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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.

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アマゾン（NASDAQ：AMZN）が中古車を自社の「アマゾーンオート(Amazon Autos）」に中古車を取り入れることで、自動車関連の品揃えを拡大する方針である。これは、水曜日にアマゾンオートの ディレクターのファン・ジン(Fan Jin) 氏により発表された。

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最近の市場の売りがけに続く中、Crossbridge Capitalの最高投資責任者であるManish Singh氏は、技術バブルがバーストすることに対する懸念を否定した。これは、世界の市場が8月初旬の大幅な下落から軌道修正しようとしている中で生じた。

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Where Walgreens and Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) failed, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44406845/stephanie-link-amazons-market-share-is-soaring-insights-on-amazon-palo-alto-networks-target-nextera-energy">Amazon</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) aims to succeed. As Americans age, primary healthcare has become an increasingly important target for retailers. However, it has proven elusive to conquer. According to<a href="https://www.costar.com/article/1985588933/amazon-slates-new-markets-for-expansion-of-its-primary-care-network"> CoStar News,</a> Amazon is trying a different approach.&nbsp;
By partnering with hospital chains and offering care to its Prime members —<a href="https://health.amazon.com/prime?ref_=nav_cs_all_health_ingress_onem_h"> currently with an additional cost</a> — it hopes to succeed where others have not. The San Francisco-based Amazon One Medical recently opened its first center in Edgewater, New Jersey. One Medical offers a hybrid virtual and in-person primary care service with further expansion plans in Jersey City and Englewood in New Jersey, Westchester County in New York, and Cleveland planned this year.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Partnering With Major Hospitals</h2>
In New Jersey, One Medical is partnering with Hackensack Meridian Health, the Garden State&#8217;s largest health network, according to CoStar News. In Westchester, it will facilitate treatments for members of the Montefiore Health System and the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
One Medical customers in Edgwater will be offered same-day and next-day in-person appointments and 24/7 virtual care. The facility will treat both short and longterm patients with chronic conditions.
As with other businesses under its umbrella, Amazon is hoping to leverage its vast<a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/1223385/amazon-prime-subscribers-in-the-united-states/"> Prime membership base</a> to build its healthcare business. Currently, Prime members can add One Medical membership for $9 a month or $99 a year. The<a href="https://www.onemedical.com/mediacenter/montefiore-health-system-partnership/#:~:text=Amazon%20One%20Medical%20also%20works,their%20employees%20and%20their%20dependents."> company&#8217;s website</a> states that One Medical also works with 10,000 U.S. employers as part of a benefit package for their workers and their dependents.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reduced Competition</h2>
Two years after buying One Medical for<a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-closes-purchase-of-one-medical-network-of-health-clinics-9ac7993c"> $3.9 billion</a> in February 2023 — one of the company&#8217;s biggest acquisitions — Amazon finds itself with two of its main competitors either out of the race or diminished.
Walmart exited the primary healthcare business last April, closing 51 locations.&nbsp;
"Through our experience managing Walmart Health centers and Walmart Health Virtual Care, we determined there is not a sustainable business model for us to continue," a <a href="https://corporate.walmart.com/news/2024/04/30/walmart-health-is-closing">company statement </a>read. "Escalating operating costs create a lack of profitability that makes the care business unsustainable for us at this time.&#8221;
Walgreens Village MD bought Summit Health and CityMD — an urgent-and-primary-care chain — for<a href="https://www.costar.com/article/1064194916/walgreens-89-billion-villagemd-deal-for-citymd-to-further-shift-americas-healthcare-real-estate?_gl=1&#x2A;1fzbd22&#x2A;_gcl_aw&#x2A;R0NMLjE3NDE5MTUxNTMuQ2owS0NRandoTXEtQmhDRkFSSXNBR3ZvMEtlMnVpUUFMMWJOcVBoazdwWTc5ZmFKV2NZMFp5WlVpVFY1S0VKX212YXpYLWI1cDlmVnRsOGFBdWxXRUFMd193Y0I.&#x2A;_gcl_au&#x2A;MTMxNzg4NDMzNi4xNzQwNTY2NzQ2&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;NDE3MjY0MTgxLjE3NDA1NjY3NDY.&#x2A;_ga_0VBY5KHBRL&#x2A;MTc0MjMyMTkzNC4xNy4xLjE3NDIzMjI1NjMuNTMuMC4w&#x2A;_ga_FZJZNHHEW2&#x2A;MTc0MjMyMTkzNC4xNy4wLjE3NDIzMjE5MzQuNjAuMC4w"> $8.9 billion in 2022</a>. However, recently, it appeared to be<a href="https://www.walgreensbootsalliance.com/news-media/press-releases/2025/wba-definitive-agreement-acquired-by-sycamore-partners#:~:text=Value%20Maximization%20Process%20for%20VillageMD%20Businesses&amp;text=WBA%20shareholders%20will%20receive,%20at,sale%20of%20the%20Divested%20Assets."> divesting from the primary healthcare space</a> and going private, announcing a<a href="https://www.costar.com/article/1510125664/walgreens-goes-private-in-10-billion-deal-to-drive-turnaround?_gl=1&#x2A;1hzyvhb&#x2A;_gcl_aw&#x2A;R0NMLjE3NDE5MTUxNTMuQ2owS0NRandoTXEtQmhDRkFSSXNBR3ZvMEtlMnVpUUFMMWJOcVBoazdwWTc5ZmFKV2NZMFp5WlVpVFY1S0VKX212YXpYLWI1cDlmVnRsOGFBdWxXRUFMd193Y0I.&#x2A;_gcl_au&#x2A;MTMxNzg4NDMzNi4xNzQwNTY2NzQ2&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;NDE3MjY0MTgxLjE3NDA1NjY3NDY.&#x2A;_ga_0VBY5KHBRL&#x2A;MTc0MjMyMTkzNC4xNy4xLjE3NDIzMjM2MDQuNTkuMC4w&#x2A;_ga_FZJZNHHEW2&#x2A;MTc0MjMyMTkzNC4xNy4xLjE3NDIzMjM2MDMuNjAuMC4w"> $10 billion deal</a> with Sycamore Partners.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lawsuits, The Loss Of Google, And A CEO</h2>
The loss of competition doesn&#8217;t mean that Amazon&#8217;s entry into primary healthcare hasn&#8217;t been without problems. Last year, its use of virtual medical visits resulted in a wrongful death lawsuit, which brought into question the efficacy of telehealth in diagnosing problems. According to the <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/12/18/amazon-one-medical-lawsuit-wrongful-death/">Washington Post</a>, the lawsuit alleged poorly trained staff were used, <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/12/18/amazon-one-medical-lawsuit-wrongful-death/">leading to the death</a> of a diabetic patient who was told to buy an inhaler to treat their symptoms.
In July, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44397597/google-to-pay-28-million-to-settle-employee-discrimination-lawsuit-we-continue-to-disagree-with-the-allegations-says-spokesperson">Google</a> announced it would not renew its contract with One Medical, according to<a href="https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/amazon-one-medical-google-contract-loss/722788/"> </a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/google-drops-amazon-one-medical-2024-7">Business Insider</a>. The longstanding agreement gave Google employees access to discounted medical care and was a big loss for One Medial as Google was the company&#8217;s biggest customer, accounting for<a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1404123/000156459021013897/onem-10k_20201231.htm"> 10% of its revenue</a> in 2020, before Amazon, a rival purchased it. That number dropped slightly in 2021, after which One Medical stopped publicly disclosing its finances.&nbsp;
One Medical suffered another setback in March when the chain lost CEO Trent Green, who left to head global insights and strategy firm National Research.
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Amazon Primary Care Is Coming To A Town Near You. E-Commerce Giant Steps Up Healthcare Chain Rollout

