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Shares of US-listed Argentine stocks are trading higher on continued strength after the nation received a credit upgrade from Fitch over the weekend.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) could more than <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41984505/bitcoin-to-peak-at-180000-says-vanecks-head-of-digital-assets-research">double its price in the near future</a>, according to a prediction from BCA Research. 
What Happened: The firm forecasts that the cryptocurrency may exceed $200,000, supported by its analysis of Bitcoin's 260-day fractal dimension complexity—a metric that evaluates patterns in price changes over a specific time frame, Coindesk <a href="https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/11/18/bitcoin-near-a-record-high-might-be-just-half-the-journey-as-bca-research-signals-200k/?utm_term=organic&amp;utm_content=editorial&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=coindesk_main&amp;utm_medium=social">reported</a>.
This metric, which evaluates price patterns, suggests a significant upside if it falls below the critical 1.20 threshold. 
"Bitcoin's structural uptrend is intact with an ultimate destination of $200,000+," noted Dhaval Joshi, BCA's Chief Strategist, in a Nov. 14 note.
QCP Capital on Monday highlighted the robustness of Bitcoin's rally while acknowledging market dynamics and risks.
"We believe the underlying strength in BTC represents a systematic shift in the market in anticipation of Trump's return to office," the firm stated, referencing potential policies such as a strategic Bitcoin reserve. 
However, QCP warned that market players are increasingly selling calls and buying puts to hedge against potential downside, signaling caution amid the optimism.
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Retail activity is surging alongside Bitcoin's institutional appeal. 
In a note sent to Benzinga, 10x Research stated that Google searches for "Meme Coins" have reached a record high, surpassing levels from March 2024. 
Altcoin search trends are also climbing, with a recent score of 70—the highest since 2021.
&#8220;The market&#8217;s pace is outstripping the speed of reporting,&#8221; 10x noted, emphasizing the rapid shift in retail behavior post-election. 
The surge in stablecoin minting, with $9.1 billion entering crypto markets since the U.S. election, further highlights the wave of capital seeking allocation in digital assets.
Altcoins such as Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>) and Ripple (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) have also seen significant momentum. Solana recently hit a six-month high, with analysts projecting further gains of up to 85% in the next two months. 
Ripple's XRP doubled in value following a breakout from extended consolidation, demonstrating the potential for large-cap cryptocurrencies to deliver rapid returns.
What&#8217;s Next: These developments will take center stage at Benzinga's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/">Future of Digital Assets</a> event on Nov. 19.
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In a key regulatory milestone, Ispire Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISPR#NASDAQ">ISPR</a>), a leading company in design, development and commercialization of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/vaping">vaping products</a>, and its joint venture with IKE Tech LLC have made strides towards a Pre-Market Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) for novel Identity and Age Verification (IAV) technology. During a successful meeting with the FDA's Center for Tobacco Products, IKE Tech gained approval to proceed with its component PMTA submission, aimed at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/04/31783619/youth-vaping-epidemic-juul-agrees-to-pay-462m-in-largest-multistate-settlement-for-addiction">limiting youth access</a> to electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) while expanding options for adult users.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Pioneering Age Verification To Prevent Underage Access</h3>
IKE Tech's advanced age-gating solution utilizes cutting-edge technology, including blockchain integration, to verify users at the point of purchase. Designed to be compatible across various ENDS devices, this plug-and-play component offers manufacturers a pathway to comply with regulatory standards and introduce new flavored products without risking underage access.
"Our commitment to harm reduction through innovation and our collaborative efforts with regulators are central to Ispire's mission," said Michael Wang, co-CEO of Ispire. "This technology aims to responsibly support adult consumer choice while significantly reducing youth access."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">FDA Priority Review And Industry Implications</h3>
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/food-and-drug-administration">FDA</a> has indicated willingness to prioritize the review of IKE Tech's component PMTA, signaling strong regulatory alignment. By filing a Tobacco Product Master File, IKE Tech plans to offer its technology to ENDS device manufacturers as a universal age verification solution, setting a new standard for the vaping industry.
IKE Tech expects to complete the necessary studies for its PMTA submission, including the Identity and Age Verification component, by the first quarter of 2025. If successful, this technology could help ENDS manufacturers introduce new characterizing flavors, appealing to adult users while maintaining stringent age controls.
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The Game Awards have updated eligibility criteria to include expansion packs, downloadable content (DLC), remakes, and remasters for consideration in all categories — including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming">Game of the Year. </a>
&#8220;The Game Awards aims to recognise the best creative and technical work each year, irrespective of the format of that content's release,&#8221; the event's FAQ <a href="https://thegameawards.com/faq">page</a> now reads. &#8220;Expansion packs, new game seasons, DLCs, remakes and remasters are eligible in all categories, if the jury deems the new creative and technical work to be worthy of a nomination.&#8221;
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Along with this rule change, the nominees for the 2024 show have been announced.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New Criteria For Nominations</h3>
The new criteria will allow for games like Konami Group ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KONMY#OTC">KONMY</a>) Silent Hill 2 Remake or Bandai Namco Holdings ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCBDY#OTC">NCBDY</a>) Elden Ring's The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC to be eligible for awards. Elden Ring won Game of the Year at The Game Awards in 2022, making it a potential contender again, depending on the reception of its expansion.
