La vendita allo scoperto per Sodick dà agli investitori un'idea del grado in cui gli investitori stanno scommettendo sul declino delle azioni di Sodick. I dati relativi alle vendite allo scoperto vengono aggiornati ogni due settimane.

Sodick (OTC:SDCKF) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

Sodick Co Ltd is the manufacturer of electrical discharge machines (EDM). The company operates through three segments namely Machine tools operations, Industrial machinery operations, and Food processing machinery operations. It offers various machine tools products such as die-sinker, wire-cut, and small-hole drilling EDMs, horizontal injection molding machine, noodle producing the machine, powder mill, linear motor and linear motor drivers and many more.

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Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) shares are trading higher Friday after climbing new highs during the week. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR/news">you need to know.</a>
The Details: On Monday, Palantir <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41730179/palantir-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-customers-up-39-raises-guidance-results-driven-by-unrele">reported third-quarter revenue</a> of $725.52 million, surpassing the $701.13 million estimate and earnings per share of 6 cents, beating expectations of 4 cents. Total revenue rose 30% year-over-year, with U.S. commercial revenue up 54% and U.S. government revenue up 40%. CEO Alex Karp added that the company's growth is "driven by unrelenting AI demand that won't slow down."
Shares<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41746288/palantir-stock-is-hitting-new-highs-whats-going-on"> continued to rise </a>after some analysts commented on Palantir's expanding U.S. customer base and AI product demand. Analysts at Wedbush, Mizuho and DA Davidson all raised their price targets, with Wedbush's Dan Ives citing Palantir's "robust" results and AI expansion. 
The stock hit another all-time high on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41782430/palantir-shares-are-hitting-new-highs-on-wednesday-whats-going-on">Wednesday </a>after Donald Trump's presidential win sparked market optimism on potential policy shifts, which could favor defense and AI sectors. Palantir, up 25% over the past week, was seen as a potential beneficiary of a Trump administration&#8217;s defense and intelligence priorities.
Palantir shares also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41808861/whats-going-on-with-palantir-stock-thursday">faced early pressure</a> after Jefferies downgraded the stock from Hold to Underperform, citing valuation concerns. However, the stock bounced back intraday Thursday after Palantir announced a partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Anthropic to bring advanced AI capabilities to U.S. defense and intelligence agencies. The partnership will integrate Anthropic&#8217;s Claude AI models into Palantir's AI Platform for secure government use.
PLTR Price Action: Palantir shares were up 3.42% at $58.30 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on Oklo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in OKLO often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 30 options trades for Oklo. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 50% bullish and 36% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $112,500, and 29 calls, totaling $2,339,238.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $2.5 to $40.0 for Oklo over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Oklo's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Oklo's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $2.5 to $40.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Oklo Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098929_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>OKLO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$510.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKLO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$374.2K</td>
<td>47</td>
<td>520</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKLO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$176.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>610</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKLO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.25</td>
<td>$2.25</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$112.5K</td>
<td>49</td>
<td>506</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKLO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$94.5K</td>
<td>940</td>
<td>177</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Oklo</h3>
Oklo Inc is developing advanced fission power plants to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale. It is pursuing two complementary tracks to address this demand: providing reliable, commercial-scale energy to customers; and selling used nuclear fuel recycling services to the U.S. market. The Company plans to commercialize its liquid metal fast reactor technology with the Aurora powerhouse product line. The first commercial Aurora powerhouse is designed to produce up to 15 megawatts of electricity (MWe) on both recycled nuclear fuel and fresh fuel.
<h3>Current Position of Oklo</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 18,810,980, with OKLO's price down by -1.51%, positioned at $26.16.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 6 days.</li>
</ul>
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With OKLO

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Super Micro Computer. Our analysis of options history for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) revealed 39 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 43% of traders were bullish, while 51% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 23 were puts, with a value of $1,781,693, and 16 were calls, valued at $804,721.
<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 $13.0 and $87.0 for Super Micro Computer, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Super Micro Computer's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Super Micro Computer's significant trades, within a strike price range of $13.0 to $87.0, over the past month.
<h3>Super Micro Computer 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098924_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$12.27</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$576.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>753</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$13.55</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$135.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>115</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$6.65</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.65</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$129.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>$0.61</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$88.8K</td>
<td>9.9K</td>
<td>6.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$17.85</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$88.5K</td>
<td>512</td>
<td>72</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Super Micro Computer, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Super Micro Computer's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 53,554,019, the price of SMCI is down -3.89% at $24.49. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 17 days.</li>
</ul>
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What the Options Market Tells Us About Super Micro Computer