Amidst the fast-paced and highly competitive business environment of today, conducting comprehensive company analysis is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) in comparison to its major competitors within the Broadline Retail industry. By analyzing critical financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
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.
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<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>36.76</td>
<td>7.53</td>
<td>3.42</td>
<td>7.34%</td>
<td>$38.55</td>
<td>$37.37</td>
<td>10.49%</td>
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<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>19.56</td>
<td>2.31</td>
<td>2.42</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>7.61%</td>
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<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>12.63</td>
<td>4.63</td>
<td>3.67</td>
<td>9.38%</td>
<td>$29.18</td>
<td>$59.65</td>
<td>44.33%</td>
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<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>56.63</td>
<td>24.87</td>
<td>5.21</td>
<td>15.3%</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
<td>37.42%</td>
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<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>11.49</td>
<td>1.87</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>4.21%</td>
<td>$15.92</td>
<td>$45.04</td>
<td>33.26%</td>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>294.88</td>
<td>10.38</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>3.76%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$2.49</td>
<td>21.4%</td>
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<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.85</td>
<td>6.01</td>
<td>3.24</td>
<td>12.84%</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>0.66%</td>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>8.29</td>
<td>1.54</td>
<td>0.59</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>60.69%</td>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>33.50</td>
<td>3.91</td>
<td>2.94</td>
<td>4.14%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>28.92%</td>
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<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>10.16</td>
<td>3.31</td>
<td>0.91</td>
<td>11.41%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>41.38%</td>
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<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>15.84</td>
<td>3.98</td>
<td>2.44</td>
<td>6.68%</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>19.29%</td>
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<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>14.01</td>
<td>3.57</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>15.61%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>-2.17%</td>
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<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>6.73</td>
<td>0.85</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$3.02</td>
<td>-4.39%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>41.12</td>
<td>2.63</td>
<td>0.76</td>
<td>-0.44%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>5.02%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>9.59</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>45.47%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>31.60</td>
<td>8.30</td>
<td>0.39</td>
<td>7.3%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>6.6%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>38.86</td>
<td>5.23</td>
<td>1.66</td>
<td>7.38%</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$16.25</td>
<td>23.03%</td>
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 </style>Through a thorough examination of Amazon.com, we can discern the following trends: 
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 36.76 is lower than the industry average by 0.95x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
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With a Price to Book ratio of 7.53, which is 1.44x the industry average, Amazon.com might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
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With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.42, which is 2.06x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.34% that is 0.04% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
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With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $38.55 Billion, which is 5.24x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The company has higher gross profit of $37.37 Billion, which indicates 2.3x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company's revenue growth of 10.49% is significantly lower compared to the industry average of 23.03%. This indicates a potential fall in the company's sales performance.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a measure that indicates the level of debt a company has taken on relative to the value of its assets net of liabilities.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In light of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, a comparison between Amazon.com and its top 4 peers reveals the following information:
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Compared to its top 4 peers, Amazon.com has a stronger financial position indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46.
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This suggests that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive attribute by investors.
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</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For the PE, PB, and PS ratios, Amazon.com is considered to have a low PE ratio, indicating potential undervaluation compared to its peers. However, its high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values the company's assets and sales more highly. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Amazon.com shows lower profitability and growth compared to its industry peers, which may impact its overall valuation within the Broadline Retail sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Competitor Analysis: Evaluating Amazon.com And Competitors In Broadline Retail Industry

On Tuesday, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek released its upgraded DeepSeek-V3-0324 model, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/43851567/deepseeks-r1-model-revolutionizes-ai-landscape-says-expert-franklin-burgess" rel="noreferrer noopener">enhancing reasoning and coding abilities</a>.
Available on Hugging Face, the <a target="_blank" href="https://huggingface.co/deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3-0324" rel="noreferrer noopener">model</a> shows improved performance in technical benchmarks, intensifying competition with U.S. leaders like OpenAI and Anthropic.
The updated model has shown improvements across multiple benchmarks, particularly scoring 59.4 on the American Invitational Mathematics Examination, up from 39.6 in its predecessor, according to a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3303798/deepseeks-upgraded-foundational-model-excels-coding-and-maths?firstTimeRegister=true" rel="noreferrer noopener">report </a>by the South China Morning Post.
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It also gained 10 points on LiveCodeBench, reaching a score of 49.2. The new model, with 685 billion parameters, uses an MIT software license, unlike DeepSeek V3, which has 671 billion parameters and a commercial license.
Earlier this year, DeepSeek&#8217;s R1 model disrupted American tech supremacy, sparking debates about Big Tech&#8217;s significant investments in large <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/43851567/deepseeks-r1-model-revolutionizes-ai-landscape-says-expert-franklin-burgess" rel="noreferrer noopener">language models and data centers.</a>
R1 made waves with its performance and lower costs, but analysts reportedly believe DeepSeek&#8217;s biggest impact is encouraging the use of open-source AI models, CNBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/24/china-open-source-deepseek-ai-spurs-innovation-and-adoption.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>. This shift has been a key factor in the company&#8217;s influence on the industry.
Wei Sun, principal analyst at Counterpoint Research, told CNBC that DeepSeek&#8217;s success shows open-source strategies drive faster innovation and wider adoption, with many companies adopting the model. She also mentioned that R1 is influencing China&#8217;s AI scene, prompting major firms like Baidu to open-source their own LLMs in response.
Recently, Kai-Fu Lee, the former head of Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)&nbsp;Google China and founder of AI startup&nbsp;01.AI, said that the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/37179799/elon-musk-taunts-sam-altman-and-openai-over-open-image" rel="noreferrer noopener">rise of open-source AI</a> models like&nbsp;DeepSeek&nbsp;has exposed an existential risk to OpenAI&#8217;s business—and he&#8217;s pivoting his company accordingly.
He questioned the long-term sustainability of OpenAI&#8217;s business model, especially when competing against open-source projects that offer similar quality at a fraction of the cost.
Tim Wang, managing partner at Monolith Management, shared in an <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/24/china-open-source-deepseek-ai-spurs-innovation-and-adoption.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">interview</a> with CNBC that models from companies like DeepSeek have been powerful enablers in China, showing how progress can be made with fewer resources.
He noted that open-source models have reduced costs, allowing for product innovation—an area where Chinese companies excel.
Wang compared this development to the &#8220;Android moment,&#8221; when Google&#8217;s decision to make its operating system&#8217;s source code available sparked innovation in the app ecosystem.
He added that the perception of China being 12 to 24 months behind the U.S. in AI has now shifted to just 3 to 6 months.
This shift in China&#8217;s AI landscape, driven by open-source models like DeepSeek, is changing global competition and challenging traditional business models.
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China's DeepSeek Ups The Heat In OpenAI Rivalry, Upgrades V3 Model Improving Coding And Reasoning Capability

