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When Chinese AI lab Deepseek released a state-of-the-art large language model for free, it marked a turning point in enterprise AI strategy — especially for financial institutions. The move underscored a broader shift: the emergence of open-source AI as a serious contender to proprietary offerings.
While open-source tools have long been foundational to developer ecosystems, their influence rarely extended into core infrastructure. That changed when companies like Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) began publishing foundational models freely, echoing Google's Android strategy — build the ecosystem now, monetize later.
The trend is accelerating. Deepseek's release made waves for several reasons:
<ul>
<li>State-of-the-art models are now widely available at no cost.</li>
<li>Training these models has become more economically feasible.</li>
<li>Open-source distribution can accelerate adoption — Deepseek's app reportedly reached the top of mobile app store rankings within days of launch.</li>
</ul>
These developments open the door for enterprises — including banks — to stop merely consuming AI and start building it.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Banking's Quiet AI Revolution</h1>
<a href="https://www.citigroup.com/global/news/press-release/2024/citi-publishes-new-report-ai-in-finance">According to a 2024 Citibank report</a>, up to 54% of banking roles could be impacted by AI. The sector's heavy reliance on manual workflows, compliance-heavy documentation and repetitive research makes it ripe for disruption.
So far, most large U.S. banks have opted to explore generative AI via partnerships rather than by developing their own infrastructure:
<ul>
<li>Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>) has deployed tools for automating meeting notes and summarizing research, aimed at enhancing financial advisor productivity.</li>
<li>JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) partnered with OpenAI to launch internal assistants for email and document drafting, all integrated into its secure Omni platform.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) built an internal hub to access specialized AI tools, with a focus on developer productivity and task-specific model optimization.</li>
<li>Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) and Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) are focused on customer-facing AI, deploying chatbots in mobile banking apps to answer user queries and handle support.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Why Banks May Need to Build Their Own AI</h1>
With open-source AI infrastructure advancing rapidly, banks now have compelling reasons to develop internal models:
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">&#x1f510; Enhanced Data Security</h3>
By building proprietary LLMs, banks can maintain end-to-end control over sensitive data, reduce reliance on external vendors, and ensure compliance with strict regulatory requirements.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">&#x1f4ca; Unlocking Proprietary Data Value</h3>
Banks are sitting on massive pools of transaction and behavioral data that could power competitive AI models. Training open-source models in-house offers a cost-effective way to turn this underutilized data into differentiated digital services.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">&#x1f4b8; Monetization Potential</h3>
Custom bank-built AI can serve internal teams or be licensed externally. As demand rises for financial data integration, models trained on proprietary datasets could enable entirely new product lines or revenue channels.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">The Strategic Fork in the Road</h1>
Banks are now faced with a strategic decision: continue outsourcing AI capabilities to tech firms — or invest in building their own. With massive IT budgets and uniquely rich data troves, financial institutions are well-positioned to become creators of infrastructure, not just users.
The road ahead is clear. As open-source AI evolves, banking giants that invest in their own models today may define the next era of financial services.
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Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) is ramping up its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39801252/bofa-manages-to-keep-expenses-in-check-by-going-digital-now-the-bank-is-using-ai-to-take-it-to-anot">investment in artificial intelligence</a>, planning to spend $4 billion on AI initiatives over the next year—nearly a third of its annual $13 billion tech budget.
The company <a href="https://newsroom.bankofamerica.com/content/newsroom/press-releases/2025/04/ai-adoption-by-bofa-s-global-workforce-improves-productivity--cl.html">disclosed</a> the figure in a recent release, noting that both internal and customer-facing tools are already showing strong returns, ranging from cost reductions to improved user experiences.
Benzinga reached out to Bank of America for more details, but the bank was unable to comment by the time of publication. That being said, there are many interesting tidbits to highlight in the press release itself.