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Fair Isaac (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FICO#NYSE">FICO</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 FICO usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 14 extraordinary options activities for Fair Isaac. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 42% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $71,378, and 12 are calls, amounting to $737,063.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $1700.0 to $2500.0 for Fair Isaac over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Fair Isaac options trades today is 16.6 with a total volume of 51.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Fair Isaac's big money trades within a strike price range of $1700.0 to $2500.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Fair Isaac Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098919_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FICO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$352.1</td>
<td>$352.0</td>
<td>$352.1</td>
<td>$2000.00</td>
<td>$352.0K</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FICO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$375.6</td>
<td>$373.0</td>
<td>$375.6</td>
<td>$2000.00</td>
<td>$75.1K</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FICO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$548.0</td>
<td>$538.0</td>
<td>$539.0</td>
<td>$1700.00</td>
<td>$53.9K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FICO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$55.6</td>
<td>$51.7</td>
<td>$55.6</td>
<td>$2200.00</td>
<td>$44.4K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FICO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$160.0</td>
<td>$155.1</td>
<td>$160.0</td>
<td>$2180.00</td>
<td>$32.0K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Fair Isaac</h3>
Founded in 1956, Fair Isaac Corporation is a leading applied analytics company. Fair Isaac is primarily known for its FICO credit scores, which is a widely used industry benchmark to determine the creditworthiness of an individual consumer. The firm's credit scores business accounts for most of the firm's profits and consists of business-to-business and business-to-consumer services. In addition to scores, Fair Isaac also sells software primarily to financial institutions for areas such as analytics, decision-making, customer workflows, and fraud.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Fair Isaac, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Fair Isaac Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 196,525, the price of FICO is down 0.0% at $2176.1. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 76 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Fair Isaac</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 $2252.8.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Fair Isaac, which currently sits at a price target of $2000. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its rating to Sector Perform, setting a price target of $2040. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Fair Isaac, which currently sits at a price target of $2500. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Fair Isaac, which currently sits at a price target of $2374. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Fair Isaac, which currently sits at a price target of $2350. 
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Looking At Fair Isaac's Recent Unusual Options Activity

SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) reported worse-than-expected third-quarter results on Wednesday and analysts are weighing in on what is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41806208/solaredges-tough-q3-revenue-miss-multi-billion-impairment-bleak-forecast-more">next for the company. </a>
Truist on SEDG: Truist analyst Jordan Levy highlighted prior commentary from Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) on weakness in the European market as forewarning for SolarEdge's disappointing results and guidance. 
SolarEdge expects revenue of between $180 million and $200 million for the fourth quarter, below the consensus of $308.66 million. 
Levy said market weakness is cyclical and sees SolarEdge as a "show-me story" over the coming quarters.&nbsp;
Truist reiterated its Hold rating on SolarEdge and lowered its price target from $20 to $15.&nbsp;
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The BMO analyst maintained a Market Perform rating and said SolarEdge should see growth alongside solar demand.&nbsp;
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"At this point, given the already over 80% ytd decline in company share price, high short interest, and SEDG belatedly taking more decisive actions to clear its product channel in Europe we await to see if any progress emerges," the BMO analyst wrote.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Expedia Group.
Looking at options history for Expedia Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>) we detected 32 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 37% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 53% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 16 are puts, for a total amount of $1,361,552 and 16, calls, for a total amount of $954,831.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $100.0 to $200.0 for Expedia Group during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Expedia Group's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Expedia Group's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $100.0 to $200.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Expedia Group Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098710_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EXPE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.35</td>
<td>$9.1</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$520.0K</td>
<td align="right">45</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EXPE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$47.95</td>
<td>$45.7</td>
<td>$45.7</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$182.8K</td>
<td align="right">93</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EXPE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$13.0</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$95.5K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">76</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EXPE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$39.75</td>
<td>$38.75</td>
<td>$38.75</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$93.0K</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
<td align="right">33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EXPE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$15.9</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$88.5K</td>
<td align="right">59</td>
<td align="right">60</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Expedia Group</h3>
Expedia is the world's second-largest online travel agency by bookings, offering services for lodging (80% of total 2023 sales), air tickets (3%), rental cars, cruises, in-destination, and other (11%), and advertising revenue (6%). Expedia operates a number of branded travel booking sites, but its three core online travel agency brands are Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo. It also has a metasearch brand, Trivago. Transaction fees for online bookings account for the bulk of sales and profits.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Expedia Group, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Expedia Group's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,695,283, the EXPE's price is up by 3.48%, now at $180.19. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 90 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Expedia Group</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $182.4.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Outperform rating on Expedia Group with a target price of $210. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Expedia Group, which currently sits at a price target of $166. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Expedia Group, which currently sits at a price target of $156. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wedbush continues to hold a Neutral rating for Expedia Group, targeting a price of $180. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from BTIG continues to hold a Buy rating for Expedia Group, targeting a price of $200. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Expedia Group options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

