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JP Morgan analyst Ken Goldman maintains Hain Celestial Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAIN#NASDAQ">HAIN</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $6 to $5.

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JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Hain Celestial Group, Lowers Price Target to $5

JP Morgan analyst Eric Joseph maintains PTC Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTCT#NASDAQ">PTCT</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $72 to $78.

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JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on PTC Therapeutics, Raises Price Target to $78

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PRPL

Purple Innovation shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q4 adjusted EPS results and announced a strategic alternative review with the board to consider opportunities to maximize shareholder value.

JP Morgan analyst Katherine Lei maintains Futu Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUTU#NASDAQ">FUTU</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $160 to $170.

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JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Futu Hldgs, Raises Price Target to $170

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Broadcom. Our analysis of options history for Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) revealed 30 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 50% of traders were bullish, while 36% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $281,980, and 24 were calls, valued at $2,099,110.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $110.0 to $370.0 for Broadcom over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Broadcom stands at 2743.88, with a total volume reaching 9,772.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Broadcom, situated within the strike price corridor from $110.0 to $370.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Broadcom Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741963588_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$401.7K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$8.01</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$401.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>566</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$16.25</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$15.6</td>
<td>$182.00</td>
<td>$273.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$14.65</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$161.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$8.7</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$110.9K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
<td>265</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Broadcom</h3>
Broadcom is the sixth-largest semiconductor company globally and has expanded into various software businesses, with over $30 billion in annual revenue. It sells 17 core semiconductor product lines across wireless, networking, broadband, storage, and industrial markets. It is primarily a fabless designer but holds some manufacturing in-house, like for its best-of-breed FBAR filters that sell into the Apple iPhone. In software, it sells virtualization, infrastructure, and security software to large enterprises, financial institutions, and governments.Broadcom is the product of consolidation. Its businesses are an amalgamation of former companies like legacy Broadcom and Avago Technologies in chips, as well as Brocade, CA Technologies, and Symantec in software.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Broadcom, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Broadcom's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 5,366,446, the price of AVGO is up 1.33% at $193.9. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 89 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Broadcom</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $270.4.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Broadcom, which currently sits at a price target of $250. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Broadcom with a target price of $260. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Broadcom, which currently sits at a price target of $275. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Broadcom, which currently sits at a price target of $267. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald has revised its rating downward to Overweight, adjusting the price target to $300. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Broadcom, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

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Smart Money Is Betting Big In AVGO Options