This rule change comes as The Game Awards continues to see growing viewership. Last year, the event reached 118 million livestreams, up from 103 million in 2022, showing a steady increase in global interest. Baldur's Gate 3 won Game of the Year in 2023, while Alan Wake 2 earned several awards.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Game Awards 2024: Full List Of Nominees Revealed</h3>
The Game Awards 2024 unveiled its nominees in a <a href="https://thegameawards.com/nominees">livestream</a>. With no clear frontrunner for Game of the Year (GOTY), this year's lineup has brought some surprises. 
The ceremony, set for Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. EST, will recognize outstanding achievements in creativity and technical excellence across multiple categories. Here's a complete breakdown of the nominees.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Game Of The Year</h3>
Awarded to a title delivering the best experience across all creative and technical fields.
<ul>
<li>Astro Bot</li>
<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio</li>
<li>Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</li>
<li>Balatro</li>
<li>Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree</li>
<li>Black Myth: Wukong</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Game Direction</h3>
Honoring outstanding creative vision and innovation in game direction and design.
<ul>
<li>Astro Bot</li>
<li>Balatro</li>
<li>Black Myth: Wukong</li>
<li>Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree</li>
<li>Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</li>
<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Ongoing Game</h3>
Recognizing games that continue to provide evolving experiences.
<ul>
<li>Destiny 2</li>
<li>Diablo 4</li>
<li>Final Fantasy 14</li>
<li>Fortnite</li>
<li>Helldivers 2</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Art Direction</h3>
Celebrating artistic design and animation.
<ul>
<li>Astro Bot</li>
<li>Black Myth: Wukong</li>
<li>Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree</li>
<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio</li>
<li>Neva</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Mobile Game</h3>
Honoring the best experience on a mobile device.
<ul>
<li>AFK Journey</li>
<li>Balatro</li>
<li>Wuthering Waves</li>
<li>Zenless Zone Zero</li>
<li>Pokémon TCG Pocket</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Performance</h3>
Awarded to an individual for voice-over, motion, and/or performance capture.
<ul>
<li>Briana White (Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth)</li>
<li>Hannah Telle (Life is Strange: Double Exposure)</li>
<li>Humberly Gonzalez (Star Wars Outlaws)</li>
<li>Luke Roberts (Silent Hill 2)</li>
<li>Melina Juergens (Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2)</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Score &amp; Music</h3>
Recognizing exceptional music, original or licensed.
<ul>
<li>Astro Bot</li>
<li>Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</li>
<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio</li>
<li>Silent Hill 2</li>
<li>Stellar Blade</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Adaptation</h3>
Honoring outstanding adaptation of video games into other media.
<ul>
<li>Arcane</li>
<li>Fallout</li>
<li>Knuckles</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Yakuza</li>
<li>Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Multiplayer</h3>
For outstanding online multiplayer design and experience.
<ul>
<li>Call of Duty: Black Ops 6</li>
<li>Helldivers 2</li>
<li>Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2</li>
<li>Super Mario Party Jamboree</li>
<li>Tekken 8</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Independent Game</h3>
Recognizing creative and technical achievement by independent developers.
<ul>
<li>Animal Well</li>
<li>Balatro</li>
<li>Lorelei and the Laser Eyes</li>
<li>Neva</li>
<li>UFO 50</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Most Anticipated Game</h3>
For the game expected to deliver the most excitement in the coming year.
<ul>
<li>Death Stranding 2: On the Beach</li>
<li>Ghost of Yotei</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto 6</li>
<li>Metroid Prime 4: Beyond</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Wilds</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Role-Playing Game</h3>
Recognizing exceptional RPG design and storytelling.
<ul>
<li>Dragon's Dogma 2</li>
<li>Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree</li>
<li>Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth</li>
<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Content Creator Of The Year</h3>
Celebrating individuals who made a significant impact on the gaming community.
<ul>
<li>CaseOh</li>
<li>Illojuan</li>
<li>Techno Gamers</li>
<li>TypicalGamer</li>
<li>Usada Pekora</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Action/Adventure</h3>
For outstanding action-adventure gameplay and narrative.
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<li>Astro Bot</li>
<li>Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown</li>
<li>Silent Hill 2</li>
<li>Star Wars Outlaws</li>
<li>The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Best Action</h3>
For games focusing on combat and high-energy action sequences.
<ul>
<li>Black Myth: Wukong</li>
<li>Call of Duty: Black Ops 6</li>
<li>Helldivers 2</li>
<li>Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2</li>
</ul>
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CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>) shares are trading higher Monday after the company announced the addition of four new directors to its board. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CVS/news">you need to know.</a>
What To Know: CVS Health has appointed four new members to its board including Larry Robbins, Leslie Norwalk, Guy Sansone and Doug Shulman. The appointments come as a result of discussions with activist investor Glenview Capital Management, a major stakeholder.
The new board members bring varied expertise. Norwalk will join the Health Services Committee, Sansone will join the Audit Committee and Shulman will join the Management Planning and Development Committee. Robbins, who is the CEO of Glenview, will also join the board. 
CVS Health&#8217;s board now consists of 16 members in total. CVS Health said the appointments are aimed at improving financial and operational performance and driving long-term value.
&#8220;Adding four experienced thought leaders to our Board further sharpens our focus on executing against our strategy to build a world of health around every consumer, as we improve total cost of care and customer experience in health care,&#8221; said&nbsp;David Joyner, president and CEO of CVS Health. 
