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The Fund employs a passive management – or indexing – investment approach designed to track the performance of the Index. The Fund generally uses a representative sampling strategy to achieve its investment objective, meaning it generally will invest in a sample of the securities in the Index whose risk, return and other characteristics resemble the risk, return and other characteristics of the Index as a whole. Under normal circumstances, at least 80 percent of the Funds total assets (exclusive of collateral held from securities lending) will be invested in component securities of the Index and investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the economic characteristics of such component securities.

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Several AI-linked stocks are trading higher in Monday&#8217;s after-hours session following Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) shares rocketing higher on based on blowout earnings. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43449486/palantir-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-us-revenue-up-52-customer-count-up-43-strong-guidance-this-is-a-new-phase-unlike-anything-that-has-come-before">you need to know</a>.
What Happened With PLTR: Palantir beat analyst estimates on the top and bottom lines, reporting fourth-quarter revenue of $827.52 million and earnings of 14 cents per share.
Total revenue grew 36% year-over-year driven by strong growth in the U.S. of 52%. U.S. Commercial revenue jumped 64% year-over-year and U.S. Government revenue increased 45% year-over-year.
Palantir's customer count grew 43% year-over-year. The company delivered $517 million in adjusted free cash flow and ended the quarter with $5.2 billion of cash, equivalents and short-term U.S. treasury securities.
"We are still in the earliest stages, the beginning of the first act, of a revolution that will play out over years and decades," Palantir CEO Alex Karp said in a letter to shareholders.&nbsp;
"This is not an incremental advance or marginal acceleration of our business. This is a new phase. And the momentum we are seeing across sectors, both commercial and government, is unlike anything that has come before."
Check This Out: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43449486/palantir-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-us-revenue-up-52-customer-count-up-43-strong-guidance-this-is-a-new-phase-unlike-anything-that-has-come-before">Palantir Q4 Earnings: Revenue Beat, EPS Beat, US Revenue Up 52%, Customer Count Up 43%, Strong Guidance</a>
The upside surprise and optimistic commentary from the company appears to be driving other AI-related names higher after the bell. 
Tempus AI Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEM#NASDAQ">TEM</a>) has seen increased attention in recent weeks after former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi disclosed the purchase of several call options. Tempus AI shares were up more than 7% in extended trading at last check.
Other AI-related names including C3.ai Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AI#NYSE">AI</a>), BigBear.ai Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>) and SoundHound AI Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>) were also moving higher following Palantir&#8217;s quarterly report. C3.ai shares were up about 4.5%, BigBear.ai shares were up about 5.5% and SoundHound shares were up about 2%.
NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), which has been the biggest beneficiary of the AI boom to date, was also moving higher, last up about 1.35% in after-hours trading. Palantir shares were up more than 22% in after-hours at the time of publication Monday.
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AI Stocks Are Rallying After The Bell: What's Going On?

Ameriprise Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.51% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.71%. Currently, Ameriprise Finl has a market capitalization of $51.67 billion. 
Buying $100 In AMP: If an investor had bought $100 of AMP stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $398.78 today based on a price of $537.12 for AMP at the time of writing.
<h3>Ameriprise Finl's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

"Over the last few years, we proactively moved our U.S.-bound camera production outside of China, which has significantly reduced the impact of tariffs," said Brian McGee, CFO and COO of GoPro. "We are continuously evaluating and optimizing our supply chain to improve delivery of our products at lower cost."

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GoPro Says Its Diversified Supply Chain Mitigates Potential Impact Of US Tariffs; Does Not Expect US Consumer Pricing Or Gross Margin To Be Materially Affected By Recent Tariff Announcements

Nauticus completed assembly and the first phase of acceptance testing at its Houston facility in January. This second Aquanaut vehicle is now in Louisiana undergoing the next phase of acceptance testing.
The vehicle should complete the required pool testing this month. Once completed, the vehicle will move to the final phase of testing in open water off the southern coast of the United States. Nauticus is targeting completion of all acceptance testing for this vehicle within the first quarter of 2025.

