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Writing TKer is a process. I first catch up on news and research, and I see what topics are being debated. Then I settle on an angle. Then I draft the newsletter. Then I edit. Then I have an editor take a look. Then I think about the editor's notes. Then I make some tweaks. And then I send out the newsletter to you.
Going on a podcast or YouTube show as a guest is totally different. While the hosts usually flag topics in advance, I often can't predict where the discussions will take us.
That can lead to some unexpected exchanges: about connections between religious traditions and investing advice, how AI is shaking up my job, and even some lessons from a hypothetical ice cream shop.
Below are some points you might find thought-provoking. If you haven't listened to any of these great podcasts before, I encourage you to check them out during the summer lull.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">There's a risk the economy goes into a recession &#x1f440;</h2>
Aside from my expectation that the stock market will be much higher years from now, I don't like to make too many predictions about the markets or economy.
But last Monday,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.investopedia.com/the-express-podcast-episode-249-11763769">Investopedia's Caleb Silver asked me</a>&nbsp;for a prediction or "hot take&#8217;" for the next six months. Here's how I answered:
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">I&#8217;m not gonna say this is a baseline scenario, and I don&#8217;t like to commit too much to predictions. But I think that there is very much a real risk that the U.S. economy goes into recession at some point this year. It might already be there. It might happen sometime during the summer. It might happen during the fall. I don&#8217;t know if it&#8217;s going to be particularly deep. But even with a lot of the economic data still positive, a lot of it has also been cooling. And we were just talking about all the uncertainty out there. I think it&#8217;s possible that we hear about the economy going into recession — maybe a short and shallow one. I'll add this sort of curveball to it: I think it's possible that that happens, and I also think that it&#8217;s possible that the stock market continues to set new highs. And then we&#8217;re gonna have a lot of think pieces at the end of the year talking about why the stock market and the economy are not the same thing.
</blockquote>
The once-hot economy has become far less&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/coiled-spring-economy-job-openings-normalize">"coiled,"</a>&nbsp;and it's reflected by numerous economic metrics&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/hot-economic-charts-that-cooled">that have cooled</a>. Again, I wouldn't say that recession is my base-case scenario. But I definitely think the near-term risk of going into recession is the highest it's been in years.
To be clear, this does not mean I'd dump stocks. It's incredibly&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-history-with-recessions">difficult to time these trades</a>.
Earlier in our discussion, I told Caleb that I consider myself an optimist in the long term, but a cautious optimist in the short term.
This is because while I'm bullish about being invested in the stock market, I'm well aware that the economy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/weekly-macro-stocks-recessions">often goes into recession</a>&nbsp;and stocks&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-drawdowns">often go into corrections</a>. This is just part of the deal.
Listen to the whole conversation at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.investopedia.com/the-express-podcast-episode-249-11763769">Investopedia</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fear-and-loathing-on-the-way-to-new-record-highs/id1529322197?i=1000715155080">Apple Podcasts</a>, or&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/62TpDwHyOBrAynNtJHxeOT">Spotify</a>!
<figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bZow!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe55b19d5-b566-4be2-88f9-dd50cead3c06_1907x1020.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bZow!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe55b19d5-b566-4be2-88f9-dd50cead3c06_1907x1020.png" alt="" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Source: Investopedia)</figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Past events were often worse than we remember &#x1f914;</h2>
When we're in the throes of some risk event, it can sometimes feel like things have never been worse.
Maybe we're just misremembering the past.
When I read history or go through old journals, I'm reminded that&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/market-economic-crisis-history">past events were often, in fact, far worse</a>&nbsp;than I imagined or remembered. And in many cases, they were worse than what we're going through today. (More on this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/market-economic-crisis-history">here</a>.)
Someone recently brought up 2010's&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepwater_Horizon_oil_spill">Deepwater Horizon oil spill</a>. My memory was that it went on for more than a few days — for a couple of weeks, surely.
I was shocked to read that the well was spewing oil into the Gulf of Mexico for three months before it was initially capped. And it took another two months for the well to be declared sealed.
Memory is a weird thing. We have lots of bad memories. For some of us, the further we move past a bad event, the more we forget just how bad it&nbsp;really&nbsp;was.
This might be good for our general mental health.
But the more we forget, the more we risk erroneously concluding that a current risk event is&nbsp;unusually&nbsp;bad. Of course, this same&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recency_bias">recency bias</a>&nbsp;can apply to positive outcomes as well. Regardless, this misunderstanding could lead to mistakes with our investments if we aren't mindful of it.