In connection with the appointments, CVS Health and Glenview entered into a confidentiality agreement with customary provisions regarding confidentiality, standstill arrangements and other related matters. The details of this agreement are expected to be filed in a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
&#8220;We welcome the opportunity to join the Board, roll up our sleeves and lock arms with the Board and leadership team to drive long-term, sustainable value through continued customer-centric offerings, commitment to compliance and quality, disciplined underwriting and risk management, aligned incentives, and optimal capital allocation,&#8221; Robbins said.
&#8220;We appreciate the Board engaging with us on a cooperative basis that allows all energies to be productively dedicated towards further strengthening this iconic company.&#8221;
Following the board changes, Wells Fargo analyst Stephen Baxter upgraded CVS Health from Equal-Weight to Overweight, and adjusted the price target from $60 to $66.
CVS Price Action: CVS Health shares were up 5.55% at $56.13 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on Pinterest (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in PINS often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 17 options trades for Pinterest. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 64% bullish and 35% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $89,960, and 16 calls, totaling $1,676,310.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $15.0 to $40.0 for Pinterest during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Pinterest'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 Pinterest's whale activity within a strike price range from $15.0 to $40.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Pinterest Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731958230_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<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>
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<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$384.2K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$1.26</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$302.7K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>9.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$234.2K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$1.04</td>
<td>$1.08</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$108.0K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$107.8K</td>
<td>169</td>
<td>281</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Pinterest</h3>
Pinterest is an online product and idea discovery platform that helps users gather ideas on everything from cooking recipes to travel destinations. Founded in 2010, the platform consists of a largely female audience, which accounts for roughly two thirds of its nearly 500 million monthly active users. The company generates revenue by selling digital ads and is now rolling out more in-platform e-commerce features. About 20% of users reside in the US and Canada, but the region accounted for about 80% of revenue in 2023.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Pinterest, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Pinterest's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 5,139,662, the price of PINS is up 2.27% at $28.88. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 80 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Pinterest</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 $37.2.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Raymond James continues to hold a Outperform rating for Pinterest, targeting a price of $34. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on Pinterest, maintaining a target price of $35. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wedbush continues to hold a Neutral rating for Pinterest, targeting a price of $38. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Roth MKM has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Pinterest, which currently sits at a price target of $33. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Rosenblatt continues to hold a Buy rating for Pinterest, targeting a price of $46. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Pinterest options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Lowe's Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions 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 LOW, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 23 options trades for Lowe's Companies.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 34% bullish and 43%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $63,142, and 22, calls, for a total amount of $1,189,953.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $150.0 and $320.0 for Lowe's Companies, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Lowe's Companies's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lowe's Companies's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $150.0 to $320.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lowe's Companies 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731958224_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$97.65</td>
<td>$93.6</td>
<td>$95.05</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$114.1K</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$95.0</td>
<td>$91.8</td>
<td>$93.36</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$93.3K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$93.4</td>
<td>$91.85</td>
<td>$93.4</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$84.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">22</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$127.45</td>
<td>$127.3</td>
<td>$127.45</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$63.7K</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$130.0</td>
<td>$127.3</td>
<td>$127.37</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$63.6K</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lowe's Companies</h3>
Lowe's is the second-largest home improvement retailer in the world, operating more than 1,700 stores in the United States, after the 2023 divestiture of its Canadian locations (RONA, Lowe's Canada, Réno-Dépôt, and Dick's Lumber). The firm's stores offer products and services for home decorating, maintenance, repair, and remodeling, with maintenance and repair accounting for two thirds of products sold. Lowe's targets retail do-it-yourself (around 75% of sales) and do-it-for-me customers as well as commercial and professional business clients (around 25% of sales). We estimate Lowe's captures a high-single-digit share of the domestic home improvement market, based on US Census data and management's market size estimates.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Lowe's Companies, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Lowe's Companies Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,442,989, the price of LOW is up 0.69% at $271.26. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 1 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lowe's Companies</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 $291.4.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Lowe's Companies, which currently sits at a price target of $295. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group upgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $305. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Hold rating on Lowe's Companies, maintaining a target price of $260. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Buy rating on Lowe's Companies with a target price of $307. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Hold rating on Lowe's Companies, maintaining a target price of $290. 
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This Is What Whales Are Betting On Lowe's Companies

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Palo Alto Networks.
Looking at options history for Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>) we detected 53 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 45% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 41% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 12 are puts, for a total amount of $838,975 and 41, calls, for a total amount of $3,243,541.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $250.0 and $480.0 for Palo Alto Networks, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Palo Alto Networks stands at 501.97, with a total volume reaching 4,697.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Palo Alto Networks, situated within the strike price corridor from $250.0 to $480.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Palo Alto Networks 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731958218_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$49.5</td>
<td>$48.8</td>
<td>$48.8</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$468.4K</td>
<td align="right">353</td>
<td align="right">96</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$307.5K</td>
<td align="right">530</td>
<td align="right">331</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$242.4K</td>
<td align="right">530</td>
<td align="right">692</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$16.1</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$15.7</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$230.8K</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
<td align="right">317</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$18.95</td>
<td>$18.95</td>
<td>$18.95</td>
<td>$392.50</td>
<td>$161.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">185</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Palo Alto Networks</h3>
Palo Alto Networks is a platform-based cybersecurity vendor with product offerings covering network security, cloud security, and security operations. The California-based firm has more than 80,000 enterprise customers across the world, including more than three fourths of the Global 2000.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Palo Alto Networks, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Palo Alto Networks</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,180,545, the price of PANW is down -0.14% at $386.46. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 2 days.</li>
</ul>
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PANW

Looking At Palo Alto Networks's Recent Unusual Options Activity

Raoul Pal, CEO of Real Vision, expressed an optimistic outlook for the crypto market, predicting a &#8220;banana zone&#8221; liquidity surge that will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41297376/bitcoin-will-hit-250k-raoul-pal-says-why-the-gurus-top-5-crypto-predictions-matter-if-your#:~:text=Speaking%20to%20crypto%20trader%20Scott,could%20see%20a%20robust%20upswing.">drive prices higher</a>.
