La catena delle opzioni mostra i dati chiave delle opzioni azionarie di Micropolis Hldgs 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 Micropolis Hldgs..

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Micropolis Holding Co is the UAE robotics manufacturer and a front-runner in autonomous driving. Micropolis Robotics leverages breakthrough AI to create the world's intelligent moving machines for use by consumers, enterprises, and government entities. The product portfolio includes Delivery Robots, Utility Robots, Community Patrol, and Police Patrol.

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BP shares are trading lower after Jefferies downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold and lowered its price target from $40.80 to $29.

Here's what's sparking increased attention for Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) shares on Monday as the stock trades near its all-time high.
What To Know: Last week, news broke regarding the Saudi Crown Prince&#8217;s aspirations for substantial investment opportunities, ranging from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45390422/trump-unveils-historic-and-transformative-600-billion-saudi-deal-predicts-markets-will-go-a-lot-higher">$600 billion to $1 trillion</a>, hinting at extensive development projects in the region. 
Concurrently, former President Donald Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45390422/trump-unveils-historic-and-transformative-600-billion-saudi-deal-predicts-markets-will-go-a-lot-higher">voiced</a> his support for stability and economic expansion in the Middle East, potentially creating avenues for U.S. technology firms like Palantir.
These ambitious Saudi investment plans could translate to heightened demand for Palantir&#8217;s advanced data analytics capabilities in large-scale regional initiatives.
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Moreover, increased geopolitical cooperation and stabilization efforts often lead to a greater reliance on data-driven insights, which could further benefit Palantir&#8217;s growth trajectory.
What Else: Adding to the positive momentum, Palantir recently reported robust first-quarter earnings, surpassing analyst expectations with revenue reaching $883.86 million. The company also raised its full-year guidance for key metrics, including revenue and free cash flow. 
CEO Alex Karp highlighted a significant shift in software adoption and an impressive 83% Rule of 40 score. Palantir now anticipates full-year revenue in the range of $3.89 billion to $3.90 billion, exceeding prior forecasts.
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Palantir&#8217;s business model revolves around two primary platforms: Gotham, catering to government clients with a focus on national security and intelligence, and Foundry, designed for commercial enterprises to integrate and analyze vast datasets for operational improvements and strategic decision-making. 
Both platforms leverage sophisticated artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to provide actionable insights. 
Price Action: Palantir shares are trading lower by 2.1% to $126.80 Monday afternoon. Over the past week, PLTR stock has risen by 5.3% to $126.28, contributing to a 39% gain over the past month.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy PLTR Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Palantir Technologies &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of Palantir Technologies, which is trading at $126.15 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 0.79 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, PLTR has a 52-week high of $133.49 and a 52-week low of $20.63.

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A Reddit post from <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/smallbusiness/comments/1kmd50i/what_is_a_business_secret_that_you_would_only/">r/smallbusiness</a> asking <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44868492/art-of-the-steal-ross-gerber-says-small-businesses-get-to-go-bankrupt-while-trump-makes-exceptions-for-mag-7-chinese-imports">entrepreneurs</a> to reveal anonymous business secrets quickly turned into a goldmine of confessions. From paid reviews to shady pricing tactics, hundreds of replies poured in as business owners let their guard down.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Confessions From Inside the Game</h2>
One standout comment called out the funeral industry: &#8220;The funeral industry is recession proof and AI resistant,&#8221; wrote a person. &#8220;No one wants to bury their parents with an AI chat bot it turns out.&#8221; Someone else said, &#8220;Funeral homes mark their caskets up insane amounts. You can buy a casket for 1/3 of the price online. It&#8217;s illegal for a funeral home to not accept an outside casket.&#8221;
But that was just the beginning.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Secrets That Bend the Rules</h2>
A common theme was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41443825/ftc-rule-to-protect-consumers-from-fake-reviews-ai-generated-testimonials-comes-into-effect-what-you">fake reviews</a> and manipulation of online perception. &#8220;Half the &#8216;handmade&#8217; stuff on Etsy? Straight outta AliExpress with a mark-up and a ribbon,&#8221; one user said. Another added, &#8220;We list fake &#8216;out of stock&#8217; notices on slow-moving products to create urgency, then restock them a week later at a higher price. Works every time.&#8221;
Some confessed to directly gaming platforms. &#8220;Raise your prices by 35% then put it on sale for 35%,&#8221; one user advised. &#8220;Amazon and Etsy algorithms will give you a significant boost.&#8221;
Another user said: &#8220;We constantly pay for paid reviews and comments on all platforms using services you can just Google!&#8221; Others noted that paid Amazon reviewers with &#8220;Top 100&#8221; badges charge $150 to $300 for text and video posts.
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Many shared frustrations with ruthless competitors. &#8220;Other businesses are going to steal your customers and your products as soon as they can. Don't feel bad about doing it to them,&#8221; one user warned. A smoothie shop owner explained how a local liquor store owner repeatedly came in asking questions before opening a nearly identical smoothie shop nearby.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Mind Games Behind Sales</h2>
There was also discussion around psychological pricing and customer behavior. One commenter wrote, &#8220;Customers are pretty dumb and if you give them too many choices, they can choose wrong and then judge you on it.&#8221; Several users advocated for offering just one high-quality version of a product.