Among major U.S. banks, Bank of America appears to be leading the charge in deploying AI at scale. Its consumer chatbot Erica—launched seven years ago—has handled over 2.5 billion interactions and now serves 20 million active users. Meanwhile, sibling products like askMerrill and askPrivate Banking saw more than 23 million interactions in 2024, up by over a million from the previous year.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Enterprise AI Is Catching Up Fast</h3>
While consumer-facing AI has been in place for years, BofA's enterprise AI rollout is more recent—and more ambitious. New internal data reveals just how widely the bank is applying generative AI across its operations:
<ul>
<li>Internal Support (IT): Erica for Employees, an internal AI chatbot adapted from the public-facing version, is now used by over 90% of BofA's 213,000 employees—reducing IT help desk requests by more than 50%.</li>
<li>Developer Productivity: Engineers using generative AI coding assistants are seeing up to 20% improvements in productivity, helping them move faster across technical workflows.</li>
<li>Meeting Preparation: AI is helping employees generate meeting prep materials for client engagements, saving tens of thousands of hours annually—time that's redirected toward client-facing work.</li>
<li>Customer Support: Contact center agents use AI tools to deliver faster, more personalized service, which has reduced average call times.</li>
<li>Research Access (Sales &amp; Trading): Sales and trading teams use a homegrown generative AI tool to summarize BofA research and market updates more efficiently, helping them move quickly in volatile markets.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why This Matters</h3>
Other institutions like JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), and Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) are also building AI-powered tools for employees and customers. But Bank of America stands out for its transparency and measurable results.
Cutting IT support demand in half, improving developer velocity, and enhancing customer satisfaction are all indicators that this isn't hype—it's execution.
And yet, this is just the beginning. The generative AI transformation in banking is still in its early innings. What we're seeing now is likely just a preview of how financial services will operate in the next decade.
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Bank Of America Bets Big On AI With $4 Billion Investment—And It's Already Paying Off

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>KKR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$31.2K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
<td>740</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$26.5K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>382</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$28.4K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>324</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$664.9K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>301</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PYPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$38.1K</td>
<td>521</td>
<td>129</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AXP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$35.3K</td>
<td>611</td>
<td>111</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$90.0K</td>
<td>127</td>
<td>102</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$30.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/25/25</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$27.1K</td>
<td>117</td>
<td>19</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding KKR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on April 17, 2025. Parties traded 115 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.8K, with a price of $390.0 per contract. There were 1298 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1002 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 275 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.2K, with a price of $625.0 per contract. There were 6548 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 740 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 65 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 130 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.5K, with a price of $204.0 per contract. There were 6034 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 382 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 156 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 40 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.4K, with a price of $710.0 per contract. There were 3976 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 324 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 65 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 39 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $664.9K, with a price of $17050.0 per contract. There were 1933 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 301 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PYPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 121 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 57 contract(s) at a $62.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.1K, with a price of $670.0 per contract. There were 521 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 129 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 61 contract(s) at a $255.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.3K, with a price of $580.0 per contract. There were 611 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 111 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ALL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALL#NYSE">ALL</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 65 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $195.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $90.0K, with a price of $900.0 per contract. There were 127 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 102 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 219 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 60 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 22 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.3K, with a price of $505.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 60 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 9 day(s) on April 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 5 contract(s) at a $450.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.1K, with a price of $5437.0 per contract. There were 117 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 19 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Several CEOs of the largest U.S. banks have recently expressed concerns about the economic fallout, market volatility and broader uncertainty resulting from President Donald Trump's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44791485/bank-stocks-rebound-above-200-day-average-as-earnings-propel-dip-buyers"> new trade policies.&nbsp;</a>
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) CEO David Solomon warned of uncertainty and potential turbulence ahead on the company&#8217;s earnings call Monday.&nbsp;
&#8220;This uncertainty around the path forward and fears over the potentially escalating effects of a trade war have created material risks to the U.S. and global economy,&#8221; Solomon told analysts<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44802094/tariff-fears-pose-material-risks-to-us-and-global-economies-goldman-sachs-ceo-warns"> on the call</a>.&nbsp;
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Solomon also noted that he hears an even &#8220;greater sense of short-term concern&#8221; from CEOs located outside of the United States.&nbsp;
Last Friday, JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) CEO Jamie Dimon <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44774273/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-expects-sp-500-growth-forecast-to-be-cut">pointed out </a>that the analyst community has lowered the consensus S&amp;P 500 growth forecast from 10% to only 5% growth in 2025. He then predicted the forecast to be lowered even further in the near term.&nbsp;
&#8220;My guess is that it [will] be zero and negative five probably the next month," Dimon said.&nbsp;
Dimon has also stated that<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44717888/jpmorgan-jamie-dimon-warns-recession-now-likely-outcome"> a recession</a> is now a &#8220;likely outcome&#8221; due to the tariffs, and he expects many companies to withdraw or revise their forecasts because of the unpredictability. He emphasized that while the U.S. remains economically strong, the tariff uncertainty challenges that stability and could have lasting negative consequences. 