This came up in a conversation I had with&nbsp;<a href="https://ritholtz.com/2025/06/atm-navigating-war-tariffs-geopolitics/">Barry Ritholtz on Bloomberg's At The Money podcast</a>. Catch it on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/audio/2025-06-25/bloomberg-at-the-money-navigating-war-tariffs-podcast?in_source=podcasts_9_play-episode">Bloomberg</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iuCRrmhsG1r4AYxOt9lNA?si=gHtXsqjQTaKKTJc2UsnzXQ&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=6c6dd40b35b54d2e">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-money-navigating-war-tariffs-and-geopolitics/id730188152?i=1000714560916">Apple Podcasts</a>, or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SPKpIdQsrM">YouTube</a>!
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI disruption doesn't spell doom for all of us &#x1f916;</h2>
Every couple of days, we hear about another&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/02/microsoft-laying-off-about-9000-employees-in-latest-round-of-cuts.html">company making layoffs</a>. And in their announcement, management often mentions&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-on-generative-ai">how artificial intelligence technology</a>&nbsp;is disrupting their business.
Carson Group's Ryan Detrick and Sonu Varghese brought up AI when I joined them on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.carsongroup.com/insights/blog/going-with-the-flow-with-sam-ro/">Facts vs. Feelings</a>&nbsp;podcast. I shared a minor AI-related existential crisis confronting me:
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">This is a technology that is going to save you a lot of time and a lot of money and a lot of headache. And the quality is improving very, very, very rapidly. Any of us, who have played around with this stuff for the last couple of years, knows that, increasingly, when we do do that fact-checking, it&#8217;s airtight. This stuff is getting really, really, really good. And that&#8217;s a problem for the people who are providing all of that information! Because they have newsrooms and they have people– I have to pay rent!
Sometimes I use Google to look up topics and maybe even look up some of my past stuff. And instead of getting links to TKer or Yahoo Finance or Business Insider, I&#8217;m getting the summary of what Sam Ro said! And how he explained it! And I&#8217;m looking at it, and not only is it accurate, it&#8217;s written better than how I would have written it!
</blockquote>
Many media companies rely heavily on referral traffic from Google searches. That traffic is facing a crisis as readers increasingly read AI summaries instead of clicking into the underlying content.
That said, history is riddled with examples of major technological breakthroughs that disrupted industries but ultimately supported goods and services people continued to value.
The advent of Microsoft Excel eliminated a lot of bookkeeping work, creating an existential crisis for accountants doing it by hand. But Excel also cleared the way for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/excel-destroyed-created-jobs-generative-ai">a boom in accounting and financial analysis jobs</a>. Despite the availability of cheap, mass-produced bread, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/ai-technology-demand-for-authentic-nostalgia">market for artisanal baked goods has never been bigger</a>. Cars and ride-sharing services are everywhere, and yet&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/ai-technology-demand-for-authentic-nostalgia">demand for bicycles has never been higher</a>.
I think AI is going to take on a lot of tedious, repetitive work. But amid this disruption, I believe there will be continued demand for goods and services that come with a human or analog touch. If anything, awareness of the intangible and undefinable value of such products will rise.
Catch the discussion on <a href="https://www.carsongroup.com/insights/blog/going-with-the-flow-with-sam-ro/">CarsonGroup.com</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4stVNlfjvBLf8A6Cc2u0oo">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-with-the-flow-with-sam-ro-ep-140/id1651235114?i=1000713403750">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pdi0Nhtaw_k">YouTube</a>!
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Don't pick winners and losers if you don't have to &#x1f932;</h2>
Jared Blikre and Sydnee Fried invited me onto&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/video/understanding-valuation-investors-often-miss-100002273.html">Yahoo Finance's Stocks In Translation podcast</a>&nbsp;for an interesting, wide-ranging discussion.
Before we taped, Jared asked what I'd be doing if I weren't writing about markets as my profession. I hadn't really thought about it before. Maybe it's the recent heat wave, but the first thing that came to mind was running an ice cream shop in a small town.
Jared then asked a most unexpected question:
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">It is time for our runway showdown featuring two titans of frozen treats. Stage left, gelato glides in on a polished chrome cart. Small batch, slow-churned, and priced for connoisseurs. Think lean inventories, premium margins, and management guarding every basis point of profit. Stage right, we have soft serve. … Light and airy and built for speed. It wins by pumping out cones all day long. A high volume, low margin strategy that keeps cash flowing even in choppy weather. Call it resilience versus throughput. So Sam, when the economic headwinds swirl and valuation stretch, which type struts with the crown?
