Dernières nouvelles pour Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) Stock

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Moderna is a commercial-stage biotech that was founded in 2010 and had its initial public offering in December 2018. The firm's mRNA technology was rapidly validated with its covid vaccine, which was authorized in the United States in December 2020. Moderna had 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development as of September 2024. Programs span a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and rare genetic diseases.

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Moderna's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NYSE">MRNA</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.25% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 34.38 million shares sold short, which is 11.75% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.68 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Moderna Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732301111_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Moderna has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Moderna's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Moderna's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.72%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) head of vaccine safety says that President-elect Donald Trump's embrace of vaccine skeptics could be an opportunity for the science community to teach the public about the value of these life-saving drugs. However, if these efforts fail it could lead to "natural consequences."
The FDA's Peter Marks made the remarks Thursday at the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference. Marks is the current director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the FDA. The center ensures the safety and effectiveness of biological products, including vaccines.
Marks said now is the chance for scientists to make the case for vaccines, as Trump has named noted anti-vaccine crusader Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his pick to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Bloomberg is also reporting that Trump is likely to pick surgeon and public health researcher Marty Makary as the next head of the FDA. Previously, Makary has criticized the agency's approval of COVID-19 booster vaccines. Additionally, he has written several op-eds on the pandemic including one claiming that the U.S. would achieve <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/well-have-herd-immunity-by-april-11613669731">herd immunity by April 2021 </a>and a more recent one arguing that vaccines shouldn't be <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/biden-waves-another-covid-shot-through-fda-human-outcomes-data-195731c0">recommended universally</a> for lower-risk patients.
Marks said that if public health officials fail to make the case for vaccines there will be consequences.
"If that doesn't work, and everything runs wild in the opposite direction, just as your kids learn natural consequences — if you put your hand on a hot oven, you will get burned, et cetera, that kind of thing — the American public will learn the natural consequences of what happens if vaccination rates fall too far, because we will start to see measles, polio, things that we should never see in a well-developed country, come back," said Marks, who was speaking virtually at the conference, <a href="https://www.statnews.com/2024/11/21/peter-marks-fda-rfk-jr-vaccine-safety/">STAT reported</a>.
Marks said he expects a vigorous debate on COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric vaccines but hopes a "degree of moderation will prevail" on the topic of vaccines overall.