&#8220;Take a deep breath, negotiate some trade deals," Dimon urged the Trump administration last week. "It could get worse if we don&#8217;t make progress."
Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) CEO Brian Moynihan spoke about <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44829134/bank-of-america-ceo-says-consumers-are-resilient-while-business-owners-worried-as-we-face-a-changing-economy">the effects</a> of economic uncertainty on the mindset of the bank's business-owner clients.&nbsp;
&#8220;They&#8217;re worried about how this will affect their businesses and where they should invest. And I think that&#8217;s slowing down some of their decision paths right now,&#8221; he said, adding that some are considering changing growth plans as well.&nbsp;
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Big Bank CEOs Weigh In On Trump's Turbulent Economy

Investor and CEO of Euro Pacific Capital, Peter Schiff, is once again warning about the economic fallout from President Donald Trump's tariffs, arguing that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44756353/xi-jinping-says-there-are-no-winners-in-tariff-war-as-china-slaps-125-tariffs-on-us-goods-urges-trump-to-immediately-correct-wrongdoings">trade war</a> is backfiring on the U.S.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">China Shifts Away From the Dollar</h2>
In a <a href="https://x.com/PeterSchiff/status/1910304033329275312">post</a> on X on Thursday, Schiff said Trump&#8217;s tariffs are strengthening ties between China and the European Union. &#8220;It&#8217;s likely that China is selling dollars and Treasuries and buying euros and bunds,&#8221; Schiff wrote. &#8220;This will allow the [European Central Bank] to keep interest rates and inflation low and China to sell more goods to the EU.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Trump&#39;s misguided trade war with China is strengthening ties between the PRC and the EU. It&#39;s likely that China is selling dollars and Treasuries and buying euros and bunds. This will allow the ECB to keep interest rates and inflation low and China to sell more goods to the EU.
&mdash; Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeterSchiff/status/1910304033329275312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Earlier that day, Schiff <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44732982/donald-trump-reduced-himself-to-a-paper-tiger-says-peter-schiff-after-comparing-tariff-rollout-and-pause-to-the-hindenburg-of-trial-balloons">claimed the U.S. has no leverage</a>. &#8220;If Trump really wanted to use the threat of tariffs to negotiate deals, he substantially weakened his bargaining position by demonstrating how much damage the U.S. would suffer by imposing them,&#8221; he <a href="https://x.com/PeterSchiff/status/1910274090679623897">posted</a>. &#8220;By floating the Hindenburg of trial balloons, Trump reduced himself to a paper tiger.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions Are Severe</h2>
Schiff's criticism came as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44744139/wall-street-tumbles-dollar-crashes-gold-hits-record-highs-as-inflation-cools-more-than-predicted-whats-driving-markets-thursday">markets took a sharp hit</a>. The dollar fell to a 20-month low while gold prices surged to record highs. The S&amp;P 500 dropped 3.5% on Thursday, reversing a 9.5% gain from the previous session. The Nasdaq fell 4.3%, and bond yields spiked as investors moved into safe-haven assets.
