JPMorgan BetaBuilders U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (ARCA: BBAG)

最新ニュース JPMorgan BetaBuilders U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (ARCA:BBAG)

Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds denominated in U.S. dollars. The fund is actively managed and seeks to provide long-term return by principally investing in corporate bonds, U.S. treasury obligations and other U.S. government and agency securities, and asset-backed, mortgage-related and mortgage-backed securities, all of which are rated investment grade by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or that are unrated but are deemed by the funds adviser, J.P. Morgan Investment Management Inc. to be of comparable quality.

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<p>In the current session, <strong>Applied Mat Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>)</strong> is trading at $150.64, after a <strong>3.24%</strong> decrease. Over the past month, the stock fell by <strong>17.77%</strong>, and in the past year, by <strong>26.50%</strong>. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. </p>
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</p><p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741631421_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" /></p>

<h3>Evaluating Applied Mat P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
<p>The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. </p>
<p>Applied Mat has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of <strong>57.06</strong> of the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. </p>
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</p><p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741631421_1.png" alt="Guage" /></p>

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


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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower amid economic worries driven by tariffs and trade policies. Investors may be expecting a decline in investment, which may also be weighing on the industry.

<p>Investors looking for a strategy that can weather economic ups and downs now <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">have a new option</a>. </p>
<p><strong>What Happened</strong>: <strong>State Street Global Advisors</strong>, in collaboration with <strong>Bridgewater Associates</strong>, has launched the <strong>SPDR Bridgewater All Weather ETF</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLW#NASDAQ">ALLW</a>), a fund designed to provide steady returns across varying market conditions.</p>
<p>The expense ratio for ALLW is set at 0.85%. Historically, comprehending hedge fund strategies like those of Bridgewater has been challenging for retail investors, but this ETF provides a cost-effective and simpler way to gain exposure to their approach.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/specialty-etfs/25/03/44202077/macquarie-expands-etf-lineup-with-htax-targeting-high-yield-munis">Macquarie Expands ETF Lineup With HTAX, Targeting High-Yield Munis</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A Strategy Rooted In Resilience</strong></h2>
<p>The ETF&#8217;s name is an homage to Bridgewater's so-called &#8220;All Weather&#8221; investment strategy, which aims to create a diversified portfolio that can withstand different economic cycles without requiring investors to time the market. </p>
<p>The ETF invests across global asset classes, including equities, bonds, and commodities, based on a model portfolio constructed by Bridgewater.</p>
<p>The next 10 years could look very different than the past due to dynamics like geopolitical tensions, heightened inflation, deglobalization, AI, and more,&#8221; Bridgewater's Co-Chief Investment Officer <strong>Karen Karniol-Tambour</strong> said. &#8220;Predicting exactly how this will play out will be extremely difficult, but all investors have a chance to prepare better for what's ahead. We're excited that the launch of ALLW gives us the ability to help a broader set of investors do exactly that.&#8221;</p>
<p>Many investors are <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250305462928/en/State-Street-Global-Advisors-Expands-Access-to-Bridgewater-Associates%E2%80%99-All-Weather-Asset-Allocation-Approach">concerned</a> over the heavy reliance on equities, which often account for over 90% of risk in traditional portfolios. The ALLW ETF seeks to create a more balanced risk exposure by diversifying into multiple asset classes. </p>
<p>&#8220;A well-diversified portfolio is crucial for long-term wealth accumulation, and ALLW helps investors achieve that resilience,&#8221; State Street Global Advisors Chief Business Officer <strong>Anna Paglia</strong> said.</p>
<p>State Street Global Advisors had introduced the first U.S.-listed ETF over 30 years ago. With ALLW, the firm continues to bring institutional-level investment strategies to a broader audience. The ETF follows in the footsteps of other successful SPDR funds, such as the <strong>SPDR DoubleLine Total Return ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOTL#NYSE">TOTL</a>) and the <strong>SPDR Blackstone Senior Loan ETF </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRLN#NYSE">SRLN</a>).</p>
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Shares of construction-related stocks are trading lower amid economic worries driven by tariffs and trade policies. Investors may be expecting a decline in investment, which may also be weighing on the industry.

