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Vend Marketplaces ASA, formerly Schibsted ASA is a Norway-based multimedia group that owns and operates newspapers, online classified advertisement websites, publishing houses, and other multimedia services. The company's majority sources of revenue are its Norwegian and Swedish newspapers and tabloid magazines such as Verdens Gang, Aftenposten, and Aftonbladet. It also operates other regional magazines, classified websites, and local newspapers in over 25 different countries around Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Schibsted's newspaper operations outside of Scandinavia are based in Spain and France.

CleanSpark Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLSK#NASDAQ">CLSK</a>) shares are declining marginally in afternoon trading on Monday. The Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) mining company's shares had initially climbed in the morning session, spurred by a blistering rally in the broader <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46388685/bitcoin-shatters-all-time-high-to-hit-123000-as-ethereum-cracks-3000-and-xrp-taps-3">cryptocurrency market</a>.
What To Know: The early gains for CleanSpark came as Bitcoin surged to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46394828/bitcoin-eth-xrp-solana-are-in-for-a-long-and-exhausting-bull-market-bernstein-predicts">new all-time high</a> of over $123,000. The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a significant upswing, driven by what research firm Bernstein identifies as deep structural trends rather than retail speculation. 
The recent rally is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46389605/why-are-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-suddenly-skyrocketing">underpinned</a> by growing institutional adoption, increasing regulatory clarity and the development of a fully on-chain financial system.
This <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46394828/bitcoin-eth-xrp-solana-are-in-for-a-long-and-exhausting-bull-market-bernstein-predicts">institutional enthusiasm</a> was further evidenced by a record $3.7 billion in weekly inflows into digital asset investment products, pushing total assets under management in crypto ETPs to a new high of $211 billion.
Despite this bullish environment for Bitcoin and the broader crypto space, CleanSpark's stock could not maintain its upward momentum throughout the trading day. 
The reversal suggests that while the long-term outlook for the sector appears strong, with analysts forecasting continued institutional investment and rising asset values, some short-term profit-taking may be occurring late Monday.
Benzinga Edge Rankings: <a href="http://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Edge</a> data for CLSK provides four key rankings: Momentum, Value, Growth and Quality. The Momentum score is 47.32, the Value score is 58.70 and the Growth score is 26.78. These scores are designed to help investors identify strong and weak stocks for buying and selling decisions.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, CLSK shares are trading lower by 0.83% to $12.55 Monday afternoon. The stock has a 52-week high of $20.49 and a 52-week low of $6.46.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46389605/why-are-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-suddenly-skyrocketing">Why Are Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Suddenly Skyrocketing?</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy CLSK Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Cleanspark &#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.
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.
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IREN Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IREN#NASDAQ">IREN</a>) stock is trading higher Monday amid a rise in the price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>).
What To Know: Bitcoin is currently up 0.72% over a 24-hour period, trading at approximately $120,000, per data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/login">Benzinga Pro</a>. Bitcoin briefly reached an all-time high of $123,000 amid investor optimism and strong ETF inflows. U.S. lawmakers are set to begin deliberations on a series of crypto-related bills in what is being called <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46397477/bitcoins-123k-boom-meets-crypto-week-blastoff-moment-for-microstrategy-marathon-digital" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">"Crypto Week"</a> in America.
Last week, the company released its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/46270948">June 2025 Monthly Update.</a> It reported record monthly revenue and hardware profit, driven by stronger Bitcoin prices despite a slight dip in production. Iren hit its 50 EH/s self-mining target and expanded its AI Cloud division with 2,400 new NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs.
The company also completed its transition to U.S. domestic issuer status and closed an oversubscribed $550 million convertible notes offering. Progress continued across AI infrastructure projects, including expansions at its Childress and Sweetwater data centers.