What Happened: In an appearance on the &#8216;When Shift Happens&#8217; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1PtlOd3pbw&amp;ab_channel=RaoulPalTheJourneyMan">podcast</a>, Pal, who will be a headline speaker at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Future of Digital Assets</a> event on Nov. 19, outlined his strategy, focusing on leading cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) and Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>), while also highlighting his bullish stance on Sui (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">SUI</a>). 
He foresees a liquidity surge in the market, which he believes will drive cryptocurrency prices higher.
He emphasized that meme coins will dominate this cycle, allocating 10% of his portfolio to this sector. Pal specifically mentioned Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) and a new entrant, Smoking Chicken Fish, as his key picks. 
He noted, Dogecoin's chart is fascinating—every four years, it forms a massive wedge, stays quiet, and then suddenly explodes: &#8220;Dogecoin does nothing, does nothing and then explodes.&#8221;
Despite recognizing the risks, Pal views the meme coin trend as a sign of the &#8220;tokenization of culture and communities&#8221; that could instigate larger developments in the crypto sector. 
He emphasized the need for risk management when investing in this volatile sector.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42033429/exclusive-binance-ceo-richard-teng-says-2025-will-outshine-2024-for-crypto">EXCLUSIVE: Binance CEO Richard Teng Says 2025 Will Outshine 2024 For Crypto</a>
Why It Matters: Pal expressed his belief that the Banana Zone and cryptocurrencies offer a way out for average individuals, especially younger generations who struggle to afford housing on an average salary. 
He emphasized that the crypto asset class provides a significant opportunity for these individuals.
In November 2024, Pal predicted that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41927598/raoul-pal-predicted-bitcoin-to-hit-250-000-but-he-thinks-ethereum-could-outperform-under-d">Bitcoin could reach $250,000</a>, but also suggested that Ethereum could outperform under Donald Trump&#8217;s administration. 
His latest remarks indicate his continued confidence in the potential of cryptocurrencies, despite recent market stagnation.
What&#8217;s Next: The influence of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin as an institutional asset class</a>&nbsp;is expected to be thoroughly explored at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Future of Digital Assets</a>&nbsp;event on Nov. 19.
Read Next:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42038909/bitcoin-to-100000-seems-around-the-corner-bulls-are-on-the-right-side-of-historybernstein">Bitcoin To $100,000 &#8216;Seems Around The Corner,&#8217; Bulls Are &#8216;On The Right Side Of History&#8217;—Bernstein</a></li>
</ul>
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$DOGE

$ETH

$SUI

Raoul Pal Bullish On Solana And Memes: 'Dogecoin Does Nothing, Does Nothing And Then Explodes'

Good Morning Traders! In today&#39;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#39;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#39;s dive into the stock analysis:
<h3>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</h3>
SPY&nbsp;(ARCA: SPY) is currently trading near our focal level of 585.75. Bulls will aim to drive the price upward towards 587.31, with sustained momentum at that level potentially paving the way for a move toward 589.71. If buyers maintain control at 589.71 during regular trading hours, we anticipate a further advance to 592.00. The bullish apex for the day is set at 593.73, a target achievable with robust buying activity.
Conversely, if 585.75 fails to act as support, bears are likely to challenge 584.68 as the next downside level. A break here may invite selling pressure toward 583.18. Persistent bearish activity could target the strong support at 581.97. Should today&#39;s session see accelerated selling, 580.67 serves as the low bear target.
<h3>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 </h3>
QQQ&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqq#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is currently hovering around the key area of 498.37. Bulls need to hold this level to set the stage for an advance to 499.44, solidifying it as a new support base. If buyers sustain strength above 499.44, the next target is 501.07, with continued momentum likely leading to a test of 502.65. The ultimate bullish target for today is set at 504.44, achievable if buyers dominate the session.
On the downside, failure to maintain 498.37 as support could allow bears to push the price toward 496.94. Should this level give way, the auction may test 495.35. Persistent selling could target the support zone at 493.60, with the day&#39;s low bear objective positioned at 491.82.
<h3>Apple Inc.</h3>
AAPL&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is trading close to our reference point of 225.31. Bulls will need to secure this level as support to drive the price higher to 226.08. A breakout above this range opens the path toward 227.82, with strong upward momentum targeting the high bull objective at 229.03. Sustained buying strength will be critical for achieving these levels.
Should 225.31 fail to hold as support, the price may dip to 223.87. Selling pressure below this area could push the auction toward 222.96, with 222.24 being the next significant downside target. If bearish momentum intensifies, expect a move toward the day&#39;s low target of 221.66.