Alibaba Group Holding&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) Chairman Joe Tsai has expressed apprehension about a potential bubble in the AI data center construction sector. 
What Happened: At&nbsp;the HSBC Global Investment Summit&nbsp;in Hong Kong, Tsai cautioned that the rapid expansion of data centers could surpass the early demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services. He pointed out the reckless rush by tech firms, investment funds, and other entities to set up server bases from the U.S. to Asia, potentially leading to numerous projects being developed without a well-defined customer base, reported the <a href="https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3303769/some-ai-related-bets-are-speculative-and-creating-bubble-alibabas-tsai-says">South China Morning Post</a>.
&#8220;People are talking literally about $500 billion, several $100 billion [projects]. I don't think that is entirely necessary,&#8221; Tsai stated. The Alibaba Chair spoke specifically about the AI investments in the U.S.
"I start to get worried when people are building data centers on speculation,&#8221; Tsai added.
Major tech companies like&nbsp;Microsoft Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and&nbsp;SoftBank Group Corp.&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBY#OTC">SFTBY</a>) are investing billions in AI development. Alibaba itself has plans to invest over 380 billion yuan ($70 billion) in AI&nbsp;within the next three years.
Tsai voiced concerns about projects seeking funding without first securing uptake agreements. He specifically pointed out the heavy spending by US companies like&nbsp;Amazon.com, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>),&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), and&nbsp;Meta Platforms Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) on AI infrastructure.
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Why It Matters: Tsai&#8217;s concerns resonate with &nbsp;Edward Yardeni, the President of Yardeni Research who stated that the "AI bubble" <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44371661/ai-bubble-bursting-magnificent-7s-profit-margins-face-pressure-as-capital-spending-can-tumble-in-2025">could be "bursting.&#8221;</a> He stated, "The fear now is that open-source large language models (LLMs) like DeepSeek and Manus, developed in China, require much less powerful semiconductors to operate."
"If so, then AI capital spending will tumble along with the profit margins on AI systems," warned Yardeni.
In February, TD Cowen analysts noted that Microsoft is canceling some U.S. data center leases, raising concerns about potential overinvestment in AI computing capacity.
However, Goldman Sachs analysts predict that AI-related investments in chips and hardware could add $305 billion in revenue by the end of 2025. The analysts also noted that while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44465542/ai-investments-set-to-power-chip-revenue-boom-adoption-rises-among-large-companies-goldman-sachs">tech giants</a> are investing heavily in AI infrastructure, leading to a significant semiconductor revenue boom, most companies are still in the early stages of adoption.
Given these factors, Tsai&#8217;s warning about a potential bubble in data center construction is significant and warrants attention from investors and tech companies alike.
Alibaba holds a momentum rating of 96.04% and a growth rating of 73.41%, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/report/BABA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga&#8217;s Proprietary Edge Rankings</a>. The Benzinga Momentum metric measures a stock's relative strength based on its price movement patterns and volatility over multiple timeframes, ranked as a percentile against other stocks. For an in-depth report on more stocks and insights into growth opportunities,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/screener/top-momentum-stocks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sign</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/screener/top-momentum-stocks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">up for Benzinga Edge.</a>
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Alibaba's Tsai Sounds Alarm On Signs Of AI Bubble In US: 'People Are Building Data Centers On Speculation'

Investors should brace for a potentially transformative year in humanoid robotics, with industry experts forecasting significant technological and market developments in 2025, according to recent insights from leading technology executives and investment analysts.
What Happened: Gene Munster of Deepwater Asset Management believes 2025 will mark a critical inflection point for humanoid robot investments. Drawing parallels to the recent quantum technology surge, Munster suggests the sector could see comparable investor enthusiasm, with key players like Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) positioned to benefit. &#8220;The humanoid trade is set to begin,&#8221; Munster wrote. 
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently projected humanoid robots could become a commercial reality within the next few years, specifically targeting manufacturing as the initial deployment sector. Huang estimates the economic value of a humanoid robot at approximately $100,000, highlighting the potential <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44390083/nvidia-ai-boom-just-beginning-as-blackwell-gains-traction-and-rubin-ultra-raises-the-power-bar-says-gene-munster-investors-are-still-skeptical">cost-effectiveness for industrial applications</a>.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been equally bullish, projecting the company will produce around 5,000 Optimus units this year for internal use, with potential sales to other companies by late 2026. Musk&#8217;s most ambitious projection suggests Optimus could generate over $10 trillion in revenue, a figure he acknowledges sounds &#8220;absolutely insane&#8221; but <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43325888/tesla-likely-to-sell-optimus-to-rival-companies-in-2026-price-point-of-humanoid-robot-to-be-detemined-by-demand-says-ceo-elon-musk">remains confident about</a>.
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Why It Matters: Morgan Stanley&#8217;s research provides additional context, predicting <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44412574/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-sees-humanoid-robots-in-factories-in-less-than-5-years">that 40,000 humanoid robots will work alongside humans</a> in the U.S. by 2030, with projections reaching 8 million by 2040 and 63 million by 2055.
Investors eyeing this emerging market should watch companies like Tesla, Nvidia, and XPeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>), which Munster specifically highlighted as potential beneficiaries of the growing humanoid robot trend.
While massive commercial deployment is not expected until closer to 2030, the groundwork being laid in 2025 could represent a critical investment opportunity in what may become a revolutionary technological sector.
Beyond Tesla, Nvidia, and XPeng, several other publicly traded companies are advancing in the humanoid robotics sector. Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) has integrated Agility Robotics&#8216; bipedal robot Digit into its warehouses, while Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) collaborates with Boston Dynamics on AI-powered humanoid development.
Nvidia&#8217;s stock holds the highest quality rank in the humanoid robotics sector, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVDA">Benzinga Edge rankings</a>. 
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Gene Munster Predicts 2025 As The Year Of Humanoid Investor Hype, Citing Elon Musk And Jensen Huang's Influence—Tesla, Nvidia, And XPeng Poised To Benefit

On Monday, OpenAI rolled out updates to ChatGPT's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39493705/openai-postpones-launch-of-voice-assistant-a-month-after-scarlet-johansson-blasted-the-chatgpt-paren">voice assistant</a>, positioning itself as a serious contender against rivals like Amazon.com, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Alexa and AI startup Sesame.
What Happened: OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT is designed to make the AI assistant more personable, responsive, and less likely to interrupt users mid-sentence.
Manuka Stratta, a post-training researcher at OpenAI, explained the changes in a video posted on YouTube.&nbsp;
&#8220;Because it interrupts you less, you&#8217;ll be able to have more time to gather your thoughts and not feel like you have to fill in all the gaps and silences all the time,&#8221; she stated.
The update improves the assistant's ability to handle real-time voice interactions, addressing a common user complaint that voice AI models often jump in too soon when users pause.
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Free users will now be able to pause mid-conversation without being interrupted while paying subscribers — including those on the Plus, Teams, Edu, Business, and Pro plans — will receive a more advanced version.
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Why It's Important: The update comes amid growing competition in the AI voice assistant space.&nbsp;
OpenAI faces pressure from new entrants like Sesame — an Andreessen Horowitz-backed startup that went viral for its natural-sounding AI voices, Maya and Miles — and Amazon, which is preparing a large language model-powered upgrade to Alexa, <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/24/openai-says-its-ai-voice-assistant-is-now-better-to-chat-with/">noted</a> TechCrunch.
Meanwhile, SoftBank Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBF#OTC">SFTBF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBY#OTC">SFTBY</a>) is reportedly negotiating to spearhead a fresh <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/01/43374528/softbank-may-lead-openais-40-billion-funding-round-at-a-300-billion-valuation-despite-deepseek-disruption-report">investment round for OpenAI</a>, which could bring in $40 billion. If finalized, this funding would value the ChatGPT maker at $300 billion, marking a record-setting deal for a privately held company.
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OpenAI Says It's Making ChatGPT Voice Assistant Sound More Like A Human And It Won't Interrupt As Much

