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Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been selected by Donald Trump as his pick to lead the Department of<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower"> Health and Human Services (HHS).</a>
Here's a look at Kennedy's wealth and investments.
What Happened: Trump announced many of<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/11/42204590/trump-department-of-homeland-security-pick-kristi-noem-owns-ranch-invests-in-energy-gets-book-royalties"> his likely nominations</a> for roles in his cabinet since winning the 2024 presidential election, with Kennedy one of the more well-known names selected.
Kennedy is known for many things including being an environmental lawyer, having an anti-vaccine stance and belonging to the famous Kennedy political family.
Kennedy is the son of Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of former President John F. Kennedy. The former president was one of the wealthiest of all time adjusted for inflation thanks to his father Joseph Kennedy's banking and investing career.
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Kennedy's Wealth and Investments: An estimate from <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/chasewithorn/2024/11/14/heres-how-much-robert-f-kennedy-jr-is-worth/">Forbes </a>values Kennedy with a wealth of $15 million, which includes his wife Cheryl Hines income from acting. Around $4 million of the wealth is estimated to have been inherited from the Kennedy family.
A 2023 disclosure <a href="https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000018e-66dd-d570-adaf-e6ffcb4a0000">filing </a>listed several sources of income for Kennedy including from his law firm, speaking engagements and consulting fees from a publisher. The biggest income listed was over $5 million from his own law firm made in the year reported on the disclosure.
Kennedy will be paid an annual salary of $246,400 if elected to lead HHS.
The filing showed Hines' investments in several mutual funds and ETFs including:
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<li>Dimensional International Small Cap Value ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DISV#BATS">DISV</a>)</li>
<li>Dimensional International Core Equity 2 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFIC#BATS">DFIC</a>)</li>
<li>Dimensional US Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFAR#NYSE">DFAR</a>)</li>
<li>Dimensional US High Profitability ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUHP#NYSE">DUHP</a>)</li>
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Kennedy has $500,000 in investments managed by Park Financial Holdings, according to Forbes.
Real estate holdings are also listed in the financial disclosures, which add to the wealth of Kennedy and Hines.
The filing also listed that Kennedy and Hines owned between $100,000 and $250,000 in Bitcoin. The filing was from June 2023, which is when Bitcoin traded closer to $30,000 versus a value close to $95,000 today.
Kennedy recently said that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42091664/robert-kennedy-jr-says-most-of-his-wealth-is-in-bitcoin-is-committed-to-the-currency-of-fr">most of his wealth</a> is in Bitcoin, which could suggest that he now owns more Bitcoin than reported last year.
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The 2024 presidential candidate has been a critic of fossil fuels and oil and gas companies over the years.
A report from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/25/rfk-jr-family-trust-oil-gas-00148846" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Politico&nbsp;</a>shared that while Kennedy was openly against the oil and gas industry, he also privately earned &#8220;tens of thousands of dollars from an oil and gas rights leasing company.&#8221;
According to the report, Kennedy&#8217;s financial disclosure form showed earnings from&nbsp;Arctic Royalty Limited Partnership.
Kennedy&#8217;s earnings from Arctic Royalty were $17,759 to $29,257 from Jan. 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, as per the disclosure. The earnings were paid to the family trust owned by Kennedy.
Politico shares that Arctic Royalty Limited Partnership leases land in states to oil and gas companies. Among the companies that have leased land from Arctic Royalty are several companies fined for pollution or infractions previously, including the chemical company involved in the pollution of East Palestine, Ohio, after a train derailed in 2023.
Kennedy told Politico that he sold his stake in Arctic Royalty in December, but did not share proof of the sale.
&#8220;I sold all my stake in this company in December. I still indirectly own a very small interest in Arctic Royalty through my brother David&#8217;s estate. It generates approximately $1,000 per year. I own 1/10 of the estate. Because other family members are also owners, I have no power to sell off this investment,&#8221; Kennedy told Politico.
Kennedy said that Arctic Royalty was an investment made by his grandfather that he inherited.
&#8220;The company does not do any drilling. It owns mineral rights and pays out royalties from companies that are exploiting oil reserves.&#8221;
Kennedy has been active as a voice against pollution and harm to the environment over the years.
The former presidential candidate was also previously critical of President Joe Biden&#8216;s response to the handling of the East Palestine, Ohio, train disaster, saying everybody involved should &#8220;be held accountable, both criminally and civilly.&#8221;
While it&#8217;s not illegal to own stakes in oil and gas royalty companies as a politician, this could be a bad look for a person who is so anti-pollution and against oil and gas companies.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on PDD Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</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 PDD, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 30 uncommon options trades for PDD Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 43% bullish and 43%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $1,355,320, and 21 are calls, for a total amount of $2,753,282.
<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 $85.0 to $200.0 for PDD Holdings 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 PDD Holdings's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across PDD Holdings's significant trades, within a strike price range of $85.0 to $200.0, over the past month.
<h3>PDD Holdings Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732740502_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>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$26.8</td>
<td>$26.75</td>
<td>$26.8</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$471.6K</td>
<td>286</td>
<td>178</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$80.55</td>