<h3>Microsoft Corp.</h3>
MSFT&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is auctioning near 416.32, a critical area for bulls to defend. A firm hold above this level could spark a rally toward 417.25, establishing it as a new support. Buyers reclaiming control above 417.25 could push the price to 419.17, with a high bull target for today set at 420.26, contingent on continued upward momentum.
Failure to maintain 416.32 as support may lead to bearish attempts to test 414.56. A breakdown here could see sellers targeting 413.14. If downward pressure persists, the next support at 411.72 becomes a key test, with the day&#39;s low bear target resting at 410.64.
<h3>NVIDIA Corporation</h3>
NVDA (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is currently trading near the pivotal level of 138.55. A sustained move above this point could drive the price to 139.42, a key threshold for bulls to establish as support. Momentum beyond this area may target 140.28, with buyers eyeing 141.21 for further gains. The high bull target for NVDA today is set at 142.35.
On the downside, losing 138.55 as support could signal weakness, with the price likely testing 137.94. Continued selling could push the price lower to 136.98, and in the event of a weaker session, the auction might probe support at 135.64. A bearish breakdown may lead to the day&#39;s low target of 134.56.
<h3>Alphabet Inc Class A</h3>
GOOGL (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)&nbsp;is trading near 174.01, a crucial level for bullish continuation. Holding this area as support could initiate a move toward 175.12, with sustained buying likely to target 176.23. Strong upward momentum could see the high bull target realized as the auction unfolds.
Failure to secure 174.01 may open the door for bearish control, testing the 172.28 level. If selling pressure continues, 171.14 becomes a key downside objective. A sharper decline could push the price to the low bear target of 169.34.
<h3>Meta Platforms Inc</h3>
META&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>) is auctioning around the critical level of 553.05. Bulls need to secure this point to drive the price higher to 559.29. With consistent buying activity, the auction could approach 565.53, with 573.25 as the high bull target if upward momentum dominates the session.
If 553.05 fails to hold as support, bears may take control and push the price toward 548.44. Continued selling could see the auction revisit 541.79, and if bearish momentum remains strong, 537.68 serves as the low bear target for the day.
<h3>Tesla Inc.</h3>
TSLA (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is trading near 340.97, a key level for bullish action. A strong push higher could target 346.64, with additional buying paving the way to 350.87. If momentum remains intact, we could see TSLA testing 356.80, with the high bull objective for today set at 363.84.
If bears overwhelm buyers and break 340.97, the price may fall to 333.93. Sustained selling pressure could extend the decline to 327.59, with the low bear target for the session resting at 322.52.
Final Word: As we begin the week, today&#39;s session features lighter economic data but remains critical for market sentiment. The New York Fed Services Business Activity for November is set to release at 8:30 AM ET, followed by the NAHB Housing Market Index at 10 AM ET. Additionally, Austan Goolsbee&#39;s remarks during a conference in Chicago could offer insights into broader economic expectations. Treasury auctions for 3 and 6 Month Bills at 11:30 AM ET may influence fixed-income markets, though the overall impact is expected to be moderate.
With limited high-impact events, traders will focus on interpreting last week&#39;s data and any emerging headlines. The lack of a clear economic catalyst could create choppy market conditions, so staying disciplined and reactive to price action is crucial. Stay cautious, manage your risk effectively, and be prepared for unexpected developments. Good luck!
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Market Clubhouse Morning Memo - November 18th, 2024 (Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META And TSLA)

To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Trump Trade</h3>
Please <a href="https://thearorareport.com/chart-analysis-stock-trump-tesla-dogecoin-xbi-mc-11182024">click here</a> for an enlarged chart comparing SPDR S&amp;P Biotech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XBI#NYSE">XBI</a>) to Dogecoin to United States Dollar (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>).
