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

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Kyudenko Corp is a Japanese construction company. The company is engaged in the designing, construction, and administration of various facilities, including information and telecommunication facilities, power distribution facilities, underground power facilities, environmental facilities and systems, renewable energy facilities, electrical facilities design and construction, plumbing facilities, sanitation facilities, and fire-prevention facilities. The company is mainly operating locally.

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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) against its key competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>30.84</td>
<td>43.72</td>
<td>7.51</td>
<td>58.74%</td>
<td>$45.91</td>
<td>$58.27</td>
<td>3.95%</td>
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<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>7.15</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>0.65</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$2.29</td>
<td>16.27%</td>
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<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>13.87</td>
<td>3.03</td>
<td>0.97</td>
<td>5.29%</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>54.93%</td>
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<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>15.06</td>
<td>16.87</td>
<td>2.63</td>
<td>31.69%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>2.18%</td>
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<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>133.10</td>
<td>10.30</td>
<td>4.46</td>
<td>3.12%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.59</td>
<td>11.4%</td>
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<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>10.29</td>
<td>1.02</td>
<td>0.78</td>
<td>4.89%</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$1.52</td>
<td>41.33%</td>
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<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>6.78</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>2.46%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>-3.27%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>14.05</td>
<td>1.81</td>
<td>0.61</td>
<td>18.11%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>46.76%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>28.61</td>
<td>4.94</td>
<td>1.52</td>
<td>9.71%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>24.23%</td>
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 </style>After thoroughly examining Apple, the following trends can be inferred: 
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Notably, the current Price to Earnings ratio for this stock, 30.84, is 1.08x above the industry norm, reflecting a higher valuation relative to the industry.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 43.72, which is 8.85x the industry average, Apple might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 7.51, which is 4.94x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 58.74% that is 49.03% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $45.91 Billion, which is 104.34x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
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Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $58.27 Billion, which indicates 64.74x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 3.95%, which is much lower than the industry average of 24.23%, the company is experiencing a notable slowdown in sales expansion.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902032_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is an important measure to assess the financial structure and risk profile of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Apple stands in comparison with its top 4 peers, leading to the following comparisons:
<ul>
<li>
Among its top 4 peers, Apple is placed in the middle with a moderate debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45.
</li>
<li>
This implies a balanced financial structure, with a reasonable proportion of debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple, the PE, PB, and PS ratios are all high compared to its peers in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, indicating that the stock may be overvalued based on these metrics. On the other hand, Apple's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and low revenue growth suggest that the company is efficiently utilizing its resources and generating strong profits, despite slower revenue growth compared to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Market Analysis: Apple And Competitors In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry

Anglogold Ashanti's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AU#NYSE">AU</a>) short percent of float has risen 19.39% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.27 million shares sold short, which is 1.17% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.83 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>Anglogold Ashanti Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902030_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Anglogold Ashanti 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 Anglogold Ashanti'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>, Anglogold Ashanti's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.01%, 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Peering Into Anglogold Ashanti's Recent Short Interest

In the current market session, Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) stock price is at $159.01, after a 0.27% decrease. However, over the past month, the company's stock went up by 13.77%, and in the past year, by 144.07%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is not performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902025_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Sprouts Farmers Market P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Sprouts Farmers Market has a better P/E ratio of 42.52 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 36.26 of the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. Ideally, one might believe that Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902025_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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Edwards Lifesciences's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>) short percent of float has risen 14.2% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.54 million shares sold short, which is 1.85% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.03 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>Edwards Lifesciences Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902025_0_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edwards Lifesciences 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 Edwards Lifesciences'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>, Edwards Lifesciences's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.45%, 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Is Edwards Lifesciences Gaining or Losing Market Support?