<td>$79.15</td>
<td>$80.55</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$402.7K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$364.8K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$360.0K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$11.75</td>
<td>$11.75</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$235.0K</td>
<td>916</td>
<td>600</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About PDD Holdings</h3>
PDD Holdings is a multinational commerce group that owns and operates a portfolio of businesses. PDD aims to bring more businesses and people into the digital economy so that local communities and small businesses can benefit from the increased productivity and new opportunities. PDD has built a network of sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment capabilities that support its underlying businesses.
<h3>Current Position of PDD Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 7,209,250, the price of PDD is up 2.61% at $101.9. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 112 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On PDD Holdings</h3>
Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $145.33333333333334.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has decided to maintain their Buy rating on PDD Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $171. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Benchmark persists with their Buy rating on PDD Holdings, maintaining a target price of $160. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from JP Morgan lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $105.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</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 ZM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Zoom Video Comms.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $54,701, and 6 are calls, for a total amount of $254,240.
<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 $75.0 and $100.0 for Zoom Video Comms, spanning the last three 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 Zoom Video Comms'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 Zoom Video Comms's whale trades within a strike price range from $75.0 to $100.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Zoom Video Comms Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732740497_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>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$2.56</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$92.50</td>
<td>$55.8K</td>
<td>409</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$12.35</td>
<td>$12.35</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$49.4K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$8.45</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$82.50</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>158</td>
<td>54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.45</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$92.50</td>
<td>$41.1K</td>
<td>313</td>
<td>97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$33.1K</td>
<td>944</td>
<td>490</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Zoom Video Comms</h3>
Zoom Video Communications provides a communications platform that connects people through video, voice, chat, and content sharing. The company's cloud-native platform enables face-to-face video and connects users across various devices and locations in a single meeting. Zoom, which was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Jose, California, serves companies of all sizes from all industries around the world.
In light of the recent options history for Zoom Video Comms, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Zoom Video Comms Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,924,357, the price of ZM is up by 2.46%, reaching $85.46.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 89 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Zoom Video Comms</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $93.4.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Benchmark has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Zoom Video Comms, which currently sits at a price target of $97. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Piper Sandler keeps a Neutral rating on Zoom Video Comms with a target price of $89. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Neutral rating on Zoom Video Comms, maintaining a target price of $90. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Zoom Video Comms, which currently sits at a price target of $105. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Zoom Video Comms, targeting a price of $86. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Salesforce.
Looking at options history for Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) we detected 44 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 38% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 31% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 13 are puts, for a total amount of $808,749 and 31, calls, for a total amount of $1,846,726.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $220.0 and $500.0 for Salesforce, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Salesforce stands at 1870.93, with a total volume reaching 23,552.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Salesforce, situated within the strike price corridor from $220.0 to $500.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Salesforce 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732740491_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>CRM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$24.05</td>
<td>$23.45</td>
<td>$23.8</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$249.9K</td>
<td>635</td>
<td>219</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.75</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$242.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>568</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$5.06</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$205.4K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>7.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$16.25</td>
<td>$15.7</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$158.0K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td>480</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$1.63</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$121.6K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
<td>5.7K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Salesforce</h3>
