La vendita allo scoperto per AT&T dà agli investitori un'idea del grado in cui gli investitori stanno scommettendo sul declino delle azioni di AT&T. I dati relativi alle vendite allo scoperto vengono aggiornati ogni due settimane.

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The wireless business contributes nearly 70% of AT&T's revenue. The firm is the third-largest US wireless carrier, connecting 72 million postpaid and 17 million prepaid phone customers. Fixed-line enterprise services, which account for about 15% of revenue, include internet access, private networking, security, voice, and wholesale network capacity. Residential fixed-line services, about 11% of revenue, primarily consist of broadband internet access, serving 14 million customers. AT&T also has a sizable presence in Mexico, with 23 million customers, but this business only accounts for 4% of revenue. The firm recently agreed to sell its 70% equity stake in satellite television provider DirecTV to its partner, private equity firm TPG.

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<li>Plenty, a vertical farming company backed by billionaire Jeff Bezos, is <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/bezos-backed-vertical-farming-startup-plenty-files-for-bankruptcy-9049c694">wilting</a> in bankruptcy. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Bay Area startup joins the ranks of Bowery, AeroFarms and AppHarvest in the vertical farming graveyard. SoftBank was expected to take charge of Plenty's future, but instead, it's just tossed a $20.7 million DIP financing lifeline to <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44225948/larry-ellison-poured-500-million-into-high-tech-farming-and-its-struggling-to-take-root">keep the crops alive</a>.</li>
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<li>Hooters, which is on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/asset-sales/25/02/43897289/deal-dispatch-hooters-plans-restructuring-prada-in-talks-to-acquire-versace">verge</a> of bankruptcy, is trying to polish up its gimmick. The brand is parting ways with the decisions made by its private equity backers. Recall in 2021 when Hooters of America made waitresses wear underwear-like uniforms and participate in so-called &#8220;bikini&#8221; nights. "That's depressing to us,&#8221; Neil Kiefer, chief executive officer of HMC Hospitality Group, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-03-27/hooters-bankruptcy-founders-to-welcome-families-end-bikini-nights?sref=TBDibEcD">told</a> Bloomberg. &#8220;We want to change that."</li>
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<li>AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) is pursuing Lumen Technologies&#8216; (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUMN#NYSE">LUMN</a>) consumer fiber business. According <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/at-t-said-in-talks-to-buy-lumen-s-consumer-fiber-unit?sref=TBDibEcD">to</a> Bloomberg, the price tag exceeds $5.5 billion. The talks come about two months after AT&amp;T completed a sale-leaseback deal for 74 of its properties, <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/asset-sales/25/01/43197188/att-nets-850-million-in-sale-leaseback-deal-as-part-of-copper-network-exit">generating $850 million in cash</a>.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Updates From The Block</h2>
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AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) shares are trading<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> nearly flat on Friday.</a>
The company reportedly plans to reduce its monthly autopay discount for some customers.
Starting April 24, customers enrolled in the autopay and paperless billing program using eligible debit cards will see a reduction in their discount from $10 to $5, USA Today <a target="_blank" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/03/27/att-autopay-discounts-cuts-save/82689187007/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Additionally, those enrolled with any non-AT&amp;T Points Plus credit card will no longer receive the discount.
Meanwhile, customers using a bank account for autopay will continue to receive the $10 discount on eligible internet plans and a $10 discount per phone line for eligible wireless plans.
This move follows similar actions by AT&amp;T's competitors, T-Mobile US, Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc., signaling a broader industry trend.
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According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, T stock has gained over 60% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYZ#BATS">IYZ</a>) and&nbsp;WBI Power Factor High Dividend ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBIY#NYSE">WBIY</a>).
On the financial front, AT&amp;T recently said that it remains on track to meet its 2025 targets, reaffirming its<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/guidance/25/03/44242274/att-confirms-2025-targets-cash-flow-strength-and-debt-reduction-plan-details" rel="noreferrer noopener"> FY25 adjusted EPS guidance of $1.97 to $2.07.</a>
The company also expects to report a first-quarter adjusted EPS of approximately $0.48 or higher, aligning with or exceeding last year's first-quarter performance (excluding DIRECTV).
Additionally, AT&amp;T projects a free cash flow of over $16 billion for the year, with around $2.8 billion expected for the first quarter.
As part of its strategic plan, AT&amp;T continues to make progress on the sale of its 70% stake in DIRECTV, with a planned closing by mid-2025. This transaction is expected to generate $5.4 billion in after-tax proceeds in 2025.
Earlier this month, AT&amp;T also said it continues to focus on improving its leverage, targeting a net-debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2.5x by mid-2025.
Price Action: T stock is up 0.02% at $28.21 at last check Friday.
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What's Going On With AT&T Stock Today?