U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced his immediate resignation on Monday, marking a significant shift in leadership for the United States Postal Service amid <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43217100/usps-offers-15k-buyouts-in-overstaffed-facilities-unions-and-critics-weigh-in">challenging market dynamics</a>.
What Happened: DeJoy&#8217;s resignation comes as the USPS faces significant financial challenges, projecting a net loss of $9.5 billion for the fiscal year ending Sep. 30. The agency, which employs 640,000 workers, has seen stamp prices climb 36% since 2019, rising from 50 cents to 73 cents.
The USPS Board of Governors has engaged executive search firm Egon Zehnder to find the 76th Postmaster General. Kevin Yoder, a former Republican congressman, commented on DeJoy&#8217;s departure, <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/03/24/dejoy-stepping-down-usps?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=editorial">according</a> to Axios, stating, &#8220;While we&#8217;re glad to see DeJoy go, the fear is that his mismanagement will continue casting a destructive shadow.&#8221;
The departure comes amid intense discussions about the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42545204/marjorie-taylor-greene-pushes-to-sell-off-usps-amid-doge-momentum-we-need-to-privatize-ive-been-saying-it-for-years">Postal Service&#8217;s future</a>, including potential privatization efforts championed by political figures like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) and supported by the Department of Government Efficiency.
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Why It Matters: The postal service&#8217;s competitive landscape has undergone dramatic transformations, as revealed by Pitney Bowes Inc.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBI#NYSE">PBI</a>) annual U.S. Parcel Shipping Index 2023. 
Among the four largest carriers—USPS, Amazon.com Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Amazon Logistics, UPS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>), and FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>)—only Amazon Logistics experienced year-over-year volume growth, surging 15.7%.
Amazon Logistics has made remarkable strides, nearly tripling its shipping volumes from 2 billion to 5.9 billion parcels between 2019 and 2023. 
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Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Resigns Amid $9.5 Billion Loss And Growing As USPS Faces Competitive Heat From Amazon, FedEX And UPS

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) shares traded higher on Monday amid overall market strength on reports that upcoming tariffs may be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44458244/tech-sector-to-see-major-impact-from-tariffs-and-teslas-delivery-numbers-says-top-analyst-calls-april-2-as-the-vortex-day">fewer than expected</a>.
What To Know: According to <a href="https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-tariff-reciprocal-deadline-industrial-delay-97508838">The Wall Street Journal</a>, President Donald Trump and his administration are exploring excluding certain sectors from upcoming April 2 tariffs.
Trump is set to impose reciprocal tariffs on multiple countries on April 2, a date he's referred to as &#8220;Liberation Day.&#8221; Specifically, the White House is considering withholding tariffs on certain sectors, including automobiles, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. However, the specific sectors to be excluded have not yet been revealed.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mentioned the administration aims to impose tariffs on about 15% of countries with continual trade imbalances with the U.S., a group sometimes known as the &#8220;dirty 15.&#8221; While the specific nations haven't been revealed, Bessent noted the countries represent a huge portion of the U.S.'s foreign trade.
Amazon shares may be trading higher following news of potentially fewer tariffs, as more targeted measures could mean less disruption to Amazon&#8217;s supply chain. Additionally, the potential exclusion of sectors such as semiconductors could reduce costs for Amazon's electronics and consumer goods, potentially boosting the company's profits.
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What's Going On With Amazon Stock Monday?

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Shares of retail, apparel, and e-commerce companies are trading higher amid overall market strength on reports of potentially narrowed or targeted tariffs, which may be easing investor concerns.

Market turmoil due to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">tariffs is shaking up stocks</a>, but Hightower Advisors Chief Investment Strategist and Portfolio Manager Stephanie Link sees opportunity in the chaos.
With $5.4 billion in assets under management, Link is putting money to work in four stocks she believes have strong upside: Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>), Target Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) and NextEra Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>).
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Amazon: Dominating Retail Even In Uncertain Times</h1>
"In terms of retail, the big are getting bigger," Link says. "Amazon actually grew their market share 410 basis points in the past quarter, and profitability is on the rise."
Link sees further acceleration in Amazon's growth in the second half of the year, despite some capacity constraints. She believes its continued margin expansion and dominance in e-commerce make it a standout pick for long-term investors.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Palo Alto Networks: A Cybersecurity Bargain?</h1>
"I only started buying Palo Alto last month, as I am a big believer in cybersecurity, and Palo Alto is one of the top five players in the sector," Link explains.
She notes that while the stock is down 14% since her initial purchase, its push into platformization could unlock a $15 billion annualized recurring revenue opportunity. With a valuation still cheaper than CrowdStrike's, she views Palo Alto as a compelling long-term buy.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Target: A Retail Recovery Play</h1>
"Target may seem like a bit of a risk, as they're currently down 24% since February, but we are seeing hints of improvement," says Link.
The retailer has struggled with product mix and declining traffic, but recent quarters have shown signs of a turnaround. Link believes that if Target can build on this momentum and deliver consistent results, investor confidence will return.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Nextera Energy: A Rare Discount On A Top Utility</h1>
"I had never owned Nextera because it has always been too expensive, on average trading at 30 times price-to-sales, but it is now trading at 18 times and is down 15% from its high," Link says.
She highlights its joint venture with GE Vernova, which focuses on natural gas plants and energy solutions for data centers, as a strong long-term driver. With a solid balance sheet and a rare discount, Link sees Nextera as a compelling buy at these levels.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">A Strategic Buy-the-Dip Approach</h1>
Link's strategy highlights a key theme — finding quality companies with strong fundamentals at a discount.
As the market reacts to tariff uncertainty, she's taking advantage of price swings to add to positions she believes will outperform in the long run. 
Investors looking for buying opportunities amid the chaos may want to take notes from this billion-dollar fund's latest moves.
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Buy-the-Dip Strategy Amid Market Chaos: Why A Billion Dollar Fund Is Buying These Four Stocks

Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives discusses the benefits for software companies from the AI spending phase.
In recent weeks, the analyst has been tracking enterprise AI spending in 2025, focusing on use cases and identifying leading vendors. AI now makes up about 12% of many IT budgets, up from 10% in January, with some CIOs accelerating their AI strategies.
Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) chips and cloud providers are central to AI deployments, and for every $1 spent on Nvidia, there is an $8-$10 impact across the broader tech ecosystem.
Around 70% of companies have increased their AI budgets, signaling rapid tech spending despite economic uncertainties.
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The analyst has been tracking AI adoption across industries like financial services, healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing.
Many IT departments are focusing on large-scale AI deployments with Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Alphabet Inc&#8216;s Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), targeting software-driven use cases.
While customers were still in the strategy phase in late 2024, there is a shift in recent weeks, with high-priority AI use cases now being rapidly implemented across various sectors in 2025. Amid the widespread buzz in the software industry about monetizing AI, a select group of companies is beginning to stand out from the crowd.
The software sector is poised for significant growth as the AI Revolution accelerates, with the adoption of generative AI and LLM models becoming key drivers.
The analyst sees Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) and Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) as top software plays amid the AI Revolution for 2025, with other vendors like Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), Snowflake Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>), Elastic N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESTC#NYSE">ESTC</a>), MongoDB, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>) and Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) also well-positioned.
IBM&#8217;s cloud penetration has been particularly successful, presenting a major monetization opportunity. Despite investor skepticism, the analyst said the accelerating AI adoption in enterprises will benefit the software industry in 2025. The analyst also added IBM to the Wedbush Best Ideas List, reflecting higher confidence.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$59.9K</td>
<td>17.3K</td>
<td>75.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$629.2K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABNB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>427</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>THO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$53.4K</td>
<td>97</td>
<td>381</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$38.5K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td>315</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$47.4K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>199</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td>169</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NKE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$28.3K</td>
<td>505</td>
<td>165</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$37.0K</td>
<td>152</td>
<td>138</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BROS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$27.5K</td>
<td>716</td>
<td>120</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 74 contract(s) at a $275.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.9K, with a price of $810.0 per contract. There were 17303 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 75598 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 24 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 499 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $629.2K, with a price of $1261.0 per contract. There were 2614 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1010 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ABNB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 88 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 65 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.0K, with a price of $555.0 per contract. There were 3349 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 427 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For THO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THO#NYSE">THO</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 24 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 137 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $53.4K, with a price of $390.0 per contract. There were 97 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 381 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 298 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 70 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.5K, with a price of $552.0 per contract. There were 6146 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 315 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 116 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 79 contract(s) at a $225.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.4K, with a price of $600.0 per contract. There were 2919 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 199 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 116 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 40 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $731.0 per contract. There were 3495 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 169 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NKE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 361 day(s) on March 20, 2026. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 14 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.3K, with a price of $283.0 per contract. There were 505 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 165 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 53 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 24 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.0K, with a price of $1543.0 per contract. There were 152 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 138 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BROS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 24 day(s) on April 17, 2025. Parties traded 17 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 17 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.5K, with a price of $1620.0 per contract. There were 716 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 120 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Consumer Discretionary Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