</blockquote>
Maybe it's a question about investing styles. Maybe it's a question about ice cream.
"As someone who preaches the merits of diversification and index fund investing, why do you have to choose one or the other?" I responded. "Why can&#8217;t you go with both? If one fails, you still have the other one, and you limit your downside."
There are times when your conviction is high and the move is to go all-in on an investment.
But if you can't risk losing it all and diversification is an option, diversification is often the smarter move.
This is especially the case in the stock market where&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/best-performing-stocks-experience-large-max-drawdowns">most stocks underperform</a>&nbsp;and the market's gains are largely driven by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/few-stocks-drive-long-term-returns">a few, hard-to-identify names</a>.
Catch the whole conversation on <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/video/understanding-valuation-investors-often-miss-100002273.html">Yahoo Finance</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/understanding-valuation-what-investors-often-miss/id1749117130?i=1000712248093">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1C8YlWo91KwlJA9A7PZf3k">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCr8bSl53lE">YouTube</a>! 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">We value repetition &#x1f501;</h2>
I spent many years in the news industry. In this business, there are senior editors who always demand fresh, wholly new stories. They really stress the "new" in "news."
But in investing, history and its lessons often repeat.
In fact, I could make the case that almost all consequential stories about the stock market relate to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-historical-facts">one of 10 themes</a>.
Accordingly, my writing has a lot of repetition.
This came up in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/sam-ro-on-joes-happy-hour-may-2025">conversation I had with Joe Fahmy</a>&nbsp;on his podcast,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9HxVERzecE">Joe's Happy Hour</a>.
Among other things, we talked about how we were both religion majors in school. The exchange reminded me of a parallel between religion and investing:
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">We have to repeat to ourselves, "Here&#8217;s the data." … Most of the stuff that I publish in the context of market volatility and market routs and sell-offs, always involves stats like we were just talking about. In an average up year, you have these big drawdowns. Or over short periods of time, the odds of a positive return are relatively low relative to when you extend those time horizons. And you just have to keep repeating it.
I think this actually ties back to the whole religion thing too, by they way, and how the most popular book that&#8217;s ever been sold is the Bible. I grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, in a religious household. We went to church every Sunday. And anyone who&#8217;s affiliated with any religious group knows that once a week, you go somewhere, and someone&#8217;s teaching lessons from very old texts. And most of the time, when you listen to that lesson, they are reciting the same scripture, or the same scrolls, or the same verses that you&#8217;ve probably heard 50 times. How many times are they going to tell the Noah&#8217;s Ark story? Or how many times are they going to tell the story about David versus Goliath? But the story gets told over and over and over and over and over again because people need to hear it. I think it's the same thing with investing and financial markets.
</blockquote>
I'm sure many subscribers have noticed that I often repeat the same stats, the same historical parallels, and the same perspectives.
This is not because I'm running out of ideas. It's just often the case that the same lessons and fundamentals apply to new developments in the markets and the economy.
And at least for me, I find it helpful to repeat those lessons. Because for whatever reason, they can be easy to forget when you&#8217;re in the throes of some new market rout or some new economic downturn.
Catch my full conversation with Joe on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2KMRNXu1l7kVMZf8zha0on">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/staying-calm-during-market-volatility-sam-ro-joes-happy/id1777505772?i=1000709687113">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9HxVERzecE">YouTube</a>. Enjoy! 
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Canadian Solar Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSIQ#NASDAQ">CSIQ</a>) shares are trading higher Monday afternoon. Recurrent Energy, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, earlier announced the commercial operation of its 1,200 MWh Papago Storage facility in Maricopa County, Arizona. Here&#8217;s what investors <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CSIQ/news">need to know</a>.
What To Know: Per Canadian Solar, the project is now <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/n46270646/recurrent-energy-energizes-1-200-mwh-storage-facility-in-arizona-ahead-of-peak-summer-demand">supplying power</a> to Arizona Public Service (APS), the state&#8217;s largest electric utility, just in time for the summer&#8217;s peak electricity demand.
The Papago Storage facility is the first of three projects Recurrent Energy is developing for APS, which will collectively provide 1,800 MWh of battery storage and 150 MWac of solar power. Once completed, these projects will be capable of powering the equivalent of 72,000 homes for four hours.
