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Xos Inc is a fleet electrification solutions provider committed to the decarbonization of commercial transportation. Xos designs and manufactures Classes 5 through 8 battery-electric commercial vehicles that travel on last-mile, back-to-base routes of up to 200 miles per day. Xos also offers charging infrastructure products and services through Xos Energy Solutions to support electric vehicle fleets. Its products include Stepvan, MDXT, HDXT, Xosphere, and Xos Energy Solutions.

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Shares of Tilray Brands Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLRY#NASDAQ">TLRY</a>) are trading sharply higher Tuesday afternoon, continuing a recent trend of investor interest across social media despite a lack of company-specific news for the session. Here&#8217;s what investors <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TLRY/news">need to know</a>.
What To Know: Last week, interest in Tilray began to build following several strategic moves in June, including shareholder approval for a potential <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/06/10/3097140/0/en/Tilray-Brands-Stockholders-Approve-Reverse-Stock-Split-Company-Pauses-Implementation-as-It-Evaluates-Timing-and-Stock-Price.html">reverse stock split</a> and a significant expansion of its medical cannabis distribution in Italy. These <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/cannabis/25/06/46072540/tilray-makes-history-first-to-import-and-sell-branded-medical-cannabis-in-italy">developments</a> appear to have put the company back on the radar of active traders.
Driving Tuesday&#8217;s rally is exceptionally heavy trading volume. The session volume has already hit over 65 million shares around 2:45p.m. Eastern Time, more than double the 100-day average volume of approximately 26.8 million shares. This heightened activity is interacting with a significant amount of short interest in the stock.
According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, nearly 20% of Tilray's float is held by short sellers. With a short float of over 200 million shares, the sharp upward price movement may be forcing some shorts to buy back their positions, potentially creating a short squeeze that further accelerates the stock&#8217;s climb. 
The combination of last month&#8217;s company-specific announcements and heavy trading volume is likely the cause of Tuesday&#8217;s volatility. Although Tilray's stock has dropped 67.5% over the past year, its recent strategic financial moves and European expansion efforts seem to have brought it back into focus for traders.
Benzinga Edge Rankings: Based on <a href="http://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Edge</a> stock rankings, which assess the fundamental and technical strength of a stock, Tilray presents a compelling, albeit mixed, profile. 
The company scores exceptionally high for Value, with a rating of 83.08. This suggests that, according to Benzinga&#8217;s metrics, the stock may be significantly undervalued compared to its peers and its intrinsic financial health. 
In stark contrast, Tilray receives very low scores for Growth (21.69) and Momentum (3.87), indicating weak historical growth trends and poor recent price performance leading into the current session.
Price Action: According to data from Benzinga Pro, TLRY shares are trading higher by 11.7% to 56 cents Tuesday afternoon. The stock has a 52-week high of $2.15 and a 52-week low of $0.35.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy TLRY Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Tilray Brands &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of Tilray Brands, which is trading at $0.57 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 175.44 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
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Tilray (TLRY) Stock Surges On Heavy Volume: What Investors Should Know

Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Tuesday as markets await further trade deals announced by the Trump administration.
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<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>$109,033.80</td>
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<td>Ethereum</td>
<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td>$2,615.30</td>
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<td>Solana</td>
<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td>$152.16</td>
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<td>XRP</td>
<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
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<td>Dogecoin</td>
<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td>$0.1710</td>
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<td>Shiba Inu</td>
<td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td>$0.00001189</td>
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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin's large transaction volume increasing by 95.4% and daily active addresses growing by 14.3%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are up from 7,469 to 10,853 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are up by 379.5%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 73,345 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $163.87 million.</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46298016/kulr-technologys-bitcoin-bet-deepens-with-coinbase-credit">KULR Technology&#8217;s Bitcoin Bet Deepens With Coinbase Credit</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46290395/why-tokenization-could-outgrow-bitcoin-cryptos-biggest-success-story">Why Tokenization Could Outgrow Bitcoin: Crypto&#8217;s Biggest Success Story</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46293440/tom-lee-loves-ethereum-but-is-solana-quietly-taking-over-this-expert-says-sol-will-outperform-eth-heres-more">Tom Lee Loves Ethereum, But Is Solana Quietly Taking Over? This Expert Says SOL Will &#8216;Outperform&#8217; ETH — Here&#8217;s More</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46298615/trump-medias-new-crypto-blue-chip-etf-filing-comes-with-a-twist">Trump Media&#8217;s New &#8216;Crypto Blue Chip ETF&#8217; Filing Comes With A Twist</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46296234/bitcoin-miner-bit-digital-dumped-all-its-btc-for-eth-and-isnt-looking-back">Bitcoin Miner Bit Digital Dumped All Its BTC For ETH—And Isn&#8217;t Looking Back</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46291777/why-you-should-keep-an-eye-on-solana-project-pump-funs-4b-price-tag">Why You Should Keep An Eye On Solana Project Pump.fun&#8217;s $4B Price Tag</a></li>
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Trader Notes: Crypto trader Rekt Capital observes Bitcoin is currently consolidating along a key diagonal trendline, forming a structure of higher lows and lower highs, a classic signal of price compression. 
Such formations often precede powerful breakouts or breakdowns, suggesting a decisive move may be imminent.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a> Bitcoin continues to meander in and around the black diagonal Price happens to be developing Higher Lows and Lower Highs here as well Price compression tends to precede price expansion<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Crypto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Crypto</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://t.co/0XTcGzwyHq">https://t.co/0XTcGzwyHq</a> <a href="https://t.co/4RaIzE0scd">pic.twitter.com/4RaIzE0scd</a>
&mdash; Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) <a href="https://twitter.com/rektcapital/status/1942642596314067216?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Crypto investor Ted Pillows<a href="https://x.com/TedPillows/status/1942627237456736735"> drew</a> comparisons between Bitcoin's price behavior and recent M2 money supply anomalies, particularly a &#8220;wick&#8221;-like liquidity spike. He predicts this liquidity expansion could be mirrored by Bitcoin, forecasting a move toward $120,000–$125,000.
Daan Crypto Trades <a href="https://x.com/DaanCrypto/status/1942539661160898604">highlighted</a> that Bitcoin's prolonged sideways action is forming liquidity clusters above and below current levels. He noted that "the longer the chop, the bigger the pop," with a 5%+ move likely in either direction once momentum returns.
Javon Marks pointed out that Bitcoin's momentum is quietly building, closely resembling the setup before its last major breakout. With resistance once again in view, he believes BTC is setting up for another explosive leg higher.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Bitcoin&#39;s momentum looks to be increasing at a steady rate again and last time this happened, prices blew past resistance and entered a significantly bullish wave up! Prices could be setting up for yet another major bullish move above resistance&#8230;<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> <a href="https://t.co/x8m8IHXsxi">pic.twitter.com/x8m8IHXsxi</a>
&mdash; JAVON&#x26a1;&#xFE0F;MARKS (@JavonTM1) <a href="https://twitter.com/JavonTM1/status/1942601439462797493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Bitcoin Reclaims $109,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Follow Higher

Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) has had a rough ride this year, down nearly 25% in the past 12 months and 10% just this past month. However, after weeks of pressure, the chart is flashing a setup that has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMD/news">traders on high alert.</a>
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The stock has pulled back to around $135-$137, a level that aligns with strong technical support and fills a recent breakout gap. The RSI (relative strength index) has cooled off to 62.74, momentum remains intact, and the dip is looking more like a launchpad than a breakdown.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Chart Patterns Don't Lie—And AMD's Is Repeating History</h2>
AMD has quietly begun delivering its MI350 units, and while headlines may still be catching up, the chart tells a familiar story. 
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24AMD&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$AMD</a> if you missed the First Wave bounce from the 7th of April you better make sure you don&#39;t miss the Wave 2 pull back support level to add.<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24AMD&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$AMD</a> was beaten up by everyone but the chart was flawless and the same pattern repeated itself from 2022 &#8211; 2023. Even if you did not… <a href="https://t.co/e3STGvp8YM">pic.twitter.com/e3STGvp8YM</a>
&mdash; The Long Investor (@TheLongInvest) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheLongInvest/status/1942550191791337627?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The same pattern seen during AMD's 2022–2023 comeback is playing out again, noted The Long Investor on X &#8211; pullbacks to key moving averages followed by powerful rebounds.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Beneath The Dip, Bullish Signals Are Stacking Up</h2>
Technically speaking, AMD is sitting above its 20-day, 50-day, and 200-day moving averages—typically a bullish setup. The MACD (moving average convergence/divergence) indicator is in bullish territory, and every dip this year has been met with eager buyers. If history is any guide, this one may be too.
Some traders are eyeing the $136 range as an attractive entry point, with upside targets around $170 and risk management set below $125. Long-term investors? They're simply noting that every time AMD drops below its 200-week average, it ultimately rewards the patient.
In a chip market dominated by Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) headlines, AMD might just be setting up for its own moment. Missed the first wave? This second pullback could be your shot.
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CoreWeave, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>), an AI cloud-computing startup specializing in AI infrastructure, announced on July 7 its intent to acquire crypto miner Core Scientific, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CORZ#NASDAQ">CORZ</a>) in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46280108/coreweave-core-scientific-shares-move-lower-on-9-billion-all-stock-deal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$9 billion all-stock deal</a>.
This acquisition is expected to enable CoreWeave to verticalize its data center footprint, aiming to &#8220;future-proof revenue growth&#8221; and enhance profitability.
Following the announcement, Bank of America Securities analyst Brad Sills <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRWV/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">maintained a Neutral rating</a> on CoreWeave on Tuesday, setting a price forecast of $185.
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As per the terms of the fixed exchange ratio, Core Scientific stockholders will receive 0.1235 newly issued shares of CoreWeave Class A common stock for each share of Core Scientific common stock they hold.
Sills noted that the $9 billion equity value is calculated on a fully diluted basis, based on CoreWeave&#8217;s 5-day volume-weighted average price (VWAP) of $20.40 per share.
Sills highlighted that Core Scientific operates large-scale, energy-efficient data centers optimized for high-density workloads, including bitcoin mining and AI.
Bitcoin mining companies are expanding their operations beyond cryptocurrency by leveraging their existing power and data center infrastructure for AI workloads. 
They are now leasing out their power capacity and data center space to meet the surging demand from the AI sector. This strategic shift is exemplified by recent acquisitions within the industry.
The analyst emphasized that this proposed acquisition primarily focuses on securing greater access to power rather than acquiring GPUs or CPUs.
Core Scientific&#8217;s property, plant, and equipment base, valued at $650 million as of March, is notably small compared to Sills&#8217; estimated $21.5 billion in capital expenditures for CoreWeave in fiscal year 2025.
The acquisition provides CoreWeave access to 10 data centers across the U.S. with a total contracted power capacity of 1.3 gigawatts (GW). Of this, approximately 840 megawatts (MW) are already modified for high-performance computing (HPC), with the remaining 500 MW currently supporting bitcoin operations, according to Sills.
He observed a 60% overlap with CoreWeave&#8217;s existing data center locations and 40% from newly added geographies. This diversification will grant CoreWeave access to power in new regions such as Kentucky, Oklahoma, and North Dakota, as per Core Scientific&#8217;s recent filing.
Furthermore, CoreWeave anticipates $500 million in operating expense synergies by calendar year 2027. These savings are expected to stem from the elimination of long-term operating leases (totaling $10 billion over 12 years) and a streamlined operational focus.
Sills projects that this would raise the combined entity&#8217;s adjusted operating margin to 28.4%, up from his current estimate of 26.0% for CoreWeave alone. However, Sills cautioned that achieving these synergies carries execution risk, noting that the market is already modeling an aggressive margin ramp for Core Scientific standalone in fiscal 2027, from 8.0% in Q1 2025 to 22.2%, according to Bloomberg.
Price Action: CoreWeave stock traded lower by 3.75% to $153.71, while Core Scientific stock was down 3.07% at $14.38 at last check Tuesday.
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D. Boral Capital upgraded Artelo Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARTL#NASDAQ">ARTL</a>) on Tuesday.