<p><strong>Bitcoin </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) has fallen below $79,000 on Monday, raising concerns among analysts who believe the downturn may not be over.</p>
<p>With <strong>XRP </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>), <strong>Ethereum </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) and other altcoins also under pressure, experts suggest that market expectations have been reset, and further corrections <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44227857/bitcoins-drops-below-80000-correction-or-buying-opportunity">remain a possibility</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What Happened: </strong>Bitcoin is currently trading at $78,650, down 4.5% in the past 24 hours, while Ethereum has dropped 4.7% to $1,925.</p>
<p>Among major altcoins, XRP and <strong>BNB </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>) have declined 2% each, <strong>Solana </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>) has fallen 6%, and <strong>Dogecoin </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) is down 5%.</p>
<p>The crypto market has seen $637.35 million in liquidations over the past day, with long positions accounting for $460.19 million, according to <a href="https://www.coinglass.com/LiquidationData">data</a> from <strong>Coinglass</strong>.</p>
<p>The decline follows Bitcoin's peak at $109,000 in January, marking a nearly 25% drop that has erased most of its previous gains. </p>
<p><strong>What Experts Are Saying: </strong>According to <strong>James Toledano</strong>, Chief Operating Officer of <strong>Unity Wallet</strong>, the pullback is largely due to unrealistic expectations surrounding the strategic Bitcoin reserve.</p>
<p>"The biggest letdown has been the U.S. Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, which turned out to be nothing more than a repackaging of seized FBI assets—around 200,000 BTC, just 1% of Bitcoin's market cap—placed under the control of the Federal Reserve," Toledano told Benzinga.</p>
<p>Macroeconomic factors are also weighing on the market. </p>
<p>Rising inflation, shifting Federal Reserve policy expectations, and the recent U.S. tariff policy have prompted institutional investors to reduce exposure to risk assets. </p>
<p>Toledano noted that the U.S. economy has contracted by 2.5% following tariff implementation, adding to concerns of an economic slowdown.</p>
<p>Despite the current downturn, some analysts argue that crypto remains in a long-term growth phase. </p>
<p>Speaking with Benzinga, <strong>Marcin Kazmierczak</strong>, Co-founder and COO of <strong>RedStone</strong>, said he believes institutional interest remains strong but acknowledges that regulatory changes take time to impact prices.</p>
<p>"Fundamentals for crypto are strong: incoming U.S. reserves, new applications in DeFi, both stablecoins and RWAs are at all-time highs," Kazmierczak said. "Legislation and the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve need time to be properly implemented and reflected in the market."</p>
<p>The lack of immediate clarity from the White House Crypto Summit has also contributed to market hesitation.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44221339/why-did-trumps-strategic-crypto-reserve-not-include-xrp">Why Did Trump&#8217;s Strategic Crypto Reserve Not Include XRP?</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Feng He</strong>, CEO of <strong>Deeplink</strong>, told Benzinga that traders were expecting the event to provide a positive catalyst, but instead, uncertainty has persisted.</p>
<p>"The ambiguity stemming from the White House Crypto Summit has undercut market momentum, and traders were hoping this would be a catalyst for positive price action," Feng said. "While it's difficult to predict the exact bottom, I&#8217;m sure many BTC maxis will seize the opportunity to buy BTC under $80,000, but further corrections could occur if investor sentiment weakens."</p>
<p>While some investors are buying the dip, experts warn that Bitcoin's price could see further downside if macroeconomic concerns persist. </p>
<p>The absence of strong buying pressure following the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announcement suggests that investors remain cautious. </p>
<p>Feng He believes any potential rebound will be slow to develop.</p>
<p>"While the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve has received mixed reviews, any positive price impact will likely materialize gradually over the coming months as opposed to an immediate return to the $100,000 level for BTC," he said.</p>
<p><strong>What&#8217;s Next: </strong>With Bitcoin struggling to find support and altcoins facing selling pressure, analysts are watching for signs of stabilization. Until economic conditions improve or regulatory clarity is established, further volatility remains likely.</p>
<p><strong>Aurelie Barthere</strong>, Principal Research Analyst at <strong>Nansen</strong> told Benzinga that alts have broken key supports, and it is hard to estimate the next-level and that this is a macro correction.</p>
<p>&#8220;Next level will be $71,000 to $72,000, top of the pre-election trading range. We are still in a correction within a bull market: stocks and crypto have realized and are pricing; a period of tariff uncertainty and fiscal cuts, no Fed put. Recession fears are popping up,&#8221; Barthere said.</p>
<p>She stressed that there is no hint of a recession yet and that relief could come by April after the implementation of the next round of tariffs.</p>
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<p><em>Image: Shutterstock</em></p>