In today's rapidly changing and highly competitive business world, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully assess companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) against its key competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
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.
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<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>35.48</td>
<td>7.27</td>
<td>3.30</td>
<td>7.34%</td>
<td>$38.55</td>
<td>$37.37</td>
<td>10.49%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>19.61</td>
<td>2.32</td>
<td>2.43</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>7.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>12.46</td>
<td>4.57</td>
<td>3.62</td>
<td>9.38%</td>
<td>$29.18</td>
<td>$59.65</td>
<td>44.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>55.59</td>
<td>24.41</td>
<td>5.11</td>
<td>15.3%</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
<td>37.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>11.37</td>
<td>1.85</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>4.21%</td>
<td>$15.92</td>
<td>$45.04</td>
<td>33.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>291.75</td>
<td>10.27</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>3.76%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$2.49</td>
<td>21.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.65</td>
<td>5.94</td>
<td>3.20</td>
<td>12.84%</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>0.66%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>8.21</td>
<td>1.52</td>
<td>0.59</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>60.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>33.11</td>
<td>3.86</td>
<td>2.91</td>
<td>4.14%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>28.92%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>19.02</td>
<td>4.44</td>
<td>3.10</td>
<td>6.68%</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>19.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>9.59</td>
<td>3.12</td>
<td>0.86</td>
<td>11.41%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>41.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>13.99</td>
<td>3.53</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>15.51%</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$1.31</td>
<td>24.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>6.40</td>
<td>0.81</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>63.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>41.24</td>
<td>2.64</td>
<td>0.76</td>
<td>-0.44%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>5.02%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>8.45</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>45.47%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>33.20</td>
<td>8.72</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>7.3%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>6.6%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>38.71</td>
<td>5.22</td>
<td>1.69</td>
<td>7.37%</td>
<td>$7.32</td>
<td>$16.16</td>
<td>29.34%</td>
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 </style>After a detailed analysis of Amazon.com, the following trends become apparent: 
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With a Price to Earnings ratio of 35.48, which is 0.92x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
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The elevated Price to Book ratio of 7.27 relative to the industry average by 1.39x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.3, surpassing the industry average by 1.95x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
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With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.34% that is 0.03% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
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The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $38.55 Billion, which is 5.27x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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With higher gross profit of $37.37 Billion, which indicates 2.31x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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With a revenue growth of 10.49%, which is much lower than the industry average of 29.34%, the company is experiencing a notable slowdown in sales expansion.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742828438_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio helps evaluate the capital structure and financial leverage of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By evaluating Amazon.com against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
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When comparing the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com is in a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
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The company has a lower level of debt relative to its equity, indicating a more favorable balance between the two with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For the PE, PB, and PS ratios, Amazon.com is considered to have a low PE ratio, indicating potential undervaluation compared to its peers. However, its high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values the company's assets and sales highly relative to its earnings. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Amazon.com shows lower profitability and growth compared to its industry peers, which may impact its overall valuation within the Broadline Retail sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Insights Into Amazon.com's Performance Versus Peers In Broadline Retail Sector

Gene Munster, managing partner at&nbsp;Deepwater Asset Management, has expressed concern over the potential impact of new tariffs on the tech sector, particularly on &#8220;Mag Seven&#8221; stocks.
What Happened: Speaking to CNBC on Monday, Munster noted that most of the &#8220;Mag Seven&#8221; tech stocks have been on a downward trend this year, with Meta being the only exception. He anticipates that the sector could face additional pressure as new tariffs are set to take effect on April 2. Munster called April 2 the &#8216;Vortex Day&#8217; and stated that this date is also significant as Tesla&#8217;s delivery numbers, expected to be weaker than anticipated, will be released.
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While Munster believes&nbsp;that the market is in&nbsp;the early stages of a&nbsp;two-year bull run, he warns that&nbsp;any economic downturn could disrupt&nbsp;this trajectory. He also suggests&nbsp;that long-term investors may benefit&nbsp;despite short-term volatility.
The upcoming tariffs and Tesla&#8217;s delivery numbers are expected to have a significant impact on the market, particularly for companies like&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and&nbsp;Apple Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>),&nbsp;which are more directly affected&nbsp;by the tariffs.&nbsp;
The Deepwater manager stated that the tech stocks haven&#8217;t reached their bottom yet and are poised to go higher by the end of 2025, thus suggesting that long-term investors may benefit despite short-term volatility.
SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/25/03/44456844/teledyne-lands-7-8-million-saudi-deal-for-high-tech-truck-mounted-surveillance-systems">Teledyne Lands $7.8 Million Saudi Deal For High-Tech Truck-Mounted Surveillance Systems</a>
Why It Matters: Considering the historical trend, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/03/44443817/april-could-spark-a-tech-rally-for-these-three-magnificent-7-giants-if-history-has-a-say">three key members</a> of the Magnificent Seven, including Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), have consistently delivered strong April returns, making the coming weeks potentially pivotal for traders looking to buy on recent dips. Munster believes that March is going to be a tough quarter for Tesla, though.
Munster dismisses the notion that Musk should take a different approach, arguing that Musk is making decisions in Tesla's long-term best interest. Despite the challenges, Tesla's stock&nbsp;remains resilient, trading at high&nbsp;valuations, which Munster sees as&nbsp;a testament to investor confidence&nbsp;in the company's long-term vision.&nbsp;
He highlights Tesla's focus on AI and robotics, particularly its Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Optimus humanoid robot projects, as key elements of its future strategy.
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Tech Sector To See Major Impact From Tariffs And Tesla's Delivery Numbers, Says Top Analyst: Calls April 2 As The 'Vortex Day'