The analyst upgraded from Hold to Buy and introduced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ARTL/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast of $20</a>.
Analyst Jason Kolbert wrote, &#8220;We continue to view Artelo as an emerging biotechnology company focused on Cachexia and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIN) with the lead program.&#8221;
ART27.13 is a Phase 2 asset, a selective benzimadazole agonist acquired from AstraZeneca Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NASDAQ">AZN</a>).
The analyst wrote that ART27.13 showed potential to stimulate appetite and promote weight gain, which offered a novel approach to improving the quality of life of cancer patients.
AstraZeneca invested millions to develop the drug. It was noted that a side effect was weight gain. 
ART26.12 is the second asset licensed from the University of Stonybrook.
&#8220;ART26.12 appears to protect nerves from damage without compromising the efficacy of chemotherapy. While not the largest indication, it may be the one the company pursues based on time and cost to demonstrate definitive proof of concept data,&#8221; Kolbert wrote on Tuesday.
In June, the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/health-care/25/06/46169827/why-is-micro-cap-artelo-biosciences-stock-trading-higher-on-monday" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced favorable results</a> from its first-in-human study evaluating ART26.12. The results affirmed a promising safety and pharmacokinetic (PK) profile previously <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g46165705/artelo-biosciences-announces-positive-first-in-human-data-for-art26-12-a-novel-non-opioid-treatmen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">observed in preclinical studies</a>.
On Monday, Artelo Biosciences announced the presentation of new preclinical data on its Cannabidiol and Tetramethylpyrazine cocrystal drug candidate, ART12.11, at the 35th Annual International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) Symposium.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Data Highlights:</h2>
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<li>A 28-day treatment regimen with ART12.11 significantly reversed behavioral impairments in male rats exposed to chronic stress. The data with ART12.11 demonstrated efficacy on par with sertraline (Zoloft), a leading selective <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/g46271469/artelo-biosciences-announces-positive-preclinical-efficacy-with-art12-11-in-stress-induced-depress" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)</a>.</li>
<li>Like sertraline, ART12.11 improved sucrose preference and social motivation, which are established behavioral markers of depressive-like states, to near-baseline levels.</li>
<li>Unlike sertraline, ART12.11 reversed stress-induced deficits in both spatial and short-term memory without negatively impacting social memory.</li>
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The company said these findings underscore ART12.11&#8217;s potential as a highly differentiated candidate for treating depression and anxiety, especially in patients where cognitive dysfunction occurs, which is a known limitation of existing SSRI therapies.
ARTL Price Action: Artelo Biosciences stock is up 14.66% at $16.42 at publication on Tuesday.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Monolithic Power Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPWR#NASDAQ">MPWR</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 this is an institution or just a wealthy individual, we don't know. But when something this big happens with MPWR, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Monolithic Power Systems.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 0%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $326,215, and there was 1 call, for a total amount of $30,350.
<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 $560.0 and $780.0 for Monolithic Power Systems, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Monolithic Power Systems stands at 16.29, with a total volume reaching 31.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Monolithic Power Systems, situated within the strike price corridor from $560.0 to $780.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Monolithic Power Systems Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001292_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MPWR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$33.6</td>
<td>$33.6</td>
<td>$560.00</td>
<td>$117.6K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPWR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$101.6</td>
<td>$96.5</td>
<td>$96.5</td>
<td>$740.00</td>
<td>$38.6K</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPWR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$16.5</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$660.00</td>
<td>$37.2K</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPWR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$97.0</td>
<td>$87.0</td>
<td>$91.5</td>
<td>$720.00</td>
<td>$36.6K</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPWR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$77.3</td>
<td>$68.0</td>
<td>$71.7</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$35.8K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Monolithic Power Systems</h3>
Monolithic Power Systems is an analog and mixed-signal chipmaker, specializing in power management solutions. The firm's mission is to reduce total energy consumption in end systems, and it serves the computing, automotive, industrial, communications, and consumer end markets. MPS uses a fabless manufacturing model, partnering with third-party chip foundries to host its proprietary BCD process technology.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Monolithic Power Systems, 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 Monolithic Power Systems</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 250,963, the price of MPWR is up 1.51% at $752.34. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 23 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Monolithic Power Systems</h3>
Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $817.5.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Monolithic Power Systems, targeting a price of $695. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc persists with their Overweight rating on Monolithic Power Systems, maintaining a target price of $940. 
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Options