Related Link: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46400815/meta-commits-hundreds-of-billions-to-build-massive-ai-clusters-in-race-for-superintelligence">Meta Commits &#8216;Hundreds Of Billions&#8217; To Build Massive AI Clusters In Race For Superintelligence</a>
IREN Price Action: At the time of publication, Iren stock is trading 5.17% higher at $17.07, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/login">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Alternative credit expert Reckoner Capital Management on July 9 introduced the Reckoner Leveraged AAA CLO ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RAAA#NYSE">RAAA</a>), the industry&#8217;s first ETF providing leveraged exposure to AAA-rated <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/lending">collateralized loan obligations (CLOs)</a>. 
The fund seeks to provide increased yields by matching high-quality CLO assets with moderate leverage, making it a differentiated competitor in the fast-changing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">CLO ETF space</a>.
&#8220;While the CLO ETF market has grown significantly as institutional and retail investors seek alternative credit investment opportunities that offer diversification, attractive yields, low default risk, and inflation protection, there is still limited differentiation among AAA CLO ETFs,&#8221; said Reckoner CEO John Kim. The fund&#8217;s distinguishing factor is its capacity to access elite CLO managers and employ modest leverage to enhance returns while prioritizing capital preservation.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/specialty-etfs/25/07/46401147/silver-etfs-just-crashed-golds-party-and-took-the-cake">Silver ETFs Just Crashed Gold&#8217;s Party— And Took The Cake</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AAA CLO ETF Explained</h2>
A collateralized loan obligation (CLO) is a portfolio of corporate loans—usually from below-investment-grade corporations—pooled together. They&#8217;re then carved up into various &#8220;tranches&#8221; of risk. The AAA tranche is the most senior and lowest-risk. In other words, it&#8217;s the first to be paid and the last to incur losses.
An AAA CLO ETF provides investors with exposure to these highest-quality slices, merging:
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<li>Greater yields than regular investment-grade bonds</li>
<li>Floating interest rates, hedging against inflation and rate increases</li>
<li>Low default risk due to the AAA credit ranking</li>
<li>Diversification, as CLOs are secured by dozens or even scores of corporate loans</li>
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Institutional investors once held CLOs alone. ETFs have now made it possible for individual investors to gain access to these high-yielding instruments, which offer built-in liquidity and transparency.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Strategy In Focus</h2>
The RAAA ETF invests almost exclusively in AAA-rated, floating-rate CLO bonds, carefully selected based on a data-intensive screening process that considers CLO managers on the basis of performance, risk tolerance, and track record. These bonds occupy the highest position in the CLO capital structure, providing increased protection against defaults.
To build bigger returns, Reckoner uses up to 50% leverage through short-term reverse repurchase agreements, a step it states will be turned up or down as market conditions dictate. The fund is actively managed and calibrated to be sensitive to credit and macroeconomic risks, calling on Reckoner&#8217;s over $16 billion of experience managing alternative credit assets.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other CLO ETFs Available</h2>
The CLO ETF universe remains relatively specialized but expanding. The market leaders are:
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<li>Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAAA#NYSE">JAAA</a>) – Among the largest and earliest in the category, with an emphasis on low-duration, investment-grade CLO exposure.</li>
<li>Aptus Collared Income Opportunity ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACIO#BATS">ACIO</a>) – A more sophisticated approach merging CLOs with equity income strategies.</li>
<li>Blackstone Senior Loan ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRLN#NYSE">SRLN</a>) – Though not strictly a CLO-only fund, it provides exposure to leveraged loans and credit products.</li>
<li>VanEck CLO ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLOI#NYSE">CLOI</a>) – Offers a more diversified mix of tranches of CLOs, some of which are below AAA, for a more diversified credit bet.</li>
</ul>
With RAAA&#8217;s launch, Reckoner is creating a new subgenre: senior CLO tranche leveraged exposure, designed to appeal to investors who wish to increase yield without stepping into riskier credit.
The launch of RAAA marks a significant milestone in the evolution of CLO investing through ETFs. By providing floating-rate income, active risk management, and selective leverage, Reckoner is targeting today&#8217;s yield-hungry yet risk-averse investors with a &#8220;smartly spiced&#8221; form of a conservative asset class.
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RANI stock has given up its prior gain. Rani Therapeutics shares were trading higher after the company announced it has unveiled preclinical data at ENDO 2025 for the RaniPill capsule.