Salesforce provides enterprise cloud computing solutions. The company offers customer relationship management technology that brings companies and customers together. Its Customer 360 platform helps the group to deliver a single source of truth, connecting customer data across systems, apps, and devices to help companies sell, service, market, and conduct commerce. It also offers Service Cloud for customer support, Marketing Cloud for digital marketing campaigns, Commerce Cloud as an e-commerce engine, the Salesforce Platform, which allows enterprises to build applications, and other solutions, such as MuleSoft for data integration.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Salesforce, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Salesforce</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,642,733, the price of CRM is down by -3.78%, reaching $330.21.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 6 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Salesforce</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $409.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Buy rating on Salesforce, maintaining a target price of $400. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Oppenheimer downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $385. 
&#x2A; An analyst from BMO Capital has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Salesforce, which currently sits at a price target of $385. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JMP Securities continues to hold a Market Outperform rating for Salesforce, targeting a price of $450. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Scotiabank lowers its rating to Sector Outperform with a new price target of $425.
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Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) has turned profits as of late, helped in part by its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/05/32641921/uber-ones-farewell-to-flat-5-discounts-offers-cashback-for-other-uber-services">&#8220;Uber One&#8221; subscription.</a> However, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly investigating the company over an alleged breach of consumer protection laws.
What Happened: The FTC opened the investigation earlier this year, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-27/uber-faces-ftc-consumer-protection-probe-over-subscription-plans?sref=TBDibEcD">according</a> to Bloomberg, citing documents it obtained.
The investigation focuses on customer complaints about being enrolled in the Uber One subscription without their consent. Customers have also raised concerns that canceling the subscription is unnecessarily difficult.
Uber One is a $9.99 monthly subscription that provides discounts on rides and Uber Eats.
The regulatory agency has previously pursued cases against Amazon.com Inc, Adobe Inc and others for similar cancelation practices.
The FTC sent a complaint to Uber shortly following Donald Trump&#8216;s election win on Nov. 5 seeking a monetary settlement, Bloomberg reports. Uber rejected the FTC&#8217;s offer, alleging the agency attempted to fast-track a resolution before Trump took office.
In the waning days of the Biden Administration, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41986592/microsoft-cloud-is-reportedly-ftc-lina-khans-next-target-investigation-centered-around-alleged-anticompetitive-behavior">FTC has accelerated</a> several of its investigations.
Why it Matters: The company announced in October that Uber One had over 25 million subscribers. It has also recently expanded to India, <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/uber-india-launches-uber-one-loyalty-programme-subscription-price-benefits-and-more/articleshow/115731693.cms">according</a> to the Times of India.
The ongoing FTC probe is not the first time Uber has caught the attention of regulators.
Uber and the FTC <a href="https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2018/07/ftc-send-refund-checks-uber-drivers-part-ftc-settlement">settled</a> a lawsuit in 2018 over allegations that the San Francisco, California-based company exaggerated driver compensation in advertising. As part of the settlement, Uber refunded an average $222.96 to affected drivers.
In September, Forbes columnist Len Sherman <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/lensherman/2024/09/06/why-the-ftc-needs-to-investigate-ubers-anti-competitive-business-practices/">called</a> for regulators to investigate the company for anti-competitive behavior.
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<a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/update-cyberattacks-targeting-us-wireless-companies">https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/update-cyberattacks-targeting-us-wireless-companies</a>
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Like the entire telecommunications industry, T-Mobile has been closely monitoring ongoing reports about a series of highly coordinated cyberattacks by bad actors known as "Salt Typhoon" that are reported to be linked to Chinese state-sponsored operations. Many reports claim these bad actors have gained access to some providers' customer information over an extended period of time – phone calls, text messages, and other sensitive information, particularly from government officials. This is not the case at T-Mobile. To clear up some misleading media reports, here is what we're currently seeing, much of which we believe is different from what is being seen by other providers.
<ul>
<li>Within the last few weeks, we detected attempts to infiltrate our systems by bad actors. This originated from a wireline provider's network that was connected to ours.</li>
<li>We see no instances of prior attempts like this.</li>
<li>Our defenses protected our sensitive customer information, prevented any disruption of our services, and stopped the attack from advancing. Bad actors had no access to sensitive customer data (including calls, voicemails or texts).</li>
<li>We quickly severed connectivity to the provider's network as we believe it was – and may still be – compromised.</li>
<li>We do not see these or other attackers in our systems at this time.</li>
<li>We cannot definitively identify the attacker's identity, whether Salt Typhoon or another similar group, but we have reported our findings to the government for assessment.</li>
</ul>
Simply put, our defenses worked as designed – from our layered network design to robust monitoring and partnerships with third-party cyber security experts and a prompt response – to prevent the attackers from advancing and, importantly, stopped them from accessing sensitive customer information. Other providers may be seeing different outcomes.
We have shared what we've learned with industry and government leaders as we collectively work to combat these large-scale, sophisticated national threats. Last week, I had the opportunity to join a meeting at the White House with other leaders to discuss how we're mitigating these threats. As we all have a mutual goal to protect American consumers, we felt it was important to communicate more about what we've seen with providers who may still be fighting these adversaries.