EXPE

Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Expedia Group

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Oracle. Our analysis of options history for Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) revealed 35 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 62% of traders were bullish, while 22% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $292,307, and 30 were calls, valued at $3,141,583.
<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 $100.0 and $240.0 for Oracle, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Oracle options trades today is 1815.6 with a total volume of 21,239.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Oracle's big money trades within a strike price range of $100.0 to $240.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Oracle Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098705_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.45</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$672.6K</td>
<td>8.2K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$13.95</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.78</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$452.7K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td>335</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$187.50</td>
<td>$368.1K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$38.25</td>
<td>$38.25</td>
<td>$38.25</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$351.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>92</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$1.43</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$192.50</td>
<td>$210.0K</td>
<td>183</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Oracle</h3>
Oracle provides database technology and enterprise resource planning, or ERP, software to enterprises around the world. Founded in 1977, Oracle pioneered the first commercial SQL-based relational database management system. Today, Oracle has 430,000 customers in 175 countries, supported by its base of 136,000 employees.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Oracle, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Oracle Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 5,537,782, the ORCL's price is up by 1.76%, now at $189.65. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 31 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Oracle</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $185.0.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Sector Perform with a new price target of $165. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities has decided to maintain their Market Outperform rating on Oracle, which currently sits at a price target of $205. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Oracle options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

ORCL

Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Oracle

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Netflix. Our analysis of options history for Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) revealed 93 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 37% of traders were bullish, while 36% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 10 were puts, with a value of $516,789, and 83 were calls, valued at $6,209,128.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $10.0 to $1110.0 for Netflix over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Netflix's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Netflix's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $10.0 to $1110.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Netflix Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731098699_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$786.8</td>
<td>$779.0</td>
<td>$782.88</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$234.8K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td align="right">44</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$786.6</td>
<td>$779.0</td>
<td>$782.68</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$234.8K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$786.7</td>
<td>$779.0</td>
<td>$782.83</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$156.5K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td align="right">46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$170.25</td>
<td>$169.35</td>
<td>$170.25</td>
<td>$945.00</td>
<td>$153.1K</td>
<td>18</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.86</td>
<td>$790.00</td>
<td>$138.6K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">820</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Netflix</h3>
Netflix's relatively simple business model involves only one business, its streaming service. It has the biggest television entertainment subscriber base in both the United States and the collective international market, with more than 280 million subscribers globally. Netflix has exposure to nearly the entire global population outside of China. The firm has traditionally avoided live programming or sports content, instead focusing on on-demand access to episodic television, movies, and documentaries. The firm recently began introducing ad-supported subscription plans, giving the firm exposure to the advertising market in addition to the subscription fees that have historically accounted for nearly all its revenue.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Netflix, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Netflix</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,222,818, the price of NFLX is down by -0.41%, reaching $793.29.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 74 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Netflix</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $764.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
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&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Netflix, which currently sits at a price target of $785. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity continues to hold a Hold rating for Netflix, targeting a price of $760. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Rosenblatt keeps a Neutral rating on Netflix with a target price of $680. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Needham continues to hold a Buy rating for Netflix, targeting a price of $800. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Macquarie persists with their Outperform rating on Netflix, maintaining a target price of $795. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Netflix options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