Shares of GameStop Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) are climbing marginally higher Monday afternoon, lifted potentially by a powerful rally in the cryptocurrency market that saw Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) soar to a new all-time high of over $123,000. 
As a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46201788/public-companies-are-quietly-building-massive-bitcoin-treasuries-faster-than-etfs-can-keep-up">holder of Bitcoin</a> in its corporate treasury, the video game retailer appears to be benefitting from the broad enthusiasm for digital assets.
What To Know: The stock's gain Monday afternoon follows a week of unusual news for the company, which is currently auctioning off an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/07/46382308/gamestop-auction-sees-over-200k-bid-for-stapler-that-broke-nintendo-switch-2-consoles">infamous stapler</a> responsible for damaging a Nintendo Switch 2 screen. 
CEO Ryan Cohen has added a personal touch to the charity event, promising to include his own underwear and personally deliver the items if bidding exceeds $1 million. The auction, benefiting the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, had already attracted bids over $218,000 by last Friday.
This recent positive sentiment contrasts with investor reaction <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45912870/gamestops-bitcoin-strategy-draws-skepticism-amid-1-75b-debt-offering">last month</a> when GME shares fell sharply after the company announced plans to issue $1.75 billion in convertible notes.
The move was widely seen as a tactic to fund further Bitcoin acquisitions, drawing criticism from analysts who argue the company is using financial engineering to distract from its struggling retail operations. For now, the crypto market&#8217;s bullish momentum is likely providing a tailwind for the stock.
Benzinga Edge Rankings: Based on its <a href="http://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Edge</a> rankings, GameStop presents a mixed financial profile. The company scores exceptionally high for Growth with a rating of 99.35, indicating it possesses very strong characteristics in this area. 
In stark contrast, its Momentum score is low at 19.21, suggesting weak recent price performance compared to the market. The stock is considered to have a neutral valuation, with a Value score of 49.04, implying it is neither significantly cheap nor expensive.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, GME shares are trading higher by 1.2% to $23.61 Monday afternoon. The stock has a 52-week high of $35.81 and a 52-week low of $18.73.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/gaming/25/07/46378448/fork-over-1-million-for-nintendo-switch-2-console-killing-stapler-score-lunch-with-gamestops-meme-king">Fork Over $1 Million For Nintendo Switch 2 Console-Killing Stapler, Score Lunch With GameStop&#8217;s Meme King</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy GME Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for GameStop &#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 GameStop, which is trading at $23.56 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 4.24 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.
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What's Going On With GameStop Stock?

Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOP#NASDAQ">SHOP</a>) shares are trading higher Monday after Needham &amp; Company initiated coverage on the stock with a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/price-target/25/07/46390268/uber-to-rally-more-than-14-here-are-10-top-analyst-forecasts-for-monday"> Buy rating and a $135 price target. </a>
What To Know: The bullish initiation came alongside a separate price target increase from Baird. The positive analyst attention helped push Shopify's stock to $116.97 during the session<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-14/autodesk-is-said-to-drop-pursuit-of-software-firm-ptc?srnd=technology-ai&amp;embedded-checkout=true">, according to Bloomberg.</a>
In its report, Needham highlighted Shopify's long-term growth potential, stating that the company remains in the middle phase of a durable growth cycle rather than approaching maturity. The firm pointed to Shopify's significant investments in international markets and B2B commerce as key drivers of its next growth phase. Needham sees these areas as underpenetrated and critical to Shopify's ability to sustain double-digit revenue growth over the coming years.
Needham also noted Shopify's strong operating leverage and free cash flow expansion as factors supporting its bullish view. Over the past few years, Shopify has expanded its non-GAAP operating margins from just above breakeven pre-pandemic to over 16% in fiscal year 2024. The firm projects that margin expansion could continue, pushing free cash flow margins toward 20% by fiscal year 2027. Needham expects Shopify's free cash flow to grow by 26% in fiscal year 2025, with steady growth continuing into fiscal year 2026.
The firm acknowledged some risks, particularly Shopify's exposure to shifts in consumer spending, given the company's reliance on payments within its business model. However, Needham believes the size of Shopify's total addressable market and its strength as a platform provider mitigate those concerns. The report emphasized that Shopify's ease of use, extensive app ecosystem, and ability to scale with customers have made it a dominant player in the global e-commerce space.
Needham&#8217;s coverage initiated on the belief that Shopify can maintain revenue growth of 20% or more for the next few years, backed by its position in the growing international e-commerce market and its push into B2B solutions. With the company trading at roughly 26 times next-twelve-months gross profit, the firm views Shopify's valuation as justified given its consistent financial performance and growth outlook.
Shopify's rally on Monday reflects renewed investor confidence following the positive analyst coverage. The company's shares have traded between $48.56 and $129.38 over the past year, with Monday's gains pushing the stock closer to the upper end of that range.
SHOP Price Action: Shopify shares were up 4.14% at $116.75 at the time of writing, according to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2"> Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Shopify Shares Are Up Monday: What's Going On?