News

TMUS

T-Mobile Detected Attempts To Infiltrate Systems By Bad Actors Originating From A Wireline Provider's Network That Was Connected To Theirs; Says Bad Actors Had No Access To Sensitive Customer Data

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</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 SMCI usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 59 extraordinary options activities for Super Micro Computer. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 38% leaning bullish and 55% bearish. Among these notable options, 13 are puts, totaling $996,533, and 46 are calls, amounting to $3,064,136.
<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 $20.0 and $75.0 for Super Micro Computer, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Super Micro Computer stands at 5819.84, with a total volume reaching 63,380.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Super Micro Computer, situated within the strike price corridor from $20.0 to $75.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Super Micro Computer Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739774_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>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$10.8</td>
<td>$10.15</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$522.5K</td>
<td>762</td>
<td>500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.41</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$210.0K</td>
<td>27.7K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.6</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$200.7K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>293</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$199.4K</td>
<td>27.7K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$134.9K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>171</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.
<h3>Where Is Super Micro Computer Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 56,929,073, with SMCI's price up by 2.08%, positioned at $35.15.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 13 days.</li>
</ul>
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A Closer Look at Super Micro Computer's Options Market Dynamics

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Hims &amp; Hers Health (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</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 HIMS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 39 extraordinary options activities for Hims &amp; Hers Health. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 41% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 7 are puts, totaling $267,231, and 32 are calls, amounting to $2,381,538.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $15.0 to $40.0 for Hims &amp; Hers Health over the last 3 months. 
<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 Hims &amp; Hers Health'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 Hims &amp; Hers Health's whale activity within a strike price range from $15.0 to $40.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Hims &amp; Hers Health 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739768_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>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$322.6K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$20.3</td>
<td>$21.02</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$210.2K</td>
<td>393</td>
<td>204</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$7.9</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$154.4K</td>
<td>492</td>
<td>401</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$120.0K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$93.6K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>96</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Hims &amp; Hers Health</h3>
Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc is a multi-specialty telehealth platform that connects consumers to licensed healthcare professionals, enabling them to access high-quality medical care for numerous conditions related to mental health, sexual health, dermatology, primary care, and more.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Hims &amp; Hers Health, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Hims &amp; Hers Health</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 21,362,792, the price of HIMS is down by -0.54%, reaching $30.52.</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 89 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Hims &amp; Hers Health</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $24.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its action to Neutral with a price target of $21. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Canaccord Genuity persists with their Buy rating on Hims &amp; Hers Health, maintaining a target price of $28. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $28. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities has revised its rating downward to Underperform, adjusting the price target to $18. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Hims &amp; Hers Health, which currently sits at a price target of $28. 
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HIMS

Spotlight on Hims & Hers Health: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Datadog.
Looking at options history for Datadog (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DDOG#NASDAQ">DDOG</a>) we detected 11 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 36% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 54% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $900,889 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $822,240.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $115.0 to $195.0 for Datadog over the recent three 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 Datadog'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 Datadog's whale trades within a strike price range from $115.0 to $195.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Datadog Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739762_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>DDOG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.33</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$519.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DDOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$2.58</td>
<td>$2.24</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$434.0K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DDOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$207.0K</td>
<td>463</td>
<td>303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DDOG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$14.65</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$148.0K</td>
<td>81</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DDOG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$14.0</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$116.4K</td>
<td>152</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Datadog</h3>
Datadog is a cloud-native company that focuses on analyzing machine data. The firm's product portfolio, delivered via software as a service, allows a client to monitor and analyze its entire IT infrastructure. Datadog's platform can ingest and analyze large amounts of machine-generated data in real time, allowing clients to utilize it for a variety of applications throughout their businesses.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Datadog, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Datadog Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,784,292, with DDOG's price down by -0.24%, positioned at $154.02.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 76 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Datadog</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 $153.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Datadog, which currently sits at a price target of $157. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Scotiabank persists with their Sector Outperform rating on Datadog, maintaining a target price of $133. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $165. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Datadog, which currently sits at a price target of $165. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Rosenblatt persists with their Buy rating on Datadog, maintaining a target price of $148. 
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DDOG