MPWR

What the Options Market Tells Us About Monolithic Power Systems

Across the recent three months, 9 analysts have shared their insights on Exact Sciences (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXAS#NASDAQ">EXAS</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $63.89, a high estimate of $75.00, and a low estimate of $54.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $62.75, the current average has increased by 1.82%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001292_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Exact Sciences is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Kumar</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luke Sergott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luke Sergott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gerard Cassidy</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Kumar</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine Schulte</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Subbu Nambi</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luke Sergott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Petrone</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Exact Sciences. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Exact Sciences compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Exact Sciences's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Exact Sciences</h2>
Exact Sciences, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, provides cancer screening and diagnostic test products in the United States and internationally. Exact's Cologuard screening test is a noninvasive stool-based DNA test for colorectal cancer. The company also competes in the precision oncology market with Oncotype DX, a suite of tissue-based genomic tests for estimating recurrence risk and likelihood of benefit from chemotherapy for breast and colon cancer, and OncoExTra, a liquid-based comprehensive genomic profiling test. It is also developing liquid biopsy tests for molecular residual disease, colorectal cancer screening, and multicancer screening.
<h3>Exact Sciences: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Exact Sciences's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 10.86%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Exact Sciences's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -14.32%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Exact Sciences's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of -4.22%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Exact Sciences's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.74%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Exact Sciences's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.05.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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EXAS

Forecasting The Future: 9 Analyst Projections For Exact Sciences

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Futu Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUTU#NASDAQ">FUTU</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 FUTU, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 31 uncommon options trades for Futu Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 61% bullish and 38%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 12 are puts, for a total amount of $808,624, and 19 are calls, for a total amount of $1,800,400.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $78.05 to $170.0 for Futu Holdings over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Futu Holdings's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Futu Holdings's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $78.05 to $170.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Futu Holdings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001287_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>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/20/26</td>
<td>$12.45</td>
<td>$11.85</td>
<td>$11.85</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$592.5K</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">510</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$51.0</td>
<td>$48.3</td>
<td>$51.0</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$260.1K</td>
<td align="right">87</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$168.7K</td>
<td align="right">117</td>
<td align="right">174</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.6</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.6</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$140.1K</td>
<td align="right">274</td>
<td align="right">148</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$132.2K</td>
<td align="right">49</td>
<td align="right">506</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Futu Holdings</h3>
Futu Holdings Ltd is an online broker providing one-stop online investing services. The company provides its services through its digital platform Futu NiuNiu, which includes market data, trading service, and news feed of Hong Kong, Mainland China, Singapore, and the United States equity markets. It generates its revenue in the form of brokerage commission and handling charge services, and interest income.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Futu Holdings, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Futu Holdings Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,042,072, the price of FUTU is up by 3.79%, reaching $127.8.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 42 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Futu Holdings</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $143.9.
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FUTU