NFLX

Spotlight on Netflix: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Cryptocurrency markets are trading mostly sideways to close out the week.
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Cryptocurrency</td>
<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Gains +/-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td> $76,596.76</td>
<td>-0.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td> $2,941.75</td>
<td>+1.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td> $198.79</td>
<td>+0.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td> $0.1959</td>
<td>+1.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td> $0.00001878</td>
<td>-0.9%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Notable Statistics:
<ul>
<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 26.3% and daily active addresses falling by 10.2%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are up from 15,034 to 11,544 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are up by 94.2%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 91,985 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $265.50 million.</li>
<li>On-chain and macro research provider Axel Adler Jr noted that the Bitcoin Profitability Index is currently at 221%, with past cycle peaks reaching 460% and 395%, and the previous high at 272%. Currently, <a href="https://x.com/AxelAdlerJr/status/1854795174192284140">users</a> have an average profitability exceeding their initial investments by 121%.</li>
</ul>
Notable Developments:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41851865/bitcoin-to-200000-ethereum-to-10000-and-crypto-market-cap-to-4x-by-end-of-2025-says-standard-chartered">Bitcoin To $200,000, Ethereum To $10,000 And Crypto Market Cap To 4X By End Of 2025, Says Standard Chartered</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41847581/el-salvadors-bitcoin-bet-is-paying-off-heres-how-much-the-country-is-up">El Salvador&#8217;s Bitcoin Bet Is Paying Off—Here&#8217;s How Much The Country Is Up</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41849213/crypto-queen-ruja-ignatova-onecoins-4-billion-fraud-mastermind-is-alive-and-in-south-africa-german-police-suspects">&#8216;Crypto Queen&#8217; Ruja Ignatova, OneCoin&#8217;s $4 Billion Fraud Mastermind, Is Alive And In South Africa, German Police Suspects</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41853924/cardano-up-13-as-speculation-around-charles-hoskinson-as-trump-crypto-policy-advisor-bubbles">Cardano Up 13% As Speculation Around Charles Hoskinson As Trump Crypto Policy Advisor Bubbles</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41841882/sol-staking-yields-double-ethereums-as-both-battle-treasury-rates">Solana Staking Yields Double Ethereum&#8217;s As Both Battle Treasury Rates</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41843928/bitcoin-etfs-saw-record-1-38-billion-inflows-on-thursday">Bitcoin ETFs Saw Record $1.38 Billion Inflows On Thursday</a></li>
</ul>
Top Gainers:
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Cryptocurrency</td>
<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Gains +/-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cronos (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">CRO</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.1125</td>
<td>+22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Polygon (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/matic/usd">MATIC</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.4</td>
<td>+16.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>)</td>
<td> $0.44</td>
<td>+10.6%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Trader Notes: With Bitcoin prices breaching the $76,000 mark, crypto trader Kevin sees BTC trading in an ascending triangle. He <a href="https://x.com/Kev_Capital_TA/status/1854946716887491071">says</a> the price target is $80,000.
Titan Of Crypto stated that Bitcoin "usually tops 12-13 months&#8221; after a U.S. presidential election. He predicts a potential cycle peak around the end of 2025, with a target of $150,000.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> Cycle Top Timing &#x1f30b; With the US election now behind us, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a> usually tops 12-13 months later. This suggests a potential cycle peak around the end of 2025. Target: $150k+ &#x1f4c8; <a href="https://t.co/tQyljuAYVm">pic.twitter.com/tQyljuAYVm</a>
&mdash; Titan of Crypto (@Washigorira) <a href="https://twitter.com/Washigorira/status/1854917711559618980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Crypto trader More Crypto Online is optimistic about Bitcoin reaching at least $78,000 but <a href="https://x.com/Morecryptoonl/status/1854895285597589861">notes</a> that a drop below $74,500 would shift attention to a Fibonacci support zone between $69,418 and $73,977. For now, the local trend remains upward.
Javon Marks predicts Bitcoin could see a 51% rally to $116,652 if it holds the key $67,559 target. 
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">As prices of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> (BTC) now hold well above a key $67,559 target, the next level in sight to be pushed is $116,652 in another +51% rally which can take place at a more powerful pace than many think! Next level can be incoming&#8230; <a href="https://t.co/NENUNz5jVx">https://t.co/NENUNz5jVx</a> <a href="https://t.co/flN9pJhJ8k">pic.twitter.com/flN9pJhJ8k</a>
&mdash; JAVON&#x26a1;&#xFE0F;MARKS (@JavonTM1) <a href="https://twitter.com/JavonTM1/status/1854887601104134465?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2024</a></blockquote>
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What&#8217;s Next: The influence of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin as an institutional asset class</a>&nbsp;is expected to be thoroughly explored at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Future of Digital Assets</a>&nbsp;event on Nov. 19.
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Elon Musk&#8216;s fortune skyrocketed past $300 billion on Friday, fueled by a sharp rally in Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)'s stock after Donald Trump's election as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41813356/elon-musks-net-worth-soars-by-26-5-billion-in-single-day-after-tesla-stock-surges-post-trump-vic">the 47th U.S. president.</a>
According to Forbes&#8217; Real-Time Billionaires List, Musk&#8217;s net worth reached $305 billion — distantly followed by Oracle Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NASDAQ">ORCL</a>) co-founder Larry Ellison at around $231 billion, and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)'s Jeff Bezos, who trails at approximately $225 billion.
Musk is now more than $100 billion richer than Meta Platform Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
The electric carmaker's shares rocketed nearly 30% over the week, driving the company's market capitalization beyond the $1 trillion mark and delivering Musk a massive windfall.
Other than deriving much of his wealth from Tesla, Musk has also diversified his fortune in SpaceX, founded in 2002, which is worth nearly $210 billion based on a tender offer launched during the second half of 2024. Musk owns an estimated 42% stake.
Musk bought Twitter in a $44 billion (enterprise value) deal in 2022, although Forbes estimates that the social media company, which he renamed X, is worth nearly 70% less <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/10/41603930/trump-vs-musk-djt-stock-worth-more-than-latest-x-valuation-thanks-to-2024-election-run-up">as of August 2024</a>.
Musk owns an estimated 60% of xAI, which he founded in 2023. Private investors valued the company at $24 billion in May 2024.
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<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>RANK</th>
<th>NAME</th>
<th>NET WORTH</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Elon Musk </td>
<td>$305.5 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Larry Ellison </td>
<td>$230.9 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>Jeff Bezos </td>
<td>$225.5 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Mark Zuckerberg </td>
<td>$203.4 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Bernard Arnault &amp; Family</td>
<td>$165.6 billion</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List</figcaption></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Trump's Victory Was A Big Win For Musk</h3>
Trump's stance on tariffs, specifically on vehicles imported from Europe and China, could potentially make it tougher for foreign carmakers to compete in the U.S. market — an advantage that could drive up Tesla's market share on its home turf.
A Trump presidency would likely mean the end of EV subsidies and tax credits during Tesla&#8217;s second-quarter earnings call.
The impact would be slight for Tesla and devastating for its competitors. &#8220;But long term probably actually helps Tesla, would be my guess, yes,&#8221; Musk has said.
Musk has also been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41766808/mark-cuban-congratulates-trump-musk-before-the-election-is-called-says-they-won-fair-and-square">an active political backer</a> for Trump's 2024 campaign, reportedly donating over $130 million to support his re-election efforts.
Trump&#8217;s victory speech didn't shy away from showing gratitude either. 
As Forbes highlighted, Trump took nearly 4 minutes in his first speech to praise Musk, calling him a "super genius" and highlighting Tesla's achievements, from SpaceX's rocket launches to the expanding satellite internet network.
"A star is born — Elon!" Trump declared.
Musk has expressed enthusiasm about heading a proposed Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.), where he'd lead efforts to trim wasteful spending from the federal budget. Trump touted Musk as the ideal candidate to serve as the "Secretary of Cost-Cutting," potentially overseeing an ambitious plan to slash $2 trillion in federal expenses.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Musk&#8217;s Wealth Outpaces 475 S&amp;P 500 Companies</h3>
To put his wealth into perspective, Musk could theoretically buy out companies in the S&amp;P 500 with valuations smaller than his own, a list as big as 474 names.
Major corporations like Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), valued at $287 billion, and The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) at $276 billion, are now "within reach" for Musk's personal fortune.
With $305 billion, Musk could also theoretically acquire three companies in the $100 billion range, like Prologis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLD#NYSE">PLD</a>), Deere &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>) and Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), with cash to spare.
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Elon Musk's Wealth Tops $300 Billion As Tesla's Market Cap Soars Above $1 Trillion