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A child in Alameda County, California is the latest case of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/11/41949697/bird-flu-puts-teen-in-critical-condition-as-canada-reports-first-human-case-what-you-need-to-know">bird flu in the U.S.</a> 
According to the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-11-19/alameda-county-child-believed-to-be-latest-case-of-bird-flu-source-unknown">Los Angeles Times</a>, the total case count in the U.S. stands at 54. Thirty-one cases are attributed to the dairy industry and 21 to the poultry industry. Two of the case&#8217;s causes are unknown.
Companies are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/23/03/31416800/large-vaccine-players-including-gsk-moderna-prepare-for-bird-flu-vaccine-just-in-case">racing to develop vaccines</a>, but observers worry that the incoming Trump administration&#8217;s selection of vaccine-skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services could put a potential treatment in the crosshairs.
Health researchers are exploring the idea that the virus was spread via wild birds. The California child&#8217;s genetic sequencing has not been released; it is therefore unclear if it is of wild bird or dairy origins.
Meanwhile, a teenager in Canada who was hospitalized with the bird flu possibly showed signs of mutation, the Guardian <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/nov/19/bird-flu-cases-mutation-canada">reports</a>.
Experts are reportedly concerned that a mutation in the virus would make it easier to spread, making the odds of a widespread outbreak more likely.
Vaccine Efforts: Pfizer Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>) and Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) are currently developing an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/11/41949697/bird-flu-puts-teen-in-critical-condition-as-canada-reports-first-human-case-what-you-need-to-know">mRNA bird flu vaccine</a> using similar technology to the companies' COVID-19 vaccines.
The U.S. government has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41188886/gsk-sanofi-and-csl-secure-us-government-fund-to-boost-bird-flu-vaccine-production-report">also awarded grants</a> to European pharmaceutical giants GSK plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSK#NYSE">GSK</a>) and Sanofi SA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNY#NASDAQ">SNY</a>).
Regulatory Question Marks: Kennedy, Donald Trump&#8217;s pick to lead the HHS, is widely known as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41822473/trumps-potential-health-czar-robert-f-kennedy-jr-rattles-vaccine-stocks-shoot-first-reaction">a vaccine-skeptic</a>. While the Kennedy family heir says he will not &#8220;take away anybody's vaccines,&#8221; his ultimate regulatory intentions are unclear. A bird flu vaccine could face additional hurdles in a Trump administration.
In the past, Kennedy has falsely associated <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower">vaccinations with autism</a> in children, a claim that has been thoroughly disproven in the scientific field. A May Lancet <a href="https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(24)00850-X/fulltext">study</a> found that vaccines have saved 154 million lives throughout human history. They have effectively treated polio, measles, pertussis, and other diseases.
Kennedy may face a tough confirmation vote in the Republican-controlled Senate given his pro-choice abortion stances. He has, however, found a unique <a href="https://x.com/jaredpolis/status/1857173250586911189">ally</a> in Colorado Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat.
Pfizer, Moderna and other vaccine manufacturers&#8217; stock fell on the news of Kennedy&#8217;s selection.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Moderna.
Looking at options history for Moderna (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) we detected 37 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 32% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 59% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 19 are puts, for a total amount of $1,152,330 and 18, calls, for a total amount of $1,026,287.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $30.0 to $300.0 for Moderna over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Moderna's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Moderna's significant trades, within a strike price range of $30.0 to $300.0, over the past month.
<h3>Moderna Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732047342_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<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>
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<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$169.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$34.95</td>
<td>$33.8</td>
<td>$33.8</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$168.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$24.05</td>
<td>$24.0</td>
<td>$24.05</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$137.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>59</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$6.21</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$124.0K</td>
<td>733</td>
<td>389</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$113.1K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>344</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Moderna</h3>
Moderna is a commercial-stage biotech that was founded in 2010 and had its initial public offering in December 2018. The firm's mRNA technology was rapidly validated with its covid vaccine, which was authorized in the United States in December 2020. Moderna had 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development as of September 2024. Programs span a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and rare genetic diseases.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Moderna, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Moderna</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 5,807,278, with MRNA's price down by -4.83%, positioned at $37.6.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 93 days.</li>
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Moderna

Last week, some large European and U.S. vaccine maker stocks fell in reaction to&nbsp;Robert F. Kennedy Jr.&#8217;s nomination to lead the&nbsp;Department of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower" rel="noreferrer noopener">Health and Human Services</a>.
Including Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), several stocks witnessed a decline as Kennedy has been known to be against vaccines and has a track record of making false claims about vaccines, including the debunked idea that <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42013119/whats-going-on-with-large-european-and-us-vaccine-makers" rel="noreferrer noopener">they cause autism</a>.
Goldman Sachs hosted an investor lunch with Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel, President Stephen Hoge, and Lavina Talukdar, SVP and Head of IR, to discuss the potential impacts of the incoming government administration.
Management highlighted that, according to legislation, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for managing the department rather than creating policy.
It remains uncertain how political appointees might affect the current vaccine regulatory framework, which Moderna believes would require significant effort to alter, the analyst highlights.
The analyst highlighted that HHS Secretary nominee Robert Kennedy Jr. has previously raised concerns about vaccine safety, mainly regarding vaccines for children. However, Moderna is not creating vaccines targeted specifically for children.
Moderna&#8217;s management expressed stronger confidence in their pre-election strategy to focus on investments in oncology and rare diseases while reducing reliance on respiratory infectious diseases.
Following comments made at the recent R&amp;D Day, Moderna will keep promoting its Spikevax and mRESVIA vaccines but will prioritize securing approval for ten new products over the next three years. This strategy aims to boost sales and expand the company&#8217;s pipeline <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/09/40834547/moderna-outlines-post-covid-roadmap-cuts-research-budget-forecasts-2025-sales-below-expectations" rel="noreferrer noopener">beyond respiratory vaccines</a>.
Goldman Sachs remarks that Moderna expects to break even at ~$6 billion in revenue and achieve that in 2028 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41854205/modernas-q3-earnings-beat-overshadowed-by-vaccine-demand-slowdown-and-market-share-concerns-analysts-warn" rel="noreferrer noopener">on a cash-cost basis</a>.
Analyst Reaction:
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<li>Piper Sandler reiterates Moderna with an Overweight and lowers the price target from $115 to $69.</li>
<li>HSBC upgraded Moderna Hold to Buy and announced a $58 price target.</li>
<li>Goldman maintains the Buy rating with a price target of $112.</li>
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Price Action: MRNA stock is up 5.40% at $38.84&nbsp;at last check Monday.
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Moderna Remains Confident Despite Political Concerns Over Vaccine Safety and HHS Nomination