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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on First Solar. Our analysis of options history for First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) revealed 24 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 25% of traders were bullish, while 62% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 14 were puts, with a value of $1,110,387, and 10 were calls, valued at $799,694.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $70.0 and $310.0 for First Solar, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of First Solar stands at 334.22, with a total volume reaching 4,739.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in First Solar, situated within the strike price corridor from $70.0 to $310.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>First Solar Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741630540_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
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<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$1.54</td>
<td>$0.75</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$364.5K</td>
<td align="right">66</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$61.2</td>
<td>$58.8</td>
<td>$61.2</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$177.4K</td>
<td align="right">199</td>
<td>31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$112.0</td>
<td>$110.55</td>
<td>$112.0</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$134.4K</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td>14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$19.4</td>
<td>$19.2</td>
<td>$19.4</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td align="right">840</td>
<td>60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$9.65</td>
<td>$9.15</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
<td>300</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3>About First Solar</h3>
<p>First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of First Solar</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 2,046,589, the price of FSLR is down -4.23% at $133.25. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 51 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for First Solar</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $261.2.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on First Solar, maintaining a target price of $285.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from BMO Capital has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $230.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on First Solar, which currently sits at a price target of $251.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on First Solar, which currently sits at a price target of $236.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Guggenheim has decided to maintain their Buy rating on First Solar, which currently sits at a price target of $304. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest First Solar options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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A Closer Look at First Solar's Options Market Dynamics

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on <strong>Western Digital</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) we detected 10 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 40% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 60% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $468,232 and 7, calls, for a total amount of $291,905.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $35.0 to $50.0 for Western Digital over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Western Digital stands at 3280.5, with a total volume reaching 6,028.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Western Digital, situated within the strike price corridor from $35.0 to $50.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Western Digital Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741630535_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$295.0K</td>
<td>47</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.45</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$78.2K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td align="right">436</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.98</td>
<td>$1.82</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$62.0K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td align="right">319</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$53.8K</td>
<td>57</td>
<td align="right">158</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Western Digital</h3>
<p>Western Digital is a leading, vertically integrated supplier of hard disk drives. The HDD market is a practical duopoly with, Western Digital and Seagate being the two largest players. Western Digital designs and manufacturers its HDDs, with much of the manufacturing and workforce located in Asia. The primary consumers of HDDs are data centers.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Western Digital, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Western Digital's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 4,610,044, with WDC's price down by -4.05%, positioned at $40.01.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 45 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Western Digital</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $80.6.</p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for Western Digital, targeting a price of $75.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Wedbush downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $95.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Buy rating on Western Digital, maintaining a target price of $64.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald has revised its rating downward to Overweight, adjusting the price target to $95.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Western Digital, which currently sits at a price target of $74. </p>
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With WDC