On the creative side, a user in nightlife vending summed it up like this: &#8220;The product matters less than the situation. I&#8217;ve sold more random impulse items at 1 a.m. than perfectly branded products online. If you solve a problem at the exact moment someone has it, you win.&#8221;
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Others offered advice on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44251055/cutting-costs-without-cutting-corners-via-ai-and-automation">cutting costs and boosting margins</a>: &#8220;Use <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-credit-cards-for-business">Amex business credit card</a> for all expenses and take multiple vacations a year <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45338606/the-game-is-rigged-says-kevin-oleary-on-credit-card-points-he-claims-theyre-inflating-faster-than-the-dollar-and-always-cashes-out-fast">using the points</a>.&#8221;&nbsp;
A few users got frank about the reality of business: &#8220;Every business is unique and every business is a lot messier and more complicated than you think it is.&#8221; One summed up the spirit of the thread with, &#8220;No one cares about your business. You have to make them.&#8221;
Obviously, some of the tactics described in this article may be unethical, legally questionable, or outright illegal. For instance, paid reviews, fake product listings, and deceptive marketing practices can violate consumer protection laws and platform policies. Business owners should seek legal counsel before adopting any questionable strategies.
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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>) announced Monday that it has secured the winning bid in the bankruptcy auction for key assets of 23andMe Holding Co. in a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45489983/regeneron-enters-into-asset-purchase-agreement-to-acquire-23andme-for-256-million-plans-to-maintai" rel="noreferrer noopener">$256 million deal</a> to boost its genetics-based drug discovery efforts.
The acquisition includes 23andMe&#8217;s Personal Genome Service, Total Health, Research Services divisions, its Biobank, and associated infrastructure. Regeneron plans to keep consumer services running without disruption and expects the transaction to close in the third quarter of 2025.
Regeneron pledged to uphold 23andMe&#8217;s privacy policies to address concerns over data use and comply with all applicable regulations. A court-appointed Customer Privacy Ombudsman will review the intended data use and oversee privacy safeguards throughout the process.
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George D. Yancopoulos, Regeneron&#8217;s co-founder and chief scientific officer, emphasized the company&#8217;s long-term commitment to leveraging DNA in drug development.
He noted that Regeneron has already partnered globally to match de-identified genetic information from nearly three million participants with electronic health records, accelerating breakthroughs in treatments for cancer, infectious diseases, and immune disorders.
Aris Baras, head of the Regeneron Genetics Center, reaffirmed the company&#8217;s focus on ethical data use and scientific advancement. He said the acquisition supports Regeneron&#8217;s vision of utilizing large-scale genomic research to improve human health.
Following completion, 23andMe will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Regeneron. The transaction does not include the company&#8217;s Lemonaid Health division.
Regeneron held Cash and marketable securities of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g45061738/regeneron-reports-first-quarter-2025-financial-and-operating-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">$17.625 billion</a> as of March 31, 2025.
Price Action: REGN shares traded lower by 0.66% to $590.40 at the last check Monday.
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The broader cryptocurrency market is slightly down amid continued profit-taking following a surge fueled by rising institutional interest.
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$104,862.49</td>
<td>+0.3%</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2,490.73</td>
<td>+1%</td>
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<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$164.71</td>
<td>-3.2%</td>
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<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2.36</td>
<td>-1.3%</td>
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<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.2224</td>
<td>-2.3%</td>
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<td>Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.00001441</td>
<td>-1.3%</td>
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Notable Statistics:
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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 8.6% and daily active addresses falling by 20.2%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are down from 8,146 to 7,945 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are down by 349%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 136,041 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $560.76 million.</li>
<li>Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez noted that Bitcoin ETFs weekly inflows plunged from $2.72 billion in late April to around $277 million.</li>
<li>In another post, Martinez added that miners sold more than 2,400 BTC, worth $252 million, in past 24 hours.</li>
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Notable Developments:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/05/45501597/bitcoin-linked-semler-scientific-stock-is-trending-on-monday-whats-going-on">Bitcoin-Linked Semler Scientific Stock Is Trending On Monday: What&#8217;s Going On?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45501880/jamie-dimon-opens-jpmorgan-to-bitcoin-access-despite-longstanding-criticism">Jamie Dimon Opens JPMorgan To Bitcoin Access Despite Longstanding Criticism</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/new-etfs/25/05/45500575/vaneck-launches-node-etf-to-tap-blockchains-next-chapter">VanEck Launches NODE ETF To Tap Blockchain&#8217;s Next Chapter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45496435/strategy-adds-765-million-in-bitcoin-faces-lawsuit-over-btc-holdings">Strategy Adds $765 Million In Bitcoin, Faces Lawsuit Over BTC Holdings</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45490643/el-salvadors-bitcoin-holdings-show-357-million-in-unrealized-profit-as-bitcoin-closes-at-record-highs">El Salvador&#8217;s Bitcoin Holdings Show $357 Million In Unrealized Profit As Bitcoin Closes At Record Highs</a></li>
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<td>Four (CRYPTO: FORM)</td>
<td>$2.58</td>
<td>-7%</td>
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<td>Brett (Based) (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">BRETT</a>)</td>
<td>$0.06793</td>
<td>-5.6%</td>
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<td>Raydium (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">RAY</a>)</td>
<td>$3.11</td>
<td>-5.2%</td>
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Trader Notes: Cold Blooded Shiller <a href="https://x.com/ColdBloodShill/status/1924542409506975911">noted</a> that $105,000 is proving to be a key resistance level for Bitcoin. Breaking above it is crucial for any meaningful push toward all-time highs in the short term. If BTC fails to clear it, this level could mark a rejection point that leads to further downside correction.