Smart Money Is Betting Big In FUTU Options

In the last three months, 11 analysts have published ratings on Illumina (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILMN#NASDAQ">ILMN</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Illumina, presenting an average target of $105.18, a high estimate of $185.00, and a low estimate of $77.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 8.18% lower than the prior average price target of $114.55. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001284_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Illumina. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Kumar</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luke Sergott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Mikson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mason Carrico</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Westenberg</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tejas Savant</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Mikson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julia Qin</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Subbu Nambi</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Mikson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luke Sergott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Illumina. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Illumina compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Illumina's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Illumina's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ILMN/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Illumina analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Illumina</h2>
Illumina provides tools and services to analyze genetic material with life science and clinical lab applications. The company generates over 90% of its revenue from sequencing instruments, consumables, and services. Illumina's high-throughput technology enables whole genome sequencing in humans and other large organisms. Its lower throughput tools enable applications that require smaller data outputs, such as viral and cancer tumor screening. Illumina also sells microarrays (9% of 2024 sales) that enable lower-cost, focused genetic screening with primarily consumer and agricultural applications.
<h3>Illumina's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Illumina's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -3.25%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Illumina's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.58%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Illumina's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.53%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Illumina's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.1%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.1, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Where Illumina Stands With Analysts

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Seagate Tech Hldgs.
Looking at options history for Seagate Tech Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STX#NASDAQ">STX</a>) we detected 15 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 13% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 80% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $568,300 and 9, calls, for a total amount of $431,527.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $105.0 to $160.0 for Seagate Tech Hldgs during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Seagate Tech Hldgs's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Seagate Tech Hldgs's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $105.0 to $160.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Seagate Tech Hldgs 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001282_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>STX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$283.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">433</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$23.6</td>
<td>$23.2</td>
<td>$23.6</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$101.4K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$84.5K</td>
<td>515</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$73.7K</td>
<td>144</td>
<td align="right">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$25.7</td>
<td>$25.2</td>
<td>$25.2</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$70.5K</td>
<td>38</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Seagate Tech Hldgs</h3>
Seagate is a leading supplier of hard disk drives for data storage to the enterprise and consumer markets. It forms a practical duopoly in the market with its chief rival, Western Digital; they are both vertically integrated.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Seagate Tech Hldgs, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Seagate Tech Hldgs's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,715,362, the price of STX is up by 0.21%, reaching $148.7.</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 14 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Seagate Tech Hldgs</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $145.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from B of A Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Seagate Tech Hldgs, targeting a price of $145. 
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<ul>
<li>Increases size of ABL from $135 million to $185 million</li>
<li>Continues to align capital structure with actions to support strategy</li>
<li>Maintains liquidity and continues to support accelerating acquisition strategy</li>
</ul>
DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXPE#NASDAQ">DXPE</a>) today announced that on July 1, 2025, DXP Enterprises, Inc. (the "Company") entered into an Increase Agreement (the "Increase Agreement") by and among the Company and certain of the Company's subsidiaries as borrowers, certain other subsidiaries of the Company as guarantors, pursuant to which the aggregate commitments under the Company's existing asset-based revolving credit facility (the "ABL Facility") were increased by $50 million. Following the effectiveness of the Increase Agreement, the total commitments under the ABL Facility increased from $135 million to $185 million.
The ABL Facility now provides for asset-based revolving loans in an aggregate principal amount of up to $185.0 million, with up to $175.0 million to be made available to the US Borrowers (the "US ABL Facility") and up to $10.0 million to be made available to the Canadian Borrowers (the "Canadian ABL Facility" and together with the US ABL Facility, the "ABL Facility"). The Increase Agreement was entered into pursuant to the terms of the ABL Facility, which permits the Company to request incremental increases in the aggregate commitments, subject to certain conditions. The material terms of the ABL Facility, as previously disclosed, remain in effect and were not otherwise amended in connection with the Increase Agreement.
The Increase Agreement provides DXP with continued operational and financial flexibility to reinvest in the business and pursue its organic and acquisition growth strategy.

