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Founded in Germany in 1972 by former IBM employees, SAP is the world's largest provider of enterprise application software. Known as the leader in enterprise resource planning software, SAP's portfolio also includes software for supply chain management, procurement, travel and expense management, and customer relationship management, among others. The company operates in more than 180 countries and has more than 400,000 customers, approximately 80% of which are small to medium-size enterprises.

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Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVS#NYSE">NVS</a>) announced Thursday that it will advance subcutaneous and oral amycretin into phase 3 development <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/weight-loss" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">in weight management</a>.
Amycretin is developed for subcutaneous and oral administration.
The decision to advance subcutaneous and oral amycretin into phase 3 is based on feedback received from regulatory authorities following end-of-phase 2 interactions for subcutaneous and oral amycretin in weight management.
Novo Nordisk <a target="_blank" href="https://www.novonordisk.com/content/nncorp/global/en/news-and-media/news-and-ir-materials/news-details.html?id=916348" rel="noreferrer noopener">plans</a> to initiate a phase 3 development program with amycretin for adults with overweight or obesity during the first quarter of 2026.
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Oral Amycretin Phase 1 trial evaluated the single-ascending dose and multiple-ascending doses for oral amycretin, up to 2 times 50 mg, in people with overweight or obesity, with a total treatment duration of up to 12 weeks.
The Subcutaneous Amycretin Phase 1b/2a trial investigated the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and proof-of-concept of once-weekly subcutaneous amycretin in overweight or obese people.
The trial was a combined single ascending dose, multiple ascending dose, and dose-response trial investigating three different maintenance doses with a total treatment duration of up to 36 weeks.
When evaluating the effects of treatment if all people adhered to treatment&nbsp;from a mean baseline body weight of 92.7 kg, people treated with amycretin achieved an estimated body weight loss of 9.7% on 1.25mg (20 weeks), 16.2% on 5mg (28 weeks) and 22.0% <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/25/01/43187095/novo-nordisks-weekly-amycretin-delivers-up-to-22-weight-loss-in-study-stock-soars" rel="noreferrer noopener">on 20mg (36 weeks)</a>.
People treated with a placebo experienced an estimated 1.9%, 2.3%, and 2.0% body weight gain, respectively.
After the update, Novo Nordisk again became the largest European company by market capitalization.
According <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/feature/newsfeed" rel="noreferrer noopener">to Benzinga Pro</a>, Novo Nordisk&#8217;s market capitalization was $360.14 billion, compared with $351.9 billion for SAP SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>).
Since reaching a record high in June 2024, Novo has suffered a series of setbacks, including <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42613036/novo-nordisks-hybrid-weight-loss-drug-falls-short-on-expectations-stock-plunges" rel="noreferrer noopener">disappointing clinical trial results</a> for its experimental obesity treatments and mounting competition from its U.S. rival, Eli Lilly And Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>).
In May, the drugmaker <a href="https://www.novonordisk.com/content/nncorp/global/en/news-and-media/news-and-ir-materials/news-details.html?id=916008" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">decided</a> to replace chief executive officer Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen. A search for a new CEO is ongoing.
Year to date, Novo Nordisk stock has fallen around 5.5%. In the past year, the stock has plunged approximately 43%.
Price Action: NVO stock is down 0.57% at $80.59&nbsp;at the last check on Friday.
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Top executives from major multinational corporations are arriving at Capitol Hill this week to lobby against the implementation of a key tax proposal in President Donald Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45764422/white-house-says-trump-is-sticking-to-the-big-beautiful-bill-despite-elon-musks-sharp-criticism-it-doesnt-change-the-presidents-opinion">"big, beautiful bill."</a>
What Happened: Section 899 of the proposed tax package, targeted to raise $116 billion over the next decade, would authorize the U.S. to levy higher taxes on investors and companies from nations deemed to impose unfair tax burdens on American businesses, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/e2525100-e432-4987-8b7d-e6fdb325145e">the</a> Financial Times reports.
Representatives from nearly 70 companies, including Shell PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHELL#NYSE">SHELL</a>), SAP SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>), Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) and LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVMHF#OTC">LVMHF</a>), are set to meet with lawmakers to advocate for the removal or revision of the provision.