Ted Pillows says Bitcoin dominance is undergoing a dead-cat bounce, forecasting a short-term rally up to 64.5% before continuing its broader downtrend, a signal that altcoins may soon regain momentum.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> dominance dead-cat bounce is happening. Maybe a rally towards 64.5% before BTC dominance dump will start again. <a href="https://t.co/OIvXEiTq98">pic.twitter.com/OIvXEiTq98</a>
&mdash; Ted (@TedPillows) <a href="https://twitter.com/TedPillows/status/1924503226117738775?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Meanwhile, analyst Michael van de Poppe <a href="https://x.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1924529234976112737">described</a> Bitcoin's recent move as a classic weekend liquidity sweep, where BTC briefly surged to new highs before reversing. 
With the pullback now stabilizing around $105,000, he expects BTC to potentially retest its all-time high within 1–2 weeks, adding that altcoins are poised to outperform during this consolidation phase.
Crypto trader Stoic <a href="https://x.com/Stoiiic/status/1924535401001148560">noted</a> that Bitcoin is repeating a familiar pattern above $105,000, where 2.5% depth spot ask walls emerge consistently. 
These large sell-side positions typically precede a rapid unwind or price rejection, signaling increased market caution at these levels.
Technical analyst group Stockmoney Lizards highlighted key price levels to monitor, including the weekly and monthly opens, which could act as support or resistance in the days ahead.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Levels to watch.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://t.co/RCzjKZpP4n">https://t.co/RCzjKZpP4n</a> <a href="https://t.co/EWqoX8gH6k">pic.twitter.com/EWqoX8gH6k</a>
&mdash; Stockmoney Lizards (@StockmoneyL) <a href="https://twitter.com/StockmoneyL/status/1924537502930485289?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Bitcoin, Ethereum Rebound While XRP, Dogecoin Struggle — $105,000 Remains Critical Resistance

The term ‘short squeeze' entered retail investors' vocabulary in January 2021 when GameStop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) went parabolic following a coordinated effort by traders on Reddit. Short sellers had attempted to profit from GameStop&#8217;s demise by borrowing shares from their broker and immediately selling on the open market.
The selling and the company&#8217;s lagging business would drive the price down, so the short sellers were hoping to buy the shares back later for less and pocket the difference. Instead, Reddit traders and a stronger-than-expected business pushed the price up. This sent short-sellers scrambling to buy shares back and close out their positions, causing the stock to go up even faster.
These &#8220;short squeezes&#8221; often peter out as quickly as they materialize, but profits can be exponential for those who find entry points before the catalyst.
Now that markets have recovered from April&#8217;s tariff drama, let&#8217;s take a look at some still-downbeat stocks primed for a short squeeze.
Here are five stocks with huge potential for a short squeeze run-up.
Each stock on this list has a minimum Benzinga Edge Growth Score of 96, short interest over 15% (meaning at least 15% of the float is sold short), and a potential catalyst on the horizon that could spark the fire.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Abercrombie and Fitch Co.</h2>
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<li>Benzinga Edge Growth Score: 99.21</li>
<li>Short Interest: 20.93%</li>
<li>Catalyst: Tariff reductions, technical breakout</li>
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Abercrombie and Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) made our list earlier as a stock to watch in March when the Relative Strength Index (RSI) dropped below 30, triggering an Oversold signal. But then Liberation Day happened, and stocks plunged, especially those exposed to Chinese manufacturing like ANF. However, now that the harshest tariffs have been rolled back and the odds of a recession are dropping, apparel stocks could be primed for a comeback, and Abercrombie is still flashing bullish technical signals. The stock has been down over 40% year-to-date (YTD) but up 13% in the last 30 days.
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The stock recently saw its 14-day exponential moving average (EMA) cross the 21-day EMA, indicating short-term bullish momentum. ANF's price has struggled to break above this level since President Trump announced his reciprocal tariffs, but now the breakout has occurred, and the RSI is still cooperating by staying below 70. ANF shares trade at just 7.5 times earnings, and the company still has some of the best margins in the apparel business. It also reports earnings on May 28, so a potential short-squeeze catalyst awaits.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Applied Digital Corp.</h2>
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<li>Benzinga Edge Growth Score: 98.02</li>
<li>Short Interest: 30.54%</li>
<li>Catalyst: Cryptocurrency bull market, technical breakout</li>
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Applied Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLD#NASDAQ">APLD</a>) is an artificial intelligence "picks and shovels" play that focuses on hosting data centers and cloud services for AI, crypto mining, and high-performance computing firms. The company has a $1.27 billion market cap and has grown its annual revenue each year since it went public, but it has yet to reach profitability.