In a recent <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/suze-ormans-women-and-money/suze-school-there-is-no-greater-teacher-in-life-th">Women &amp; Money podcast</a> episode, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41318259/with-all-due-respect-this-makes-no-sense-suze-orman-explains-why-this-1-6-million-401-k-rollover">Suze Orman</a> and her wife KT shared a heartfelt email from a listener named Anna. Anna's message struck a chord as she expressed guilt and self-doubt after a year of extraordinary financial success, earning $1.4 million.&nbsp;
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Anna's journey to this achievement wasn't straightforward – it involved facing personal challenges, including leaving a marriage to prioritize her happiness. Despite her professional accomplishments, she struggles with feeling deserving of her newfound wealth.
Anna's email began with a note of gratitude for Orman's past advice, which she says helped her take charge of her life. After listening to Orman's "tough love" guidance on standing firm in one's truth, Anna found the courage to make life-altering decisions, including going through a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/10/41519655/kevin-oleary-warns-never-let-a-man-control-your-financial-destiny-he-says-divorce-your-husband-and-y">divorce</a>. She bought out her ex-husband's equity in their home, retaining their favorable mortgage rate and feeling grateful for his support.
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However, Anna's recent financial windfall has left her grappling with complex emotions. Her skill, hard work and her company's stock price surge led her to this significant income: $1.4 million in a single year.&nbsp;
She admits feeling guilty for earning such a large sum when others in demanding professions, such as teaching and nursing, make far less. Anna mentioned that her success feels "absurd" to her and even acknowledged that she's hesitant to share it with others, fearing they may view her as ungrateful.
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Orman and KT addressed Anna's feelings directly, emphasizing that such guilt around financial success is not uncommon. "The number of emails and people I have met that feel this way or come into an inheritance and they hide the fact that they&#8217;ve <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41462117/man-inherits-50-million-and-turns-to-dave-ramsey-for-advice-he-says-wealthy-people-who-give-are-">inherited millions of dollars</a> from their family. Yet nobody, not one of their friends, has a clue. It&#8217;s like they are embarrassed by money. And it&#8217;s not just you, Anna, that feels that way."
She shared her experience of feeling shocked by her early financial milestones, recalling when she received her first $250,000 check and left it on her kitchen counter for two weeks, overwhelmed by its enormity.
The couple reassured Anna that she isn't "lucky" alone – her success is also due to her hard work, dedication and good decision-making. KT observed that Anna recognizes her competence but has yet to fully appreciate the value of her achievements. KT encouraged her to "celebrate" this milestone and share it openly with those she trusts to affirm her success rather than hide it.
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Orman also addressed the importance of cultivating a healthy relationship with money. She pointed out that feelings of fear, shame and anger can become obstacles to building lasting wealth. Orman encouraged Anna to let go of guilt, reminding her that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/40711869/how-rich-are-you-heres-the-net-worth-that-defines-upper-middle-and-lower-class">financial wealth</a> doesn't diminish her worth but is simply a result of her choices and circumstances. "Do not insult yourself like this," Orman advised, urging Anna to recognize that she deserves the wealth she has earned.
Ultimately, Orman and KT's message to Anna was clear: acknowledge and celebrate your success. Orman pointed out that wealth, like happiness, is not just a matter of financial gain but is rooted in self-acceptance. By embracing her financial achievements, Anna can feel empowered and continue making sound financial decisions without guilt.
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Listener Feels Guilty For Making $1.4 Million In A Year, Suze Orman Says 'Do Not Insult Yourself Like This, You Deserve This'