Jonathan Samford, president of the Global Business Alliance, said Section 899 is "a central topic," adding, "I think there is growing momentum to get rid of this provision in the Senate."
The Institute of International Bankers (IIB) is also arranging visits with Treasury officials and Senate Republicans. Beth Zorc, IIB CEO, said, "As passed by the US House of Representatives, Section 899 will stifle foreign direct investment, risk financial market disruptions, and endanger American jobs in states and communities across the country."
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Why It Matters: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/05/45693471/trumps-big-beautiful-bill-could-allow-him-to-hit-back-with-retaliatory-taxes-on-countries-targeting-us-tech-giants">Section 899</a> would increase taxes by 5% annually over four years on dividends and interest paid to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/06/45830313/foreign-investors-pull-37-billion-from-us-stocks-in-may-largest-monthly-exit-in-a-year-exodus-amid-market-recovery-90-day-tariff-pause">foreign investors</a>, and for the first time would tax portfolio holdings of sovereign wealth funds. The policy would impact countries like the UK, Canada, Australia, and EU member states.
According to the IIB, foreign banks lent more than $1.3 trillion to U.S. businesses in 2023. Their support backed $5.4 trillion in direct investment from foreign companies and generated $270 billion in revenue. A change in tax policy may lead this capital to dry up or move elsewhere.
Jason Smith, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, said in defense of the policy: "This is a way to help put them in check so that they understand that if they do that to US businesses, there will be consequences for their actions. Hopefully it'll never take effect."
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Hello Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOMO#NASDAQ">MOMO</a>) is expected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Toro (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTC#NYSE">TTC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.39 per share on revenue of $1.35 billion. 
• EuroDry (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EDRY#NASDAQ">EDRY</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $1.25 per share on revenue of $11.07 million. 
• Cracker Barrel Old (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRL#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.21 per share on revenue of $822.43 million. 
• Victoria's Secret (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSCO#NYSE">VSCO</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.04 per share on revenue of $1.33 billion. 
• Brown Forman Inc Class B Common Stock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BF#NYSE">BF</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $965.36 million. 
• Ciena (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIEN#NYSE">CIEN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $1.09 billion. 
• Lands' End (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LE#NASDAQ">LE</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.19 per share on revenue of $272.60 million. 
• Duluth Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLTH#NASDAQ">DLTH</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.42 per share on revenue of $104.77 million. 
• Optical Cable (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCC#NASDAQ">OCC</a>) is likely to report earnings for its second quarter. 
• BitFuFu (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUFU#NASDAQ">FUFU</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.06 per share on revenue of $114.03 million. 
• AstroNova (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALOT#NASDAQ">ALOT</a>) is projected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Waterdrop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDH#NYSE">WDH</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Brown Forman Inc Class A Common Stock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BF#NYSE">BF</a>) is expected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $4.74 billion. 
• Guess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GES#NYSE">GES</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.69 per share on revenue of $631.36 million. 
• Quanex Building Prods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NX#NYSE">NX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.47 per share on revenue of $439.30 million. 
• Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.57 per share on revenue of $14.97 billion. 
• Samsara (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IOT#NYSE">IOT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.06 per share on revenue of $351.44 million. 
• Concrete Pumping Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBCP#NASDAQ">BBCP</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.04 per share on revenue of $99.02 million. 
• Torrid Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CURV#NYSE">CURV</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $270.20 million. 
• Zumiez (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZUMZ#NASDAQ">ZUMZ</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.77 per share on revenue of $182.54 million. 
• Mission Produce (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVO#NASDAQ">AVO</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $296.15 million. 
• Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.59 per share on revenue of $2.37 billion. 
• Docusign (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.81 per share on revenue of $748.92 million. 
• Vail Resorts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTN#NYSE">MTN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $10.06 per share on revenue of $1.30 billion. 
• ServiceTitan (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTAN#NASDAQ">TTAN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.12 per share on revenue of $208.69 million. 
• Rent the Runway (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RENT#NASDAQ">RENT</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $8.35 per share on revenue of $68.70 million. 
• Rubrik (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.32 per share on revenue of $260.41 million. 