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Of course, we aren't worried about the path to profitability when hunting short squeezes, and APLD shares have some bullish technical signals to go along with over 30% short interest. The stock dipped following a revenue miss on the April 14 earnings report, but shares have been shrugging off the bad report and moving higher. Like ANF, the stock chart shows the 14-day EMA crossing the 21-day EMA, with the price hugging the 14-day EMA as support. Analysts are still bullish on the stock, with Needham, Cantor Fitzgerald, and HC Wainwright defending their Buy ratings following earnings. The average price target between these three is $9, indicating a potential upside of over 55%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Airship AI Holdings Inc.</h2>
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<li>Benzinga Edge Growth Score: 97.70</li>
<li>Short Interest: 71.66%</li>
<li>Catalyst: Earnings</li>
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Airship AI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AISP#NASDAQ">AISP</a>) is a small-cap firm offering data management solutions to clients using AI platforms. AISP has some of the classic hallmarks of a short squeeze: a tiny market cap, a thinly traded float that was massively sold short, and a potential catalyst unfolding.
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AISP has over 71% short interest, the highest on our list by more than 40%. When stocks are shorted to this level, there's usually a good reason, and a parabolic GameStop-esque rally isn't in the cards. However, AISP reported a 25% revenue surprise to the upside during its May 15 earnings report, sending the stock up 4% in after-hours trading. It was the third straight quarter the company had increased revenue, and it&#8217;s now trading above its 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs) for the first time since February.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NuScale Power Corp.&nbsp;</h2>
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<li>Benzinga Edge Growth Score: 96.87</li>
<li>Short Interest: 18.98%</li>
<li>Catalyst: Earnings, technical breakout</li>
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Nuclear power has been grabbing lots of headlines lately as Google <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/45335750/google-is-betting-big-on-nuclear-reactors-should-you">reached an agreement</a> to open three nuclear sites to power AI data centers. The AI energy boom will require alternative sources, and nuclear power is quickly becoming a revitalized choice. Companies like NuScale (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>), which operates the only approved small module reactors (SMRs), could benefit most from this change of heart.
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NuScale has a pair of catalysts working in its favor: its partnership with AI data center provider Standard Power and a blowout earnings report. On May 12, NuScale reported a top and bottom-line earnings beat, including a 289% revenue surprise to the upside. The company also beat analysts&#8217; EPS estimates by 26%, and the stock is now up 37% in the last five sessions. The breakout above the 50-day and 200-day SMAs indicates more potential upside ahead, especially if the 50-day heads back over the 200-day SMA and triggers a Golden Cross.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reservoir Media Inc.</h2>
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<li>Benzinga Edge Growth Score: 98.07</li>
<li>Short Interest: 18.09%</li>
<li>Catalyst: Earnings, technical breakout</li>
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Reservoir Media  (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSVR#NASDAQ">RSVR</a>) is a small-cap music media firm that records and publishes material from various independent artists. The company both signs new artists and acquires existing music catalogs. RSVR reports earnings on May 28, and technical indicators are signaling bullish activity under the surface.
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RSVR has been declining since February but recently began poking its head above the 14-day and 21-day EMAs, indicating a potential support level is forming. As of this writing, shares are trading above both EMAs with the RSI well below the oversold threshold of 70. With earnings coming up, RSVR is the type of small-cap stock with high short interest that could surge higher with an upside surprise. Analysts thinly cover the stock, but B. Riley Securities did imbue a Buy rating with a $12.50 price target back on Halloween, which is nearly 70% higher than current prices. 
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Make way, AI. Quantum computing could be the next technology frontier that investors clamor to venture into, and Nvidia Corp&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45486464/nvidias-quantum-pivot-chip-giant-reportedly-mulls-major-stake-in-psiquantum-amid-rising-global-interest">investment in quantum upstart </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45486464/nvidias-quantum-pivot-chip-giant-reportedly-mulls-major-stake-in-psiquantum-amid-rising-global-interest">PsiQuantum</a> could just be the match that ignites the fire.
As per Reuters, Nvidia is in deep discussions to heavily invest in PsiQuantum, a company developing quantum computers on a scalable basis with the use of mainstream chip production — an applied benefit that gives it an edge over competitors employing more unusual approaches. 
PsiQuantum is currently collaborating with the U.S. and Australian governments to construct systems in Chicago and Brisbane. This year, it reportedly raised $750 million in investment from investors such as BlackRock, taking its valuation to $6 billion.
This might be a watershed moment for the quantum theme. For investors not yet willing to take a plunge in early-stage startups per se, quantum and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">AI-oriented ETFs</a> offer a more diversified entry into exposure. Two names that always seem to be mentioned together are the Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTUM#NASDAQ">QTUM</a>) and the WisdomTree AI &amp; Innovation Fund (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTAI#BATS">WTAI</a>).
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But as the quantum chatter rises, which of these ETFs is best suited to ride the wave?
Nvidia: The Common Ground
Both funds share one major trait — a heavy stake in Nvidia. And right now, that's not a bad place to be. The chipmaker sits at the heart of the AI boom, but this year, it's also been signaling growing interest in the quantum computing space.
In March, Nvidia announced a quantum research center in Boston in conjunction with Harvard and MIT.
It&#8217;s now said to be in negotiations to invest millions in PsiQuantum, a company that might develop usable quantum systems much sooner than originally anticipated.
This is a stark contrast to CEO Jensen Huang&#8216;s previous opinion that real-world quantum computing was &#8220;decades away.&#8221; Nvidia&#8217;s changing position might propel a re-rating of quantum exposure within tech portfolios, and QTUM and WTAI are both poised to profit.
The Investment Angle
QTUM is for the investor who desires exposure to the theme of quantum without venturing too far into the realm of speculation. It features solid players such as Honeywell (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) and Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), and employs a rules-based index approach that keeps its sights firmly fixed on machine learning and quantum progress. Notably, D-wave Quantum Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), a pure-play quantum company, currently has found its way to the top position in the fund&#8217;s portfolio.