Piper Sandler analyst Edward Tenthoff reiterates Moderna (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $115 to $69.

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Moderna shares are trading higher after HSBC upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy.

HSBC analyst Yifeng Liu upgrades Moderna (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) from Hold to Buy and announces $58 price target.

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The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a further decline in the overall market sentiment, with the index moving to the &#8220;Neutral&#8221; zone on Friday.
U.S. stocks settled lower on Friday, with the Dow Jones falling more than 300 points during the session. The S&amp;P 500 recorded a weekly loss of 2.1%, while the Nasdaq Composite fell around 3.2%. The 30-stock Dow lost 1.2% during the week.
Major tech stocks recorded losses, with Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) shares falling over 3% on Friday, and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) stock losing around 2.8% during the session. However, shares of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) gained around 3% on Friday.
Shares of vaccine companies settled lower on Friday after President-elect Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS. Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) shares dipped over 7%, while Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) shares declined more than 4% during the session. The SPDR S&amp;P Biotech ETF dipped over 5%, recording its worst week since 2020.
On the economic data front, U.S. export prices increased by 0.8% in October, while import prices rose by 0.3% month-over-month in October. U.S. retail sales rose 0.4% month-over-month in October compared to a revised 0.8% increase in September, topping market estimates of 0.3%
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with information technology, communication services, and healthcare stocks recording the biggest losses on Friday. However, utilities and financials stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
The Dow Jones closed lower by around 306 points to 43,444.99 on Friday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 1.32% to 5,870.62, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.24% at 18,680.12 during Friday's session.
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At a current reading of 50.9, the index moved to the &#8220;Neutral&#8221; zone on Friday, versus a prior reading of 58.2.
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<li>Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) stock fell 21.31% last week amid <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42013119" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pressure on vaccine stocks</a> after President-elect Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS.</li>
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<li>Monday.Com Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>) stock fell 18.94% last week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41877454" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">despite the company reporting</a> a Q3 beat and raising its annual outlook.</li>
<li>Vaxcyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCVX#NASDAQ">PCVX</a>) stock fell 18.60% last week amid <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42013119" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pressure on vaccine stocks</a> after President-elect Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS.</li>
<li>Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) shares plummeted 18.59%.</li>
<li>AbbVie Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>) stock declined 17.30% last week after it announced that its Phase 2 EMPOWER trials did not <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41881546/abbvie-9billion-schizophrenia-studies-bristol-myers-stock-surges" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">meet their primary endpoints</a>.</li>
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Super Micro Computer, Moderna And XPeng Were Among Top 10 Large Cap Stocks Losing Big Last Week (November 11-15): Check Out Other Losers

Shares of Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) are trading lower after President-elect Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/42009107/robert-kennedy-poised-to-lead-health-and-human-services-why-fda-nih-officials-are-nervous">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Kennedy has been a vocal critic of vaccines and mainstream medical practices, raising concerns about potential reforms at federal health agencies, including the FDA and NIH. Speculation about reduced funding, department eliminations and restructuring at the NIH has created unease among employees and investors. FDA staff are reportedly considering resignations due to concerns about Kennedy's potential policies. 
Kennedy has proposed reducing the NIH's 27 divisions to 15 and replacing 600 employees, raising alarms about the future of federally funded research and its independence. Employees at the FDA and NIH are apprehensive about potential budget cuts and the politicization of research. For Moderna, this creates uncertainty about the future of vaccine development and approval processes.
Industry representatives, including the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, have expressed concerns about preserving innovation and maintaining the U.S.'s leadership in drug development. Despite the uncertainty, they indicated they may collaborate with the incoming administration to address healthcare challenges.
Why It Matters: These developments have heightened investor fears about the pharmaceutical sector, particularly vaccine developers like Moderna, which rely on federal approval processes and public trust in immunization programs.
The uncertainty surrounding federal health policies and their impact on vaccine programs is driving the sell-off in Moderna and other vaccine stocks. Shares are under pressure as investors weigh the potential for reduced government support and a more challenging regulatory environment.
MRNA Price Action: Moderna shares were down by 6.16% at $37.33 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Moderna Shares Are Dipping Today: What's Going On?