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Moderna. Our analysis of options history for Moderna (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) revealed 17 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 47% of traders were bullish, while 35% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $295,190, and 11 were calls, valued at $528,166.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $22.5 to $140.0 for Moderna over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Moderna options trades today is 3103.07 with a total volume of 1,821.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Moderna's big money trades within a strike price range of $22.5 to $140.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Moderna Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741630530_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$93.8</td>
<td>$93.35</td>
<td>$93.54</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$93.5K</td>
<td>12</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$83.1K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">154</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.65</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$81.9K</td>
<td>528</td>
<td align="right">91</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.15</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$73.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$8.25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td align="right">128</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Moderna</h3>
<p>Moderna is a commercial-stage biotech that was founded in 2010 and had its initial public offering in December 2018. The firm's mRNA technology was rapidly validated with its covid vaccine, which was authorized in the United States in December 2020. Moderna had 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development as of September 2024. Programs span a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and rare genetic diseases.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Moderna, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Moderna</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 7,873,478, with MRNA's price up by 2.89%, positioned at $36.64.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 52 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Moderna</h3>
<p>A total of 4 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $49.25.</p>
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Sector Perform with a new price target of $40.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities has decided to maintain their Underperform rating on Moderna, which currently sits at a price target of $34.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has revised its rating downward to Equal-Weight, adjusting the price target to $45.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Moderna, which currently sits at a price target of $78. </p>
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MRNA

Decoding Moderna's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>UBS  analyst Joseph Spak   maintains Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) with a Sell and lowers the price target from $259 to $225.</p>


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TSLA

UBS Maintains Sell on Tesla, Lowers Price Target to $225

MSFT

'OpenAI Signs 5-Year Cloud Computing Contract Worth $11.9BWith Coreweave, Sources Say'

<p>On Monday, <strong>Elon Musk</strong>-owned <strong>X</strong> (<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/x" rel="noreferrer noopener">formerly Twitter</a>) faced a major service disruption.</p>
<p>According to Downdetector, the number of outage reports exceeded 41,000. Major complaints (58%) were related to the app, 31% to the website, and 11% to the server connection.</p>
<p><strong><em>Also Read:</em></strong><em> </em><strong><em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43204045/elon-musk-says-x-user-growth-is-stagnant-banks-who-financed-acquisition-selling-debt-at-10-discount" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elon Musk Says X &#8216;User Growth Is Stagnant&#8217; As Banks Set To Offload Acquisition Debt At 10% Discount</a></em></strong></p>
<p>X users in the U.K. also reported the outage earlier in the day, Reuters cites from the website.</p>
<p>In a <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1899149509407473825" rel="noreferrer noopener">post on X</a>, Musk claimed there was a massive cyberattack against X. He acknowledged getting attacked daily, but this was done with many resources, either a large, coordinated group and/or a country.</p>
<p>Musk had acquired X for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41142828/elon-musk-bought-x-for-44b-now-fidelity-values-social-media-network-below-10b" rel="noreferrer noopener">$44 billion in 2022</a>. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-19/musk-s-x-is-in-talks-to-raise-money-at-a-44-billion-valuation?embedded-checkout=true" rel="noreferrer noopener">According to Bloomberg</a>, <strong>X</strong> is in talks to raise new funding that would value the platform at $44 billion—the same amount Musk paid for it in 2022.</p>
<p>The report added that the discussions are ongoing, and the final terms could change.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:</strong></p>
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<li><strong><em><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43930916/elon-musks-x-eyes-44-billion-comeback-amid-trumps-victory-a-major-turnaround-after-losing-72-of-its-value" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elon Musk&#8217;s X Eyes $44 Billion Comeback Amid Trump&#8217;s Victory – &#8216;A Major Turnaround&#8217; After Losing 72% of Its Value</a></em></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Image via Shutterstock</em></p>


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GOOGL

Elon Musk's X Faces Major Outage, He Blames Cyberattack

<p>Throughout the last three months, 11 analysts have evaluated Duolingo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUOL#NASDAQ">DUOL</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have recently evaluated Duolingo and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $382.73, accompanied by a high estimate of $410.00 and a low estimate of $330.00. This current average has increased by 7.84% from the previous average price target of $354.90. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741629834_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>The standing of Duolingo among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eric Sheridan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mario Lu</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$295.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Smilek</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wyatt Swanson</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arvind Ramnani</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$351.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Kuntarich</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$408.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Colantuoni</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Smilek</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Curtis Nagle</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Duolingo. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Duolingo compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Duolingo's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Duolingo's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DUOL/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on Duolingo analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Delving into Duolingo's Background</h2>
<p>Duolingo Inc is a technology company that develops a mobile learning platform to learn languages and is the top-grossing app in the Education category on both Google Play and the Apple App Store. Its products are powered by sophisticated data analytics and artificial intelligence and delivered with class art, animation, and design to make it easier for learners to stay motivated master new material, and achieve their learning goals. Its solutions include the Duolingo Language Learning App, Super Duolingo, Duolingo English Test: AI-Driven Language Assessment, Duolingo For Schools, Duolingo ABC, and Duolingo Math. It has four predominant sources of revenue; time-based subscriptions, in-app advertising placement by third parties, and the Duolingo English Test, and In-App Purchases.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down Duolingo's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Duolingo's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>38.79%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Duolingo's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>6.64%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Duolingo's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.69%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Duolingo's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>1.1%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Duolingo's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.07</b>, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
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DUOL