WTAI, however, is a more accommodating fund. It holds riskier innovators like AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), apart from companies dabbling in quantum computing. This fund may be riskier but might also deliver unusually large returns if quantum and AI come together sooner than anticipated.
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<td>Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)</td>
<td>WisdomTree AI &amp; Innovation Fund (WTAI)</td>
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<td>Core Theme</td>
<td>Quantum Computing + Machine Learning</td>
<td>AI, Robotics, Quantum Tech</td>
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<td>Quantum Focus</td>
<td>Moderate — thematic but diversified</td>
<td>Broader innovation play with quantum exposure</td>
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<td>Notable Quantum Holdings</td>
<td>Nvidia, Honeywell, Alphabet</td>
<td>Nvidia, AMD</td>
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<td>AI Exposure</td>
<td>Strong</td>
<td>Very Strong (AI is central theme)</td>
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<td>0.40%</td>
<td>0.45%</td>
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<td>~$180 million</td>
<td>~$140 million</td>
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<td>Moderate</td>
<td>Slightly higher — more small/mid-cap exposure</td>
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<td>Investors seeking a balanced play on quantum + AI</td>
<td>Those betting on the broader AI-quantum synergy</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">QTUM vs WTAI: Head-to-Head Breakdown</figcaption></figure>
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The Bottom Line
Nvidia&#8217;s PsiQuantum acquisition may signal the start of a new chapter in the quantum computing saga, one where functionality starts to supplant sheer theory. For cautious investors looking to play the quantum game, QTUM and WTAI present two distinct, but attractive, paths into the quantum narrative.
Want something more traditional with a dash of quantum? QTUM may be your cup of tea.
Want a tech-agnostic innovation play with a quantum punch? WTAI may be the preferable option.
Either way, it appears Nvidia&#8217;s next gamble may very well reboot the quantum discussion, and these ETFs are patiently ready to shine.
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Here's what's sparking increased attention from traders and investors for Carvana Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>) on Monday. 
What To Know: The online used car retailer&#8217;s shares have been on a significant upward trend, fueled by a robust <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45268560/carvana-q1-earnings-revenue-eps-beat-estimates-as-vehicles-sales-jump-46-company-remains-on-track-for-significant-growth-in-fy25">first-quarter earnings report</a> that showcased record performance and led to an optimistic revision of its full-year outlook.
The first quarter saw Carvana achieve impressive financial results, with revenue hitting $4.23 billion and adjusted EBITDA reaching $488 million, both surpassing analysts&#8217; expectations. Retail unit sales soared by 46% year-over-year to a record 133,898 vehicles, driving strong profitability.
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Net income stood at $373 million, representing an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45265795/carvana-announces-record-first-quarter-2025-results">8.8% margin</a>, while the adjusted EBITDA margin climbed to 11.5%. The company also generated a healthy $205 million in free cash flow, exceeding forecasts.
Analysts have responded positively to these results, with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CVNA/analyst-ratings">several firms</a> raising their price targets for the stock, citing improved operational efficiency and expanding financing margins. 
What Else: Looking ahead, Carvana anticipates continued momentum in the second quarter, projecting 138,000 units sold and $536 million in adjusted EBITDA. 
The company maintains its long-term goal of selling 3 million units annually with a 13.5% EBITDA margin, seeing substantial growth potential in the evolving online auto retail market.
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Carvana&#8217;s business model centers on providing a seamless online platform for buying and selling used vehicles. This includes offering a wide selection of cars and convenient delivery options, often to customers&#8217; doorsteps. 
This approach disrupts the traditional dealership model by offering a more streamlined and potentially less stressful car buying experience.
Price Action: Over the past week, Carvana stock is up 7.7% to $302.30, and it has surged 54% over the past month.

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Gold is trading higher amid weakness in the Us dollar after Moody's downgraded its US credit rating.

Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) stock dropped on Monday after a report claiming the Trump administration flagged concerns over Apple Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/smartphones" rel="noreferrer noopener">potential deal with</a> the Chinese e-commerce juggernaut.
The U.S. government has recently been investigating Apple&#8217;s plan to tap Alibaba to make the Chinese company&#8217;s AI available on iPhones in China, Bloomberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-19/alibaba-shares-fall-on-report-of-us-concern-over-apple-ai-deal-mauhz1rx?sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> on Monday, citing the New York Times.
Alibaba Group stock surged over 45% year-to-date, backed by the artificial intelligence frenzy.
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Bloomberg analyst&nbsp;Catherine Lim highlighted risks to Alibaba&#8217;s potential cloud-revenue upside from U.S. resistance toward Apple iPhone&#8217;s potential deal.
According to the analyst, this may prompt Alibaba to delay research outlays and capital spending on related infrastructure.
Apple tapped Alibaba to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43631776/apple-teams-up-with-alibaba-for-ai-innovation-in-china-submits-ai-features-for-regulatory-approval" rel="noreferrer noopener">bring AI features</a> to iPhones in China to regain lost market share. It&nbsp;lost market share&nbsp;in the country to government-incentivized local vendors amid intensifying geopolitical tensions with Washington. China also mandated international companies to tap a domestic company as a primary partner, which prompted Apple to forge partnerships with Chinese companies.