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Nauticus Robotics Reports Assembly Completion Of Its Second Flagship Underwater Vehicle, Aquanaut Mark 2; Targets Completion Of All Acceptance Testing For This Vehicle Within Q1 Of 2025

Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 43.64% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 54.84%. Currently, Celsius Holdings has a market capitalization of $5.62 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CELH: If an investor had bought $1000 of CELH stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $80,089.89 today based on a price of $23.92 for CELH at the time of writing.
<h3>Celsius Holdings's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738621815_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 18.62% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 29.82%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.93 billion. 
Buying $100 In COKE: If an investor had bought $100 of COKE stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $1,365.83 today based on a price of $1361.46 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Clorox Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>) reported second-quarter financial results Monday after the bell. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43448785/clorox-reports-q2-fiscal-year-2025-results-updates-outlook">of the report</a>.
Q2 Earnings: Clorox reported fiscal second-quarter revenue of $1.69 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $1.63 billion, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. The household consumer products company reported adjusted earnings of $1.55 per share, beating analyst estimates of $1.41 per share.
Clorox said net sales decreased 15% on a year-over-year basis. Health and Wellness sales fell 13%, Household sales decreased 11%, Lifestyle sales were down 16% and International sales fell 12%. 
Gross margin increased 30 basis points to&nbsp;43.8%, up from&nbsp;43.5%&nbsp;in the prior year&#8217;s quarter. Net cash provided by operations year-to-date came in at $401 million, up from $173 million year-over-year. 
Clorox ended the period with $290 million of cash and cash equivalents. 
&#8220;We achieved better-than-expected results across sales, margin and EPS in the&nbsp;second quarter&nbsp;due to our strong demand creation plans, which also supported our share growth,&#8221; said&nbsp;Linda Rendle, chair and CEO of Clorox.
&#8220;We are further advancing our transformation as we embark upon a significant milestone with our Enterprise Resource Planning transition in the U.S., resulting in our updated outlook. I am confident that we are taking the right actions to deliver strong financial performance and long-term, profitable growth.&#8221;
Outlook: Clorox raised its full-year earnings forecast from a range of $6.65 to $6.90 per share to a new range of $6.95 to $7.35 per share versus estimates of $6.84 per share. The company also guided for 2025 net sales in a range of down 1% to up 2%. 
CLX Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/clx">Clorox shares</a> were down 2.28% after-hours, trading at $155.13 at the time of publication Monday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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United Rentals has elected to withdraw and refile its Premerger Notification and Report Form, which was initially filed on January 16, 2025, to provide the FTC with additional time for review, given the abbreviated 15-day review period associated with cash tender offers. Upon such refiling, the 15-day waiting period under the HSR Act restarted, with the new waiting period expiring at 11:59 P.M., Eastern Time, on February 18, 2025.
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United Rentals Reveals Notice Of Withdrawal And Refiling Of Premerger Notification And Report Form Under HSR Act In Connection With Pending Acquisition Of H&E Equipment Services

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NewMarket (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEU#NYSE">NEU</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $11.56 per share. This is a 37.95 percent increase over earnings of $8.38 per share from the same period last year. The company reported $654.65 million in sales this quarter. This is a 1.76 percent increase over sales of $643.35 million the same period last year.

NewMarket Q4 2024 GAAP EPS $11.56 Up From $8.38 YoY, Sales $654.65M Up From $643.35M YoY

BellRing Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRBR#NYSE">BRBR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.58 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.48 by 20.83 percent. This is a 34.88 percent increase over earnings of $0.43 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $532.90 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $525.17 million by 1.47 percent. This is a 23.82 percent increase over sales of $430.40 million the same period last year.

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BellRing Brands Q1 2025 Adj EPS $0.58 Beats $0.48 Estimate, Sales $532.90M Beat $525.17M Estimate