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Trump paused the steep tariffs on some countries for 90 days, which offered brief relief. But Wall Street analysts and investors remain worried. According to the <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/4dff2bf4-fa89-4dc9-bfb5-3eb99be03435">Financial Times</a>, Goldman Sachs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) said it&#8217;s &#8220;too early for the &#8216;all clear'&#8221; and warned that policy uncertainty is still weighing on consumer and business activity.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Schiff: &#8216;Not a Genius Master Plan&#8217;</h2>
While Schiff did credit Trump for recognizing a mistake, he <a href="https://x.com/PeterSchiff/status/1910293834405142737">rejected</a> any suggestion that the resulting economic turbulence was part of a calculated move.&nbsp;
&#8220;Don&#8217;t get me wrong. I commend Trump for recognizing his mistake and trying to correct it,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;But I&#8217;m not willing to accept that crashing the stock and bond markets was part of his genius master plan.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pushback and Agreement</h2>
Not everyone agrees with Schiff. One X user pushed back, <a href="https://x.com/dascryto/status/1910276311886733354">saying</a>, &#8220;Tariffs are not the real threat, dollar dominance is.&#8221; Schiff replied, &#8220;And the dollar is losing its dominance as we speak.&#8221;
Others questioned his take, with one person <a href="https://x.com/Longshanks_81/status/1910275807408501037">noting</a> that China still faces high tariffs. Schiff countered, &#8220;We face those tariffs, not China. You still don&#8217;t get how tariffs work.&#8221;
As market volatility continues and political uncertainty grows, Schiff's core message remains unchanged: the U.S. may be doing more harm to itself than to its trading partners.
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Peter Schiff: 'China Is Selling Dollars And Treasuries To Buy Euros And Bunds.' Crashing The Markets Not Part Of A 'Genius Master Plan'

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>14.8K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$38.1K</td>
<td>20.7K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>874</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$49.1K</td>
<td>206</td>
<td>694</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>9.1K</td>
<td>211</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PYPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$34.4K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td>132</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$27.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>264</td>
<td>58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$25.8K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 2289 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 54 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.7K, with a price of $19.0 per contract. There were 14890 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2552 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BAC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $38.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.1K, with a price of $127.0 per contract. There were 20735 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1370 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 69 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $378.0 per contract. There were 1244 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 874 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 220 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 87 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.1K, with a price of $565.0 per contract. There were 206 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 694 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 3 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.5K, with a price of $17192.0 per contract. There were 9113 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 211 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PYPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 66 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 97 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.4K, with a price of $355.0 per contract. There were 4535 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 132 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 45 day(s) on May 30, 2025. Parties traded 75 contract(s) at a $79.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.0K, with a price of $360.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 75 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAL#NYSE">WAL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 25 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.5K, with a price of $2062.0 per contract. There were 264 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 58 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 45 day(s) on May 30, 2025. This event was a transfer of 15 contract(s) at a $530.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.8K, with a price of $1744.0 per contract. There were 3 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 42 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UPST (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 180 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.0K, with a price of $400.0 per contract. There were 1175 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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RBC Capital analyst Gerard Cassidy maintains Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $610 to $560.

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RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Goldman Sachs Group, Lowers Price Target to $560

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) posted better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/earnings">earnings for its first quarter</a>.
Goldman Sachs reported quarterly earnings of $14.12 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $12.35 per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $15.06 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $14.81 billion.
Provision for credit losses was $287 million for the first quarter, lower than $318 million a year ago quarter, reflecting net provisions related to the credit card portfolio.
David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, said, &#8220;While we are entering the second quarter with a markedly different operating environment than earlier this year, we remain confident in our ability to continue to support our clients.&#8221;
Goldman Sachs shares gained 2.3% to trade at $515.32 on Tuesday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Goldman Sachs following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li>Barclays analyst Jason Goldberg maintained Goldman Sachs Group with an Overweight rating and lowered the price target from $760 to $720.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Mike Mayo maintained the stock with an Overweight rating and cut the price target from $680 to $650.</li>
</ul>
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Goldman Sachs Analysts Slash Their Forecasts After Q1 Earnings

Wells Fargo analyst Mike Mayo maintains Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $680 to $650.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Goldman Sachs Group, Lowers Price Target to $650

Barclays analyst Jason Goldberg maintains Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $760 to $720.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Goldman Sachs Group, Lowers Price Target to $720

U.S. stock futures were volatile on Tuesday following a two-day advance. Futures of major benchmark indices were mixed in premarket.
Donald Trump hinted at helping the car companies while talking to reporters in his Oval Office on Monday. He explained that automakers require a transition period to shift production from Canada, Mexico, and elsewhere.
&#8220;And they need a little bit of time because they're going to make them here, but they need a little bit of time. So I'm talking about things like that,&#8221; he said.
Stocks advanced for two consecutive days after he exempted smartphones, computers, and semiconductors from the reciprocal tariffs on Friday. However, he hinted that he may look at levying duties on the chips imported into the U.S. on Sunday in a Truth Social post.