Looking At Datadog's Recent Unusual Options Activity

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Sets Record Straight on Mischaracterization of AIM's Historical Share Price
Reminds AIM Shareholders of Activist Group's Numerous Lies, Omissions and Misrepresentations in Multi-Year Effort to Take Control of the Board
Urges Shareholders to Safeguard AIM by Voting "FOR" ALL Four of the Board's Incumbent Candidates and Discarding Any Proxy Materials Received from the Activist Group
AIM ImmunoTech Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIM#NYSE">AIM</a>) ("AIM" or the "Company") today issued the following statement refuting the false and misleading claims recently made by a group of activist investors (collectively, the "Activist Group") relating to their multi-year attempt to take over AIM's Board of Directors (the "Board") at the upcoming 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the "Annual Meeting"), presently scheduled for December 17, 2024.
Since 2016, the Board and management team have worked to overcome multiple obstacles, refocus the Company's clinical development programs to high-value indications, improve its financial condition and lay the foundation for long-term shareholder value creation. To be clear, the Board and management are unhappy with the Company's stock price performance – but they are doing everything possible to continue the significant momentum with Ampligen – which is ultimately what will create long-term value for all shareholders.

Management

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Having $1 million in the bank <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42173927/how-rich-are-you-find-out-whether-you-rank-as-upper-middle-or-lower-class-based-on-income-and-other-factors">would make someone feel rich</a>. But in America today, nearly 70% of millionaires don't consider themselves wealthy, according to a 2024 Northwestern Mutual research study. That's right – 70%. What's behind this surprising self-perception? It turns out that it's not just about how much money they have but how they measure up in a world where the definition of "wealthy" keeps shifting.
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Wealth Isn't What It Used to Be
A million dollars once felt like an untouchable milestone. Many millionaires say it's not enough to feel "rich." According to a Charles Schwab survey, Americans believe it takes $2.5 million in net worth to be considered wealthy – up from $2.2 million just two years ago in 2022. Even financial security feels out of reach for some, with the average person saying they'd need $778,000 just to feel comfortable.
Why? It's partly because wealth is relative. The value of a dollar depends on where you live and how much your neighbors earn. A seven-figure net worth may sound impressive, but in cities like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/41953504/can-you-guess-which-state-has-the-highest-concentration-of-millionaire-households-heres-a-hint-its-not-new-york-or-california">San Francisco or New York</a>, owning a home, covering child care and keeping up with rising living costs can be a struggle.
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This comes at a time when Americans are wealthier than ever. In fact, there are more millionaires in the U.S. today than at any point in history. Recent data shows that household net worth across the country has surpassed $160 trillion, while the number of individuals with a liquid net worth of $1 million or more has hit a record high.&nbsp;
The Trap of Lifestyle Creep
Another factor is what financial planners call "lifestyle creep." As people make more money, their expenses tend to rise just as quickly. Millionaires aren't immune to this. Earning more often leads to spending more – on bigger homes, luxury cars and private schools. Eric Roberge, a certified financial planner, explains to Investopedia that it still feels tight whether they're making $50,000 or $500,000. "The expenses are still there. They're just bigger," he added.
This pattern makes it tough to feel wealthy, even when the income looks substantial. The margin between what they earn and spend can feel precariously thin for many.
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Retirement Worries Are Universal
It's easy to assume that millionaires would feel more secure about retirement and in some ways, they do. The survey found nearly 87% of high-net-worth individuals feel prepared for retirement, compared to just 54% of the general population. But that doesn't mean they're worry-free. Concerns about taxes, health care costs and outliving their savings keep even the wealthiest up at night.
The tax burden, in particular, is a major issue. With most retirement accounts taxed upon withdrawal, even millionaires worry about how much of their savings will be left after Uncle Sam takes his cut.
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Financial Discipline Over Flash
Interestingly, despite not feeling rich, millionaires tend to be more disciplined with their money than average people. About 78% of millionaires identify as "disciplined financial planners," compared to 45% of the general population. Many work closely with financial advisors, with 69% enlisting professional help versus only 33% of non-millionaires.
This focus on planning, rather than feeling wealthy highlights a key mindset among millionaires. They prioritize protecting and growing their assets over indulging in the trappings of wealth.
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The Self-Made Majority
Here's another surprising twist: most millionaires are self-made. The study found that nearly 80% of millionaires earned wealth through hard work and smart financial decisions. Only 11% inherited their money and just 6% came into it through a windfall like winning the lottery.
This self-made status contributes to their cautious mindset. They've built their fortunes, often through years of saving and investing and they're acutely aware of how easily it could all disappear.
Rethinking ‘Rich'
Next time you hear someone say, "A million dollars isn't what it used to be," know they're probably right. In today's world, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41499567/do-you-know-what-you-need-to-be-rich-heres-what-people-think-you-need-vs-what-data-says-actually">being rich</a> is about much more than the numbers in your bank account – it's about how those numbers stack up to the life you're trying to live.
If you want to feel more secure about your financial future – no matter your income – <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/can-you-guess-how-many-americans-successfully-retire-with-1-million-saved">consulting a financial advisor</a> can be a smart move to build a plan that works for you.
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Personal Finance