A second major development in the tariff political drama came late Monday as the United States and Canada reached an agreement to pause Donald Trump&#8217;s proposed trade levies <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">&#8220;for at least 30 days.&#8221;</a>
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the deal on social media platform X following a phone call with Trump. 
The tariff deal includes new border security commitments to combat fentanyl trafficking and organized crime, mirroring Trump's agreement with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43440692/us-mexico-agrees-on-one-month-tariffs-pause-stocks-rebound-peso-rallies">Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.</a>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Canada Rolls Out $1.3 Billion Border Plan</h3>
Trudeau outlined a $1.3 billion border reinforcement initiative featuring:
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<li>Deployment of nearly 10,000 frontline personnel equipped with new helicopters, surveillance technology and enhanced coordination with U.S. agencies.</li>
<li>The appointment of a fentanyl Czar to spearhead drug interdiction efforts.</li>
<li>Official designation of cartels as terrorist organizations to enable tougher enforcement measures.</li>
<li>The creation of a Canada-U.S. Joint Strike Force targeting organized crime, fentanyl networks and money laundering.</li>
<li>A $200 million intelligence directive to enhance monitoring and enforcement along the northern border.</li>
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&#8220;Proposed tariffs will be paused for at least 30 days while we work together,&#8221; the Canadian prime minister said. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Markets React: Canadian Dollar Rallies, Equities Gain</h3>
The tariff deal gave a reprieve Canadian assets that were battered by heightened uncertainty earlier Monday. 
The Canadian dollar rallied, with the USD/CAD exchange rate dropping to 1.4391, down from 1.46 levels prior to the news.
Canadian equities also advanced in after-hours trading, with the iShares MSCI Canada Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWC#NYSE">EWC</a>) rising over 1%.
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RBB Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBB#NASDAQ">RBB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.25 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.36 by 30.56 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $28.71 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $28.12 million by 2.10 percent. This is a 13.18 percent decrease over sales of $33.06 million the same period last year.

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RBB Bancorp Q4 2024 GAAP EPS $0.25 Misses $0.36 Estimate, Sales $28.71M Beat $28.12M Estimate

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 12 analysts have published ratings on Oshkosh (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSK#NYSE">OSK</a>) in the last three months.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $120.17, a high estimate of $137.00, and a low estimate of $109.00. Marking an increase of 2.23%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $117.55. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738620070_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Oshkosh. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<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>
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<td>Steven Fisher</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
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<td>Angel Castillo</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
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<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Thein</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Barger</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Barger</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Menges</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Fisher</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$129.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Oshkosh. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Oshkosh compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Oshkosh's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Oshkosh's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OSK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Oshkosh analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Oshkosh: A Closer Look</h2>
Oshkosh is the top producer of access equipment, specialty vehicles, and military trucks. It serves diverse end markets, where it is typically the market share leader in North America, or, in the case of JLG aerial work platforms, a global leader. The company had manufactured joint light tactical vehicles for the us Department of Defense. However, Oshkosh recently lost the JLTV recompete, bringing into focus its us Postal Service contract, which calls for the electrification of us postal vehicles. The company reports in three segments—access equipment (52% of revenue), defense (22%), and vocational (27%)—and generated $9.6 billion in revenue in 2023.
<h3>Oshkosh: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Oshkosh faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -4.3% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Oshkosh's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 5.84%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Oshkosh's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.71%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Oshkosh's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.58%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.23, Oshkosh adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 6 analysts have published ratings on Labcorp Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LH#NYSE">LH</a>) in the last three months.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $273.0, with a high estimate of $286.00 and a low estimate of $265.00. This current average has increased by 3.1% from the previous average price target of $264.80. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738620063_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A clear picture of Labcorp Holdings's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jack Meehan</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$271.00</td>
<td>$249.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Caliendo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$286.00</td>
<td>$293.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elizabeth Anderson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ricky Goldwasser</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Derik De Bruin</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$271.00</td>
<td>$262.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Tanquilut</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Labcorp Holdings. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Labcorp Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Labcorp Holdings's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Labcorp Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LH/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Labcorp Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Labcorp Holdings Better</h2>
Laboratory Corp. of America is one of the nation's two largest independent clinical laboratories, with roughly 20% of the independent lab market. The company operates approximately 2,000 patient-service centers, offering a broad range of 5,000 clinical lab tests, ranging from routine blood and urine screens to complex oncology and genomic testing.
<h3>Labcorp Holdings: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Labcorp Holdings showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 7.37% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Labcorp Holdings's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 5.16%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Labcorp Holdings's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.09%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.96%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Labcorp Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.94, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Laboratory Corporation Of America Holdings