To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Powell Speaks The Truth</h3>
Please <a href="https://thearorareport.com/chart-analysis-stock-powell-speech-trump-appointments-spy-mc-11152024">click here</a> for an enlarged chart of SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) which represents the benchmark stock market index S&amp;P 500 (SPX).
Note the following:
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<li>It is worth a reminder that The Arora Report is politically agnostic.&nbsp; Our sole job is to help our members extract the maximum amount of money out of the markets with the least possible risk.</li>
<li>The price action on the chart shows that the rip roaring Trump rally is taking a breather.</li>
<li>The chart shows that the stock market is still above the breakout line.</li>
<li>RSI on the chart shows that the stock market has pulled back, reflecting a loss of momentum. The stock market is still overbought.</li>
<li>The chart shows that the volume remains low.&nbsp; This indicates that institutional investors are not rushing to buy stocks.</li>
<li>Yesterday, Powell spoke that truth – the market did not like it.&nbsp; Powell said, "The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates."&nbsp; Powell elaborated, "The strength we are currently seeing in the economy gives us the ability to approach our decisions carefully."</li>
<li>Powell's remarks brought some selling into stocks and bonds.</li>
<li>This morning, in the early trade, selling continues.</li>
<li>The reason for some selling is that the prevailing wisdom on Wall Street has been that another rate cut in December was a sure thing.&nbsp; The Arora Report has been questioning Wall Street's wisdom and sharing with you that the data does not support another rate cut.</li>
<li>Some conservative commentators are upset believing that the reason Powell started rate cuts with a 50 bps cut was to help Kamala Harris get elected.&nbsp; Now that Trump has been elected, Powell is in no hurry to cut rates.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, even though the data does not support a rate cut in December, Powell is going to feel pressure from Trump and Republicans to cut rates.&nbsp; There is also a significant amount of data between now and the December Fed meeting.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, based on a 360 degree view, including the political pressure and the pressure from Wall Street to cut rates, the probability of a rate cut in December is now about 60%.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>There is consternation about several Trump picks.&nbsp; Impacting the market most are Trump's picks of RKF Jr, Matt Gaetz, and Pete Hegseth.&nbsp; These picks are bringing selling in vaccine makers such as Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), BioNTech SE ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNTX#NASDAQ">BNTX</a>), Novavax Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>), Merck &amp; Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>), and Pfizer Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>).&nbsp; There is also selling in other healthcare stocks, including weight loss drug companies Eli Lilly And Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) and Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>), and packaged food stocks such as The Kraft Heinz Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>).&nbsp; There is also selling in defense stocks such as Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), and Rtx Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>).&nbsp; There is also selling in big tech stocks.</li>
<li>The latest economic data is strong.&nbsp; The U.S. economy is about 70% consumer based.&nbsp; For this reason, prudent investors pay attention to retail sales.&nbsp; Here are the details of the just released data:
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<li>Retail sales came at 0.4% vs. 0.3% consensus.</li>
<li>Retail sales ex-auto came at 0.1% vs. 0.2% consensus.</li>
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<li>There are hundreds of indicators.&nbsp; At The Arora Report, the system has been refined through decades of research to share with you only those indicators that matter.&nbsp; Normally, we do not mention the NY Fed Empire State Manufacturing Index.&nbsp; Today, we are mentioning it due to its exceptional strength.&nbsp; The index came at 31.2 vs. 3.3 consensus.&nbsp; This indicates that manufacturing in the New York area has picked up steam. &nbsp; If similar strength is happening in the rest of the country, that would argue against further cutting interest rates. The problem for investors is that stock valuations are so high that to sustain them, rate cuts are needed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h3>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Alphabet Inc Class C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h3>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.  Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.  The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>).  The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLV#NYSE">SLV</a>).  The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h3>
Even the slightest dips in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) are being bought.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h3>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.&nbsp; The proprietary protection band from The Arora Report is very popular.&nbsp; The protection band puts all of the data, all of the indicators, all of the news, all of the crosscurrents, all of the models, and all of the analysis in an analytical framework that is easily actionable by investors.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges.&nbsp; The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive.&nbsp; If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash.&nbsp; A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.&nbsp; When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks.&nbsp; High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h3>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less.&nbsp; Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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Powell Speaks The Truth - Market Does Not Like It, Consternation About Kennedy, Gaetz, And Hegseth