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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</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 GOOGL usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 60 extraordinary options activities for Alphabet. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 41% leaning bullish and 43% bearish. Among these notable options, 17 are puts, totaling $838,080, and 43 are calls, amounting to $2,307,217.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $120.0 to $350.0 for Alphabet over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Alphabet's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Alphabet's significant trades, within a strike price range of $120.0 to $350.0, over the past month.
<h3>Alphabet 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731097658_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$7.25</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.18</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$272.1K</td>
<td>806</td>
<td>390</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$245.2K</td>
<td>21.4K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$171.95</td>
<td>$168.1</td>
<td>$170.54</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$136.4K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>8</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$129.5K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
<td>203</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$116.5K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>403</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Alphabet</h3>
Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV, YouTube Music among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform, or GCP, accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue with the firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) making up the rest.
In light of the recent options history for Alphabet, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Alphabet</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 12,298,312, the price of GOOGL is down by -1.03%, reaching $178.88.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 81 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Alphabet</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $209.8.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its rating to Overweight, setting a price target of $210. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Roth MKM persists with their Buy rating on Alphabet, maintaining a target price of $212. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wedbush has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $205. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from BMO Capital downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $217. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group persists with their Outperform rating on Alphabet, maintaining a target price of $205. 
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In GOOGL Options