&#8220;Summer is here, and we are ready to serve APS customers,&#8221; said Derek Seaman, APS Director of Resource Acquisition. &#8220;The Papago Storage project is part of our diverse and balanced energy mix, helping us continue to provide Arizona with top-tier reliability.&#8221;
The project is seen as a critical step in meeting the state's rapidly growing energy needs. Kevin Thompson, Chair of the Arizona Corporation Commission, commended the project for its timely contribution to diversifying Arizona&#8217;s energy resources.
Canadian Solar&#8217;s majority-owned subsidiary, e-STORAGE, provided the turnkey engineering and will manage the facility under a long-term service agreement.
Benzinga Edge Rankings: Based on <a href="http://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Edge</a> stock rankings, Canadian Solar presents a mixed profile for investors. The stock shows an exceptionally strong Value score of 89.15, suggesting it may be undervalued compared to its industry peers or its own historical financials. 
However, its scores for Momentum (26.55) and Growth (21.74) are notably low. This indicates that the stock has been underperforming in terms of price movement and lacks significant growth indicators, respectively.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, CSIQ shares are trading higher by 4.47% to $13.08 Monday afternoon. The stock has a 52-week high of $19.55 and a 52-week low of $6.56.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/n46270646/recurrent-energy-energizes-1-200-mwh-storage-facility-in-arizona-ahead-of-peak-summer-demand">Recurrent Energy Energizes 1,200 MWh Storage Facility in Arizona Ahead of Peak Summer Demand</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy CSIQ Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Canadian Solar&#8217;s case, it is in the Information Technology sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
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Shares of semiconductor and chip stocks are trading lower amid possible trade tensions. It was reported the US is planning to restrict shipments of AI chips to Malaysia and Thailand over China concerns. Additionally, President Trump announced tariffs on Japan and Korea imports.

Rocket Lab Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>) shares are trading higher Monday amid an escalating public conflict between President Donald Trump and Tesla and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/space/25/07/46276648/space-stock-watch-rocket-lab-joins-russell-1000-nasa-and-netflix-announce-streaming-deal">SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.</a>
What To Know: Trump and Musk are in the midst of an ongoing social media feud sparked by Musk's disapproval of Trump&#8217;s spending bill, which was signed into law on Friday. 
Trump and Musk took jabs at each other on social platforms last month, which helped spark a rally in space stocks as investors <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45841062/rocket-lab-ast-spacemobile-shares-are-surging-monday-whats-fueling-the-move">began speculating</a> that the dispute could hurt SpaceX and lead to more opportunities for other space companies.
Musk was disappointed after the bill was signed on Friday and again took to social media to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46265725/elon-musk-announces-formation-of-america-party-emerges-in-wake-of-donald-trumps-historic-spending-bill">express his opposition</a> to the bill. 
On Sunday, Trump posted on <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114808616176041421">Truth Social</a> that Musk had "gone off the rails" and was becoming a &#8220;train wreck.&#8221; Trump's comments also included comments suggesting that the head of NASA should not be a close friend of Musk, which appears to have reignited a rally in shares of Rocket Lab as investors hope that the tensions could create more opportunities for Rocket Lab to win NASA contracts. 
The comments stirred reactions across social media and renewed attention on space-related equities, though the potential impacts on SpaceX remain unclear.
Rocket lab was recently added to the Russell 1000 index, which could also be driving increased investor attention and institutional interest. Additionally, KeyBanc raised its price target on Rocket Lab from $29 to $40 last week and maintained an Overweight rating, citing the company's growth prospects in space launch services.
Rocket Lab continues to make strong progress with its Electron launches with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/46172809/rocket-lab-stock-is-rising-monday-whats-driving-the-momentum">four successful launches</a> in June. The company said last week that it has a 100% mission success rate in 2025.