70% Of Millionaires Don't Think They're Rich – Even Though People Are Wealthier Than Ever, They Don't Feel It

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Booking Holdings.
Looking at options history for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>) we detected 34 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 32% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 44% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $298,400 and 29, calls, for a total amount of $3,095,714.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $3800.0 and $7500.0 for Booking Holdings, spanning the last 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 Booking Holdings's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Booking Holdings's significant trades, within a strike price range of $3800.0 to $7500.0, over the past month.
<h3>Booking Holdings Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739064_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$565.5</td>
<td>$555.3</td>
<td>$565.5</td>
<td>$4900.00</td>
<td>$791.7K</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$570.5</td>
<td>$559.0</td>
<td>$559.0</td>
<td>$4900.00</td>
<td>$279.5K</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$557.9</td>
<td>$547.9</td>
<td>$557.9</td>
<td>$4900.00</td>
<td>$278.9K</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$567.9</td>
<td>$547.9</td>
<td>$558.0</td>
<td>$4900.00</td>
<td>$223.2K</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1466.0</td>
<td>$1456.1</td>
<td>$1466.0</td>
<td>$3800.00</td>
<td>$146.6K</td>
<td align="right">52</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Booking Holdings</h3>
Booking is the world's largest online travel agency by sales, offering booking and payment services for hotel and alternative accommodation rooms, airline tickets, rental cars, restaurant reservations, cruises, experiences, and other vacation packages. The company operates several branded travel booking sites, including Booking.com, Agoda, OpenTable, and Rentalcars.com, and has expanded into travel media with the acquisitions of Kayak and Momondo. Transaction fees for online bookings account for the bulk of revenue and profits.
<h3>Where Is Booking Holdings Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 82,428, the price of BKNG is down -0.01% at $5214.28. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 85 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Booking Holdings</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $5221.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Hold rating on Booking Holdings with a target price of $4700. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from RBC Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Booking Holdings with a target price of $5250. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from BMO Capital continues to hold a Outperform rating for Booking Holdings, targeting a price of $5155. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Booking Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $5400. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Tigress Financial continues to hold a Strong Buy rating for Booking Holdings, targeting a price of $5600. 
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BKNG

A Closer Look at Booking Holdings's Options Market Dynamics

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</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 PLTR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 27 extraordinary options activities for Palantir Technologies. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 55% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $394,321, and 21 are calls, amounting to $1,134,569.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $25.0 to $75.0 for Palantir Technologies over the last 3 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 Palantir Technologies's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Palantir Technologies's significant trades, within a strike price range of $25.0 to $75.0, over the past month.
<h3>Palantir Technologies 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739059_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$269.3K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td align="right">18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$10.15</td>
<td>$10.05</td>
<td>$10.11</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$101.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">176</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$76.1K</td>
<td>12.3K</td>
<td align="right">919</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$74.9K</td>
<td>19.4K</td>
<td align="right">313</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$16.5</td>
<td>$16.3</td>
<td>$16.3</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$73.3K</td>
<td>249</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Palantir Technologies</h3>
Palantir is an analytical software company that focuses on leveraging data to create efficiencies in its clients' organizations. The firm serves commercial and government clients via its Foundry and Gotham platforms, respectively. The Denver-based company was founded in 2003 and went public in 2020.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Palantir Technologies, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Palantir Technologies Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 43,863,013, the price of PLTR is up 0.11% at $65.81. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 68 days.</li>
</ul>
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PLTR