The U.S. economy stands at a critical juncture. Mounting recession fears are colliding with the possibility of a technology-fueled productivity boom that could reshape the decade and power the stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">market to new heights.</a>
In a note shared Monday, Ed Yardeni, one of Wall Street's most enduring bulls, said the U.S. economy faces "a fork in the road." The Yardeni Research president gives a 65% probability of a so-called Roaring 2020s scenario and a 35% chance of a more stagnant, stagflationary outcome, including a recession.
"We've decided to fold our 1990s meltup/meltdown scenario into our Roaring 2020s scenario," Yardeni said. 
"The current correction in the stock market suggests that the former has played out already, as the bull market's highflyers have been hit hardest."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's Behind The Current Market Correction?</h3>
Markets have clearly been rattled. The S&amp;P 500 index — as tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) — has declined 10.1% from its Feb. 19 peak through Mar. 13, while the Nasdaq 100, tracked by the Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), has slid 11.8% since its Dec. 16 high.
&#8220;The Magnificent-7 stocks led the recent rout,&#8221; Yardeni said.
The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#NYSE">MAGS</a>)—tracking the elite group of tech giants like Microsoft Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Amazon Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) —has dropped 18.8% from its Dec. 17 peak.
This contrasts with the Defiance Large Cap ex-Mag 7 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXMAGS#NYSE">EXMAGS</a>), often referred to as the "S&amp;P 493," which is down just 6% since mid-February. The sharper decline in tech mega caps signals that the stock market correction is concentrated among prior highflyers.
These types of corrections—defined as 10%-20% pullbacks—typically reflect rising fears of an economic downturn.
Yet Yardeni stressed that forward earnings for the S&amp;P 500 continue to hit record highs, suggesting that Wall Street analysts remain more optimistic than investors. That divergence, he said, can be attributed to analysts being closely tied to corporate guidance, which often downplays macro fears.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"> Two-Sided Outlook: Stagflation Or Productivity Boom?</h3>
Yardeni raised his recession probability to 35% earlier this month, attributing the increase to a "Trump Turmoil 2.0" characterized by tariff threats and political instability. Yet, his base case remains anchored in optimism.
In his Roaring 2020s scenario, Yardeni sees real GDP growth fueled by a 2% annual increase in productivity and labor force growth of 0.5%-1%, supporting potential economic expansion of 2.5%-3% annually. 
That would keep inflation in check, lift profit margins, boost wages and purchasing power, and ultimately push the S&amp;P 500 to 10,000 by the decade&#8217;s end.
"This includes the possibility of a rebound in the former highflyers," Yardeni said, suggesting tech stocks could still have room to run once market jitters subside.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What The Fed And Markets Are Pricing In</h3>
The Federal Reserve's March dot plot revealed that policymakers are still anticipating two rate cuts in 2024, followed by two in 2025 and one more in 2027. 
The longer-run federal funds rate remains anchored at 3%. These projections, along with the downgrade in real GDP forecasts to 1.7% for 2025, reflect the Fed's view of a soft landing. They also acknowledge the economic drags coming from tighter fiscal policy and potential trade disruptions.
Fed officials trimmed their real GDP growth expectations across the board: 
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The Fed also raised its inflation forecast for core personal consumption expenditures, the central bank's preferred inflation gauge, to 2.8% for year-end 2024, up from 2.5% in December.
Kalshi, a prediction market regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, shows a 40% probability of a U.S. recession in 2025. That&#8217;s slightly higher than Yardeni's 35% estimate. These odds have ticked higher recently, mirroring growing concern over macro headwinds and geopolitical noise.
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US Economy Faces 'Fork In The Road': Is Yardeni's 'Roaring 2020s' Still Possible?

Mark Cuban, the billionaire investor, has raised concerns about the potential&nbsp;impact of new U.S. trade&nbsp;policies on Amazon Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) global supply chain. 
What Happened: In a post on X, Cuban referred to a post by Ryan Petersen about the potential effects of reciprocal tariffs on&nbsp;non-tariff barriers in countries like&nbsp;China and India. Cuban&#8217;s question on Amazon points to these policies possibly disrupting the e-commerce giant&#8217;s global supply chain which is heavily dependent on China and increases its operational costs by eliminating the $800 de minimis exemption. 
This could affect Amazon&#8217;s low-margin e-commerce business, which&nbsp;relies heavily on international imports.
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In another post, Cuban replies to a user who asks why U.S. trading partners impose tariffs if they are considered bad. The investor explains that he is not against tariffs, he also agrees that they could boost domestic industry, but emphasizes their strategic use. &#8220;If you want to use them to offset income taxes, that's a different purpose,&#8221; states Cuban.
Cuban, referencing a podcast by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, argues that using tariffs to replace taxes on overtime, social security and tips requires heavy tariffs on many products, which may disproportionately burden those whose taxes aren't reduced, like low-income individuals.
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Why It Matters: This is not the first time that Cuban has expressed concerns about trade policies. Previously, he has criticized the Trump administration for causing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44352317/mark-cuban-slams-trump-administration-for-inflicting-economic-struggles-on-a-majority-of-republican-supporters-this-could-flip-voters">economic struggles </a>for a majority of Republican supporters due to tariffs. He suggested that the economic pain inflicted on red states could flip voters.
Retaliatory tariffs from countries such as China, Canada, and those in Europe, aimed at pressuring President Donald Trump to reconsider his strategy, have targeted industries employing about 7.75 million people nationwide. Of these jobs, 4.48 million are in counties that supported Trump in the last election, according to a New York Times analysis.
With the new trade policies&nbsp;expected to address trade imbalances&nbsp;by April 2025, Cuban&#8217;s concerns highlight the potential challenges that companies like Amazon might face in the near term. However, Amazon&#8217;s&nbsp;profit primarily comes from Amazon&nbsp;Web Services, accounting for 74% of its revenue as of 2024. Therefore, while the&nbsp;tariffs may raise operational costs,&nbsp;the financial impact might be&nbsp;mitigated by its cloud computing&nbsp;revenue.
Amazon stock lost nearly 8% over the past month. It closed at $196.21 on Friday, as per <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Billionaire Investor Mark Cuban Questions Fate Of Amazon Amid Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs: 'It's About How You Use Them'