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.38% and the two-year bond was at 3.86%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing an 82.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its May meeting. 
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Futures</td>
<td>Change (+/-)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.03%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>-0.12%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.013% to $539.19, while the QQQ advanced 0.22% to $458.47, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Led by technology stocks, U.S. equities closed higher on Monday. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares surged 2.2%, and Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELLL#NYSE">DELLL</a>) gained approximately 4%, contributing to a roughly 1% rise in the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>).
Financials presented a mixed picture, with Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) reporting stronger-than-anticipated first-quarter earnings, while M&amp;T Bank Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>) posted weaker-than-expected results.
Real estate, utilities, and consumer staples sectors recorded the most significant gains on Monday. Conversely, consumer discretionary stocks trended lower.
As of Monday&#8217;s close, the Dow Jones index was 10.1% lower than its 52-week high of 45,073.63 points. The S&amp;P 500 index was 12.06% lower than its previous high of 6,147.43 points, and the Nasdaq 100 index was down 15.42% from its last record high of 22,222.61 points.
The Dow Jones index climbed 312 points or 0.78% to 40,524.79, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index advanced 0.79% to 5,405.97. Nasdaq Composite rose to end 0.64% higher at 16,831.48, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, jumped 1.11% to 1,880.88.
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Index</td>
<td>Performance (+/-)</td>
<td>Value</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>0.64%</td>
<td>16,831.48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.79%</td>
<td>5,405.97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>0.78%</td>
<td>40,524.79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>1,880.88</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Insights From Analysts:
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood said that she sees a &#8220;light at the end of the tunnel,&#8221; despite the ongoing<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44807265/cathie-wood-says-shock-therapy-from-trumps-trade-moves-may-end-prolonged-economic-slump"> tariff turmoil</a>. According to Wood, tariffs could be the catalyst to end a three-year "rolling recession."
She said that Trump&#8217;s decision to bring Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent into the process indicates a move to reduce both tariffs and non-tariff trade obstacles. She contends this shift wouldn&#8217;t have occurred without the initial &#8220;shock therapy&#8221; of aggressive trade measures.
The slowdown caused by the tariff introduction will give the administration and the Federal Reserve "more degrees of freedom to stimulate than most investors have been expecting,&#8221; she said.
This will create a "clarion call" for tax cuts, deregulation, and lower interest rates, ultimately paving the way for economic recovery, Wood added.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">While the last two weeks of tariff turmoil have been challenging for financial markets, we see light at the end of the tunnel! <a href="https://t.co/cexMNdtbLp">https://t.co/cexMNdtbLp</a>
&mdash; Cathie Wood (@CathieDWood) <a href="https://twitter.com/CathieDWood/status/1911969728337186973?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The analysts at BlackRock extended their tactical horizon back to six to 12 months and resumed their positive view on U.S., while still expecting the &#8220;ongoing risk asset volatility and potentially sharp reversals.&#8221;
Spiking yields in long-term U.S. Treasuries seemed to be a factor in the change in tariff tactics, the weekly note stated.
&#8220;We stay underweight long-term Treasuries, our highest conviction view: tariffs are likely to add to already sticky inflation, and congressional budget plans last week reinforce the outlook for persistent budget deficits. We favor gold instead as a portfolio diversifier.&#8221;
According to BlackRock, the broad-based equity selloff has created opportunities to tap into certain sectors, and &#8220;selectivity is key.&#8221;
&#8220;We still like U.S. technology benefitting from the AI buildout and adoption. We also favor global banks. That includes U.S. banks given the scope for deregulation even with some potential economic pain.&#8221;
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Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Tuesday:
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<li>March&#8217;s import price index data and April&#8217;s Empire State manufacturing survey data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:
<ul>
<li>Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) rose 1.09% in premarket on Tuesday as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of $1.85 per share on revenue of $21.29 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) was down 0.29% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of $2.60 per share on revenue of $21.58 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) was up 0.76% as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of 82 cents per share on revenue of $26.99 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) declined 0.12% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of 76 cents per share on revenue of $13.26 billion after the closing bell.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERIC#NASDAQ">ERIC</a>) jumped 6.17% after reporting that its first-quarter adjusted operating earnings, excluding restructuring charges, jumped 44% year-over-year to 6.2 billion Swedish crowns ($636 million).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Lowe&#8217;s Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>) advanced by 0.58% as it announced the purchase of an interior design company, Artisan Design Group, for $1.3 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>ARB IOT Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBB#NASDAQ">ARBB</a>) surged 33.83% after securing a $53 million deal to provide AI servers to Whizzl Group, boosting its AI infrastructure presence and strengthening its position in the AI and data center markets.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Geovax Labs Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOVX#NASDAQ">GOVX</a>) slumped 34.57% after it was directed by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority on April 11 to halt its Phase 2b COVID-19 vaccine trial.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 0.29% to hover around $61.35 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar advanced 0.46% to hover around $3,223.97 per ounce. Its fresh record high stood at $3,245.84 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.06% at the 99.585 level.