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Wayfair (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</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 W usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 16 extraordinary options activities for Wayfair. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 68% leaning bullish and 25% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $324,922, and 11 are calls, amounting to $502,588.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $32.5 to $95.0 for Wayfair during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Wayfair'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 Wayfair's whale activity within a strike price range from $32.5 to $95.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Wayfair 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731097653_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>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.45</td>
<td>$11.45</td>
<td>$11.45</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$114.5K</td>
<td>280</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.65</td>
<td>$10.35</td>
<td>$10.47</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$104.7K</td>
<td>4</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.05</td>
<td>$4.05</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$75.3K</td>
<td>192</td>
<td align="right">187</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$37.50</td>
<td>$72.1K</td>
<td>489</td>
<td align="right">373</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">353</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Wayfair</h3>
Wayfair engages in e-commerce in the United States (87% of 2023 sales), Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Ireland. It's also embarked on expansion into the brick-and-mortar landscape, with a handful of stores between the AllModern, Birch Lane, Joss &amp; Main, and Wayfair banners. At the end of 2023, the firm offered more than 30 million products from more than 20,000 suppliers under the brands Wayfair, Joss &amp; Main, AllModern, Birch Lane, and Perigold. Its offerings include furniture, everyday and seasonal decor, decorative accents, housewares, and other home goods. Wayfair was founded in 2002 and began trading publicly in 2014.
In light of the recent options history for Wayfair, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Wayfair Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,770,975, the W's price is down by -0.55%, now at $39.57. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 104 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Wayfair</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $50.2.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wedbush has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Wayfair, which currently sits at a price target of $45. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $60. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has decided to maintain their Sector Perform rating on Wayfair, which currently sits at a price target of $50. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Deutsche Bank continues to hold a Buy rating for Wayfair, targeting a price of $46. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Wayfair, which currently sits at a price target of $50. 
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"Stigma was never an excuse," says Noemí Pérez, founder of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/10/41557094/fab-5-freddys-b-noble-pushes-fair-access-to-cannabis-jobs-through-free-training-grants-initiativ">GreenBook Academy</a> and president of Puerto Rico MedCann.Biz, on her mission to bring <a href="https://elplanteo.com/cannabis-medicinal/">medicinal cannabis</a> education to every corner of <a href="https://elplanteo.com/pr">Puerto Rico</a>. Since the program&#8217;s inception in 2015, Pérez has worked to shift views around cannabis, from being seen as a prohibited substance to being understood as a therapeutic tool with significant benefits. This has been no small task, involving traveling across towns to offer free workshops and train both professionals and patients alike.
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GreenBook Academy is not just an educational hub, it's a force for change. The academy prepares individuals interested in areas such as cannabis cultivation, manufacturing and sales, creating an ecosystem of skilled workers in the cannabis industry. "Puerto Rico's regulations are unique," Pérez explains, highlighting how the strict educational requirements have helped establish a regulated and professionalized market. Local regulations mandate that all cannabis industry employees complete a minimum level of training, which has been crucial in breaking down prejudices and integrating the community.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Education And Community: Shifting The Perception Of Medicinal Cannabis In Puerto Rico</h2>
Pérez recalls the early days of Puerto Rico's medicinal cannabis industry: "There were no patients, no doctors, no vendors." Through the Cannaworks Institute, Pérez has introduced entire communities to medicinal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/cannabis">cannabis</a>. This educational strategy has become a continuous awareness campaign, helping her gain ground against stigma and attract more professionals to the industry.
The entrepreneur recognizes that in a society with Puerto Rico's strong pharmaceutical heritage, quality and seriousness are vital for cannabis to thrive. In her view, the island's pharmaceutical approach, with its high-quality standards, not only ensures safe products but builds consumer trust. "Here in Puerto Rico, the medicinal cannabis project follows the same pharmaceutical foundations," she explains. This regulatory approach has helped medicinal cannabis be seen more as a legitimate option and less as a recreational substance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Medical Cannabis Tourism: Creating A Wellness-Focused Puerto Rico</h2>
Pérez's mission extends beyond local education. With her vision for expanding medicinal tourism, GreenBook Academy aims to offer a holistic experience for patients visiting the island. Inspired by the Caribbean's tourism growth, Pérez has developed an innovative program allowing patients from other jurisdictions who cannot bring their medicinal cannabis with them to access products in Puerto Rico. This experience—complete with educational tours and dispensary visits—provides visitors with a comprehensive introduction to medicinal cannabis in a safe, regulated environment.
"It's like a ‘workshop on wheels,'" Pérez says excitedly. This initiative not only promotes wellness tourism but also helps reinforce Puerto Rico's image as a leader in health care and alternative therapies. For the founder of GreenBook, this experience is an opportunity to normalize medicinal cannabis use while creating jobs and strengthening the local economy.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2025: A Vision For The Future Of Cannabis In Puerto Rico</h2>
For Pérez, the goal for 2025 is clear: broaden education and access to medicinal cannabis across the island. Although recreational legalization remains uncertain, Pérez is focused on promoting an accessible, safe and educational medicinal cannabis model. Through GreenBook Academy, she plans to keep training new professionals, expand medicinal tourism and ensure that more patients learn about and trust cannabis as a viable therapeutic option.
The dedication of Noemí Pérez and her team has established GreenBook Academy and Cannaworks as pillars in developing a respected and professional medicinal cannabis industry in Puerto Rico. Looking toward an inclusive and accessible future, Pérez continues to break down barriers, challenge stigmas and demonstrate that medicinal cannabis has a solid place in the island's health and economy.
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Insmed Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>): The biopharmaceutical company saw increased interest from investors over the week, which comes after the company <a href="https://investor.insmed.com/2024-10-31-Insmed-Reports-Third-Quarter-2024-Financial-Results-and-Provides-Business-Update">reported </a>third-quarter financial results and provided a company update in late October. The company said ARIKAYCE had revenue of $93.4 million in the quarter, up 18% year-over-year. 