The U.S. Commerce Department has reportedly banned&nbsp;Chinese artificial intelligence&nbsp;model&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44368717/chinas-deepseek-sparks-national-security-alarm-do-not-download-view-access-any-applications" rel="noreferrer noopener">DeepSeek</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44368717/chinas-deepseek-sparks-national-security-alarm-do-not-download-view-access-any-applications" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;on government devices</a>.
Technology
Google parent&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) inked an agreement to&nbsp;acquire&nbsp;cloud security firm&nbsp;Wiz&nbsp;for<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44376743/google-parent-alphabet-to-acquire-wiz-in-32-billion-deal-its-biggest-bet-yet" rel="noreferrer noopener"> $32 billion in an all-cash deal</a>.
Young Liu, the CEO of&nbsp;Foxconn (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXCOF#OTC">FXCOF</a>), also known as&nbsp;Hon Hai Technology, has publicly criticized President&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8217;s&nbsp;tariff policy, warning it&#8217;s creating chaos for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44349466/trump-trade-policy-a-big-headache-for-customers-says-apple-supplier-foxconns-ceo-very-very-hard-to-predict-how-things-will-develop" rel="noreferrer noopener">tech giants like </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44349466/trump-trade-policy-a-big-headache-for-customers-says-apple-supplier-foxconns-ceo-very-very-hard-to-predict-how-things-will-develop" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apple </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44349466/trump-trade-policy-a-big-headache-for-customers-says-apple-supplier-foxconns-ceo-very-very-hard-to-predict-how-things-will-develop" rel="noreferrer noopener">and </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44349466/trump-trade-policy-a-big-headache-for-customers-says-apple-supplier-foxconns-ceo-very-very-hard-to-predict-how-things-will-develop" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon.com, Inc</a>.&nbsp;
As the AI race intensifies,&nbsp;Baidu, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIDU#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>) has positioned itself as a serious contender by launching two new <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44349635/baidu-says-its-new-ai-is-smarter-than-deepseeks-and-costs-half-as-much-excellent-multimodal-understanding-ability" rel="noreferrer noopener">models it says rival top competitors</a>.
Once a&nbsp;potential acquisition target&nbsp;for&nbsp;Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>),&nbsp;iRobot Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRBT#NASDAQ">IRBT</a>) — the maker of&nbsp;Roomba&nbsp;— is now playing catch-up to hold <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44349807/amazon-pursued-roomba-parent-once-but-now-the-companys-robot-vacuums-face-heat-from-chinese-rivals" rel="noreferrer noopener">its ground against Chinese competitors</a>.
On The Late Show with&nbsp;Stephen Colbert,&nbsp;LinkedIn&nbsp;co-founder and tech entrepreneur&nbsp;Reid Hoffman&nbsp;voiced concern about&nbsp;Elon Musk&#8217;s&nbsp;growing influence over&nbsp;U.S. government operations, warning that treating public service like a startup <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44369839/linkedin-co-founder-reid-hoffman-tells-stephen-colbert-why-elon-musk-running-the-doge-department-like-a-business-should-worry-us-all-government-and-companies-are-not-the-same" rel="noreferrer noopener">could come with serious consequences</a>.
Just days ahead of its expected unveiling,&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)&nbsp;subsidiary&nbsp;Google's Pixel 9a&nbsp;has appeared in full in hands-on video reviews, revealing the budget phone&#8217;s refreshed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44372020/google-pixel-9a-fully-leaks-in-hands-on-videos-before-launchflat-design-48mp-camera-and-5100mah-battery-revealed" rel="noreferrer noopener">design and upgraded specs</a>.
SoundHound AI, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>) is presenting its conversational AI voice technology this week at the 2025 NVIDIA GPU Technology <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/events/25/03/44380519/soundhound-ai-at-2025-nvidia-gpu-technology-conference-in-car-voice-commerce-ecosystem-a-game-changer-for-automotivetech" rel="noreferrer noopener">Conference (GTC) in&nbsp;San Jose, California</a>.&nbsp;
A&nbsp;new memoir by a former&nbsp;Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) executive reveals how&nbsp;Facebook's massive campaign to promote Free Basics in India was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44351682/meta-whistleblower-reveals-how-a-low-ranking-indian-official-outsmarted-mark-zuckerberg-and-crushed-facebooks-free-basics-with-one-single-click" rel="noreferrer noopener">ultimately undone by a single click</a>.
A renowned industry analyst has said that&nbsp;Nvidia Corp.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) GTC 2025 conference&nbsp;could serve as a key turning point for its stock—but only if the company tackles investor concerns around its next-gen AI chips, server <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44352209/gtc-2025-could-reignite-nvidias-stock-rally-but-only-if-b300-ai-server-roadmap-and-scaling-concerns-are-addressed-says-top-analyst" rel="noreferrer noopener">production, and the future of scaling laws</a>.
Nvidia is betting big on embodied AI, with a generalist robot brain that mimics human cognition and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44390580/nvidia-just-unveiled-a-humanoid-ai-brain-which-allows-robots-to-think-slow-jensen-huang-says-this-could-very-well-likely-be-the-largest-industry-of-all" rel="noreferrer noopener">could help fill a growing labor gap</a>.
Nvidia just landed another heavyweight deal—this time with&nbsp;General Motors Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>)—and it&#8217;s one that could shake <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/03/44399929/how-the-nvidia-gm-partnership-could-challenge-tesla-boost-uber" rel="noreferrer noopener">up&nbsp;the autonomous driving race.</a>
At the GTC 2025 conference in San Jose,&nbsp;Nvidia announced that the company&#8217;s newly released open-source software,&nbsp;Dynamo, can make China&#8217;s&nbsp;DeepSeek R1&nbsp;AI model 30 times faster <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44393971/nvidia-says-dynamo-can-make-deepseek-r1-30x-faster-with-blackwell-months-after-the-ai-model-sparked-selloff-leading-to-a-600-billion-drop-in-its-market-cap" rel="noreferrer noopener">when run on its latest&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44393971/nvidia-says-dynamo-can-make-deepseek-r1-30x-faster-with-blackwell-months-after-the-ai-model-sparked-selloff-leading-to-a-600-billion-drop-in-its-market-cap" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blackwell GPU</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44393971/nvidia-says-dynamo-can-make-deepseek-r1-30x-faster-with-blackwell-months-after-the-ai-model-sparked-selloff-leading-to-a-600-billion-drop-in-its-market-cap" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;chips</a>.
Nvidia Corporation&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Jensen Huang&nbsp;dismissed reports that the company is involved in any&nbsp;negotiations to take over&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44409577/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-shuts-down-rumors-of-intel-foundry-takeover-nobodys-invited-us-to-a-consortium" rel="noreferrer noopener">Intel Corp's</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44409577/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-shuts-down-rumors-of-intel-foundry-takeover-nobodys-invited-us-to-a-consortium" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) foundry operations</a>.
Short seller The Bear Cave has taken a swipe at Ibotta Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBTA#NYSE">IBTA</a>) in a new report highlighting slowing growth and collapsing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44420450/short-seller-says-ibotta-is-a-broken-business-bound-for-lower-share-prices" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">customer and employee relationships</a>.
Smartphones/Electronics
Apple Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is reportedly entering its annual Top 100 executive retreat this week. This comes amid&nbsp;mounting criticism over&nbsp;the company&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44350512/apples-ai-crisis-reaches-boiling-point-ahead-of-top-100-executive-retreat-tim-cook-and-key-execs-called-out-over-siri-failure-by-top-analyst" rel="noreferrer noopener">stalled artificial intelligence efforts</a>.
Security researchers found that the&nbsp;Passwords&nbsp;app introduced with&nbsp;Apple&#8217;s iOS 18&nbsp;was using unencrypted HTTP connections, exposing users to potential phishing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44390868/apples-new-passwords-app-left-users-exposed-to-phishing-attacks-for-months-due-to-serious-http-flaw-researchers-reveal" rel="noreferrer noopener">attacks until a quiet fix was issued</a>.
Eric Migicovsky, the creator of the original&nbsp;Pebble&nbsp;smartwatch, has said&nbsp;Apple&#8217;s&nbsp;iOS&nbsp;restrictions&nbsp;stifle innovation&nbsp;and make building third-<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44411733/pebble-founder-echoes-mark-zuckerbergs-concerns-slams-apple-for-making-it-nearly-impossible-to-build-smartwatches-that-work-with-iphone" rel="noreferrer noopener">party wearables a painful uphill battle</a>.
After months of investor frustration,&nbsp;Samsung Electronics Co.&#8217;s&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) leadership is once&nbsp;again on the defensive—this time pledging bold moves to recover <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44390468/samsung-apologizes-yet-again-for-ai-missteps-promises-major-deals-as-shareholders-fume-over-plunging-stock-our-company-failed-to" rel="noreferrer noopener">lost ground in AI and chip dominance</a>.
Qualcomm&nbsp;Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) has launched three new Snapdragon G-series platforms designed to elevate handheld gaming <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44392577/qualcomm-makes-a-renewed-push-into-handheld-gaming-unveils-3-new-snapdragon-g-series-gaming-chipsets" rel="noreferrer noopener">experiences across various platforms</a>.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
A new study suggests artificial intelligence has officially passed the meme Turing Test, with large language models now generating memes rated funnier <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44369538/ai-just-passed-the-meme-turing-test-study-finds-llms-now-create-funnier-memes-than-most-humans" rel="noreferrer noopener">than those created by the average human</a>.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride in the world of artificial intelligence (AI). From Google&#8217;s ambitious 100-day AI sprint to OpenAI&#8217;s legal troubles, Nvidia&#8217;s AI advancements, and concerns over an AI bubble, the industry has seen it all. Let&#8217;s dive into the details.
Google&#8217;s 100-Day AI Sprint
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google took on a 100-day challenge to develop a rival to ChatGPT. The project, named Bard, was led by Sissie Hsiao, a Google veteran with over 16 years of experience. The team&#8217;s objective was to counter the rising popularity of OpenAI's ChatGPT.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44447804/a-peek-inside-googles-100-day-ai-sprint-how-gemini-went-from-generating-controversial-images-to-emerging-as-a-chatgpt-rival">Read the full article here.</a>
Legal Action Against OpenAI
A Norwegian man, Arve Hjalmar Holmen, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI led by Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT falsely accused him of murdering his children. The false claim was discovered when Holmen asked ChatGPT about himself.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44447760/sam-altman-led-openai-faces-legal-action-after-chatgpt-hallucination-claims-man-murdered-his-childrendigital-rights-group-says-it-violates-eu-law">Read the full article here.</a>
Nvidia&#8217;s Humanoid AI Brain
Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) unveiled Groot N1, a new foundation model for humanoid robots, at GTC 2025. The company&#8217;s CEO, Jensen Huang, believes this development in embodied AI could potentially fill a growing labor gap and become the largest industry.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44390580/nvidia-just-unveiled-a-humanoid-ai-brain-which-allows-robots-to-think-slow-jensen-huang-says-this-could-very-well-likely-be-the-largest-industry-of-all">Read the full article here.</a>
Nvidia and General Motors Partnership
Nvidia&#8217;s CEO, Jensen Huang, announced a partnership with General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) for its self-driving segment at the GPU Technology Conference (GTC). Huang declared that the era of autonomous vehicles has arrived.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44383445/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-announces-gm-partnership-the-time-for-autonomous-vehicles-has-arrived">Read the full article here.</a>
Concerns Over AI Bubble
The &#8216;Magnificent 7&#8217; companies, including Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), are expected to spend over $330 billion on AI infrastructure in 2025. However, China's AI breakthrough, despite the chip shortage, could affect these targets, potentially impacting profitability.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44371661/ai-bubble-bursting-magnificent-7s-profit-margins-face-pressure-as-capital-spending-can-tumble-in-2025">Read the full article here.</a>
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This story was generated using <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/benzinga-neuro">Benzinga Neuro</a> and edited by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/Rounak-Jain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rounak Jain</a>