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on DraftKings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in DKNG often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 10 options trades for DraftKings. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 40% bullish and 50% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $213,875, and 9 calls, totaling $1,063,924.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $38.0 to $45.0 for DraftKings during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of DraftKings stands at 3080.5, with a total volume reaching 10,745.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in DraftKings, situated within the strike price corridor from $38.0 to $45.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>DraftKings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741963583_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$7.25</td>
<td>$7.25</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$213.8K</td>
<td>256</td>
<td>300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$213.8K</td>
<td>170</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$187.4K</td>
<td>170</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$136.4K</td>
<td>170</td>
<td>727</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$0.8</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$112.4K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About DraftKings</h3>
DraftKings got its start in 2012 as an innovator in daily fantasy sports. Then, following a Supreme Court ruling in 2018 that allowed states to legalize online sports wagering, the company expanded into online sports and casino gambling, where it generally holds the number two or three revenue share position across states in which it competes. DraftKings is now live with online or retail sports betting in about 25 states and iGaming in five states, with both products available to around 40% of Canada's population. In 2024, sports revenue was 61% of total sales, i-gaming 32%, and fantasy and lottery 7%. The company also operates a non-fungible token commissioned-based marketplace and develops and licenses online gaming products.
Having examined the options trading patterns of DraftKings, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of DraftKings</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,621,324, with DKNG's price up by 0.19%, positioned at $37.06.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 48 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for DraftKings</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $59.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JMP Securities continues to hold a Market Outperform rating for DraftKings, targeting a price of $60. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $60. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from JMP Securities downgraded its rating to Market Outperform, setting a price target of $50. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham has decided to maintain their Buy rating on DraftKings, which currently sits at a price target of $65. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Overweight rating on DraftKings, maintaining a target price of $60. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest DraftKings options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with BAC, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 14 options trades for Bank of America.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 57% bullish and 35%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $36,000, and 13, calls, for a total amount of $736,911.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $35.0 to $55.0 for Bank of America during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Bank of America options trades today is 13131.33 with a total volume of 6,781.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Bank of America's big money trades within a strike price range of $35.0 to $55.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Bank of America 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741963578_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.5</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$6.5</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$130.0K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
<td>400</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$124.9K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>758</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$67.9K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>140</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$1.68</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.67</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$62.7K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.87</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$2.87</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$57.4K</td>
<td>15.6K</td>
<td>323</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Bank of America</h3>
Bank of America is one of the largest financial institutions in the United States, with more than $3.2 trillion in assets. It is organized into four major segments: consumer banking, global wealth and investment management, global banking, and global markets. Bank of America's consumer-facing lines of business include its network of branches and deposit-gathering operations, retail lending products, credit and debit cards, and small-business services. The company's Merrill Lynch operations provide brokerage and wealth-management services, as does its private bank. Wholesale lines of business include investment banking, corporate and commercial real estate lending, and capital markets operations. Bank of America has operations in several countries but is primarily US-focused.
<h3>Where Is Bank of America Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 7,595,428, the price of BAC is up 2.38% at $40.62. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 32 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Bank of America</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $50.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from Baird has upgraded their rating to Outperform and adjusted the price target to $50. 
Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Bank of America with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

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Sunrun Option Alert: Jan 16 $7.5 Calls Sweep (47) Near The Ask: 2827 @ $1.791 vs 6225 OI; Earnings 5/7 After Close [est] Ref=$6.435

Liberty Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 19.5% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 36.63%. Currently, Liberty Energy has a market capitalization of $2.33 billion. 
Buying $100 In LBRT: If an investor had bought $100 of LBRT stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $508.16 today based on a price of $14.38 for LBRT at the time of writing.
<h3>Liberty Energy's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741963541_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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If You Invested $100 In This Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

JP Morgan analyst Mark Murphy maintains DocuSign (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $75 to $81.

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JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on DocuSign, Raises Price Target to $81

Shares of semiconductor developer SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAES#NASDAQ">LAES</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">traded higher on Friday</a> after the company said it is advancing its quantum computing and AI initiatives through its SEALQUANTUM investment strategy launched last month.
As part of this initiative, the company has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44328093/sealsq-expands-its-quantum-safe-strategy-with-sealquantum-com-initiative-and-a-up-to-20-million-in" rel="noreferrer noopener">committed up to $20 million</a> to fund startups specializing in quantum computing, Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS), and AI-driven semiconductor technologies.
SEALSQ&#8217;s investment strategy aims to fast-track its goals in quantum computing. So far, the company has made two investments, with plans to announce two more by the end of second-quarter 2025.
One of these investments is in ColibriTD, a firm focused on quantum-as-a-service, which will aid SEALSQ in incorporating quantum computing into practical applications.
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Furthermore, SEALSQ is in exclusive talks to acquire IC&#8217;ALPS SAS, an ASIC design and supply specialist based in Grenoble, France.
&#8220;By investing in cutting-edge startups focused on quantum computing, QaaS, and AI-driven semiconductor technologies, we are fostering innovation, promoting unconventional thinking, and assisting entrepreneurs in finding creative solutions to complex challenges,&#8221; said CEO Carlos Moreira.
The company is prioritizing advancements in quantum security, AI-driven chipsets, and post-quantum semiconductor technologies.
With its SEALQUANTUM initiative, SEALSQ is tackling key cybersecurity and quantum computing issues by backing AI-powered solutions and secure quantum frameworks.
Also, SEALSQ invests in young European entrepreneurs working on cybersecurity, quantum sectors, and space technology to complement the WISeSat satellite constellation.&nbsp;
Price Action: LAES shares traded higher by 13% at $3.095 at last check Friday.
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JP Morgan analyst Andrea Teixeira maintains Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CL#NYSE">CL</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $97 to $99.