Financing

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DXP Enterprises Increases ABL Facility From $135M To $185M To Support Acquisition Strategy And Maintain Liquidity

Bank of America Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) shares are trading lower Tuesday after HSBC downgraded the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/stock-split/25/07/46266095/warren-buffett-skips-big-banks-like-jpmorgan-and-wells-fargo-bets-459-million-on-this-one-asset"> stock from Buy to Hold. </a>
What To Know: The downgrade comes despite HSBC raising its price target on Bank of America from $47 to $51, signaling that while there may still be upside, the stock's recent rally may have already priced in most of the near-term positives.
The downgrade was part of a broader reassessment of large U.S. banks by HSBC analyst Saul Martinez, who also cut ratings on JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-08/wall-street-bank-stocks-jpm-gs-bac-furious-rally-spurs-hsbc-downgrades?embedded-checkout=true">according to Bloomberg</a>. Martinez cited "downside risks" that he believes are not yet reflected in current valuations, including persistent macroeconomic uncertainty, the potential for slowing economic growth and expectations for further interest rate cuts in 2025 and 2026.
Bank of America has surged nearly 40% from its April lows, part of a strong rally in the banking sector fueled by optimism around earnings, stress test results and looser regulations. However, the KBW Bank Index, which tracks major U.S. lenders, ended an 11-day winning streak on Monday, the longest run in its history, indicating that the sector may be entering a more volatile phase.
HSBC maintained a more favorable view on super-regional banks such as U.S. Bancorp and PNC Financial, calling them better valued even after their own rallies. For now, the shift in sentiment appears to be weighing on Wall Street's biggest names, including Bank of America.
BAC Price Action: Bank of America shares were down 2.65% at $47.37 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Bank of America Falls After HSBC Downgrade, Citing Overvaluation And Economic Risks

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Popular (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BPOP#NASDAQ">BPOP</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Popular, presenting an average target of $128.25, a high estimate of $140.00, and a low estimate of $123.00. This current average reflects an increase of 8.69% from the previous average price target of $118.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001273_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Popular among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Frank Schiraldi</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Motta</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Popular. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Popular compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Popular's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BPOP/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Popular analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Popular's Background</h2>
Popular Inc, based in Puerto Rico, is a financial holding company with four main subsidiaries: Banco Popular de Puerto Rico, a bank in Puerto Rico in terms of assets; Banco Popular North America, its banking operation in the continental United States; Evertec, a data processor; and Popular Financial Holdings, a diversified financial services company. The Corporation's reportable segments consist of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico and Popular U.S.
<h3>Breaking Down Popular's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Popular's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 5.81%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Popular's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 24.61%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.12%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Popular's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.24%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Popular's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.2, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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4 Analysts Assess Popular: What You Need To Know

Ratings for Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) were provided by 49 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
<td align="right">28</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">17</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Amazon.com, presenting an average target of $238.08, a high estimate of $305.00, and a low estimate of $195.00. Highlighting a 5.83% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $252.82. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001265_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Amazon.com. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Rohit Kulkarni</td>
<td>Roth Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Gawrelski</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$238.00</td>
<td>$201.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Youssef Squali</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Helfstein</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Justin Post</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$248.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Sebastian</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Shmulik</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Helfstein</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Youssef Squali</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shyam Patil</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Pitz</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Justin Post</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Ju</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$249.00</td>
<td>$253.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Erickson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Devitt</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Champion</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Kurnos</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Jones</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ross Sandler</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Mahaney</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Kelley</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$248.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Curtis Shauger</td>
<td>WestPark Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Barton Crockett</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$287.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laura Martin</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Anmuth</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Kurnos</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Jones</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Shmulik</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Ju</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$253.00</td>
<td>$272.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Helfstein</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Kelley</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$248.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nat Schindler</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$306.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Beck</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Pitz</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deepak Mathivanan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Devitt</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lee Horowitz</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$206.00</td>
<td>$287.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ronald Josey</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$273.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Nowak</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Jones</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Champion</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Youssef Squali</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Amazon.com. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Amazon.com compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Amazon.com's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Amazon.com Better</h2>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
<h3>Amazon.com's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Amazon.com's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.62%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Amazon.com's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 11.0%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Amazon.com's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.79%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Amazon.com's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.7%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44, Amazon.com adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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AMZN