Asian markets rose on Tuesday, including India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, and South Korea's Kospi index. European markets were also higher in early trade.
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US Stock Futures Waver After Two-Day Rally: Trump's Tariff Moves Could End A 3-Year 'Rolling Recession,' Says Expert

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed almost no change in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Monday.
U.S. stocks settled higher on Monday, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 300 points during the session. Over the weekend, the White House announced a provisional exemption for smartphones and semiconductors from China's proposed 145% trade tariff. These items will instead face a 20% levy—linked to fentanyl-related enforcement—until sector-specific duties are finalized.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares rose 2.2%, while Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) shares gained around 4%. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) rose about 1% on Monday.
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) posted better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter. M&amp;T Bank Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>) posted weaker-than-expected earnings for its first quarter.
Despite significant volatility last week, all three major averages recorded gains during the period. The S&amp;P 500 gained 5.7% to record its best week since November 2023, while the Nasdaq jumped 7.3%, notching its best week since November 2022. The Dow also jumped around 5% last week.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a positive note, with real estate, utilities and consumer staples stocks recording biggest gains on Monday. However, consumer discretionary stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session lower.
The Dow Jones closed higher by around 312 points to 40,524.79 on Monday. The S&amp;P 500 rose 0.79% to 5,405.97, while the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.64% at 16,831.48 during Monday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) today.
At a current reading of 19.4, the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Monday, versus a prior reading of 19.4.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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Dow Surges Over 300 Points Ahead Of Earnings: Fear & Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone

After reporting better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback">first quarter results</a>, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) highlighted in its earnings call that the bank navigated the market volatility with record equity revenue and warned about &#8220;material risks&#8221; to the U.S. and global economies amid the ongoing trade war.
What Happened: Goldman Sachs navigated a quarter of &#8220;rapidly shifting sentiment&#8221; to deliver robust first-quarter 2025 results, highlighted by a record $4.2 billion in equities net revenue, according to its Chairman and CEO, David Solomon.
The firm capitalized on market volatility, driven by policy uncertainty and repositioning by clients, to achieve strong performance in its Global Banking &amp; Markets division. Solomon emphasized the strength of their global franchise and risk management capabilities in supporting client needs during this period.
While the trading desks thrived, the firm also sounded a note of caution regarding the broader economic outlook amid the ongoing tariff battle driven by U.S. trade policies under President Donald Trump&#8216;s administration. Solomon highlighted growing concerns among clients, including corporate CEOs and institutional investors, about the &#8220;significant near-term and longer-term uncertainty&#8221; stemming from potential trade wars.
He specifically noted that these fears pose &#8220;material risks to the U.S. and global economy,&#8221; even as the administration pursues a more gradual policy process.
Despite the volatile backdrop impacting investment banking activity, Goldman Sachs maintained its leading position in mergers and acquisitions for the 20th consecutive year, with a growing backlog suggesting potential for future dealmaking.
The Asset &amp; Wealth Management division also saw continued growth, with assets under supervision reaching a record $3.2 trillion and a 29th consecutive quarter of long-term fee-based net inflows.
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Why It Matters: Revenue of $15.06 billion, up 6% year-over-year, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback">beat the consensus</a> of $14.81 billion. Net interest income rose to $2.90 billion, up from $1.37 billion a year ago quarter, and it recorded earnings of $14.12 per share, beating the consensus of $12.35.