Some large European and U.S. vaccine maker stocks have fallen in reaction to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.&#8217;s nomination to lead the&nbsp;Department of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower" rel="noreferrer noopener">Health and Human Services</a>.
Kennedy has been known to be against vaccines and has a track record of making false claims about vaccines, including the debunked idea that they cause autism. Scientific studies have <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower" rel="noreferrer noopener">debunked this theory</a>.
Also, given his critical stance on mainstream medical practices and vaccines, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) employees are worried about Kennedy <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/42009107/robert-kennedy-poised-to-lead-health-and-human-services-why-fda-nih-officials-are-nervous" rel="noreferrer noopener">being in charge</a>.
Kennedy, who received Trump&#8217;s blessing to &#8220;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/11/41828359/could-trumps-go-wild-on-health-invite-to-rfk-jr-drive-changes-for-cannabis-and-psychedelics" rel="noreferrer noopener">go wild on health</a>,&#8221; has stated intentions to overhaul various aspects of the federal health agencies.
In a post on social media, Kennedy <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/RobertKennedyJr/status/1857198805919138235" rel="noreferrer noopener">said</a>, &#8220;Together we will clean up corruption, stop the revolving door between industry and government, and return our health agencies to their rich tradition of gold-standard, evidence-based science. I will provide Americans with transparency and access to all the data so they can make informed choices for themselves and their families.&#8221;
On Friday, the World Health Organization also defended vaccines describing them as &#8220;absolutely critical&#8221; to global health, adding that many people alive today would not have survived <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/42006119/who-calls-vaccines-absolutely-critical-as-trumps-appointment-of-rfk-jr-pulls-pzifer-moderna-stocks-downhill" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">childhood without them</a>.
European vaccine player stocks declined, including&nbsp;GSK Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSK#NYSE">GSK</a>), Valneva SE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VALN#NASDAQ">VALN</a>), AstraZeneca Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NASDAQ">AZN</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41715307/biontech-variant-adapted-covid-19-vaccines-do-well-in-q3" rel="noreferrer noopener">BioNTech SE</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNTX#NASDAQ">BNTX</a>), and Sanofi SA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNY#NASDAQ">SNY</a>).
GSK stock fell after the company reported lower third-quarter sales, which was impacted by an 18% decline <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41624198/gsks-q3-earnings-hit-by-lower-than-expected-vaccine-sales-cautions-lower-revenue-for-2024" rel="noreferrer noopener">in vaccine sales</a>.
COVID-19 vaccine players <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41808252/moderna-q3-revenue-beats-on-updated-covid-19-vaccine-slashes-expenses-for-2024" rel="noreferrer noopener">Moderna Inc</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41808252/moderna-q3-revenue-beats-on-updated-covid-19-vaccine-slashes-expenses-for-2024" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41596761/pfizer-q3-earnings-revenue-and-profit-on-heightened-demand-for-paxlovid-expects-10-billion-in-202" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pfizer Inc</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), and BioNTech stock gained when the third quarter earnings surpassed estimates on increased vaccine demand.
Other vaccine players&#8217; stocks that are down include Merck &amp; Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>) and Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INO#NASDAQ">INO</a>).
Price Action: GSK stock is down 3.88% at $33.06, BNTX stock is down 5.18%, VALN stock is down 4.24%, AZN stock is down 2.08%, MRK stock is down 3.28%, INO stock is down 9.85% at last check Friday.
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Benzinga Market Summary: Vaccine Stocks Fall On Trump's Planned RFK Jr. Nomination To HHS, Applied Materials Stock Falls Following Earnings, Domino's Rises On Berkshire Hathaway Stake

Shares of vaccine stocks are trading lower After President-elect Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS.