Assessing Duolingo: Insights From 11 Financial Analysts

<p><strong>Paramount Global</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) just sent a powerful technical signal to traders—the stock has completed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/golden-cross">a <strong>Golden Cross</strong></a>. </p>
<p>This rare and often bullish formation occurs when the 50-day simple moving average crosses above the 200-day simple moving average, signaling that short-term momentum is outpacing long-term trends. </p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="628" height="485" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/10100319/Screenshot-2025-03-10-at-7.32.35-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-816805" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/10100319/Screenshot-2025-03-10-at-7.32.35-PM.png 628w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/10100319/Screenshot-2025-03-10-at-7.32.35-PM-300x232.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px" /></a></figure></p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Chart created using Benzinga Pro</a></p>
<p>With PARA stock trading at $12.10, well above both its 50-day and 200-day averages, the setup suggests strong upward momentum.</p>
<p><strong>Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/short-sellers/25/03/44145623/is-the-market-bullish-or-bearish-on-paramount-glb">Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Paramount Glb?</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bullish Case Beyond The Golden Cross</h2>
<p>The bullish case for Paramount Global doesn't end with the Golden Cross. The stock is trading above its five-day, 20-day and 50-day exponential moving averages, reinforcing the strength of the uptrend. The eight-day simple moving average sits at $11.61, while the 20-day simple moving average is at $11.34, both trailing behind PARA's current price. These indicators suggest buying pressure remains intact.</p>
<p>Adding to the momentum, the Moving Average Convergence Divergence indicator is at 0.27, another signal that PARA stock is in bullish territory. Meanwhile, the Relative Strength Index has reached 70.98, signaling that the stock is overbought, but given the huge positive trading volume, traders could view this as confirmation of strong demand rather than an immediate bearish signal.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PARA Stock: Riding The Wave Of A Strong Year</h2>
<p>Paramount Global has gained 14.51% year to date, with a 14.83% increase in just the past month. Over the last five days alone, the stock has climbed 7.5%, indicating that momentum traders have been actively driving the price higher. </p>
<p>With the technical setup favoring bulls, PARA stock could be primed for further gains, provided buying pressure continues to support the stock.</p>
<p>While the company remains at the center of corporate shake-ups, including the pending <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/07/39658163/paramount-board-endorses-merger-with-skydance-media-as-david-ellison-nears-acquisition-of-m">Skydance merger and speculation</a> over <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/03/10/media/ex-cnn-boss-jeff-zucker-wont-join-paramount-after-skydance-merger-sources/">leadership changes</a>, the stock's technicals suggest traders are more focused on momentum than boardroom drama. As long as PARA stock stays above its key moving averages, the bullish trend remains intact.</p>
<p>With a Golden Cross lighting the way, traders betting on further upside in Paramount Global may just have their signal to stay in the game.</p>
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PARA