Looking ahead, Goldman Sachs acknowledged the &#8220;markedly different operating environment&#8221; entering the second quarter, with GS economists significantly downgrading U.S. growth expectations from over 2% to 0.5%, while also increasing recession probabilities.
Price Action: Goldman Sachs stock ended 1.93% higher at $503.98 on Monday, while the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), tracking the S&amp;P 500 index, rose 0.97%.
GS was down by 12.35% on a year-to-date basis, whereas it was up 25.72% over a year.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings indicate that GS has a weaker price trend over the short, medium, and long term. Its momentum ranking was solid at the 85.89th percentile, whereas its growth and quality rankings were moderate. More details on the fundamentals are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">available here</a>.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/report/GS"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="972" height="153" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE.png" alt="" class="wp-image-871358" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE.png 972w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE-300x47.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE-768x121.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 972px) 100vw, 972px" /></a></figure>
Benzinga&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/analyst-ratings">analysis of 23 analysts shows a consensus</a> &#8220;buy&#8221; rating for the stock, with an average price target of $534.64, ranging from $351 to $760. Recent ratings from JMP Securities, JP Morgan, and Evercore ISI Group average $602.67, suggesting a 20.04% potential upside.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/analyst-ratings"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="389" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-1024x389.png" alt="" class="wp-image-871357" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-1024x389.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-300x114.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-768x292.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr.png 1138w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>
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Goldman Sachs Warns Of 'Material Risks' To US And Global Economy Amid Trade War, As Record Equity Revenue Drives Strong Q1 Results

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) on Monday reported its first-quarter global banking and markets division revenue rose 10% to $10.71 billion, driven higher by blockbuster equity trading revenue. However, CEO David Solomon warned of uncertainty and potential turbulence ahead on the company's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback"> earnings call. </a>
What To Know: The Goldman Sachs CEO warned that the prospect of a recession has increased with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44791485/bank-stocks-rebound-above-200-day-average-as-earnings-propel-dip-buyers">global signals</a> indicating a slow down in economic activity. He said that these indicators combined with the potential of an escalating trade war have left the bank's clients with an uncomfortable degree of uncertainty.&nbsp;
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"This uncertainty around the path forward and fears over the potentially escalating effects of a trade war have created material risks to the U.S. and global economy," Solomon told analysts on the call.&nbsp;
Solomon noted that he hears an even "greater sense of short-term concern" from CEOs located outside of the United States.&nbsp;
He added, however, that he is "encouraged" with the Trump administration's most recent developments including time for negotiations on future trade policies.&nbsp;
JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) CEO Jamie Dimon made <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44774273/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-expects-sp-500-growth-forecast-to-be-cut">similar comments</a> last Friday on his company's earnings call that negotiations "would be good for everybody."&nbsp;
Solomon added that clarity on policy should come with time and advised investors and CEOs to "go slow and take a pause here until we have more clarity around a lot of these issues."
GS Price Action: Goldman Sachs shares ended Monday's session 2.09% higher at $504.78, according to data from<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw"> Benzinga Pro</a>.&nbsp;
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Tariff Fears Pose 'Material Risks' To US And Global Economies, Goldman Sachs CEO Warns

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRWD#NASDAQ">IRWD</a>) on Monday announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants a confirmatory Phase 3 trial to approve apraglutide for short bowel syndrome <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care">with intestinal failure</a>.
Ironwood has engaged Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/b44785200/ironwood-pharmaceuticals-provides-clinical-and-regulatory-update-on-apraglutide" rel="noreferrer noopener">explore strategic alternatives</a>.
Apraglutide is a once-weekly, long-acting synthetic GLP-2 analog with the potential to treat rare gastrointestinal diseases.
In preparation for the new drug application (NDA) submission, pharmacokinetic analysis indicated that the exposure and dose delivered in the STARS Phase 3 trial were lower than planned due to dose <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/02/37399087/why-is-gastrointestinal-healthcare-focused-ironwood-pharmaceuticals-stock-sinking-on-thursday" rel="noreferrer noopener">preparation and administration</a>.
Based on the strength of the STARS Phase 3 results, Ironwood believed there was a regulatory path forward.