RKLB Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/rklb">Rocket Lab shares</a> were up 7.64% at $38.39 at the time of publication, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 7 analysts have published ratings on nVent Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>) in the last three months.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
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<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</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 $71.71, a high estimate of $87.00, and a low estimate of $59.00. Marking an increase of 0.2%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $71.57. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911296_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of nVent Electric's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joe Ritchie</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jefferson Harralson</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vladimir Bystricky</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to nVent Electric. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of nVent Electric compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for nVent Electric's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of nVent Electric's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About nVent Electric</h2>
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions that touches a broad range of end markets including infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and residential. NVent designs, manufacturers, markets, installs, and services a portfolio of electrical enclosures and electrical fastening solutions. North America accounts for the majority of sales.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: nVent Electric's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: nVent Electric displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 10.54%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 44.57%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): nVent Electric's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 10.53%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): nVent Electric's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.36%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.52.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Analyst Ratings

What 7 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About nVent Electric

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Roblox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades 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 RBLX, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 39 uncommon options trades for Roblox.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 41% bullish and 51%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 10 are puts, for a total amount of $698,068, and 29 are calls, for a total amount of $3,390,676.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $70.0 to $120.0 for Roblox over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Roblox stands at 1303.2, with a total volume reaching 40,115.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Roblox, situated within the strike price corridor from $70.0 to $120.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Roblox Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911293_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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$41.25</td>
<td>$40.65</td>
<td>$40.8</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$2.0M</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td align="right">502</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.9</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$17.8</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$316.8K</td>
<td>33</td>
<td align="right">179</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$21.35</td>
<td>$21.35</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$256.2K</td>
<td>835</td>
<td align="right">120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$87.50</td>
<td>$110.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$93.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">303</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Roblox</h3>
Roblox operates a free-to-play online video game platform with about 85 million daily active users. This platform has spawned a virtual universe and a Roblox economy based on the Robux currency. The platform houses millions of games from a wide range of creators spanning from young gamers themselves to professional development studios. Roblox offers creators the tools, publishing abilities, and platform for their games, enabling anyone to create a game. Creators earn money when gamers make optional in-game purchases within their games and by offering space for real-world advertising, and Roblox earns revenue primarily by taking a cut of these earnings.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Roblox, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Roblox Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,535,112, the price of RBLX is up by 3.92%, reaching $107.66.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 24 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Roblox</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $119.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for Roblox, targeting a price of $116. 
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&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $125. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from JP Morgan keeps a Overweight rating on Roblox with a target price of $120. 
&#x2A; An analyst from BTIG has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Roblox, which currently sits at a price target of $124. 
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RBLX

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

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MELI usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 30 extraordinary options activities for MercadoLibre. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 30% leaning bullish and 36% bearish. Among these notable options, 7 are puts, totaling $299,010, and 23 are calls, amounting to $2,366,198.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $2050.0 to $3000.0 for MercadoLibre during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in MercadoLibre's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to MercadoLibre's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $2050.0 to $3000.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>MercadoLibre Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911288_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/17/27</td>
<td>$768.0</td>
<td>$750.0</td>
<td>$760.0</td>
<td>$2300.00</td>
<td>$760.0K</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$232.0</td>
<td>$220.4</td>
<td>$226.18</td>
<td>$2350.00</td>
<td>$384.5K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$232.0</td>
<td>$216.9</td>
<td>$224.92</td>
<td>$2350.00</td>
<td>$337.3K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/08/25</td>
<td>$213.5</td>
<td>$196.0</td>
<td>$203.0</td>
<td>$2390.00</td>
<td>$101.5K</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$136.9</td>
<td>$131.4</td>
<td>$136.9</td>
<td>$2510.00</td>
<td>$95.8K</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About MercadoLibre</h3>
MercadoLibre runs the largest e-commerce marketplace in Latin America, with more than 218 million active users and 1 million active sellers across 18 countries stitching into its commerce network or fintech solutions when last reported. The company operates a host of complementary businesses to its core online shop, with shipping solutions (Mercado Envios), a payment and financing operation (Mercado Pago and Mercado Credito), advertisements (Mercado Clics), classifieds, and a turnkey e-commerce solution (Mercado Shops) rounding out its arsenal. MercadoLibre generates revenue from final value fees, advertising royalties, payment processing, insertion fees, subscription fees, and interest income from consumer and small-business lending.
Having examined the options trading patterns of MercadoLibre, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>MercadoLibre's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 156,492, the MELI's price is down by 0.0%, now at $2514.05. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 24 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On MercadoLibre</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $2837.5.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald keeps a Overweight rating on MercadoLibre with a target price of $2700. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Susquehanna continues to hold a Positive rating for MercadoLibre, targeting a price of $2975. 