The S&amp;P 500's July rally to fresh record highs hides a troubling divide at the index's core—one not seen since the early 2000s—and no, this time it has nothing to do <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">with Trump's trade policies.</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500 Hits Records, But Most Stocks Miss The Party</h3>
While the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) has surged to new record highs, its equal-weighted counterpart, the Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSP#NYSE">RSP</a>), is telling a very different story. 
The ratio between SPY and RSP has now climbed to its highest level since August 2003, underscoring the narrowest market breadth in over two decades.
In plain terms, a small group of megacap stocks is carrying the rally, while the average stock is lagging behind. 
The median S&amp;P 500 constituent is now 11% below its 52-week high, and RSP is down 3% from its late-2024 peak, despite the cap-weighted index breaking records.
Market breadth refers to the number of stocks participating in a rally. Right now, it's historically thin. That's raising eyebrows among investors, not because the bull run is over, but because the gains are concentrated in just a handful of high-performing names.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Going On With Market Breadth?</h2>
According to Goldman Sachs' analyst David J. Kostin, the narrow breadth could set the stage for a short-term shift.
"If our economic and earnings outlooks prove correct, more momentum rotation is likely in store," Kostin said.
Historical data from Goldman shows that during strong macroeconomic turns, lagging stocks tend to catch up—even if the high-flying leaders cool off.
There&#8217;s also an important valuation angle here. Stocks with strong profit margins and solid balance sheets are now trading at significant premiums, while so-called "low quality" stocks remain discounted. If macro conditions improve—meaning lower rates and easing trade tensions—there's room for a rotation into those underperformers.
Still, Kostin remains cautious. "For ‘low quality' stocks to outperform over an extended horizon, we think investors would need to embrace an outlook for stronger economic growth and lower interest rates than our current forecasts indicate," he said.
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Oil is trading lower. President Trump announced that he will impose 100% tariffs on Russia and secondary sanctions on other countries that purchase oil from Russia, unless a deal is struck within 50 days.

The stock market usually goes up. Over 6-month, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year periods, the S&amp;P 500 on average has generated positive returns.
That trend even applies to record market highs. As data from JP Morgan Asset Management shows, investing specifically at all-time highs generated even higher average returns over these time horizons.
<figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WVWM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72ec9d49-cc50-4bf2-843e-3d336a57610f_2904x2130.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WVWM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72ec9d49-cc50-4bf2-843e-3d336a57610f_2904x2130.png" alt="" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Buying at all-time highs is as good as or better than buying at any other level. (Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/">JPMorgan</a>)</figcaption></figure>
"Investors usually use all-time highs as a reason to stay in cash or on the sidelines," JP Morgan analysts&nbsp;<a href="https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/">wrote</a>. "However, history suggests that investing at all-time highs is not a bad strategy because new highs are typically clustered together. In other words, market strength begets more market strength."
If you have money to put to work in the stock market, it's reasonable first to ask if market conditions are attractive.
Unfortunately, it's impossible to know if or when prices will fall before climbing again. And waiting for lower prices&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/i/47388754/turning-negative-fluctuations-into-permanent-losses">risks missing out on important gains</a>.
The key question is whether you are willing and able to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/best-investment-advice-time">put in the time</a>. The longer your investment timeframe, the better your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/best-investment-advice-time">odds of generating a positive return</a>.
The best thing about all this is knowing that you don't have to be a good market timer to be a successful investor.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Checking in on the unluckiest market timer I know</h2>
I recently wrote about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/sam-ro-unlucky-market-timer">the unluckiest market timer I know</a>. This unfortunate fellow&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/weekly-trades-market-timing">has a history</a>&nbsp;of making big, lump-sum purchases near market tops.
Unfortunately, that unlucky market timer is me.
After doing my 2024 tax returns in February, I learned I had some extra cash to put to work. So, I tossed it into my self-employed 401(k) plan and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/sam-ro-unlucky-market-timer">made a lump sum purchase of an S&amp;P 500 index fund</a>&nbsp;on Feb. 18.
The market climbed to a new record high the very next day. That ended up being a top, and from there the S&amp;P 500 proceeded to fall by around 20% before bottoming on April 7.
But was I as unlucky as I felt in the moment? As&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-down-days-drawdowns-down-years-normal">unpleasant</a>&nbsp;as that experience was, I knew&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/best-investment-advice-time">I had the luxury of time</a>&nbsp;and that&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-performance-after-down-days">I shouldn't let my emotions get near my portfolio</a>. Because as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/i/42137695/you-can-get-smoked-in-the-short-term">TKer Stock Market Truth No. 2</a>&nbsp;reminds us,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/i/152191458/intra-year-max-drawdowns-are-uglier">double-digit, intra-year drawdowns</a>&nbsp;are typical even in upward-trending markets.
<figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-8M2!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5c69c45d-e8e5-410a-9a94-1998f6e79cc8_1996x1472.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-8M2!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5c69c45d-e8e5-410a-9a94-1998f6e79cc8_1996x1472.png" alt="" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">"Despite average intra-year drops of 14.1%, annual returns were positive in 34 of 45 years," JPMorgan observed. (Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/">JPMorgan</a>)</figcaption></figure>
That self-counsel proved wise. The stock market surged from its April lows and set a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-all-time-high-june-2025">new record high on June 27</a>. It was a quicker recovery than usual and what I would've expected. But that's the stock market for you.
<figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!b6hc!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F43d3de64-24c9-4ec8-9557-ecf1556a6258_1870x894.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!b6hc!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F43d3de64-24c9-4ec8-9557-ecf1556a6258_1870x894.png" alt="" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">It took just over four months to return to all-time highs. (Source: Yahoo Finance)</figcaption></figure>
As I wrote back in March, "Time is the unlucky market timer's best friend."
&#x2A;&#x2A;