In the fast-paced and highly competitive business world of today, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry observers. In this article, we will conduct an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Software industry. Through a detailed examination of key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and illuminate company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>29.94</td>
<td>9.13</td>
<td>10.60</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
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<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>30.46</td>
<td>21.75</td>
<td>6.65</td>
<td>19.27%</td>
<td>$5.89</td>
<td>$9.94</td>
<td>6.4%</td>
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<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>116.47</td>
<td>17.16</td>
<td>15.12</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
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<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>95.91</td>
<td>17.63</td>
<td>14.04</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
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<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>42.51</td>
<td>49.45</td>
<td>12.45</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>17.31%</td>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>23.82</td>
<td>6.96</td>
<td>3.91</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
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<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>403.77</td>
<td>12.34</td>
<td>13.50</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>32.29%</td>
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<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>26.71</td>
<td>2.77</td>
<td>5.33</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
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<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>39.75</td>
<td>23.09</td>
<td>7.24</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
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<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>26.10</td>
<td>9.28</td>
<td>7.46</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
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<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>44.15</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>3.09</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>28.88%</td>
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<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>17.47</td>
<td>14.64</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>-10.5%</td>
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<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>57.08</td>
<td>82.46</td>
<td>1.71</td>
<td>-25.97%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>5.36%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>77.02</td>
<td>21.93</td>
<td>7.64</td>
<td>7.78%</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$1.46</td>
<td>13.65%</td>
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 </style>When conducting a detailed analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become clear: 
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The Price to Earnings ratio of 29.94 is 0.39x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 9.13, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.42x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 10.6, which is 1.39x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17%, which is 0.39% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
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Compared to its industry, the company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion, which is 52.56x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The gross profit of $47.83 Billion is 32.76x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company's revenue growth of 12.27% is significantly below the industry average of 13.65%. This suggests a potential struggle in generating increased sales volume.
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</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902023_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio helps evaluate the capital structure and financial leverage of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Microsoft can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
<ul>
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Microsoft demonstrates a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers in the sector.
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<li>
With a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21, the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios suggest the stock is undervalued compared to peers, indicating potential for growth. However, the high PS ratio implies the stock may be overvalued based on revenue. On the other hand, the high ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit ratios indicate strong profitability and operational efficiency. The low revenue growth may be a concern for future performance compared to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Inquiry Into Microsoft's Competitor Dynamics In Software Industry

JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee maintains Teradyne (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $120 to $92.

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JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Teradyne, Lowers Price Target to $92

Etsy's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETSY#NYSE">ETSY</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.15% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 18.02 million shares sold short, which is 19.45% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.4 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>Etsy Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902020_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Etsy 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 Etsy'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>, Etsy's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.48%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Peering Into Etsy's Recent Short Interest