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</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 T 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 AT&amp;T. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 71% leaning bullish and 21% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $67,540, and 12 are calls, amounting to $678,369.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $22.0 to $35.0 for AT&amp;T over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</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 AT&amp;T'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 AT&amp;T's whale trades within a strike price range from $22.0 to $35.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>AT&amp;T 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743107542_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<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>
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<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$227.5K</td>
<td>30.3K</td>
<td>725</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.75</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$74.0K</td>
<td>13.1K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$64.7K</td>
<td>15.9K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/25/25</td>
<td>$0.97</td>
<td>$0.94</td>
<td>$0.97</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$48.5K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>746</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$40.2K</td>
<td>11.5K</td>
<td>5.7K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About AT&amp;T</h3>
The wireless business contributes nearly 70% of AT&amp;T's revenue. The firm is the third-largest US wireless carrier, connecting 72 million postpaid and 17 million prepaid phone customers. Fixed-line enterprise services, which account for about 15% of revenue, include internet access, private networking, security, voice, and wholesale network capacity. Residential fixed-line services, about 11% of revenue, primarily consist of broadband internet access, serving 14 million customers. AT&amp;T also has a sizable presence in Mexico, with 23 million customers, but this business only accounts for 4% of revenue. The firm recently agreed to sell its 70% equity stake in satellite television provider DirecTV to its partner, private equity firm TPG.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with AT&amp;T, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is AT&amp;T Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 42,835,443, with T's price up by 2.06%, positioned at $28.22.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 27 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On AT&amp;T</h3>
Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $28.25.
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&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital persists with their Outperform rating on AT&amp;T, maintaining a target price of $28. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Scotiabank continues to hold a Sector Outperform rating for AT&amp;T, targeting a price of $28. 
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AT&T's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Lumen Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUMN#NYSE">LUMN</a>) shares traded lower Tuesday following reports that AT&amp;T is in talks to acquire the company's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LUMN/earnings">consumer fiber business. </a>
What To Know: The potential deal, which is still in negotiations, could be valued at more than $5.5 billion, though terms are not final and talks may still collapse. Neither Lumen nor AT&amp;T has commented about the discussions.
Lumen's stock initially dropped as much as 13% to $4.26 earlier in the day, bringing its market capitalization to approximately $4.4 billion. Meanwhile, AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) shares rose 1.1% to $27.27, giving it a market value of about $196 billion.
At a recent industry conference, Lumen's CFO Chris Stansbury acknowledged the possibility of selling its fiber-to-the-home business, stating the company would not be a consolidator in the increasingly competitive fiber market. He pointed to other major deals in the sector, including Verizon's planned acquisition of Frontier Communications and BCE's agreement to buy Ziply Fiber.
Stansbury noted that bundling fiber and wireless services strengthens large providers by reducing customer churn and increasing pricing power. 
He also confirmed Lumen's fiber unit attracted significant interest from buyers. If a deal is completed, it would likely help Lumen reduce its debt load. Investors appear to be reacting negatively to the uncertainty surrounding the sale and the company&#8217;s longer-term position in the fiber market.
LUMN Price Action: Lumen Technologies shares closed Tuesday down 9.47% at $4.40, according to <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent072624&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga pro.</a>
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Photo: Courtesy Lumen Inc.

Tech

Why Are Lumen Technologies Shares Down Today?

<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/at-t-said-in-talks-to-buy-lumen-s-consumer-fiber-unit?srnd=homepage-canada" title="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/at-t-said-in-talks-to-buy-lumen-s-consumer-fiber-unit?srnd=homepage-canada">https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/at-t-said-in-talks-to-buy-lumen-s-consumer-fiber-unit?srnd=homepage-canada</a>

'AT&T Is In Talks To Buy Lumen's Consumer Fiber Unit; The Companies Are In Exclusive Discussions About A Transaction Valuing The Unit At More Than $5.5B' - Bloomberg News

Rumors

Watching AT&T, Lumen Technologies; Traders Circulate Unconfirmed Rumors Of AT&T Said To Be Discussing Acquisition Of Lumen's Fiber Network