Long Ideas

Opinion

Markets

All-time Highs Have Been A Great Time To Buy

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Paymentus Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAY#NYSE">PAY</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">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">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">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Paymentus Holdings and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $36.17, accompanied by a high estimate of $40.00 and a low estimate of $34.00. Observing a 18.2% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $30.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519671_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Paymentus Holdings 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>John Davis</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tien-Tsin Huang</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$30.00</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 Paymentus Holdings. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Paymentus Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Paymentus Holdings's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Paymentus Holdings's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PAY/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Paymentus Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Paymentus Holdings</h2>
Paymentus Holdings Inc provides electronic bill presentment and payment services, enterprise customer communication and self-service revenue management to billers and financial institutions through a Software-as-a-Service, (SaaS), secure, omni-channel technology platform. The platform integrates into a biller's core financial and operating systems to provide flexible and secure access to payment processing of credit cards, debit cards, eChecks and digital wallets across a number of channels including online, mobile, IVR, call center, chatbot and voice-based assistants. The Company generates revenue from payment transaction fees processed through the Company's platform. The fees are generated as a percentage of transaction value or a specified fee per transaction.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Paymentus Holdings's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Paymentus Holdings showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 48.88% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Paymentus Holdings's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 5.02%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Paymentus Holdings's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.8%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Paymentus Holdings's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.37%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Paymentus Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.02, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts 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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Analyst Ratings

Expert Outlook: Paymentus Holdings Through The Eyes Of 6 Analysts

Banco De Chile's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCH#NYSE">BCH</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.0% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 519 thousand shares sold short, which is 0.21% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.09 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>Banco De Chile Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519666_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Banco De Chile 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 Banco De Chile'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>, Banco De Chile's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.88%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

Trading Ideas

How Do Investors Really Feel About Banco De Chile?