Beyond The Numbers: 6 Analysts Discuss Labcorp Holdings Stock

11 analysts have shared their evaluations of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITW#NYSE">ITW</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Illinois Tool Works, presenting an average target of $274.64, a high estimate of $318.00, and a low estimate of $250.00. Observing a 2.48% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $268.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738620048_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Illinois Tool Works. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$295.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$266.00</td>
<td>$268.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$279.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Cook</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$318.00</td>
<td>$312.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nathan Jones</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$268.00</td>
<td>$262.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$279.00</td>
<td>$266.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Volkmann</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Raso</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$246.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Illinois Tool Works. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Illinois Tool Works compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Illinois Tool Works's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Illinois Tool Works's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ITW/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Illinois Tool Works analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Illinois Tool Works: A Closer Look</h2>
Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works has become a diversified industrial manufacturer through acquisitions and innovations that follow customer needs. ITW operates through seven business segments, with no segment representing more than one fifth of revenue. ITW's automotive OEM segment sells vehicle components; its food equipment segment sells commercial kitchen appliances; its test &amp; measurement and electronics segment sells inspection and analysis equipment; its welding segment sells welding equipment and consumables; its polymers &amp; fluids segment sells industrial and consumer adhesives, solvents, and coatings; its construction products segment sells building fasteners and tools; and its specialty products segment sells medical, packaging, HVAC, and airport ground equipment.
<h3>Illinois Tool Works: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Illinois Tool Works's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -1.61% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 29.25%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Illinois Tool Works's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 36.52%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Illinois Tool Works's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 7.39%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.46, Illinois Tool Works faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Forecasting The Future: 11 Analyst Projections For Illinois Tool Works