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday described vaccines as &#8220;absolutely critical&#8221; to global health, adding that many people alive today would not have survived childhood without them. This comes at after Donald Trump&#8216;s announcement of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary.
What Happened: As per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a> on Friday, health stocks declined further during pre-market hours. Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>) saw a 0.58% drop after closing 2.62% lower at $26.02. Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) was down by 1.56% while AstraZeneca plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NASDAQ">AZN</a>) fell by 1.41%, and Novavax Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) decreased by 1.39%, having already dropped 7.02% to $7.22.
While the spokesperson for WHO did not comment on Kennedy Jr&#8217;s appointment directly, she mentioned that the U.S. is an important United Nations member and hoped the &#8220;fantastic work&#8221;&nbsp; would continue, <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c0lp93494g9t?post=asset%3Afdf8e84f-8eb1-45b0-9e05-4ad5adad709b#post">as</a> per BBC news.
Trump&#8217;s decision to appoint Kennedy, known for his vaccine skepticism and conspiracy theories has sparked significant attention. The move aligns with Kennedy&#8217;s recent endorsement of Trump after ending his presidential bid.
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Why It Matters: The appointment of Kennedy, a prominent critic of vaccines, as Health Secretary could signal a shift in national health policies. Trump&#8217;s choice has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower">elicited mixed reactions</a>, particularly among public health experts. Kennedy&#8217;s stance on vaccines may influence future health regulations and policies.
Kennedy&#8217;s views on vaccines <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower">and health agencies diverge sharply</a> from mainstream medical consensus. He has consistently propagated debunked claims, including the false assertion that vaccines cause autism—a theory discredited by extensive scientific research. His nomination for HHS secretary comes amid declining vaccination rates, which have contributed to public health challenges such as 13 measles outbreaks reported in the U.S. this year.
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WHO Calls Vaccines 'Absolutely Critical' As Trump's Appointment Of RFK Jr Pulls Pzifer, Moderna Stocks Downhill

In the preceding three months, 16 analysts have released ratings for Moderna (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
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<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>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $84.0, a high estimate of $139.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. This current average has decreased by 25.36% from the previous average price target of $112.54. 
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<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The perception of Moderna by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents 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>Alexandria Hammond</td>
<td>Wolfe Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gena Wang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jessica Fye</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eliana Merle</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Courtney Breen</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Yee</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luca Issi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Salveen Richter</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$178.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gena Wang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Geoff Meacham</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Tenthoff</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Van Buren</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luca Issi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jessica Fye</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Yee</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yifeng Liu</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Moderna. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Moderna compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Moderna's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Moderna's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MRNA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Moderna analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Moderna</h2>
Moderna is a commercial-stage biotech that was founded in 2010 and had its initial public offering in December 2018. The firm's mRNA technology was rapidly validated with its covid vaccine, which was authorized in the United States in December 2020. Moderna had 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development as of September 2024. Programs span a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and rare genetic diseases.
<h3>Moderna: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Moderna's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 3.81% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.7%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 0.11%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Moderna's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.08%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Moderna's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.11, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
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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Demystifying Moderna: Insights From 16 Analyst Reviews