Note the following:
<ul>
<li>The chart shows that biotech XBI has lost 5.35% since Trump's election.&nbsp; Companies in this ETF are producing innovative life saving drugs, employ brilliant scientists, own significant intellectual property, and are often bought out at large premiums.</li>
<li>The chart shows that Dogecoin has gained 48.78% since Trump's election.&nbsp; Dogecoin was initially developed as a joke.&nbsp; At one time, it was endorsed by Elon Musk; its name is the same as the acronym of Trump's Department of Government Efficiency.&nbsp; The main use of Dogecoin is speculation by the meme crowd.&nbsp; Dogecoin has an active meme crowd community behind it.</li>
<li>The contrast between the performance of XBI and Dogecoin shown on the chart is emblematic of, in large part, what investors are buying and selling in the wake of Trump's re-election.</li>
<li>On top of investors rushing into speculative assets, sentiment is extremely positive.&nbsp; Historically, extremely positive sentiment is a contrary indicator.&nbsp; In plain English, it means sell.&nbsp; As we have previously stated, sentiment is not a precise timing indicator.</li>
<li>In spite of all the warning signals, The Arora Report call remains to buy the dips.&nbsp; There are two main reasons:
<ul>
<li>There is an old saying on Wall Street that no one has ever been fired for losing clients' money.&nbsp; However, money managers get fired for lagging far behind their benchmarks.&nbsp; No money manager, irrespective of his/her view of the market, wants to commit career suicide by not chasing the market at the year end. Bearish money managers who have missed out on this rally are likely to buy the dips and chase the stock market into the year end.</li>
<li>Right now, hopium is at an extreme.&nbsp; There is nothing in the way of hopium.&nbsp; Since Trump is not yet president, there is no reality to confront hopium.&nbsp; Right now, the momo crowd is buying based on the best case of all of the positives that may come out of Trump's policies, and they are ignoring all of the negatives.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The plan is to start taking profits on new buys before hopium meets reality between Christmas and Trump's inauguration.&nbsp;</li>
<li>As a note of caution, this is not a call for wholesale buying.&nbsp; This is a call to buy on the margin based on the protection band.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Trump's transition team is starting the work to help those who helped Trump get elected.&nbsp; An example is the Trump team wanting to change the rules around self-driving cars in the U.S. to help Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).&nbsp; Musk has been a big supporter of Trump.&nbsp; Over a period of time, expect many such moves from Trump's team.&nbsp; As a full disclosure, The Arora Report gave a signal to buy TSLA after Trump's win.&nbsp; The trade has been nicely profitable.&nbsp; The system has also triggered a signal for a trade around position in TSLA, but publication of the signal may be delayed because TSLA stock has gapped up significantly.</li>
<li>Trump has appointed Chris Wright as the next Department of Energy Secretary.&nbsp; Wright is the CEO of Liberty Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>).&nbsp; Liberty Energy is engaged in fracking. Wright is also on the board of smart modular reactor company Oklo Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>) that is backed by OpenAI founder Sam Altman.&nbsp; Money is flowing into gas and nuclear stocks on Wright's appointment.</li>
<li>The most important event for the market this week is NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) earnings that will be released on Wednesday after the close.&nbsp; This morning, NVDA is seeing aggressive selling because of a report of Blackwell chips heating up in data centers.</li>
<li>In the early trade, retail investors are aggressively buying Trump stocks based on the weekend pump.&nbsp; Professional investors are front running retail investors as they hope to sell at higher prices to retail investors later.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h3>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Alphabet Inc Class C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), TSLA, and Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in NVDA.
In the early trade, money flows are positive in SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h3>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.&nbsp; Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.&nbsp; The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>).&nbsp; The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLV#NYSE">SLV</a>).&nbsp; The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF (ASCA:USO).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h3>
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is range bound.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h3>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.&nbsp; The proprietary protection band from The Arora Report is very popular.&nbsp; The protection band puts all of the data, all of the indicators, all of the news, all of the crosscurrents, all of the models, and all of the analysis in an analytical framework that is easily actionable by investors.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges.&nbsp; The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive.&nbsp; If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash.&nbsp; A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.&nbsp; When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks.&nbsp; High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h3>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less.&nbsp; Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Dollar Gen.
Looking at options history for Dollar Gen (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DG#NYSE">DG</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 25% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 75% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $916,909 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $650,135.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $75.0 to $155.0 for Dollar Gen during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Dollar Gen'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 Dollar Gen's whale trades within a strike price range from $75.0 to $155.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Dollar Gen Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731957327_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$664.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td align="right">828</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$15.7</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$520.8K</td>
<td>527</td>
<td align="right">337</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$154.4K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">157</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$6.75</td>
<td>$6.55</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$66.0K</td>
<td>902</td>
<td align="right">622</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$78.3</td>
<td>$76.45</td>
<td>$78.04</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$54.6K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Dollar Gen</h3>
With more than 20,000 locations, Dollar General's banner is nearly ubiquitous across the rural United States. Dollar General serves as a convenient shopping destination for fill-in store trips, with its value proposition most relevant to consumers in small communities with a dearth of shopping options. The retailer operates a frugal store of about 7,500 square feet and primarily offers an assortment of branded and private-label consumable items (80% of net sales) such as paper and cleaning products, packaged and perishable food, tobacco, and health and beauty items at low prices. Dollar General also offers a limited assortment of seasonal merchandise, home products, and apparel. The firm sells most items at a price point of $10 or less.
In light of the recent options history for Dollar Gen, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Dollar Gen Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,060,255, with DG's price up by 1.33%, positioned at $76.89.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 17 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Dollar Gen</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $91.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from BMO Capital keeps a Market Perform rating on Dollar Gen with a target price of $80. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Neutral rating for Dollar Gen, targeting a price of $82. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Buy rating on Dollar Gen, maintaining a target price of $90. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Bernstein downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $98. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group continues to hold a In-Line rating for Dollar Gen, targeting a price of $105. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Lennar.
Looking at options history for Lennar (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>) we detected 15 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 73% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 20% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $297,727 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $236,951.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $110.0 to $185.0 for Lennar over the last 3 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 Lennar's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lennar's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $110.0 to $185.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lennar Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731957322_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>LEN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$59.6</td>
<td>$58.4</td>
<td>$59.5</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$65.4K</td>
<td>429</td>
<td>11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$2.6</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$49.2K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$14.1</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$42.9K</td>
<td>570</td>
<td>31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$42.7K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>178</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$15.4</td>
<td>$15.2</td>
<td>$15.2</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$41.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lennar</h3>
Lennar is one of the largest public homebuilders in the United States. The company's homebuilding operations target first-time, move-up, and active adult homebuyers mainly under the Lennar brand name. Lennar's financial-services segment provides mortgage financing and related services to its homebuyers. Miami-based Lennar is also involved in multifamily and single-family for rent construction and has invested in numerous housing-related technology startups.