49 Analysts Have This To Say About Amazon.com

Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFR#NYSE">CFR</a>) underwent analysis by 6 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $137.67, a high estimate of $155.00, and a low estimate of $105.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 0.12% increase from the previous average price target of $137.50.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001253_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Cullen/Frost Bankers among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Tamayo</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Chiaverini</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Shepard</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Olney</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Cullen/Frost Bankers. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Cullen/Frost Bankers compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Cullen/Frost Bankers's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Cullen/Frost Bankers's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Cullen/Frost Bankers</h2>
Cullen/Frost is a regional US bank with around $50 billion in assets (as of 2024 year-end), and it focuses exclusively on the Texas market. The bank has deep expertise in this market. It has implemented a relationship-based approach to banking that has garnered a strong market share in San Antonio. Cullen/Frost is also expanding into Houston, Dallas, and Austin market regions through branch openings. The bank's sweet spot is small to medium-size Texas-based commercial clients.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Cullen/Frost Bankers's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Cullen/Frost Bankers's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.74%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Cullen/Frost Bankers's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 27.36%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cullen/Frost Bankers's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.83%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cullen/Frost Bankers's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.28%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, Cullen/Frost Bankers adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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The Analyst Verdict: Cullen/Frost Bankers In The Eyes Of 6 Experts

Motorola Solutions's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSI#NYSE">MSI</a>) short percent of float has risen 22.14% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.33 million shares sold short, which is 1.6% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.87 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Motorola Solutions Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001250_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Motorola Solutions has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Motorola Solutions's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Motorola Solutions's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.94%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Short Ideas

Is Motorola Solutions Gaining or Losing Market Support?

Howmet Aerospace's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.04% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 12.14 million shares sold short, which is 3.89% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.7 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Howmet Aerospace Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001244_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Howmet Aerospace has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Howmet Aerospace's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Howmet Aerospace's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.02%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Peering Into Howmet Aerospace's Recent Short Interest

In the preceding three months, 9 analysts have released ratings for Texas Capital Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBI#NASDAQ">TCBI</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Texas Capital Bancshares and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $79.56, accompanied by a high estimate of $90.00 and a low estimate of $70.00. Highlighting a 3.12% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $82.12. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752001242_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Texas Capital Bancshares. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Chiaverini</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Winter</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wood Lay</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Olney</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Rose</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Scouten</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Texas Capital Bancshares. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Texas Capital Bancshares compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Texas Capital Bancshares's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Texas Capital Bancshares's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Texas Capital Bancshares</h2>
Texas Capital Bancshares Inc is a registered bank holding company and a full-service financial services firm that delivers customised solutions to businesses, entrepreneurs and individual customers. It is a secured lender with the majority of the loans held for investment, excluding mortgage finance loans and other national lines of business. Texas Capital has established commercial banking, consumer banking, investment banking and wealth management capabilities.
<h3>Texas Capital Bancshares's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Texas Capital Bancshares's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 9.42% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Texas Capital Bancshares's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 15.24%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Texas Capital Bancshares's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 1.38%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Texas Capital Bancshares's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.14%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45, Texas Capital Bancshares faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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