U.S. stocks could open on a negative note on Friday after the Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/24/11/41991849/powell-with-strong-us-economy-fed-has-no-need-to-be-in-a-hurry-to-lower-rates">comments on Thursday</a> that the economy is showing enough strength that there is no need to be "in a hurry" on further rate cuts just yet.
Futures of all three major indices were down as investors processed crucial inflation and economic data released over the week.
"The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates. The strength we are currently seeing in the economy gives us the ability to approach our decisions carefully," Powell said, maintaining a wait-and-watch approach for the time being.
For now, the post-election rally in the equity markets seems to be slowing down as investors hedge their bets while booking some profits at the same time.
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Futures</td>
<td>Change (+/-)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>-0.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>-0.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.43%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>R2K</td>
<td>-0.29%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
In premarket trading on Friday,&nbsp;the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) edged lower by 0.53% to $590.22 and the&nbsp;Invesco QQQ ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) declined 0.80% to $504.63, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
Cues From Last Session:
U.S. stocks ended Thursday in the red, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq falling the most.
Crude oil prices remained under the $70 mark, easing further on Friday due to fears of a slowdown in China resulting in lower demand.
Treasury yields edged up again as investors digested Powell's comments on the economy as well as rate cuts in the near future.
On the economic data front, U.S. initial jobless claims declined by 4,000 from the previous week to 217,000 in the week ending Nov. 9, compared to market estimates of 223,000.
The U.S. producer prices rose 0.2% month-over-month in October compared to a revised 0.1% gain in September, which is in line with market expectations.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with consumer discretionary, industrials, and healthcare stocks recording the biggest losses on Thursday.
However, information technology and energy stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
<figure class="wp-block-table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Index</td>
<td>Performance (+/-)</td>
<td>Value</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>-0.64%</td>
<td>19,107.65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>-0.60%</td>
<td>5,949.17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.47%</td>
<td>43,750.86</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>-1.37%</td>
<td>2,336.94</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Insights From Analysts:
Powell's relatively hawkish tone has investors cautious in the markets, noted ING analyst Francesco Pesole.
This could result in a correction for the dollar, which is "testing the limit" of its longs, Pesole noted, adding that traders should exercise caution for the time being.
"Powell seemed to put greater emphasis on the strength of the economy&nbsp;and how that allows the central bank to approach the upcoming policy decisions ‘carefully'."
CME Group's FedWatch tool <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">reflected</a> the fall in sentiment for another rate cut next month, with its probability declining to 62.1% from 72.2%.
Investors will also keep an eye on the retail sales data that is set to be released later today.
However, Sonu Varghese, global macro strategist at Carson Group, downplayed fears of a rebound in inflation, stating that there are "disinflationary trends" that will "likely keep a lid" on a rise in prices.
On the equity front, Varghese maintained his bullish outlook.
"Overall, economic strengths clearly outweigh areas of weakness, and the opportunities likely have a higher probability of coming to fruition than the threats. The balance favors continued strength for equities, which is why we're maintaining our overweight to stocks, especially US stocks."
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Upcoming Economic Data
Friday's major economic updates include:
<ul>
<li>Import Price Index, which will be released at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Retail sales data, which will be released at 8:30 a.m. ET</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
<ul>
<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock will be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41998621/palantir-moderna-pfizer-alibaba-tesla-why-these-5-stocks-are-on-investors-radars-today">in focus today</a> after reports emerged that President-elect Donald Trump is likely to end the $7,500 tax credit. Tesla shares fell 5.8% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) shares were up 0.4% in premarket trading after the U.S. government finalized a $6.6 billion subsidy for the chipmaker under the CHIPS Act.</li>
<li>Domino's Pizza Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NYSE">DPZ</a>) shares surged over 7% in premarket trading after Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42002180/why-dominos-pizza-shares-are-trading-higher-by-around-8-here-are-20-stocks-moving-premarket">picked up a small stake</a> in the company.</li>
<li>Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), and Novavax Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41993115/trump-taps-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary-role-sends-5-vaccine-stocks-lower">stocks fell after Trump appointed</a> Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the head of the Department of Health and Human Services.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) announced it will switch from the New York Stock Exchange to the Nasdaq on Nov. 26.</li>
<li>Investors are awaiting earnings results from Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPB#NYSE">SPB</a>), and RLX Technology Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RLX#NYSE">RLX</a>) today.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Bonds And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures fell in the early New York session, declining by 1.11% to hover around $67.94 per barrel.
The 10-year Treasury note yield edged up about to 4.43%.
Most of the major Asian markets were mixed on Friday, but European markets were marginally in the green in early trading.
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