Wall Street&#8217;s recovery from its recent technical correction paused for a breather on Tuesday, as investors awaited more clarity on tariff developments and digested a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44475192/consumer-confidence-falls-to-lowest-since-2022-as-inflation-tariff-worries-grow">downbeat consumer confidence report.</a>
The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index dropped to 92.9 in March, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44475192/consumer-confidence-falls-to-lowest-since-2022-as-inflation-tariff-worries-grow">its lowest reading since late 2022</a>. The Expectations Index plunged to 65.2 — a level not seen since 2013 — reflecting growing pessimism. The report cited rising prices, especially for eggs and tariff-affected goods, as key concerns. Inflation expectations also climbed, from 5.8% in February to 6.2% in March.
The S&amp;P 500 and Dow were flat on the day, while the Nasdaq 100 edged slightly higher, supported by gains in cybersecurity stocks.
Copper took center stage, jumping over 2% to hit new record highs. Demand is surging in both China and the U.S., fueled by<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44476803/copper-breaks-records-on-china-stimulus-tariff-hype-these-stocks-are-riding-the-wave"> policy stimulus and tariff-related shifts.</a>
Shares of Freeport McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>), the largest U.S. copper miner, rose 3.3%, extending gains in 10 of the last 11 sessions. The Global X Copper Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COPX#NYSE">COPX</a>) climbed 2% to a three-month high.
Elsewhere, market moves were subdued. Gold gained 0.5%, silver advanced 1.8% and oil dipped 0.4% after Monday's 1.2% jump driven by Venezuelan sanctions.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) posted a modest 0.4% gain.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day % chg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,256.36</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,619.75</td>
<td>0.1 %</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,770.02</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,101.68</td>
<td>-0.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.1% higher to $575.17.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) flattened at $425.79.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.4% to $492.89.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) eased 0.2% to $208.51</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Communication Services&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>) outperformed, up 1.2%; the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)&nbsp;lagged, down 1.7%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
<ul>
<li>CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) climbed 4% after BTIG analyst Gray Powell upgraded the stock to Buy, setting a price target of $431. The analyst cited expectations of robust revenue growth heading into fiscal 2027. Cybersecurity peer Zscaler Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>) also rose 2.5%.</li>
<li>Cloudflare Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NET#NYSE">NET</a>) rose 2.2% after receiving a double upgrade to Buy from Bank of America Securities, with a price target raised to $160.</li>
<li>United Parcel Service Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) tumbled 4.6%, hitting early-February lows despite a lack of headlines.</li>
<li>AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) rose 2.1% after Goldman Sachs raised the stock price target from $29 to $31. </li>
<li>Gamestop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) is slated to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/03/44466706/gamestop-q4-earnings-preview-will-video-game-retailer-unveil-bitcoin-purchase"> report earnings after the close</a>.</li>
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Wall Street Pauses For A Breather, Miners Rally As Copper Notches All-Time Highs: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

AT&amp;T Inc.'s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) stock could offer "healthy double-digit annualized returns," driven by upside to Street estimates, according to Goldman Sachs.
The AT&amp;T Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5805f8a2846faa000106ab15/james-schneider">Analyst James Schneider</a> maintained a Buy rating and price target of $29.
The AT&amp;T Thesis: The company has a strong position in the current volatile market environment, backed up share gains in the telecom market, lack of direct connection to AI, and defensive business characteristics, Schneider said in the Tuesday note.
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
The analyst cited three key factors supporting his positive outlook:
<ul>
<li>Solid subscriber growth in the wireless market and customers moving up the pricing curve is likely to drive upside to multi-year estimates.</li>
<li>"AT&amp;T is the most aggressive builder of fiber in the United States today, which should drive accelerating broadband revenue growth while the company stems legacy copper losses (DSL/U-verse)," he wrote. Broadband revenue growth is expected to accelerate "notably in 2028 and beyond."</li>
<li>The FCC's efforts to streamline copper decommissioning could expedite the transition from copper to fiber, which is "an incremental positive for AT&amp;T as it could accelerate its ability to execute on its $6 billion cost reductions," Schneider stated.</li>
</ul>
T Price Action: Shares of AT&amp;T were up 1.85% to $27.46 at the time of publication on Tuesday.
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Analyst Color

Reiteration

AT&T Could Deliver 'Healthy Double-Digit Annualized Returns' As Goldman Sachs Highlights 3 Growth Drivers