Last week, Alibaba reported its&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45437447/alibaba-stock-slides-5-after-revenue-miss-cloud-spend-hits-free-cash-flow" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal&nbsp;fourth-quarter&nbsp;results</a>. The Jack Ma co-founded company reported quarterly revenue growth of&nbsp;7%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$32.58 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$33.08 billion.
It clocked an adjusted earnings per ADS of&nbsp;$1.73, which&nbsp;beat the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate&nbsp;of&nbsp;$1.48.&nbsp;Cloud Intelligence Group revenue grew by&nbsp;18%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$4.15 billion.
Price Actions:&nbsp;BABA stock is down&nbsp;0.69%&nbsp;at&nbsp;$122.61 at&nbsp;the last check on Monday. AAPL is down 1.36%.
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Mullen Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MULN#NASDAQ">MULN</a>) shares are soaring Monday amid a surge in retail investor interest. Preliminary results for the second quarter appear to have sparked a short squeeze in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MULN/short-interest">heavily shorted stock</a>.
What To Know: The sharp move higher in shares of Mullen Automotive comes after the company filed a notice of delayed quarterly results late Friday, which also included unaudited preliminary figures showing improved financial performance for the second quarter ended March 31, 2025.
According to the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1499961/000182912625003776/mullenautomotive_nt10q.htm">filing</a>, Mullen expects to report approximately $4 million in vehicle sales revenue for the second quarter, representing a notable increase year-over-year driven by a customer waiving return rights on 60 vehicles. 
The company also estimated that it will report a net loss of $53.9 million for the period, compared to a loss of $171.4 million in the same quarter last year. Mullen cited lower research and development spending and warrant revaluation gains for the expected reduction in losses. These estimates remain unaudited and are subject to change as Mullen finalizes its 10-Q filing.
Mullen was expected to report its second-quarter results in the coming weeks, but delayed the report date due to analysis needed on the treatment of the company's majority-owned subsidiary, Bollinger Motors, which was placed in receivership by a court order on May 7, as well as pending asset transfers.
Mullen <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44495632/whats-going-on-with-mullen-automotive-stock-wednesday">said in March</a> that it expected to close the second quarter with its &#8220;strongest revenue performance to date&#8221; as momentum continued to build. 
Traders appear to be ignoring the delayed filing news and previous operational challenges and focusing on the preliminary results. The stock is very heavily shorted, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>, which appears to be adding fuel to the move on Monday. The company also had a market cap of less than $100,000 as of Friday&#8217;s close, which is likely contributing to the extreme volatility. 
Mullen shares are trading on abnormally high volume Monday with 487 million shares traded at last check, versus the company&#8217;s average trading volume of about 5 million, per Benzinga Pro <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">data</a>. 
Price Action: Mullen Automotive shares were up roughly 135%, trading around 39 cents at the time of publication Monday, according to<a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent072624&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"> Benzinga Pro</a>.
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BofA Securities analyst Vivek Arya maintained a Buy rating on Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVDA/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast of $160</a> on Monday.
Arya listened to Nvidia CEO&#8217;s Computex 2025 keynote and then had a chance to virtually catch up with management (CFO) after the event.
The analyst highlighted Nvidia&#8217;s expanding portfolio, TAM (Total Addressable Market) expansion with the new NVLINK Fusion, rack-scale in full production, RTX Pro enterprise server, and sovereign AI buildout.
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Nvidia Arya&#8217;s top sector pick. The company&#8217;s expanding portfolio implies a broad set of AI products across cloud, enterprise, humanoid robots, workstations, gaming, software libraries, quantum, and 6G, all underlying what Nvidia referred to as a &#8220;multi-trillion dollar AI factory&#8221; industry, per the analyst.
He noted that TAM expansion with the new NVLINK Fusion opened Nvidia&#8217;s proprietary interconnect and networking tech to third-party custom accelerators (ASICs) and CPUs.
Arya is highly confident in rack-scale GB200 NVL 72 Blackwell Systems, and the transition path to next-gen Blackwell Ultra GB300 systems will be easier from the third quarter.
The analyst said the RTX Pro enterprise server extends AI into the enterprise, causing more competition for legacy x86.
He also highlighted some benefits from last week&#8217;s Middle-East deals in the second half of 2025, though more benefits will be seen from 2026 onward (a 5-year project), given the time required to set up new infrastructure.
As per Arya, the next significant catalyst is the fiscal first-quarter earnings call, which could be contentious, related to recent restrictions on China H20 shipments.
As per the analyst, Nvidia&#8217;s key differentiators include its ability to expand its addressable market across multiple vectors of silicon, systems, software, and services, drive scale with global supply-chain partners, and solid balance sheet to make strategic investments in the ecosystem.
With NVLInk Fusion, Nvidia can provide its proprietary interconnect fabric and switch (Spectrum) to cloud service providers for use as chiplet in systems with (modified) third-party ASICs (from partners Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mrvl#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>)) or extend the integration of Nvidia GPU with other Arm Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>)-based CPU (Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qcom#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>)) Arya noted. Separately, Nvidia launched Grace CPU C1, a new single-socket CPU for power efficient edge, telco, and storage systems, competing against rival x86 products from Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), he added.
Although Nvidia said it was incredibly challenging, Grace Blackwell is in full production. The analyst noted that his management discussion suggests a higher level of confidence in the rollout and robust demand. Unlike GTC, it did not provide any specific metrics on cloud orders.