Paramount Global Stock (PARA) Hits A Golden Cross: Bullish Momentum Builds

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Fiserv. Our analysis of options history for Fiserv (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FI#NYSE">FI</a>) revealed 9 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 22% of traders were bullish, while 66% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $279,410, and 3 were calls, valued at $85,850.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $210.0 to $250.0 for Fiserv over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Fiserv options trades today is 120.0 with a total volume of 1,349.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Fiserv's big money trades within a strike price range of $210.0 to $250.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Fiserv Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741629737_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$212.50</td>
<td>$119.9K</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$39.7K</td>
<td align="right">202</td>
<td align="right">391</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$34.9</td>
<td>$34.0</td>
<td>$34.9</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$34.9K</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$33.6K</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
<td align="right">60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$212.50</td>
<td>$30.6K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">198</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Fiserv</h3>
<p>Fiserv is a leading provider of core processing and complementary services, such as electronic funds transfer, payment processing, and loan processing, for US banks and credit unions, with a focus on small and midsize banks. Through the merger with First Data in 2019, Fiserv also provides payment processing services for merchants. About 10% of the company's revenue is generated internationally.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Fiserv, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Fiserv's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,361,204, the FI's price is down by -1.7%, now at $214.33. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 43 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Fiserv</h3>
<p>In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $267.5.</p>
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<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Susquehanna has decided to maintain their Positive rating on Fiserv, which currently sits at a price target of $270.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Fiserv, maintaining a target price of $265. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Fiserv with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


Fiserv's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Target (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in TGT usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 33 extraordinary options activities for Target. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 45% leaning bullish and 36% bearish. Among these notable options, 23 are puts, totaling $1,666,494, and 10 are calls, amounting to $2,669,125.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $85.0 to $140.0 for Target during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Target's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Target's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $85.0 to $140.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Target Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741629731_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TGT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$9.65</td>
<td>$9.94</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$1.4M</td>
<td>146</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TGT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$4.99</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$523.9K</td>
<td>359</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TGT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$315.1K</td>
<td>41</td>
<td>248</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TGT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$11.75</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$11.65</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$260.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>263</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TGT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$22.65</td>
<td>$22.3</td>
<td>$22.3</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$198.4K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>89</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Target</h3>
<p>Target serves as the nation's seventh-largest retailer, with its strategy predicated on delivering a gratifying in-store shopping experience and a wide product assortment of trendy apparel, home goods, and household essentials at competitive prices. Target's upscale and stylish image began to carry national merit in the 1990s—a decade in which the brand saw its top line grow threefold to almost $30 billion—and has since cemented itself as a leading US retailer.Today, Target operates over 1,950 stores in the United States, generates over $100 billion in sales, and fulfills over 2 billion customer orders annually. The firm's vast footprint is typically concentrated in urban and suburban markets as the firm seeks to attract a more affluent consumer base.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Target</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 3,925,133, with TGT's price down by -0.57%, positioned at $114.42.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 72 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Target</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $133.2.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from JP Morgan keeps a Neutral rating on Target with a target price of $140.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer persists with their Outperform rating on Target, maintaining a target price of $150.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Roth MKM has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $122.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Target, targeting a price of $124.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group continues to hold a In-Line rating for Target, targeting a price of $130. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Target options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Decoding Target's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Block. Our analysis of options history for Block (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYZ#NYSE">XYZ</a>) revealed 53 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 43% of traders were bullish, while 47% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 28 were puts, with a value of $2,197,395, and 25 were calls, valued at $1,226,071.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $30.0 to $145.0 for Block over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Block's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Block's significant trades, within a strike price range of $30.0 to $145.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Block Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741629726_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XYZ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$42.50</td>
<td>$357.5K</td>
<td>407</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XYZ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.65</td>
<td>$10.35</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$352.5K</td>
<td>83</td>
<td align="right">344</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XYZ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$19.7</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$267.3K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td align="right">43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XYZ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$10.0</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$168.4K</td>
<td>230</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XYZ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.65</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$168.2K</td>
<td>83</td>
<td align="right">505</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Block</h3>
<p>Founded in 2009, Block provides payment services to merchants, along with related services. The company also launched Cash App, a person-to-person payment network. In 2024, Square's payment volume was almost USD 250 million.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Block, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Block</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 7,162,835, the price of XYZ is down -9.08% at $54.55. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 52 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Block</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $97.8.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Canaccord Genuity has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $100.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Macquarie continues to hold a Outperform rating for Block, targeting a price of $110.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Overweight rating for Block, targeting a price of $85.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $97.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Block, which currently sits at a price target of $97. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Block with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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