Check Out What Whales Are Doing With PLTR

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Roblox.
Looking at options history for Roblox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 75% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $53,900 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $312,515.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $40.0 to $55.0 for Roblox over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Roblox's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Roblox's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $40.0 to $55.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Roblox Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732739053_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>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>$2.86</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$118.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">470</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$60.0K</td>
<td>420</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.13</td>
<td>$1.08</td>
<td>$1.13</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$45.1K</td>
<td>18.4K</td>
<td align="right">689</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$32.0K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td align="right">181</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.12</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$28.7K</td>
<td>585</td>
<td align="right">298</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Roblox</h3>
Roblox operates an online video game platform with 80 million daily active users that lets young gamers create, develop, and monetize games (or "experiences") for other players. The firm offers its developers a hybrid of a game engine, publishing platform, online hosting and services, marketplace with payment processing, and social network. The platform is a closed garden that Roblox controls, earning $3.5 billion in bookings in 2023 through in-game purchases and advertising while benefiting from outsourced game development. Unlike traditional video game publishers, Roblox is more focused on the creation of new tools and monetization techniques for its developers than creating new games or franchises.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Roblox, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Roblox</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 4,074,456, the price of RBLX is down -0.12% at $49.0. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 70 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Roblox</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $60.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Overweight rating for Roblox, targeting a price of $65. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Roblox, maintaining a target price of $50. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Raymond James downgraded its rating to Strong Buy, setting a price target of $60. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley upgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $65. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity keeps a Buy rating on Roblox with a target price of $60. 
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RBLX

What the Options Market Tells Us About Roblox

Economist and trader Alex Krüger on Wednesday shared his prediction of potential stages for the remainder of the bull market, anticipating Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) to lead the way for<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction"> a broader market rally.</a>
What Happened: In a <a href="https://x.com/krugermacro/status/1860543189939290227">post</a> on X, shared seven potential stages, based on patterns observed in 2021 and 2024. 
Bitcoin rallies in Stage 1, sparking a broader market uptrend, leading meme coins to join in stage 2.
In stage 3, altcoins join the rally, followed by an initial correction or &#8220;flush,&#8221; which the analyst foresees at Bitcoin prices of around $110,000 to $120,000. 
Stage 4 sees the &#8220;mania&#8221; continue into Christmas or the inauguration. 
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A secondary, less intense rally in stage 5 would extend into February or early March before a substantial market correction in stage 6, potentially triggered by tax-related profit-taking in March. 
Krüger highlights March as a critical month due to tax season pressures in the U.S., which historically prompts profit-taking.
He advises traders to front-run this trend by taking profits in February to mitigate potential losses during the correction phase. 
Stage 7 would conclude with a smaller, &#8220;less manic&#8221; recovery.
The trader noted the self-reinforcing nature of crypto market patterns, where herd behavior amplifies both rallies and corrections. 
Traders&#8217; historical pain from past losses often drives their decision-making, creating predictable cycles, such as the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41124852/bitcoin-halving-cycle-signals-potential-2024-rally-canaccord-analysts-predict">Bitcoin halving cycle.</a>
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Shares of software companies are trading lower possibly amid overall market weakness. Multiple software stocks fell after Q3 financial results.

In the current session, the stock is trading at $18.24, after a 0.55% spike. Over the past month, Huntington Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>) stock increased by 14.71%, and in the past year, by 60.35%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732737613_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>A Look at Huntington Bancshares P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 19.3 in the Banks industry, Huntington Bancshares Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 17.61. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

