

<p>Cantor Fitzgerald  analyst C J Muse   maintains KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $950 to $925.</p>


News

Price Target

Cantor Fitzgerald Maintains Neutral on KLA, Lowers Price Target to $925

<p>KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 11.42% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.56%. Currently, KLA has a market capitalization of $106.93 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In KLAC:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of KLAC stock 15 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$2,333.63</strong> today based on a price of $798.10 for KLAC at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>KLA's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727373619_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Trading Ideas

$100 Invested In KLA 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>KLA</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with KLAC, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 10 uncommon options trades for KLA.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 40% bullish and 30%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $142,455, and 8 are calls, for a total amount of $406,116.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $600.0 to $900.0 for KLA over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for KLA'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 KLA's whale trades within a strike price range from $600.0 to $900.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>KLA Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727368310_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$770.00</td>
<td>$113.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">47</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">76</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$31.0</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$31.0</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$111.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">74</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$58.5</td>
<td>$54.3</td>
<td>$57.1</td>
<td>$830.00</td>
<td>$57.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$48.8</td>
<td>$45.7</td>
<td>$48.06</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$48.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">106</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$49.8</td>
<td>$48.0</td>
<td>$48.0</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$48.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">106</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About KLA</h3>
<p>KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with KLA, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of KLA</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 363,703, with KLAC's price up by 3.6%, positioned at $799.83.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 27 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for KLA</h3>
<p>3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $805.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Neutral rating on KLA, maintaining a target price of $765.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on KLA, which currently sits at a price target of $900.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Oppenheimer downgraded its rating to Perform, setting a price target of $750. </p>
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in KLA

<p><strong>KLA's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NYSE">KLAC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.45% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>2.45 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 1.82% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.43 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>KLA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727362816_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for KLA has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing KLA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, KLA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.85%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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<p>Oppenheimer  analyst Edward Yang   initiates coverage on KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) with a Perform rating and announces Price Target of $750.</p>


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<p>Citigroup  analyst Atif Malik   maintains KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $960 to $900.</p>


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Shares of semiconductor stocks are trading higher amid strong recent economic data and in possible sympathy with Nvidia following CEO Jensen Huang's recent comments on demand and after Vice President Harris spoke of investment in American-based companies to win the technology race during the Presidential Debate.

<p>In the last three months, 14 analysts have published ratings on KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have set 12-month price targets for KLA, revealing an average target of $873.79, a high estimate of $980.00, and a low estimate of $680.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $810.71, the current average has increased by 7.78%.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726156851_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>The standing of KLA among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
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<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>Timothy Arcuri</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$960.00</td>
<td>$990.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Kelleher</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$875.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krish Sankar</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mark Lipacis</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Toshiya Hari</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$838.00</td>
<td>$735.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harlan Sur</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$680.00</td>
<td>$730.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Chin</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$875.00</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$980.00</td>
<td>$760.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Quatrochi</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$860.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to KLA. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of KLA compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for KLA's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of KLA's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KLAC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on KLA analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About KLA</h2>
<p>KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.</p>
<h3>KLA's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3 months period, KLA showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>9.07%</strong> as of 30 June, 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 Information Technology sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> KLA's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of <strong>32.56%,</strong> the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> KLA's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>25.88%</strong>. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> KLA's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>5.5%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> KLA's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>2.02</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
<p>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://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Analyst Expectations For KLA's Future

<p>UBS  analyst Timothy Arcuri   maintains KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $900 to $765.</p>


UBS Maintains Neutral on KLA, Lowers Price Target to $765

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>KLA</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with KLAC, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 11 uncommon options trades for KLA.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 54% bullish and 36%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $370,440, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $157,435.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $580.0 to $880.0 for KLA over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for KLA'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 KLA's whale trades within a strike price range from $580.0 to $880.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>KLA Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726083051_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
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<table>
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<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$49.1</td>
<td>$48.3</td>
<td>$49.1</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$103.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">105</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">26</td>
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<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$51.4</td>
<td>$48.4</td>
<td>$49.0</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$78.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">105</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$64.2</td>
<td>$60.8</td>
<td>$62.16</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$62.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">42</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
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<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$15.1</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$720.00</td>
<td>$49.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">358</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KLAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$13.0</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$48.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">404</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">86</td>
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<h3>About KLA</h3>
<p>KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.</p>
<h3>KLA's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 414,374, the price of KLAC is up by 4.31%, reaching $744.21.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 42 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest KLA options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on KLAC Options

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<p>KLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 7.38% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.57%. Currently, KLA has a market capitalization of $97.92 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In KLAC:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of KLAC stock 20 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$18,268.15</strong> today based on a price of $727.25 for KLAC at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>KLA's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725566421_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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