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Cloud ETFs are poised for growth due to rising AI-driven innovation, increasing public cloud spending, demand for data security, and businesses investing in flexible cloud solutions. Hence, investors could consider top cloud ETFs like the Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU), WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (WCLD), and First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (SKYY). Keep reading... As businesses navigate challenges related to data ownership and security, cloud solutions are gaining traction, moving beyond traditional providers. Meanwhile, AI fuels innovation in cloud offerings, driving growth in both public and private cloud services and creating strong investment opportunities in cloud ETFs.
With a heightened focus on AI capabilities and data security, investors should consider top cloud ETFs, such as Global X Cloud Computing ETF Global X Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">CLOU</a>), WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">WCLD</a>), and First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">SKYY</a>).
Cloud providers are embracing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) services to improve generative AI accuracy, driving innovation and competitiveness. As businesses invest in cloud technology for flexibility and growth, global public cloud spending is projected to rise 20.4% to <a href="https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2024-05-20-gartner-forecasts-worldwide-public-cloud-end-user-spending-to-surpass-675-billion-in-2024#:~:text=Worldwide%20end%2Duser%20spending%20on,(GenAI)%20and%20application%20modernization.">$675.40 billion in 2024</a>, while the overall cloud computing market is projected to reach <a href="https://cisomag.com/cloud-is-booming-and-it-is-going-to-get-better-in-2025-and-beyond/#:~:text=Cloud%20vendors%20will%20be%20working,at%20%24945%20million%20by%202025.">$945 billion by 2025</a>.
Hence, investors are increasingly turning to cloud computing ETFs, which focus on companies powering the digital revolution through infrastructure, software, and platforms. These ETFs present strong growth opportunities, benefiting from the sector's rapid expansion. Given this favorable backdrop, let's evaluate the three <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-equities-etfs/">Technology Equities ETFs</a> picks, starting with number three.
ETF #3: Global X Cloud Computing ETF Global X Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">CLOU</a>)
CLOU is an exchange-traded fund launched and managed by Global X Management Company LLC. It invests in the public equity markets globally. The fund invests in stocks of companies in "SaaS," "PaaS," "IaaS," managed server storage, data center "REITs," and cloud and edge computing infrastructure, focusing on both growth and value stocks across diverse market capitalizations. It seeks to track the performance of the Indxx Global Cloud Computing Index using a full replication technique.
With $381.90 million in assets under management (AUM), CLOU's top holding Snowflake, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SNOW/">SNOW</a>) with a 4.81% weighting, followed by Shopify, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SHOP/">SHOP</a>), with a 4.79% weighting, and Twilio, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TWLO/">TWLO</a>), with 4.63%. It has a total of 38 holdings.
It has an expense ratio of 0.68%, higher than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/nav.asp">NAV</a> of $25.12. CLOU's fund outflows were $13.93 million over the past month.
CLOU has gained 27.2% over the past three months and 32.1% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $25.38.
CLOU's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this promising outlook. The ETF's overall A rating equates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, each weighted to an optimal degree.
CLOU has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade and a B for Peer. Of the 119 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-equities-etfs/">Technology Equities ETFs</a> group, it is ranked #40. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">Click here</a> to access all of CLOU's POWR Ratings.
ETF #2: WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">WCLD</a>)
WCLD is an exchange-traded fund launched by WisdomTree, Inc. The fund is co-managed by Mellon Investments Corporation and WisdomTree Asset Management, Inc. The fund invests in global public equity markets, targeting stocks of companies in the cloud computing sectors. It focuses on both growth and value stocks across various market capitalizations and includes socially conscious companies promoting environmental responsibility. WCLD seeks to track the performance of the BVP Nasdaq Emerging Cloud Index using a representative sampling technique.
With $533.50 million in AUM, the fund has a total of 65 holdings. WCLD's top holding is TWLO with a 2.24% weighting, followed by Asana, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ASAN/">ASAN</a>), with a 2.22% weighting, and Atlassian Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TEAM/">TEAM</a>) with 2.19%.
WCLD has an expense ratio of 0.45%, lower than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a NAV of $39.92. Its fund inflows came in at $20.36 million over the past month.
WCLD has gained 34.4% over the past six months and 30.3% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $40.64.
WCLD's strong outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. The ETF has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #35 in the same group. To access all the POWR Ratings for WCLD, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">click here</a>.
ETF #1: First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">SKYY</a>)
SKYY is an exchange-traded fund launched and managed by First Trust Advisors LP. The fund invests in public equity markets, targeting companies in information technology, software, IT and internet services, infrastructure, data management, storage, hardware, and platforms for software creation via virtualization or middleware delivered online. It invests in both growth and value stocks across diversified market capitalizations and seeks to track the performance of the ISE CTA Cloud Computing Index using a full replication technique.
With $3.85 billion in AUM, the fund has a total of 64 holdings. SKYY's top holding is AppLovin Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/APP/">APP</a>), with a 5.27% weighting, followed by Amazon.com, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMZN/">AMZN</a>), with a 3.84% weighting, and Arista Networks, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ANET/">ANET</a>) with 3.84%.
SKYY has an expense ratio of 0.60%, higher than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a NAV of $125.38. Its fund outflows came in at $110.84 million over the past month.
SKYY has gained 45% year-to-date and 46.5% over the past year to close the last trading session at $127.16.
SKYY's strong outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. The ETF has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #13 in the Technology Equities ETFs group. To access all the POWR Ratings for SKYY, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">click here</a>.