<h3>Lennar's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 779,395, the price of LEN is down by -0.31%, reaching $168.32.</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 24 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lennar</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $180.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Equal-Weight rating on Lennar with a target price of $180. 
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High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on Carnival (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in CCL often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 13 options trades for Carnival. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 23% bullish and 61% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $570,500, and 12 calls, totaling $667,632.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $14.0 to $27.0 for Carnival over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Carnival stands at 8706.42, with a total volume reaching 8,321.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Carnival, situated within the strike price corridor from $14.0 to $27.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Carnival Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731957317_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.14</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$570.5K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$10.35</td>
<td>$10.48</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$176.0K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>168</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$126.4K</td>
<td>17.2K</td>
<td>405</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$6.27</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$62.7K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.27</td>
<td>$2.27</td>
<td>$2.27</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$42.4K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>366</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Carnival</h3>
Carnival is the largest global cruise company, with 92 ships in service at the end of fiscal 2023. Its portfolio of brands includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America; P&amp;O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; Aida in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe. It's currently folding its P&amp;O Australia brand into Carnival. The firm also owns Holland America Princess Alaska Tours in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Carnival's brands attracted nearly 13 million guests in 2019, prior to covid-19, a level it reached again in 2023.
<h3>Carnival's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 15,021,101, the price of CCL is up by 0.19%, reaching $24.36.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 31 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Carnival</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $28.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Buy rating on Carnival, maintaining a target price of $28. 
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Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) shares are trading lower by 5.9% to $68.92 Monday afternoon. Weakness may be due to competition concerns on reports indicating President-elect Donald Trump plans to ease restrictions for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/42038624/tesla-stock-is-trading-higher-monday-whats-going-on">self-driving vehicles</a>.
What To Know: The proposed federal framework for self-driving vehicles, as reported by <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-17/trump-team-said-to-want-to-ease-us-rules-for-self-driving-cars?embedded-checkout=true">Bloomberg</a>, could accelerate mass adoption of autonomous technology. Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), with its plans to produce the Cybercab robotaxi by 2026, stands to benefit significantly from relaxed regulations. 
Meanwhile, Uber, which has been heavily involved in autonomous driving through partnerships and divestitures, may face heightened competition in a market where Tesla's vertically integrated model could undercut traditional ride-hailing services.
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Adding to the unease is the speculation that former Uber executive Emil Michael may be considered for Transportation Secretary. While his ties to Uber might seem advantageous, his potential appointment could align regulatory priorities more with Tesla and other autonomous manufacturers, further complicating Uber's strategic position.
Uber has long been reliant on its vast driver network for growth, but a rapid shift toward driverless vehicles could disrupt this dynamic. Investors appear to be factoring in the risks of Uber losing ground to competitors like Tesla, which can leverage economies of scale and cutting-edge technology in a deregulated market.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy UBER Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Uber Technologies&#8217; case, it is in the Industrials sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, UBER has a 52-week high of $87.00 and a 52-week low of $53.76.

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The battle of China's electric vehicle (EV) giants heats up this week as XPeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) prepare to reveal their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XPEV/earnings">third-quarter earnings</a>.
XPeng reports after the bell on Tuesday, while NIO follows early Wednesday. Here&#8217;s what the charts and innovations signal ahead of these crucial reports.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">XPeng: AI Ambitions Meet Bullish Signals</h2>
XPeng is riding high on a wave of tech innovation, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/whats-going-xpeng-stock-friday-181654671.html">unveiling</a> the AI-defined P7+, the futuristic AEROHT flying car, and the Kunpeng Super Electric System boasting record-setting charging speeds. 
These announcements come as XPeng stock trends moderately bullish, showing significant buying pressure.
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From a technical standpoint:
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<li>XPeng stock trades at $13.23, above its 20-day SMA ($12.42), 50-day SMA ($11.54) and 200-day SMA ($9.01) — all bullish signals.</li>
<li>However, the stock is below its eight-day SMA ($13.70), hinting at short-term selling pressure.</li>
</ul>
With analysts projecting a third quarter revenue of $1.38 billion and an EPS loss of 27 cents a share, XPeng's AI-driven strategy and technical setup point to potential upside post-earnings.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NIO: Bearish Setup Despite Buying Pressure</h2>
NIO's stock, in stark contrast, is mired in a bearish trend. 
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Trading at $4.71, NIO stock sits below all key moving averages:
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<li>The eight-day SMA ($4.79), 20-day SMA ($5.07) and 50-day SMA ($5.55) all suggest bearish momentum.</li>
</ul>
Still, the stock has seen buying pressure recently, which could hint at a potential reversal if earnings impress. Analysts expect third-quarter revenue of $2.54 billion and an EPS loss of 30 cents a share.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Verdict</h2>
XPeng's bullish technical indicators and innovation narrative position it as the front-runner for investor attention this week, while NIO's bearish setup leaves it with more to prove. 
As both companies face earnings, the battle could set the tone for the next phase of China's EV wars.
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Eco Wave Power Global AB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAVE#NASDAQ">WAVE</a>) shares are moving higher on Monday after the company announced it received the final Nationwide Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Here&#8217;s what you <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/42032816/exclusive-eco-wave-power-gets-green-light-from-us-army-for-first-onshore-wave-energy-project-in-la">need to know</a>.