Nvidia is on track to upgrade to Grace Blackwell GB300 in the third quarter, which has similar architecture as GB200 but with an upgraded Blackwell chip, 1.5x more inference likely due to its 1.5x more high-bandwidth memory and 2x networking, Arya said. The analyst highlighted that management made no specific comments on gross margin progression.
Last, no new Hopper or salvage of China H20 products were written down recently; only low-volume L20 is being sold, he said. He added that China is still important at $50 billion TAM per Nvidia.
Price Action: Nvidia stock is trading lower by 0.08% to $135.30 at last check Monday.
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In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Kosmos Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<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">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">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>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $3.38, along with a high estimate of $4.00 and a low estimate of $3.00. A decline of 17.96% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681260_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A clear picture of Kosmos Energy's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<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>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Janela</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Kosmos Energy. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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 Kosmos Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Kosmos Energy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Kosmos Energy's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Kosmos Energy's Background</h2>
Kosmos Energy Ltd is a deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world's growing demand for energy. It has diversified oil and gas production from assets offshore Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America. The Company had operations in four geographic reporting segments: Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania/Senegal and the Gulf of America. The majority of revenue is derived from the Ghana segment.
<h3>Kosmos Energy: Financial Performance Dissected</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 Challenges: Kosmos Energy's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -30.77%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: Kosmos Energy's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -38.12%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Kosmos Energy's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -9.62%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Kosmos Energy's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -2.09%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Kosmos Energy's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 2.59. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</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.
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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Where Kosmos Energy Stands With Analysts

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Walt Disney. Our analysis of options history for Walt Disney (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) revealed 19 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 57% of traders were bullish, while 26% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 9 were puts, with a value of $1,246,979, and 10 were calls, valued at $2,646,792.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $90.0 to $120.0 for Walt Disney over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Walt Disney's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Walt Disney's significant trades, within a strike price range of $90.0 to $120.0, over the past month.
<h3>Walt Disney Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681259_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>DIS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$26.6</td>
<td>$26.3</td>
<td>$26.65</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$1.5M</td>
<td>6.8K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DIS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$2.98</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$2.91</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$552.9K</td>
<td>7.6K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DIS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$430.0K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td>532</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DIS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$1.88</td>
<td>$1.83</td>
<td>$1.84</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$283.0K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DIS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$26.65</td>
<td>$26.2</td>
<td>$26.65</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$266.5K</td>
<td>6.8K</td>
<td>801</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Walt Disney</h3>
Disney operates in three global business segments: entertainment, sports, and experiences. Entertainment and experiences both benefit from the firm's ownership of iconic franchises and characters. Entertainment includes the ABC broadcast network, several cable television networks, and the Disney+ and Hulu streaming services. Within the segment, Disney also engages in movie and television production and distribution, with content licensed to movie theaters, other content providers, or, increasingly, kept in-house for use on Disney's own streaming platform and television networks. The sports segment houses ESPN and the ESPN+ streaming service. Experiences contains Disney's theme parks and vacation destinations, and also benefits from merchandise licensing.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Walt Disney, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Walt Disney's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 4,263,572, the price of DIS is down -0.63% at $112.71. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 79 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Walt Disney</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $120.4.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Needham lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $125. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Needham downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $125. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wolfe Research upgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $112. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Guggenheim keeps a Buy rating on Walt Disney with a target price of $120. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from UBS continues to hold a Buy rating for Walt Disney, targeting a price of $120. 
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Dick's Sporting Goods. Our analysis of options history for Dick's Sporting Goods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKS#NYSE">DKS</a>) revealed 15 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 40% of traders were bullish, while 26% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $478,983, and 11 were calls, valued at $536,820.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $150.0 to $210.0 for Dick's Sporting Goods over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Dick's Sporting Goods's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Dick's Sporting Goods's significant trades, within a strike price range of $150.0 to $210.0, over the past month.
<h3>Dick's Sporting Goods Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681254_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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DKS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$16.9</td>
<td>$16.0</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$197.50</td>
<td>$324.8K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td align="right">198</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$83.0K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td align="right">238</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$182.50</td>
<td>$65.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">68</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$33.1</td>
<td>$31.8</td>
<td>$32.56</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$65.1K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$9.8</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$63.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">84</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Dick's Sporting Goods</h3>
Dick's Sporting Goods retails athletic apparel, footwear, and equipment for sports. Dick's operates digital platforms, about 720 stores under its namesake brand (including outlet stores and House of Sport), and about 130 specialty stores under the Golf Galaxy and other nameplates. Dick's carries private-label merchandise and national brands such as Nike, The North Face, Under Armour, Callaway Golf, and TaylorMade. Based in the Pittsburgh area, Dick's was founded in 1948 by the father of current executive chair and controlling shareholder Edward Stack.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Dick's Sporting Goods</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,546,585, the DKS's price is up by 0.06%, now at $184.12. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 9 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Dick's Sporting Goods</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $206.4.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Dick's Sporting Goods with a target price of $223. 
&#x2A; An analyst from DA Davidson has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Dick's Sporting Goods, which currently sits at a price target of $273. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Dick's Sporting Goods, maintaining a target price of $171. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Neutral rating for Dick's Sporting Goods, targeting a price of $185. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Loop Capital keeps a Hold rating on Dick's Sporting Goods with a target price of $180. 