British multinational telecommunications giant BT Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTGOF#OTC">BTGOF</a>) has reportedly approached AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) and Orange SA (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORANY#OTC">ORANY</a>) about possible partnerships. 
BT has approached major telecommunications companies about potential partnerships to revitalize its international business, Bloomberg reported Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. 
The discussions are still in the early stages, and the sources mentioned there is no certainty that a deal will be reached.
&#8220;We&#8217;re keeping everything open and this means we&#8217;ve been speaking to third parties about a range of possibilities,&#8221; a BT spokesperson said in an email to Bloomberg.
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In its latest <a href="https://www.bt.com/about/investors/financial-reporting-and-news/results-events-and-financial-calendar/fy25#q3-fy25-results" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading update</a> on Jan. 30, BT Group reported steady progress in cost transformation, streamlining operations, and improving efficiency across all divisions. Year-to-date, network energy consumption has decreased by 3%, while the total workforce has declined by 3% year-over-year to 117,000. Additionally, Openreach has reduced repair volumes by 11% this year.
The company said its core UK business revenues remained steady. Additionally, BT secured a £1.3 billion ($163 billion). seven-year contract with the Home Office to continue providing mobile services for the Emergency Services Network.
In the trading update, Chief Executive Allison Kirkby highlighted continued momentum in BT Group&#8217;s transformation strategy, emphasizing strong operational progress across fiber rollout, customer growth, and cost efficiencies.
&#8220;Our ongoing modernization continues at pace, delivering a further step-up in fiber build and take-up, customer satisfaction and EBITDA. Benefits from our cost transformation more than offset lower revenue outside the UK and weak handset sales.&#8221;
&#8220;Consumer returned to service revenue growth and continued to expand its full fiber and 5G customer bases. In Business, our core UK channels were stable. Cost transformation remains firmly on track, with excellent progress on both energy costs and productivity in the quarter,&#8221; added Kirkby.
The company also announced the appointment of Jon James to the Executive Committee as the new CEO of a UK-centric BT Business, effective early March. According to CEO Allison Kirkby, this move allows Bas Burger (CEO of BT Global Services) to concentrate on optimizing the international business segment, which remains on track.
Price Action: T shares are trading 0.52% at $26.91 at Friday&#8217;s last check.
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BTGOF

ORANY

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</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 T, 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 17 uncommon options trades for AT&amp;T.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 47% bullish and 47%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $715,493, and 11 are calls, for a total amount of $520,705.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $13.0 to $32.0 for AT&amp;T during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for AT&amp;T's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across AT&amp;T's significant trades, within a strike price range of $13.0 to $32.0, over the past month.
<h3>AT&amp;T 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742501779_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$270.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$146.5K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td>300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$0.52</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$132.7K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>$0.38</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$117.0K</td>
<td align="right">942</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$0.48</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td align="right">475</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About AT&amp;T</h3>
The wireless business contributes nearly 70% of AT&amp;T's revenue. The firm is the third-largest US wireless carrier, connecting 72 million postpaid and 17 million prepaid phone customers. Fixed-line enterprise services, which account for about 15% of revenue, include internet access, private networking, security, voice, and wholesale network capacity. Residential fixed-line services, about 11% of revenue, primarily consist of broadband internet access, serving 14 million customers. AT&amp;T also has a sizable presence in Mexico, with 23 million customers, but this business only accounts for 4% of revenue. The firm recently agreed to sell its 70% equity stake in satellite television provider DirecTV to its partner, private equity firm TPG.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding AT&amp;T, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of AT&amp;T</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 21,628,421, the price of T is up by 0.19%, reaching $26.89.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 34 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About AT&amp;T</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $28.25.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from RBC Capital keeps a Outperform rating on AT&amp;T with a target price of $28. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Scotiabank persists with their Sector Outperform rating on AT&amp;T, maintaining a target price of $28. 
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Behind the Scenes of AT&T's Latest Options Trends

In the latest quarter, 8 analysts provided ratings for AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving 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">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</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">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">3</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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $27.94, a high estimate of $32.00, and a low estimate of $26.00. Marking an increase of 6.44%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $26.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742410847_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 AT&amp;T. 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>Jonathan Atkin</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$28.50</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Atkin</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laurent Yoon</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Bonner</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Atkin</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$22.00</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 AT&amp;T. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of AT&amp;T compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for AT&amp;T's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into AT&amp;T's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About AT&amp;T</h2>
The wireless business contributes nearly 70% of AT&amp;T's revenue. The firm is the third-largest US wireless carrier, connecting 72 million postpaid and 17 million prepaid phone customers. Fixed-line enterprise services, which account for about 15% of revenue, include internet access, private networking, security, voice, and wholesale network capacity. Residential fixed-line services, about 11% of revenue, primarily consist of broadband internet access, serving 14 million customers. AT&amp;T also has a sizable presence in Mexico, with 23 million customers, but this business only accounts for 4% of revenue. The firm recently agreed to sell its 70% equity stake in satellite television provider DirecTV to its partner, private equity firm TPG.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of AT&amp;T</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, AT&amp;T showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.86% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: AT&amp;T's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.48%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): AT&amp;T's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.9%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): AT&amp;T's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.02%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.35, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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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