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Cloud ETFs are ideal for long-term growth due to diversified portfolios, reduced risk, and exposure to the rapidly expanding cloud computing industry. Hence, investors could consider top cloud ETFs like the Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU), WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (WCLD), and First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (SKYY). Keep reading... Cloud ETFs provide diversified exposure to the high-performing technology and cloud computing sectors, mitigating single-stock risk with a broad portfolio of companies in this rapidly growing industry.
As cloud computing continues its rapid expansion, leading ETFs such as Global X Cloud Computing ETF Global X Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">CLOU</a>), WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">WCLD</a>), and First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">SKYY</a>) present excellent long-term growth opportunities.
The long-term outlook for the cloud sector is highly promising, driven by an increasing focus on cloud AI, data security, and RAG services to enhance generative AI accuracy, fostering innovation and competitiveness. Global public cloud spending is projected to grow 20.4%, reaching <a href="https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2024-05-20-gartner-forecasts-worldwide-public-cloud-end-user-spending-to-surpass-675-billion-in-2024#:~:text=Worldwide%20end%2Duser%20spending%20on,(GenAI)%20and%20application%20modernization.">$675.40 billion in 2024</a>, underscoring businesses' reliance on navigating data ownership and security challenges.
Likewise, the cloud computing market is on track to reach <a href="https://cisomag.com/cloud-is-booming-and-it-is-going-to-get-better-in-2025-and-beyond/#:~:text=Cloud%20vendors%20will%20be%20working,at%20%24945%20million%20by%202025.">$945 billion by 2025</a>, presenting significant long-term growth opportunities. To capitalize on this momentum, turning to cloud computing ETFs could be a wise choice, as they provide diversified, tax-efficient investments while minimizing company-specific risks.
Furthermore, these ETFs also offer varied expense ratios and indexes, ensuring broad diversification within the cloud computing sector. Given this favorable backdrop, let's evaluate the three <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-equities-etfs/">Technology Equities ETFs</a> picks, starting with number three.
ETF #3: Global X Cloud Computing ETF Global X Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">CLOU</a>)
CLOU is an exchange-traded fund launched and managed by Global X Management Company LLC. It invests in the public equity markets globally. The fund invests in stocks of companies in "SaaS," "PaaS," "IaaS," managed server storage, data center "REITs," and cloud and edge computing infrastructure, focusing on both growth and value stocks across diverse market capitalizations. It seeks to track the performance of the Indxx Global Cloud Computing Index using a full replication technique.
With $361.60 million in assets under management (AUM), CLOU's top holding Snowflake, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SNOW/">SNOW</a>) with a 4.79% weighting, followed by Shopify, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SHOP/">SHOP</a>), with a 4.76% weighting, and Twilio, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TWLO/">TWLO</a>), with 4.63%. It has a total of 38 holdings.
It has an expense ratio of 0.68%, higher than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/nav.asp">NAV</a> of $24.65. CLOU's fund outflows were $14 million over the past month.
CLOU has gained 20.6% over the past three months and 29% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $24.63.
CLOU's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this promising outlook. The ETF's overall A rating equates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, each weighted to an optimal degree.
CLOU has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. Of the 119 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-equities-etfs/">Technology Equities ETFs</a> group, it is ranked #40. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CLOU/">Click here</a> to access all of CLOU's POWR Ratings.
ETF #2: WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">WCLD</a>)
WCLD is an exchange-traded fund launched by WisdomTree, Inc. The fund is co-managed by Mellon Investments Corporation and WisdomTree Asset Management, Inc. The fund invests in global public equity markets, targeting stocks of companies in the cloud computing sectors. It focuses on both growth and value stocks across various market capitalizations and includes socially conscious companies promoting environmental responsibility. WCLD seeks to track the performance of the BVP Nasdaq Emerging Cloud Index using a representative sampling technique.
With $508 million in AUM, the fund has a total of 65 holdings. WCLD's top holding is TWLO with a 2.26% weighting, followed by BILL Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BILL/">BILL</a>), with a 2.20% weighting, and Atlassian Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TEAM/">TEAM</a>) with 2.08%.
WCLD has an expense ratio of 0.45%, lower than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a NAV of $38.99. Its fund inflows came in at $23.04 million over the past month.
WCLD has gained 29.1% over the past six months and 22.1% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $38.96.
WCLD's strong outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. The ETF has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #34 in the same group. To access all the POWR Ratings for WCLD, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCLD/">click here</a>.
ETF #1: First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">SKYY</a>)
SKYY is an exchange-traded fund launched and managed by First Trust Advisors LP. The fund invests in public equity markets, targeting companies in information technology, software, IT and internet services, infrastructure, data management, storage, hardware, and platforms for software creation via virtualization or middleware delivered online. It invests in both growth and value stocks across diversified market capitalizations and seeks to track the performance of the ISE CTA Cloud Computing Index using a full replication technique.
With $3.74 billion in AUM, the fund has a total of 62 holdings. SKYY's top holding is Pure Storage, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSTG/">PSTG</a>), with a 4.66% weighting, followed by Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>), with a 4.43% weighting, and Arista Networks, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ANET/">ANET</a>) with 4.31%.
SKYY has an expense ratio of 0.60%, higher than the category average of 0.58%. It currently has a NAV of $123.88. Its fund outflows came in at $160.54 million over the past three months.
SKYY has gained 34.7% over the past six months and 40.5% over the past year to close the last trading session at $123.78.
SKYY's strong outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. The ETF has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #13 in the Technology Equities ETFs group. To access all the POWR Ratings for SKYY, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SKYY/">click here</a>.
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SKYY shares were trading at $123.88 per share on Thursday afternoon, up $0.10 (+0.08%). Year-to-date, SKYY has gained 41.30%, versus a 28.10% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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