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with AMZN, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 105 uncommon options trades for Amazon.com.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 43% bullish and 42%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 28 are puts, for a total amount of $1,739,620, and 77 are calls, for a total amount of $5,830,392.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $90.0 and $360.0 for Amazon.com, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Amazon.com stands at 8184.06, with a total volume reaching 275,033.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Amazon.com, situated within the strike price corridor from $90.0 to $360.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Amazon.com 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519664_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</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>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$80.25</td>
<td>$79.9</td>
<td>$80.04</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$600.3K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
<td align="right">376</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$80.25</td>
<td>$79.9</td>
<td>$80.02</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$600.1K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
<td align="right">226</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$53.15</td>
<td>$52.95</td>
<td>$53.09</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$398.1K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td align="right">83</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$62.1</td>
<td>$61.75</td>
<td>$61.98</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$309.9K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$12.72</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$254.0K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td align="right">938</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Amazon.com</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Amazon.com, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Amazon.com</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 23,318,207, the price of AMZN is down by 0.0%, reaching $225.01.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 17 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Amazon.com</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $265.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Amazon.com, which currently sits at a price target of $250. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Amazon.com with a target price of $300. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Amazon.com, which currently sits at a price target of $255. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities has decided to maintain their Market Outperform rating on Amazon.com, which currently sits at a price target of $285. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Equal-Weight rating on Amazon.com, which currently sits at a price target of $238. 
Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Amazon.com with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

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AMZN

Smart Money Is Betting Big In AMZN Options

Blueprint Medicines's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BPMC#NYSE">BPMC</a>) short percent of float has risen 17.61% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.68 million shares sold short, which is 6.41% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.1 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>Blueprint Medicines Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519661_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Blueprint Medicines 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 Blueprint Medicines'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>, Blueprint Medicines's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.29%, which means the company has more 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.

BPMC

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Blueprint Medicines?

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Warner Bros. Discovery.
Looking at options history for Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) we detected 17 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 47% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 47% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $265,796 and 12, calls, for a total amount of $973,577.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $10.0 and $17.0 for Warner Bros. Discovery, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Warner Bros. Discovery options trades today is 5702.86 with a total volume of 28,621.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Warner Bros. Discovery's big money trades within a strike price range of $10.0 to $17.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Warner Bros. Discovery Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519659_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WBD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$187.5K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WBD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$153.3K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WBD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$147.0K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WBD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.29</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$127.7K</td>
<td>8.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WBD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$1.04</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$116.4K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Warner Bros. Discovery</h3>
Warner Bros. Discovery was formed in 2022 through the combination of WarnerMedia and Discovery Communications. It operates in three global business segments: studios, networks, and direct-to-consumer. Warner Bros. Pictures is the crown jewel of the studios business, producing, distributing, and licensing movies and television shows. The networks business consists of basic cable networks, such as CNN, TNT, TBS, Discovery, HGTV, and the Food Network. Direct-to-consumer includes HBO and the firm's streaming platforms, which have now been consolidated to Max and Discovery+. Much of the DTC content is created within the firm's other two business segments. Each segment operates with a global reach, with Max available in over 70 countries.
<h3>Where Is Warner Bros. Discovery Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 41,999,210, the price of WBD is down by -0.17%, reaching $11.71.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 24 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Warner Bros. Discovery</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $13.6.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Warner Bros. Discovery, targeting a price of $11. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Neutral rating on Warner Bros. Discovery with a target price of $10. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Warner Bros. Discovery, targeting a price of $16. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Equal-Weight rating on Warner Bros. Discovery with a target price of $13. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Benchmark lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $18.
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This Is What Whales Are Betting On Warner Bros. Discovery

Agilent Technologies's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/A#NYSE">A</a>) short percent of float has fallen 18.29% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.35 million shares sold short, which is 1.34% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.92 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.
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<h3>Agilent Technologies Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519656_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Agilent Technologies 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 Agilent Technologies'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>, Agilent Technologies's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.03%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Agilent Technologies?

Cracker Barrel Old (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRL#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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">1</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 $54.88, a high estimate of $69.00, and a low estimate of $39.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 6.81% from the previous average price target of $51.38.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519656_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Cracker Barrel Old. 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>Dennis Geiger</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sara Senatore</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alton Stump</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dennis Geiger</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sara Senatore</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Cracker Barrel Old. This information provides 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 Cracker Barrel Old compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Cracker Barrel Old's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Cracker Barrel Old's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Cracker Barrel Old</h2>
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc operates hundreds of full-service restaurants throughout the United States. The restaurants of the company are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with menus that offer home-style country food. The company generates maximum revenue from the Restaurants.
<h3>Cracker Barrel Old: Delving into Financials</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.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Cracker Barrel Old's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.49% as of 30 April, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Cracker Barrel Old's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 1.53%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cracker Barrel Old's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.7%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.59%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 2.43, Cracker Barrel Old adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
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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8 Analysts Assess Cracker Barrel Old: What You Need To Know