What To Know: The permit is in regard to the company&#8217;s wave energy project at AltaSea&#8217;s premises at the Port of Los Angeles. It allows Eco Wave Power to install eight wave energy floaters on the piles of an existing concrete wharf structure located on the east side of Municipal Pier One.
Furthermore, the system will feature an energy conversion unit made up of two 20-foot shipping containers, which are already located on-site and will be linked to the wave energy floaters.
&#8220;We are thrilled to receive this final permit and move one step closer to bringing wave energy to the U.S.,&#8221; said&nbsp;Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of&nbsp;Eco Wave Power.
&#8220;This project represents not only a technological breakthrough but also a crucial step in advancing the global transition to renewable energy. We are deeply grateful for the support of AltaSea, the Port of&nbsp;Los Angeles, Shell MRE, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as we work to make wave energy a key part of the sustainable energy landscape.&#8221;
The company plans to have the installation finished by the end of the 2025 first quarter.
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Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Eco Wave Power Global&#8217;s case, it is in the Utilities sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
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The future of Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) could be decided by autonomous vehicles with the company betting aggressively on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41295072/tesla-robotaxi-day-event-more-fanfare-than-substance-8-analysts-on-cybercab-optimus">future of its robotaxis.</a>
After once threatening to ban autonomous vehicles in America, President-elect Donald Trump may be having a change of heart, bringing music to the ears of Elon Musk and Tesla investors.
What Happened: New reports say President-elect Trump has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/42038624/tesla-stock-is-trading-higher-monday-whats-going-on">plans to ease restrictions </a>on self-driving vehicles, which could help companies such as Tesla in its push to expand FSD and bring robotaxis to the market.
Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-17/trump-team-said-to-want-to-ease-us-rules-for-self-driving-cars?embedded-checkout=true&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">reported </a>the federal framework for autonomous vehicles could be prioritized by Trump's transition team. The report said the Transportation Department could make it easier to operate self-driving vehicles in America. While the plan could prioritize making it easier for companies to test self-driving vehicles, Congress would need to approve legislation to make mass adoption happen.
It's worth noting that this is only a report and Trump previously spoke out against autonomous vehicles.
Hours before Musk unveiled the Tesla Cybercab in California on Oct. 10, Trump spoke at the Detroit Economic Club and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41298125/maybe-musk-missed-the-memo-trumps-plan-to-ban-autonomous-vehicles-could-sour-friendship">took on autonomous vehicles.</a>
"Do you like autonomous? Does anybody like an autonomous vehicle? Know what that is? Right? When you see a car driving along? Some people do, I don't know. A little concerning to me, but the autonomous vehicles we're going to stop from operating on American roads,&#8221; Trump said.
Trump's comments came despite a growing friendship with Musk at the time, who had been campaigning for him in the 2024 election.
The comments weren't likely a huge surprise given Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39255336/trump-praises-electric-vehicles-elon-musk-in-one-speech-blames-evs-for-destroying-bridges-in-another" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">largely antagonistic stance</a>&nbsp;toward electric vehicles, often criticizing the vehicles and in some cases blaming them for destroying bridges and American infrastructure.
Musk&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39804113/exclusive-elon-musk-is-burning-his-own-blue-bridges-by-donating-to-trump-says-market-expert" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">supported Trump&#8217;s comments</a>&nbsp;that removing credits for American consumers to switch to electric vehicles would negatively impact the company but much more negatively impact&nbsp;Tesla&#8217;s competitors.
The Tesla CEO also supported Trump&#8217;s stance on making it harder for Chinese automakers to compete for electric vehicle market share in the U.S.
Trump's reversal of stance on autonomous vehicles could be the latest win for Musk and Tesla after the billionaire supported Trump in the election and has grown their friendship.
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Why It's Important: While it is unknown if Trump will make it easier for self-driving vehicles to be on roadways and what may have caused his change of heart, the impact on Tesla should not be underestimated.
Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives maintained an Outperform rating and $400 price target on Tesla while highlighting the impact of the reports of Trump's transition team making self-driving vehicles a priority in a new investor note.
"This would be a huge step forward in easing U.S. rules for self-driving cars and be a significant tailwind for Tesla's autonomous and AI vision heading into 2025," Ives said of the Bloomberg report. "Musk's significant influence in the Trump White House is already having major influence and ultimately the golden path for Tesla around Cybercabs."
Ives said a strategic alliance between Trump and Musk is "playing out in real time" and is bullish for Tesla.
"We estimate the AI and autonomous opportunity is worth $1 trillion alone for Tesla and we fully expect under a Trump White House these key initiatives will now get fast-tracked."
The analyst said Tesla can march to a market capitalization of $1.5 trillion to $2.0 trillion over the next 12 to 18 months thanks to the FSD and autonomous progress.
"We have never viewed Tesla simply as a car company…instead we have always viewed Musk and Tesla as a leading disruptive technology global player."
Musk "made a strategic and big bet on" Trump winning the election and the win could be known by Tesla bulls for years to come, Ives added.
"Tesla and Musk are set to reap the benefits from a new friendlier regulatory era in the Beltway ahead."
TSLA Price Action: Tesla stock is up 4.99% to $336.78 on Monday versus a 52-week trading range of $138.80 to $358.64. Tesla stock is up 38.1% year-to-date. The stock is up 36.4% since Election Day.
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