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Major indexes are higher despite a drop in US consumer sentiment. Markets may be rebounding following weakness in recent sessions, with several chip stocks gaining on Friday.

Keybanc analyst Eric Heath maintains Rubrik (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $87 to $82.

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Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Rubrik, Lowers Price Target to $82

Consumer confidence in the U.S. plunged to its lowest level in four months, raising concerns about a slowing economy and persistent inflation, according to data released Friday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">by the University of Michigan</a>. 
With inflation expectations jumping to their highest level in decades, fears of a stagflationary environment—where growth stagnates while inflation remains elevated—are mounting.
The University of Michigan said its preliminary March Consumer Sentiment Index fell from February's 64.7 to 57.9 points, well below economists&#8217; expectations of 63.1. This marks an 11% monthly drop and a staggering 22% decline from December 2024.
The report also showed that consumer expectations for future economic conditions plummeted, with the Consumer Expectations Index falling to 54.2 from 64.0, well below the 64.3 consensus forecast. 
Meanwhile, the Current Conditions Index, which measures consumers' assessment of their present financial situation, dropped slightly to 63.5 from 65.7.
Year-ahead inflation expectations jumped from 4.3% in February to 4.9% in March, the highest since November 2022. 
Long-run inflation expectations surged from 3.5% to 3.9%, marking the largest increase since 1993. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Survey – March 2025</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Indicator</th>
<th>March 2025</th>
<th>February 2025</th>
<th>Consensus Estimate (TradingEconomics)</th>
<th>Key Takeaway</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Sentiment Index</td>
<td>57.9</td>
<td>64.7</td>
<td>63.1</td>
<td>Lowest level since November 2023, down 22% from December 2024.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Expectations Index</td>
<td>54.2</td>
<td>64.0</td>
<td>64.3</td>
<td>Lowest since July 2022</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Current Conditions Index</td>
<td>63.5</td>
<td>65.7</td>
<td>65.0</td>
<td>Four straight months of decline</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1-Year Inflation Expectations</td>
<td>4.9%</td>
<td>4.3%</td>
<td>N/A</td>
<td>Highest since November 2022</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5-Year Inflation Expectations</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
<td>N/A</td>
<td>Highest since March 1993</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: 5-Year Inflation Expectations Jump To A 32-Year High</h3>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's Driving the Decline In Confidence?</h3>
The report revealed that confidence deteriorated across all demographic and political groups. 
Sentiment fell "consistently across all groups by age, education, income, wealth, political affiliations, and geographic regions," Joanne Hsu, director of the Surveys of Consumers, said. 
According to the survey, consumers are increasingly worried about inflation, business conditions, stock markets, and labor markets.
Frequent shifts in economic policy and uncertainty around government actions are making it increasingly difficult for consumers to plan for the future, Hsu said.
Even though Republicans initially felt more optimistic after the 2024 elections, their expectations index still fell 10% in March. Independents and Democrats reported even steeper declines of 12% and 24%, respectively.
The spike in both short-term and long-term inflation expectations could challenge the Federal Reserve&#8217;s plans for potential rate cuts in 2025, as persistent price pressures remain a top concern for consumers.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 trimmed session gains following the UMich sentiment report. The index – as tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) – was up 1.5% before the release but moderated to a 0.7% increase by 10:15 a.m. ET.
Treasury yields were higher for the session, with the 10-year yield rising to 4.30%, reflecting concerns that persistent inflation could delay Fed rate cuts. 
The U.S. dollar index – tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) – dipped 0.1%, heading for its second consecutive week of declines.
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