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Starbucks. Our analysis of options history for Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) revealed 11 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 27% of traders were bullish, while 72% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $120,230, and 8 were calls, valued at $351,096.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $55.0 to $95.0 for Starbucks during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Starbucks's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Starbucks's whale trades within a strike price range from $55.0 to $95.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Starbucks 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519653_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</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>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$22.8</td>
<td>$22.75</td>
<td>$22.75</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$68.2K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td align="right">31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.24</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$67.7K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
<td align="right">278</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$1.91</td>
<td>$1.9</td>
<td>$1.9</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$57.0K</td>
<td>247</td>
<td align="right">313</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.07</td>
<td>$1.83</td>
<td>$2.07</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$51.7K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">521</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$43.4K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">114</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Starbucks</h3>
Starbucks is one of the most widely recognized restaurant brands in the world, operating more than 40,000 stores across more than 80 countries at the end of March 2025. The firm operates in three segments: North America, international markets, and channel development (grocery and ready-to-drink beverage). The coffee chain generates revenue from company-operated stores, royalties, sales of equipment and products to license partners, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffee sales, and single-serve products.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Starbucks, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Starbucks's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,002,119, the price of SBUX is down by -1.76%, reaching $93.27.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 15 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Starbucks</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $100.6.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group continues to hold a Outperform rating for Starbucks, targeting a price of $105. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from CICC lowers its rating to Outperform with a new price target of $100. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Starbucks, which currently sits at a price target of $100. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from TD Securities lowers its rating to Hold with a new price target of $90. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Starbucks, which currently sits at a price target of $108. 
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Starbucks Unusual Options Activity For July 14

In the preceding three months, 6 analysts have released ratings for Globe Life (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GL#NYSE">GL</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">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">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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $140.33, a high estimate of $160.00, and a low estimate of $125.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 2.93% increase from the previous average price target of $136.33.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519649_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Globe Life 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>Nigel Dally</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nigel Dally</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Barnidge</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
<td>$152.00</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 Globe Life. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Globe Life compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Globe Life's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Globe Life's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Globe Life's Background</h2>
Globe Life Inc is an insurance holding company. It provides a variety of life and supplemental health insurance products and annuities to a broad base of customers. The company's core operations are organized into three reportable segments: life insurance, supplemental health insurance and investments. Investment activities, conducted by the investment segment, focus on seeking investments with a yield and term appropriate to support the insurance product obligations. These investments generally consist of fixed maturities and, over the long term, the expected yields are considered when setting insurance premium rates and product profitability expectations.
<h3>Breaking Down Globe Life's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Globe Life showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 4.54% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Globe Life's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 17.2%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Globe Life's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.74%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Globe Life's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.87% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52, Globe Life adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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The Analyst Verdict: Globe Life In The Eyes Of 6 Experts

In the latest quarter, 5 analysts provided ratings for Leidos Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">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">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">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">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Leidos Holdings and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $179.2, accompanied by a high estimate of $200.00 and a low estimate of $160.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 8.94% increase from the previous average price target of $164.50.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752519640_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Leidos Holdings by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jason Gursky</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$186.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Siegmann</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$178.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Herbert</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gavin Parsons</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
<td>$149.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Leidos Holdings. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Leidos Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Leidos Holdings'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 Leidos Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Leidos Holdings</h2>
Leidos Holdings Inc is a technology, engineering, and science company that provides services and solutions in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets, both domestically and internationally. Company customer includes the U.S. Department of Defense ("DoD"), the U.S. Intelligence Community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security ("DHS"), the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA"), the Department of Veterans Affairs ("VA"), and many other U.S. civilian, state and local government agencies, etc. The company is engaged in four reportable segments; National Security &amp; Digital, Health &amp; Civil, Commercial &amp; International and Defense Systems. It provides a wide array of scientific, engineering and technical services and solutions across these reportable segments.
<h3>Breaking Down Leidos Holdings's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Leidos Holdings's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 6.79%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's 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: Leidos Holdings's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 8.55%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Leidos Holdings's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 8.37%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Leidos Holdings's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.76%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Leidos Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.35.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts 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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