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MELI

This Is What Whales Are Betting On MercadoLibre

14 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $308.07, a high estimate of $333.00, and a low estimate of $288.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 0.19% increase from the previous average price target of $307.50.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911287_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A clear picture of Progressive's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Bob Huang</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$333.00</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Meredith</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$291.00</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bob Huang</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
<td>$324.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bob Huang</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$324.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Zaremski</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$282.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meyer Shields</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Shanker</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$297.00</td>
<td>$289.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$297.00</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yaron Kinar</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$319.00</td>
<td>$327.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$317.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meyer Shields</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Progressive. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Progressive compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Progressive's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Progressive's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Progressive</h2>
Progressive underwrites private and commercial auto insurance and specialty lines; it has almost 24 million personal auto policies in force and is one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. Progressive markets its policies through independent insurance agencies in the US and Canada and directly via the internet and telephone. Its premiums are split roughly equally between the agent and the direct channel. The company also offers commercial auto policies and entered homeowners insurance through an acquisition in 2015.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Progressive</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Progressive's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 18.36%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 12.58%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Progressive's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 9.41%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Progressive's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.36%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Progressive's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.24, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Breaking Down Progressive: 14 Analysts Share Their Views

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on SolarEdge Technologies.
Looking at options history for SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) we detected 12 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 41% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 50% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $69,950 and 10, calls, for a total amount of $484,180.
<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 $25.0 to $35.0 for SolarEdge Technologies during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for SolarEdge Technologies options trades today is 1493.5 with a total volume of 2,803.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for SolarEdge Technologies's big money trades within a strike price range of $25.0 to $35.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>SolarEdge Technologies Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911283_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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SEDG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$2.28</td>
<td>$1.96</td>
<td>$2.2</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$88.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">402</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SEDG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$2.27</td>
<td>$2.2</td>
<td>$2.2</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$87.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">802</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SEDG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.45</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$42.5K</td>
<td>9</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SEDG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$8.35</td>
<td>$7.45</td>
<td>$8.35</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$41.7K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">401</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SEDG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$8.35</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$8.35</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$41.7K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">351</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About SolarEdge Technologies</h3>
SolarEdge Technologies designs, develops, and sells direct current optimized inverter systems for solar photovoltaic installations. The company system consists of power optimizers, inverters, and cloud-based monitoring platform and addresses a broad range of solar market segments, from residential solar installations to commercial and small utility-scale solar installations. The company sells its products directly to solar installers, engineering, procurement, and construction firms and indirectly to solar installers through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers.
<h3>Present Market Standing of SolarEdge Technologies</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 4,274,704, the price of SEDG is down -2.87% at $26.75. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 30 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on SolarEdge Technologies</h3>
Over the past month, 4 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $13.72.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Keybanc downgraded its rating to Underweight, setting a price target of $16. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on SolarEdge Technologies, which currently sits at a price target of $20. 
&#x2A; An analyst from GLJ Research has revised its rating downward to Sell, adjusting the price target to $6. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Underweight rating on SolarEdge Technologies, maintaining a target price of $12. 
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SolarEdge Technologies Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Ratings for CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) were provided by 38 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">17</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $484.26, along with a high estimate of $550.00 and a low estimate of $371.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 12.22% from the previous average price target of $431.51.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911277_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive CrowdStrike Holdings. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Rob Owens</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$505.00</td>
<td>$505.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gabriela Borges</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$389.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Weed</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$371.00</td>
<td>$371.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Weed</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$371.00</td>
<td>$347.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taz Koujalgi</td>
<td>Roth Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$495.00</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Owens</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$505.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Tindle</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$485.00</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shyam Patil</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Levine</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joel Fishbein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Gallo</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rudy Kessinger</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hamza Fodderwala</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$490.00</td>
<td>$455.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Colville</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ittai Kidron</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregg Moskowitz</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$510.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Walkley</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trevor Walsh</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tal Liani</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Todd Weller</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$515.00</td>
<td>$515.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Cikos</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Nowinski</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$515.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Ruykhaver</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Boyd</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$545.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saket Kalia</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregg Moskowitz</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hamza Fodderwala</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$455.00</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Turkaly</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taz Koujalgi</td>
<td>Roth Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hamza Fodderwala</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
<td>$429.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to CrowdStrike Holdings. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of CrowdStrike Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of CrowdStrike Holdings's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of CrowdStrike Holdings's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind CrowdStrike Holdings</h2>
CrowdStrike is a cloud-based cybersecurity company specializing in next-generation security verticals such as endpoint, cloud workload, identity, and security operations. CrowdStrike's primary offering is its Falcon platform that offers a proverbial single pane of glass for an enterprise to detect and respond to security threats attacking its IT infrastructure. The Texas-based firm was founded in 2011 and went public in 2019.