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) against its key competitors in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>NVIDIA Background</h3>
Nvidia is a leading developer of graphics processing units. Traditionally, GPUs were used to enhance the experience on computing platforms, most notably in gaming applications on PCs. GPU use cases have since emerged as important semiconductors used in artificial intelligence. Nvidia not only offers AI GPUs, but also a software platform, Cuda, used for AI model development and training. Nvidia is also expanding its data center networking solutions, helping to tie GPUs together to handle complex workloads.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>NVIDIA Corp</td>
<td>35.54</td>
<td>32.14</td>
<td>19.86</td>
<td>30.42%</td>
<td>$25.82</td>
<td>$28.72</td>
<td>77.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc</td>
<td>80.84</td>
<td>11.76</td>
<td>15.44</td>
<td>8.01%</td>
<td>$8.54</td>
<td>$10.14</td>
<td>24.71%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd</td>
<td>21.71</td>
<td>5.94</td>
<td>8.80</td>
<td>9.05%</td>
<td>$596.09</td>
<td>$512.38</td>
<td>38.84%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualcomm Inc</td>
<td>14.64</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>3.76</td>
<td>11.97%</td>
<td>$4.23</td>
<td>$6.51</td>
<td>17.45%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc</td>
<td>88.29</td>
<td>2.49</td>
<td>5.61</td>
<td>0.84%</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>$3.88</td>
<td>24.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Texas Instruments Inc</td>
<td>28.18</td>
<td>7.89</td>
<td>8.61</td>
<td>7.02%</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
<td>-1.72%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM Holdings PLC</td>
<td>132.89</td>
<td>16.58</td>
<td>29.01</td>
<td>4.05%</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>19.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices Inc</td>
<td>56.21</td>
<td>2.49</td>
<td>9.40</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>$1.03</td>
<td>$1.43</td>
<td>-3.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Micron Technology Inc</td>
<td>16.59</td>
<td>1.59</td>
<td>2.50</td>
<td>3.32%</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$2.96</td>
<td>38.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monolithic Power Systems Inc</td>
<td>14.34</td>
<td>7.99</td>
<td>11.61</td>
<td>52.73%</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>36.93%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Microchip Technology Inc</td>
<td>66.58</td>
<td>3.38</td>
<td>4.33</td>
<td>-0.87%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>-41.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STMicroelectronics NV</td>
<td>12.12</td>
<td>1.03</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.95%</td>
<td>$0.89</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>-22.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd</td>
<td>18.46</td>
<td>1.80</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>2.95%</td>
<td>$30.11</td>
<td>$26.62</td>
<td>1.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Microelectronics Corp</td>
<td>11.86</td>
<td>1.47</td>
<td>2.41</td>
<td>2.28%</td>
<td>$29.73</td>
<td>$20.43</td>
<td>-0.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>9.44</td>
<td>1.64</td>
<td>2.09</td>
<td>4.37%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>-14.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar Inc</td>
<td>10.35</td>
<td>1.67</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>5.05%</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>30.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Skyworks Solutions Inc</td>
<td>17.19</td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>2.23</td>
<td>2.54%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>-11.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>1257.33</td>
<td>10.36</td>
<td>20.32</td>
<td>4.95%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>154.44%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lattice Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>94.52</td>
<td>8.05</td>
<td>11.29</td>
<td>2.33%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>-31.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Universal Display Corp</td>
<td>24.45</td>
<td>3.34</td>
<td>8.36</td>
<td>2.87%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qorvo Inc</td>
<td>202.93</td>
<td>1.57</td>
<td>1.44</td>
<td>1.22%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>-14.67%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>108.95</td>
<td>4.9</td>
<td>7.64</td>
<td>6.39%</td>
<td>$34.03</td>
<td>$29.61</td>
<td>12.35%</td>
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 </style>When conducting a detailed analysis of NVIDIA, the following trends become clear: 
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<li>
With a Price to Earnings ratio of 35.54, which is 0.33x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 32.14, which is 6.56x the industry average, NVIDIA might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 19.86, which is 2.6x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 30.42%, which is 24.03% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
With lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $25.82 Billion, which is 0.76x below the industry average, the company may face lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $28.72 Billion is 0.97x below that of its industry, suggesting potential lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 77.94%, which surpasses the industry average of 12.35%, the company is demonstrating robust sales expansion and gaining market share.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902013_0_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is an important measure to assess the financial structure and risk profile of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When examining NVIDIA in comparison to its top 4 peers with respect to the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following information becomes apparent:
<ul>
<li>
Among its top 4 peers, NVIDIA has a stronger financial position with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The low P/E ratio suggests NVIDIA is undervalued compared to its peers in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. However, the high P/B and P/S ratios indicate that the market values the company's assets and sales more favorably. On the other hand, the high ROE and revenue growth, along with low EBITDA and gross profit, highlight potential for strong performance and growth in the future.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Comparing NVIDIA With Industry Competitors In Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment Industry

AMETEK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AME#NYSE">AME</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 4.82% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.06%. Currently, AMETEK has a market capitalization of $36.69 billion. 
Buying $1000 In AME: If an investor had bought $1000 of AME stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $8,279.04 today based on a price of $159.02 for AME at the time of writing.
<h3>AMETEK's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744902013_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

A April filing shows that Representative Bruce Westerman reported a purchase in Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), valued between $168,098 and $1,645,000. The transaction date is listed as April 16, 2025, with the report published on April 16, 2025.
At present, Microsoft shares are trading down 0.48% at $369.81.
Stay informed on Bruce Westerman's trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/bruce-westerman">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Arkansas Rep. Bruce Westerman Bought Over $168K Worth of Microsoft Stock: Here's What You Should Know

Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) announced on Thursday that it has named Evan Scott its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n44862734/lockheed-martin-announces-chief-financial-officer-transition" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CFO, effective immediately</a>.
Scott succeeds Jesus &#8220;Jay&#8221; Malave, who advised the company that he was pursuing other opportunities.
Scott, a 26-year Lockheed Martin finance executive, has served as the company&#8217;s Treasurer and the CFO of two business areas.
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The company will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings results webcast on&nbsp;April 22.&nbsp;
James Taiclet&nbsp;and&nbsp;Maria Ricciardone, vice president, Treasurer, and Investor Relations, will reaffirm the company&#8217;s previously issued 2025 guidance, exclusive of the evolving impacts of tariffs and the recent Next Generation Air Dominance announcement. They will also provide updates on other key topics and answer questions.
Lockheed Martin <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43271143/lockheed-martin-q4-earnings-sales-miss-margin-squeeze-but-backlog-boosts-2025-prospects" rel="noreferrer noopener">expects fiscal 2025</a> net sales of $73.75 billion-$74.75 billion versus the consensus of $74.28 billion. It projects EPS for the fiscal of ~$27-$27.30&nbsp;versus the consensus of $27.24.
In March, BofA Securities analyst&nbsp;Ronald J. Epstein&nbsp;downgraded Lockheed Martin <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/03/44462549/lockheed-martin-stock-dips-as-bofa-analyst-lowers-eps-estimates-forecast-after-air-force-contract-setback" rel="noreferrer noopener">from Buy to Neutral</a> and cut its&nbsp;price forecast from $685 to $485. The White House and U.S. Air Force (USAF) selected Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) over the company as the winner of the $20 billion contract for the Next&nbsp;Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, replacing&nbsp;Lockheed Martin&#8217;s F-22 Raptor.&nbsp;While defense budgets will likely increase, concerns remain regarding Lockheed Martin&#8217;s recent earnings quality, the loss of all six next-generation manned tactical aircraft programs, and the absence of near-term company-specific catalysts, adds the analyst.
LMT&nbsp;Price Action: Lockheed Martin shares are down 4.83% at $454.89 at last check Thursday.
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JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee maintains TE Connectivity (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEL#NYSE">TEL</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $169 to $146.

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BMO Capital analyst Brian Pitz reiterates Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $230 to $200.

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BMO Capital analyst Fadi Chamoun maintains CSX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSX#NASDAQ">CSX</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $36 to $35.

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Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey reiterates Genius Sports (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GENI#NYSE">GENI</a>) with a Buy and maintains $12 price target.

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BMO Capital analyst Michael Zaremski maintains Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $282 to $288.

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Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) unveiled an overhaul of its organizational structure aimed at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44862933/micron-announces-business-unit-reorganization-to-capitalize-on-ai-growth-across-all-market-segment">strengthening its position in the fast-evolving </a>artificial intelligence market. 
The company is realigning its operations into four new business units, each tailored to meet growing demand for advanced memory and storage solutions across various sectors.
The four units are Cloud Memory Business Unit (CMBU), Core Data Center Business Unit (CDBU), Mobile and Client Business Unit (MCBU), and Automotive and Embedded Business Unit (AEBU). 
Each unit will be headed by current executives and target specific markets where AI-driven memory and storage demand is surging.
&#8220;This reorganization completes our evolution to a market segment-focused business unit structure, with exciting AI-led growth opportunities in every business unit,&#8221; said EVP and Chief Business Officer, Sumit Sadana.
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&#8220;This structure sharpens our ability to partner deeply with customers and build on our tremendous portfolio momentum with differentiated solutions for all end markets.&#8221;
Raj Narasimhan will lead CMBU, catering to hyperscale cloud and high-bandwidth memory needs. Jeremy Werner will head CDBU, serving original equipment manufacturers and data center clients. 
Mark Montierth will oversee MCBU, which focuses on mobile and personal computing devices. Kris Baxter takes charge of AEBU, targeting automotive, industrial and consumer applications. 
All four units will report to Sumit Sadana, executive vice president and chief business officer. The new business structure will take full effect at the start of the company's fiscal fourth quarter, beginning May 30, 2025.
The decision follows an announcement made Monday by President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;and his administration stating that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44799415/whats-going-on-with-micron-technology-stock-monday">electronic products will not be subject </a>to the 145% retaliatory tariffs imposed on imports from China.
&nbsp;BofA Securities&nbsp;analysts Vivek Arya and Duksan Jang said even if a dire tariff impact happens, Micron <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44852860/nvidia-lam-research-and-marvell-to-face-least-impact-from-tariffs-while-intel-and-arm-could-suffer-more-bofa-analyst">has a 30%+ potential upside</a> to historical P/E or PEG multiple at current stock price.
However, yesterday Nvidia said that the U.S. government will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44841356/chip-stocks-are-facing-selling-pressure-wednesday-heres-why">start requiring a license</a> to&nbsp;export chips to China.
Micron will report financial results under the new business structure starting with the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025.
Price Action: MU shares traded lower by 0.50% at $69.03 at last check Thursday.
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