Following a recent dialogue with the FDA, the company said a confirmatory Phase 3 trial is needed to seek approval.
Ironwood plans to work with the FDA on designing a confirmatory Phase 3 trial and the regulatory path forward.
Apraglutide generated strong safety and efficacy data in the STARS Phase 3 trial. Following an analysis of long-term extension trial data, 27 apraglutide-dosed patients dependent on parenteral support achieved enteral autonomy, which is the ultimate goal for these patients. Consistent with FDA discussions, Ironwood plans to continue the long-term extension trial and believes the data from the STARS trial will continue to be an integral part of an NDA submission package.
&#8220;We are disappointed in this outcome,&#8221; Tom McCourt, CEO of Ironwood. 
Apraglutide has the potential to provide &#8220;tremendous value to patients with SBS-IF who suffer from increased mortality and reduced quality of life,&#8221; McCourt added.
Ironwood initiated the rolling new drug application to the FDA for apraglutide for SBS, with submission completion <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b44002403/ironwood-pharmaceuticals-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-achieves-2024-financial" rel="noreferrer noopener">expected in Q3 2025</a>.
Price Action: IRWD stock is down 30.28% at 66 cents at the last check Monday.
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Ironwood Pharmaceuticals Stock Plunges, FDA Wants Another Trial For Gastrointestinal Drug

Wall Street pared early morning gains by midday Monday, as investor caution returned despite a temporary easing in U.S.-China trade tensions. While the initial market reaction was positive, especially in tech, enthusiasm faded as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">the trading session progressed.</a>
Over the weekend, the White House announced a provisional exemption for smartphones and semiconductors from China&#8217;s proposed 145% trade tariff. These items will instead face a 20% levy—linked to fentanyl-related enforcement—until sector-specific duties are finalized.
The development triggered a strong premarket rally in technology stocks. Yet, those gains were sharply trimmed by midday amid broader geopolitical and policy concerns.
During a White House meeting with El Salvador President Nayib Bukele, President Donald Trump said he plans to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports to boost domestic manufacturing. 
He reiterated a hardline stance on Iran, warning of severe consequences if Tehran develops nuclear weapons, but also suggested &#8220;flexibility&#8221; in tariff negotiations, emphasizing a desire not to harm U.S. businesses.
Defensive and domestic-oriented sectors such as real estate, utilities, and consumer staples outperformed broader markets. In contrast, consumer discretionary was the only sector trading in negative territory.
Treasury yields dropped significantly, reflecting increased demand for U.S. government debt and easing fears of foreign liquidation. The 2-year yield fell 10 basis points to 3.87%, while 10-year benchmark yield dropped 7 basis points to 4.42%.
Gold pulled back 1% to $3,200 per ounce, pausing after a three-session rally. Crude oil fell 0.8% to $61 per barrel, while natural gas slid 2.9% to $3.39 per MMBtu, eyeing its lowest level since last Wednesday.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) was little changed at $84,000, while Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) gained 2.1% to $1,630.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<tbody>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>Chg %</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>40,326.49</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,377.08</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>18,695.41</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,856.16</td>
<td colspan="2">-0.2%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.5% up to $537.23.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.4% to $403.81.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) edged 0.4% higher to $454.38.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) inched 0.1% higher to 184.74.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Real Estate&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) outperformed, up 1.9%; the&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) lagged, down 0.5%.</li>
</ul>
In company news, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) reported stronger-than-expected earnings during the first quarter, and shares rose 1.9%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 5 Gainers On Monday</h3>
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<td>Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNDK#NASDAQ">SNDK</a>)</td>
<td>6.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles River Laboratories Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRL#NYSE">CRL</a>)</td>
<td>5.98%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>4.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>)</td>
<td>4.64%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>4.15%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Worst 5 Losers On Monday</h3>
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<th>Company</th>
<th>% Change</th>
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<td>Humana Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUM#NYSE">HUM</a>)</td>
<td>-3.80%</td>
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<tr>
<td>DaVita Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVA#NYSE">DVA</a>)</td>
<td>-3.61%</td>
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<td>UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>-3.04%</td>
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<td>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)</td>
<td>-2.39%</td>
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<td>Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td>-2.36%</td>
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