<h3>Financial Insights: CrowdStrike Holdings</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: CrowdStrike Holdings displayed positive results in 3M. As of 30 April, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 19.8%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: CrowdStrike Holdings's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -9.99%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): CrowdStrike Holdings's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -3.27%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.27%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.23, CrowdStrike Holdings adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Beyond The Numbers: 38 Analysts Discuss CrowdStrike Holdings Stock

Analysts' ratings for Warner Music Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMG#NASDAQ">WMG</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 9 analysts.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $32.78, a high estimate of $38.00, and a low estimate of $28.00. A decline of 6.34% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911269_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A clear picture of Warner Music Gr's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Alexia Quadrani</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ian Moore</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Bazinet</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Laszczyk</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Batya Levi</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Morris</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Swinburne</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kannan Venkateshwar</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Swinburne</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Warner Music Gr. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Warner Music Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Warner Music Gr's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Warner Music Gr's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Warner Music Gr: A Closer Look</h2>
Warner Music is the third-largest of the three major record companies. Recorded music accounts for most of the firm's revenue, with the segment housing notable record labels including Atlantic Records, Warner Records, Elektra Records. Some of the most successful current artists signed to record deals with Warner include Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Cardi B, and Dua Lipa. Warner's remaining revenue comes from its publishing business, where Warner Chappell represents more than 180,000 songwriters and composers, some of whom are also Warner recording artists but many of whom are not recording artists or are attached to other labels. Warner Chappell controls more than 1 million musical compositions. Access Industries controls 98% of Warner's voting rights, while holding a 72% economic interest.
<h3>Warner Music Gr: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Warner Music Gr's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.67% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Warner Music Gr's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 2.43%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Warner Music Gr's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 6.47% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Warner Music Gr's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.38%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 8.03.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Where Warner Music Gr Stands With Analysts

Mattel's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAT#NYSE">MAT</a>) short percent of float has fallen 18.67% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.00 million shares sold short, which is 4.53% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.11 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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">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>Mattel Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911267_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Mattel has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Mattel'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.
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Looking into the current session, Dropbox Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBX#NASDAQ">DBX</a>) shares are trading at $27.50, after a 1.80% drop. Over the past month, the stock fell by 5.04%, but over the past year, it actually spiked by 24.80%. With questionable short-term performance like this, and great long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911264_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Comparing Dropbox P/E Against Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 154.61 in the Software industry, Dropbox Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 18.42. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911264_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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CDW's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDW#NYSE">CDW</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.92% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.68 million shares sold short, which is 3.18% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.35 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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>CDW Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911262_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for CDW 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 CDW'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://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, CDW's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.86%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Peering Into CDW's Recent Short Interest

Ratings for United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) were provided by 7 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $90.43, a high estimate of $105.00, and a low estimate of $67.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 1.4%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911260_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of United Airlines Holdings among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Mckenzie</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom Fitzgerald</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duane Pfennigwerth</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$145.00</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 United Airlines Holdings. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of United Airlines Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for United Airlines Holdings's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of United Airlines Holdings's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know United Airlines Holdings Better</h2>
United Airlines is a major US network carrier with hubs in San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, and Washington, D.C. United operates a hub-and-spoke system that is more focused on international and long-haul travel than its large US peers.
<h3>Financial Insights: United Airlines Holdings</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, United Airlines Holdings showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 5.37% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: United Airlines Holdings's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 2.93%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): United Airlines Holdings's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 3.06%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.52%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: United Airlines Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 2.61.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Deep Dive Into United Airlines Holdings Stock: Analyst Perspectives (7 Ratings)

AvalonBay Communities's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) short percent of float has risen 9.89% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.09 million shares sold short, which is 3.0% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.71 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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>AvalonBay Communities Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911257_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for AvalonBay Communities 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 AvalonBay Communities'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://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, AvalonBay Communities's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.90%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Looking Into AvalonBay Communities's Recent Short Interest

Microchip Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHP#NASDAQ">MCHP</a>) underwent analysis by 18 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Microchip Technology, presenting an average target of $63.28, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $43.00. This current average has increased by 5.89% from the previous average price target of $59.76. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751911252_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Microchip Technology is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Pradeep Ramani</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Stein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Prisco</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lipacis</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Rakesh</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Danely</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pradeep Ramani</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Cassidy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Stein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pradeep Ramani</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Melissa Fairbanks</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Moore</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Danely</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quinn Bolton</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pradeep Ramani</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Stein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tore Svanberg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Danely</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Microchip Technology. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Microchip Technology compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Microchip Technology's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Microchip Technology's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCHP/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Microchip Technology analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Microchip Technology's Background</h2>
Microchip Technology became an independent company in 1989 when it was spun off from General Instrument. More than half of revenue comes from MCUs, which are used in a wide array of electronic devices from remote controls to garage door openers to power windows in autos. The company's strength lies in lower-end 8-bit MCUs that are suitable for a wider range of less technologically advanced devices, but the firm has expanded its presence in higher-end MCUs and analog chips as well.