Google's AI Sprint, OpenAI Legal Drama, Nvidia's AI Innovations, And AI Bubble Concerns: This Week In Artificial Intelligence

Former Waymo CEO John Krafcik isn't convinced Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is ready to roll out its long-promised robotaxi service. In a recent <a href="https://www.manager-magazin.de/unternehmen/autoindustrie/tesla-ex-waymo-ceo-haelt-den-start-eines-robotaxi-im-juni-fuer-illusorisch-a-54e1ff98-ff94-4d13-be43-a4ca253c30f0?giftToken=7ecd1cec-2b36-4ebf-bfa2-381da84482f7">interview</a> with Germany&#8217;s Manager Magazine, Krafcik took aim at Tesla's Cybercab concept, arguing that the company lacks the necessary technology and design to operate a safe and effective autonomous taxi fleet.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;A Serious Robotaxi Wouldn't Look Like This&#8217;</h2>
Krafcik, who led Waymo from 2015 to 2021, criticized the Cybercab's design, calling it impractical for a true robotaxi service. He pointed out that Tesla's approach lacks key features like redundant sensors, high-resolution cameras, and cleaning mechanisms for essential equipment.
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"If a company were serious about building a safe robotaxi business, the robotaxi wouldn't look anything like this prototype," Krafcik said. "A serious robotaxi would demonstrate the primacy of safety; the manufacturer would place sensors in optimal positions—on the roof, as well as on the sides and corners of the vehicle. These sensors would also have cleaning and drying functions—windshield wipers, compressed air nozzles, and so on."
He also questioned the logic of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42548657/tesla-design-chief-says-ev-giant-was-looking-to-create-future-version-of-nycs-yellow-cabs-with-gold-cybercab-it-feels-right">Cybercab's low-slung coupe design</a>, arguing that ease of access should be a priority for a public-use vehicle.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;Many Ways To Fake A Robotaxi Service&#8217;</h2>
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has promised a robotaxi network for nearly a decade, yet no Tesla vehicle has received approval for fully driverless, paid ride-hailing services. Krafcik didn't hold back his skepticism, suggesting Tesla could use alternative methods to create the appearance of an autonomous taxi fleet.
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"There are many ways to fake a robotaxi service," he said, mentioning techniques such as teleoperation, lead-and-follow cars, and highly restricted operating areas.
Krafcik implied Tesla may ultimately fail to deliver a true robotaxi experience and simply add another missed milestone to Musk's long list of ambitious promises.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Waymo Leads The Robotaxi Race, Tesla Still Lags</h2>
While Tesla has yet to deploy a driverless taxi service, Waymo has already <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44349240/googles-waymo-leads-robotaxi-race-with-2-millon-paid-rides-zoox-challenges-tesla-for-second-spot-as-unsupervised-autonomy-becomes-table-stakes-says-gary-black">completed over 2 million</a> paid robotaxi rides in cities like Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. According to investment manager Gary Black, Waymo remains the clear leader in the space, with Amazon-owned (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Zoox emerging as a strong challenger. Meanwhile, China's Baidu has already logged 9 million paid robotaxi rides across multiple cities, including Hong Kong.
Tesla's biggest hurdle is its lack of Level 4 or Level 5 autonomy, which prevents it from launching a fully unsupervised ride-hailing service. Even with a fleet of over 7 million vehicles worldwide, Tesla faces regulatory barriers that companies like Waymo and Zoox have already overcome.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Public Skepticism Remains High</h2>
A 2024 J.D. Power <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/business/press-releases/2024-us-robotaxi-experience-study">study</a> found that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/10/41279865/elon-musk-may-unveil-teslas-robotaxi-but-consumers-respond-with-ehhh-new-study-reveals-skepticism-ne">76% of people who had ridden</a> in a robotaxi felt good about the technology, but only 20% of those who hadn't tried one felt the same way. The study also showed that just living in a city where robotaxis operate made people more comfortable with the idea. This shows that the more people see and use robotaxis, the more they trust them.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Highway Driving</h2>
Krafcik also questioned a common idea in the self-driving car industry. Many people think driving in the city is the hardest because of traffic, pedestrians, and random obstacles. But he said highway driving might actually be even more difficult.
"Almost all of the challenging circumstances and vulnerable road users found in cities also exist on highways—only less frequently," Krafcik said. "The rarity doesn't make things easier—it makes them more difficult." He pointed to cyclists, scooters, and pedestrians occasionally appearing on highways, making high-speed autonomy more demanding in terms of perception, behavior prediction, and path planning.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Can Tesla Prove The Doubters Wrong?</h2>
Tesla plans to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/10/41279865/elon-musk-may-unveil-teslas-robotaxi-but-consumers-respond-with-ehhh-new-study-reveals-skepticism-ne">unveil its robotaxi service in June</a>, but skepticism remains high. Analysts, including Goldman Sachs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), project only limited initial revenue for Tesla's robotaxi business, estimating around <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43036902/tesla-stock-valuation-analyst-flags-long-term-growth-opportunities-robotaxis-fsd">$115 million by 2027</a>. Meanwhile, investment manager Ross Gerber recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44068902/tesla-fsd-like-a-12-year-old-driving-compared-to-waymo-says-ross-gerber-warning-uber-has-got-to-be-hurting">described Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology</a> as "a 12-year-old driving" compared to Waymo's more mature system.
With competition heating up and consumer trust still shaky, Tesla has a long road ahead before proving it can deliver a fully autonomous ride-hailing service—without "faking" it.
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