Insmed also said its NDA submission for Brensocatib in Bronchiectasis is on track for the fourth quarter and is expected to launch in the U.S. in mid-2025. 
H.C. Wainwright reiterated a Buy rating and $90 price target on the stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INSM/analyst-ratings">after the quarterly results</a>. Truist reiterated a Buy rating and raised the price target from $100 to $105. Investor interest could increase in the coming weeks with the company scheduled to participate in several conferences including ones from Guggenheim (Nov. 11), UBS Global (Nov. 12), Wolfe Research (Nov. 20) and Jefferies (Nov. 21).
Insmed shares were up over 8% in the last five trading days, as seen on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro chart</a> below, and are up over 140% year-to-date in 2024.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="999" height="506" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135456/Screenshot-234.png" alt="" class="wp-image-638350" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135456/Screenshot-234.png 999w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135456/Screenshot-234-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135456/Screenshot-234-768x389.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 999px) 100vw, 999px" /></a></figure>
Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIT#NYSE">AIT</a>): The industrial company was one of several in the sector to see strong interest from readers, which could be related to Donald Trump winning<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election"> the 2024 election.</a> Industrials were a top performing sector under <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/11/41783357/how-did-s-p-500-sectors-perform-during-trumps-first-term-could-this-time-be-different">Trump&#8217;s previous four years</a> in the White House. 
The company also recently <a href="https://ir.applied.com/news/news-details/2024/Applied-Industrial-Technologies-Reports-Fiscal-2025-First-Quarter-Results/default.aspx">reported </a>first-quarter financial results with earnings per share of $2.36 and revenue of $1.10 billion, beating Street consensus estimates of $2.27 and $1.09 billion respectively. Applied Industrial also increased its fiscal 2025 earnings per share guidance to a range of $9.25 to $10.00, up from prior guidance of $9.20 to $9.95 and ahead of a Street estimate of $9.39. 
Analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AIT/analyst-ratings">raised their price targets</a> on the stock after the quarterly results. The stock was up over 15% in the last five trading days and is up over 50% year-to-date in 2024.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="995" height="503" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135510/Screenshot-236.png" alt="" class="wp-image-638351" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135510/Screenshot-236.png 995w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135510/Screenshot-236-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135510/Screenshot-236-768x388.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px" /></a></figure>
Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>): The specialty grocery retailer saw strong interest from Benzinga readers during the week, which comes after <a href="https://investors.sprouts.com/news/news-details/2024/Sprouts-Farmers-Market-Inc.-Reports-Third-Quarter-2024-Results/default.aspx">recent </a>quarterly results and with shares trading at 52-week highs. The company's third-quarter earnings per share of 91 cents and revenue of $1.90 billion beat Street estimates of 76 cents per share and $1.88 billion respectively.
The company said the third quarter was exceptional and CEO Jack Sinclair highlighted "robust traffic growth." Same store sales were up 8.4% in the third quarter. The company opened nine new stores, ending the quarter with 428 stores in 23 states. 
Goldman Sachs recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SFM/analyst-ratings">maintained a Buy rating </a>on the stock and raised the price target from $127 to $159. Wells Fargo maintained an Equal-Weight rating on the stock and raised the price target from $90 to $130. 
The stock was up over 10% over the last five trading days, and shares are up over 190% year-to-date in 2024.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="995" height="503" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135528/Screenshot-237.png" alt="" class="wp-image-638353" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135528/Screenshot-237.png 995w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135528/Screenshot-237-300x152.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135528/Screenshot-237-768x388.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px" /></a></figure>
Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>): The medical devices company saw strong interest from readers over the last week, with shares trading at 52-week highs Friday. 
The company recently reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41391471/intuitive-surgical-stock-pops-on-q3-earnings-beat-da-vinci-procedures-climb-18-regulatory-clearance">third-quarter financial results </a>with revenue of $2.04 billion beating a Street consensus estimate of $2.0 billion and earnings per share of $1.84 beating a Street consensus estimate of $1.63. Intuitive Surgical reported revenue growth of 17% year-over-year in the quarter, with worldwide da Vinci procedures up 18% year-over-year. 
The company also placed 379 da Vinci systems in the quarter, up from 312 in the prior quarter. There are 9,539 installed da Vinci surgical systems as of the end of the quarter. Intuitive obtained regulatory clearance for the da Vinci 5 surgical system in South Korea in October. 
The earnings report saw several<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41406234/intuitive-surgical-posts-q3-earnings-beat-these-analysts-raise-forecasts-on-dv5-upt"> analysts raise their price targets </a>on the stock. Analysts see the company's updated da Vinci 5 system, which can be used for more types of surgeries as a growth catalyst moving forward. Shares of Intuitive Surgical were up around six percent in the last five days and are up over 60% year-to-date.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="997" height="502" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135542/Screenshot-238.png" alt="" class="wp-image-638354" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135542/Screenshot-238.png 997w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135542/Screenshot-238-300x151.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135542/Screenshot-238-768x387.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 997px) 100vw, 997px" /></a></figure>
Mueller Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MLI#NYSE">MLI</a>): The industrials company was another in the sector that saw increased interest and a soaring stock price, potential from Trump's 2024 election win. The company recently <a href="https://ir.muellerindustries.com/news/press-releases/detail/178/mueller-industries-inc-reports-third-quarter-2024-earnings">reported </a>third-quarter net sales of $997.8 million, beating a Street consensus estimate of $936.0 million and quarterly earnings per share of $1.48, which beat a Street estimate of $1.32. Mueller Industries said the revenue growth came from recently acquired businesses and higher copper prices in the quarter.
"We anticipated that declining interest rates and moderating inflation, combined with the resolution of election related uncertainty, will create a more stable and favorable environment for us," Mueller CEO Greg Christopher said.
The stock was up 13% over the last five days and is up over 100% year-to-date in 2024.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="995" height="508" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135559/Screenshot-240.png" alt="" class="wp-image-638355" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135559/Screenshot-240.png 995w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135559/Screenshot-240-300x153.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/08135559/Screenshot-240-768x392.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px" /></a></figure>
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