<h3>Financial Insights: Microchip Technology</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Microchip Technology's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -26.8% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Microchip Technology's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -16.16%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Microchip Technology's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -2.39%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.01%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Microchip Technology's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.8. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Move over, MAGA. Wall Street may soon be trading AMPX. That&#8217;s our acronym for the America Party Musk Exposure Index Fund, an imaginary ETF based on the theory that since Elon Musk is returning full throttle to politics, his stock empire <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46265725/elon-musk-announces-formation-of-america-party-emerges-in-wake-of-donald-trumps-historic-spending-bill">deserves its own ticker</a>.
From satellites to batteries, this notional fund measures the economic impact of Musk&#8217;s political clout, because honestly, he&#8217;s no longer simply launching rockets; he&#8217;s crashing into Washington.
As Musk officially splits with President Donald Trump and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46264768/elon-musks-hypothetical-america-party-gains-support-from-40-of-voters">forms his own political party</a>, investors are asking themselves what it will mean for Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), SpaceX partners, and the Musk-friendly supply chain. Will congressional brawls or campaign manifestos actually shift chip stocks? Will Musk&#8217;s budget brawl raise battery makers? If a tweet can shake the bond market, certainly a party launch is worth a portfolio.
So we built one—for fun and finance.
Imagine AMPX as the grand mashup of political futurism and Muskian capitalism. It&#8217;s a fantasy ETF consisting of publicly traded companies that power, supply, support, or are influenced by the Elon effect.
The following are the crown jewels of this pretend fund:
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<li>Tesla: Of course. The mothership. It's impossible to separate Musk's fortune, fame, and following from Tesla. If the America Party has a campaign car, it's a Cybertruck wrapped in a Constitution decal.</li>
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<li>Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>): From Tesla's Full Self-Driving chips to the neural hunger of xAI, Nvidia and AMD are the silicon behind Musk's artificial ambitions. If Elon's new party needs a deepfake-proof AI policy—he's got the GPUs to help write it.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Panasonic Holdings (OTCPK: PCRFF): Battery life isn&#8217;t only for phones, it&#8217;s also for political causes. A long-time Tesla ally, Panasonic charges up the Gigafactories behind Musk&#8217;s mission.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Iridium Communications (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRDM#NASDAQ">IRDM</a>): This communications company assists in blasting SpaceX&#8217;s satellite ambitions into space. If AMPX ever goes live from space, Iridium could be the one sponsoring it.</li>
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<li>L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>): A defense and aerospace company with ties to SpaceX, L3Harris gives investors access to the militarized aspect of Musk&#8217;s world. Consider Pentagon-approved propulsion.</li>
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<li>Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>): As a supplier of chips to Tesla and Starlink, TSMC is at the tech-tension intersection of geopolitics. If Musk&#8217;s America Party launches a semiconductor arms race, TSMC&#8217;s in the crosshairs.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>ARK Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#BATS">ARKK</a>): Let&#8217;s call this the cult-following proxy. Cathie Wood&#8217;s flagship fund is loaded with Musk-laden positions, and ARKK is a retail sentiment mirror to his empire.</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why This Matters (Even If It&#8217;s Fiction… For Now)</h2>
Yes, AMPX is not real yet. But the notion poses important questions about how political capital and market capital converge. In the era of personality politics and meme-lord activism, Musk isn&#8217;t merely shaping consumer behavior; he&#8217;s reorienting policy, media coverage, and, perhaps even, electoral arithmetic.
If MAGA could be a movement, could AMPX be a market signal?
Musk&#8217;s party might translate into new capital for space innovation. or new tension for traditional automakers. Chipmakers may benefit from an effort to deregulate, or get caught up in the fallout of a trade war. And don&#8217;t forget Musk&#8217;s own social network, X, which may serve as both a mouthpiece and megaphone for this new political order.
One thing is certain: If Musk&#8217;s tweets have market-moving power, just imagine what a manifesto would do.
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