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

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Dick&#8217;s Sporting Goods Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKS#NYSE">DKS</a>) shares are trading higher Wednesday following several analyst updates. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DKS/news">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Analysts notes are rolling in after Dick's Sporting Goods reported third-quarter financial results on Tuesday. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $2.75 for the third quarter, surpassing the analyst consensus of $2.68. Revenue for the quarter climbed 0.5% year-over-year to $3.06 billion, beating expectations of $3.03 billion, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Dick&#8217;s also raised its full-year 2024 earnings outlook to a new range of $13.65 to $13.95 per share, up from a range of $13.55 to $13.90 per share. Current estimates are calling for full-year earnings of $13.88 per share. Net sales are now projected at $13.2 billion to $13.3 billion, compared to the prior range of $13.1 billion to $13.2 billion.
Multiple analyst firms weighed in on the company&#8217;s quarterly results following the print, which appears to be adding to the momentum in the name this week.
<ul>
<li>UBS upgraded the stock to Buy and increased its price target to $260.</li>
<li>Loop Capital maintained a Hold rating and raised its price target from $220 to $225.</li>
<li>Truist Securities reiterated a Buy rating and slightly raised its price target from $256 to $258.</li>
<li>JPMorgan maintained a Neutral rating and increased its price target from $215 from $230.</li>
</ul>
In a note to clients, JPMorgan analyst Christopher Horvers highlighted Dick&#8217;s solid execution and strategic investments, including elevated store concepts like House of Sport and Field House. However, the analyst flagged risks from elevated inventory levels, which rose 13.5% year-over-year, primarily in footwear and fleece.
Horvers also pointed to Dick's broader strategy of differentiating itself through premium merchandise and omnichannel advancements. While the company continues to expand its market share, JPMorgan expects more modest margin improvements as expenses rise, including rent and SG&amp;A costs.
Telsey analyst Joseph Feldman also noted Dick's strong market position, premium product offerings and momentum from brand partnerships with names like Hoka, On and Nike.
&#8220;These brands, together with its private label portfolio (~13% of sales), have allowed the company to bridge the gap between performance and lifestyle. Dick&#8217;s also continues to elevate and modernize its omnichannel capabilities and roll out new and exciting store concepts, like House of Sport and Field House, making it the go-to destination for all things athletic,&#8221; Feldman said.
What Else: 
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<li>Store Expansion: Dick&#8217;s opened three House of Sport stores in the third quarter, bringing the total to 19, with plans for 15 more in 2025. The company also launched five new Field House stores and is phasing out its Warehouse Clearance concept in favor of Going, Going, Gone! locations.</li>
<li>GameChanger Growth: The company's SaaS-based GameChanger platform saw 21% growth in unique users year-over-year, contributing to a projected $100 million in 2024 sales.</li>
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DKS Price Action: Dick&#8217;s Sporting goods shares were up by 0.96% at $214.25 at the time of writing, according to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard"> Benzinga Pro.</a>
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One year after placing a record-shattering $52 billion order, Emirates Airlines voiced frustration with Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) over delays in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/aviation">aircraft deliveries</a>.
"We're a frustrated entity because we need airplanes, and we need them now," Emirates President Sir Tim Clark <a href="https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/2024/11/27/emirates-frustrated-with-boeing-as-777x-delays-slow-growth/">told </a>BNN Bloomberg, extending his criticism to Airbus. He blamed both plane makers for being late and providing aircraft that didn't meet his specifications.
Boeing did not immediately respond to Benzinga&#8217;s request for comment.
Clark, who announced the deal at the 2023 Dubai Air Show, expressed uncertainty about when the first 205 Boeing 777X aircraft will finally enter service, as this flagship model is currently five years behind schedule.
Boeing's operational challenges have increased over the years, drawing significant attention after a door plug blew out on an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX flight in January.
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Eventually, the company appointed Kelly Ortberg as CEO in August, following his tenure as the leader of Collins Aerospace. Since taking the helm, Ortberg has focused on resolving production bottlenecks, dedicating substantial time to Seattle's manufacturing facilities.
However, a seven-week strike involving 33,000 workers halted most jet production, reducing September deliveries to just 27 737 MAX aircraft, far below the 38 allowed by regulators.
Although management has reached a strike-ending deal, the union failed to reach one of its main goals—the reinstatement of a traditional pension plan that was frozen a year ago. Per HR Brew's <a href="https://www.hr-brew.com/stories/2024/11/01/boeing-and-union-leadership-reach-a-deal-to-end-the-strike-but-will-the-lack-of-a-traditional-pension-kill-it">report</a>, analysts estimated such a deal could cost Boeing over $1.6 billion annually—a sum that the company with negative shareholder equity and over $57 billion in debt cannot afford.
In fact, Boeing still needs to undergo a significant overhaul. To manage financial strain and improve operational efficiency, it will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/11/42052735/boeing-to-lay-off-over-2500-workers-in-the-us-amid-global-workforce-reduction">cut its global workforce by 10%</a>, totaling 17,000 jobs, including 2,500 in the U.S.
Despite the setbacks, Clark remains cautiously optimistic about Boeing's turnaround under Ortberg&#8217;s leadership, though he stressed the need for visible improvement soon. The delays have forced Emirates to invest $4 billion to upgrade its current fleet of A380s and older 777 jets, bridging the gap until new aircraft arrive.
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