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Looking At Dick's Sporting Goods's Recent Unusual Options Activity

In the last three months, 4 analysts have published ratings on Steris (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STE#NYSE">STE</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
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">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">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">2</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">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>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>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Steris, presenting an average target of $263.75, a high estimate of $280.00, and a low estimate of $250.00. Marking an increase of 3.43%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $255.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681251_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Steris is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Wood</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Turkaly</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Etoch</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Turkaly</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<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 Steris. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Steris compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Steris's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Steris's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Steris</h2>
Steris is an Ireland-domiciled medical technology company focused on sterilization services and infection prevention. The company is the global leader in contract sterilization services, ensuring the safe delivery of single-use and implantable medical equipment to hospitals around the world. Additionally, Steris sells sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, and other decontamination equipment and supplies for use by care provider facilities and in biopharma manufacturing sites. Domiciled in the United States before its inversion to Ireland, the firm derives approximately 70% of its revenue from Healthcare Services, 19% from Applied Sterilization Technologies, or AST, and 11% from life sciences services after the divestment of its dental products business.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Steris's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Steris's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 8.02% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: Steris's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 9.84%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Steris's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.24%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Steris's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.45%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Steris's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.31.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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 will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Steris Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (4 Ratings)

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards United Parcel Service (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</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 UPS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 17 extraordinary options activities for United Parcel Service. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 29% leaning bullish and 47% bearish. Among these notable options, 14 are puts, totaling $1,209,129, and 3 are calls, amounting to $331,080.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $85.0 and $165.0 for United Parcel Service, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for United Parcel Service's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across United Parcel Service's significant trades, within a strike price range of $85.0 to $165.0, over the past month.
<h3>United Parcel Service Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681249_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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$8.55</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$252.0K</td>
<td>494</td>
<td align="right">310</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.85</td>
<td>$11.45</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$209.4K</td>
<td>777</td>
<td align="right">185</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$6.75</td>
<td>$6.55</td>
<td>$6.55</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$196.5K</td>
<td>358</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.85</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$10.85</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$162.7K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td align="right">150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$106.0K</td>
<td>773</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About United Parcel Service</h3>
As the world's largest parcel delivery company, UPS manages a massive fleet of more than 500 planes and 100,000 vehicles, along with many hundreds of sorting facilities, to deliver an average of about 22 million packages per day to residences and businesses across the globe. UPS' domestic US package operations generate around 65% of total revenue, while international package makes up 20%. Air and ocean freight forwarding and contract logistics make up the remainder.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with United Parcel Service, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>United Parcel Service's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,705,221, the UPS's price is down by -2.32%, now at $98.97. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 64 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On United Parcel Service</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $112.2.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Outperform rating on United Parcel Service with a target price of $114. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has revised its rating downward to Equal-Weight, adjusting the price target to $98. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Susquehanna continues to hold a Neutral rating for United Parcel Service, targeting a price of $110. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on United Parcel Service, which currently sits at a price target of $124. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Buy rating on United Parcel Service, maintaining a target price of $115. 
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In UPS Options

16 analysts have shared their evaluations of Oshkosh (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSK#NYSE">OSK</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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">5</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">7</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">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</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">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $110.56, a high estimate of $147.00, and a low estimate of $91.00. This current average has decreased by 8.63% from the previous average price target of $121.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681242_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Oshkosh 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.
<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>David Raso</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Fisher</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Shlisky</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mircea Dobre</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$163.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Angel Castillo</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Barger</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Fisher</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jerry Revich</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Raso</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Oshkosh. This information provides 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 Oshkosh compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Oshkosh's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Oshkosh's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Oshkosh: A Closer Look</h2>
Oshkosh Corp is the top producer of access equipment, specialty vehicles, and military trucks. It serves diverse end markets, where it is typically the market share leader in North America, or, in the case of JLG aerial work platforms. The company had manufactured joint light tactical vehicles for the U.S. Department of Defense. The company reports in three segments: Access, Vocational and Defense. It derives maximum revenue from Access Segment.
<h3>Financial Insights: Oshkosh</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Oshkosh's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -9.08% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Oshkosh's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 4.85%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Oshkosh's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.68%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal 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 1.17%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Oshkosh's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.35, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of 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.
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Oshkosh Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (16 Ratings)

Ratings for National Storage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSA#NYSE">NSA</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</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">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>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for National Storage, revealing an average target of $38.0, a high estimate of $41.00, and a low estimate of $35.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 6.75% lower than the prior average price target of $40.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747681233_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive National Storage. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Vaidya</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wesley Golladay</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brendan Lynch</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Luebchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to National Storage. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on 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 National Storage compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of National Storage's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into National Storage's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into National Storage's Background</h2>
National Storage Affiliates Trust Trust is a real estate investment trust. The company owns, operates, and acquires self-storage properties located within the metropolitan statistical areas throughout the United States. With the help of property management platform, the company manages and controls the day-to-day operations and affairs of consolidated properties and unconsolidated real estate ventures under the iStorage, SecurCare, RightSpace, Northwest and Move It brands.
<h3>National Storage: Delving into Financials</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.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, National Storage faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -3.97% in revenue growth as of 31 March, 2025. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 4.18%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): National Storage's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.1% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): National Storage's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.15%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: National Storage's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 4.98, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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