• Braze (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRZE#NASDAQ">BRZE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $158.62 million. 
• IDT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IDT#NYSE">IDT</a>) is likely to report earnings for its third quarter. 
• Oil-Dri Corp of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODC#NYSE">ODC</a>) is projected to report earnings for its third quarter. 
• Petco Health and Wellness (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOOF#NASDAQ">WOOF</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.01 per share on revenue of $1.50 billion. 
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Earnings Scheduled For June 5, 2025

SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate SAP to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.44.
SAP bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
Last quarter the company missed EPS by $0.02, which was followed by a 1.11% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at SAP's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.44</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.33</td>
<td>1.19</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>1.18</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>7.000000000000001%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749045672_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of SAP were trading at $306.39 as of June 03. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 59.1%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Perspectives on SAP</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on SAP.
Analysts have provided SAP with 4 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Outperform. The average one-year price target stands at $322.0, suggesting a potential 5.09% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The analysis below examines the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Palantir Technologies, Salesforce and Intuit, three significant industry players, providing valuable insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Palantir Technologies, with an average 1-year price target of $101.42, suggesting a potential 66.9% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Salesforce, with an average 1-year price target of $324.38, suggesting a potential 5.87% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Intuit, with an average 1-year price target of $788.48, suggesting a potential 157.35% upside.</li>
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<h3>Summary of Peers Analysis</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for Palantir Technologies, Salesforce and Intuit are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>SAP</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>12.09%</td>
<td>$6.61B</td>
<td>3.91%</td>
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<td>Palantir Technologies</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>39.34%</td>
<td>$710.88M</td>
<td>4.11%</td>
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<td>Salesforce</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>7.62%</td>
<td>$7.56B</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
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<td>Intuit</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>15.10%</td>
<td>$6.56B</td>
<td>14.81%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
SAP ranks at the top for Gross Profit and Return on Equity among its peers. It is in the middle for Revenue Growth.
<h3>Get to Know SAP Better</h3>
Founded in Germany in 1972 by former IBM employees, SAP is the world's largest provider of enterprise application software. Known as the leader in enterprise resource planning software, SAP's portfolio also includes software for supply chain management, procurement, travel and expense management, and customer relationship management, among others. The company operates in more than 180 countries and has more than 400,000 customers, approximately 80% of which are small to medium-size enterprises.
<h3>A Deep Dive into SAP's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: SAP's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 12.09%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: SAP's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 19.75%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.91%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): SAP's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.38%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: SAP's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.22, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SAP/earnings">To track all earnings releases for SAP visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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SAP Earnings Preview

SAP's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) short percent of float has fallen 31.58% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.46 million shares sold short, which is 0.13% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.08 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>SAP Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for SAP 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 SAP'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>, SAP's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.18%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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The Trump administration has reportedly been discreetly working with&nbsp;Palantir Technologies Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) to gather personal data of American citizens from various federal agencies, sparking concerns over privacy and potential misuse of personal data.
What Happened: President Trump&#8217;s March executive order for federal data sharing is being implemented through Palantir&#8217;s product, Foundry. Although Trump has not publicly discussed this initiative, this platform is already in use by several federal agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services as well as the Social Security Administration, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/technology/trump-palantir-data-americans.html">reported</a> The New York Times on Friday.
Foundry&#8217;s capabilities in data organization and analysis could potentially enable the merging of information from various agencies, thereby creating detailed profiles of American citizens. The Trump administration has attempted to access extensive citizen data from government databases, including bank details, student debt, medical claims, and disability status.
Palantir did not immediately respond to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga&#8217;s</a> request for comment.
Palantir&#8217;s selection as a primary vendor for this project was reportedly influenced by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which was being overseen by&nbsp;Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO, Elon Musk.&nbsp;
Critics, including Democratic lawmakers and privacy advocates, fear that such data could be exploited for political purposes, such as policing immigrants and targeting critics.
Some Palantir employees fear the company&#8217;s association with Trump&#8217;s agenda and potential data breaches, prompting 13 former staffers to sign a letter urging it to cut ties with the administration.
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Why It Matters: The Trump administration&#8217;s collaboration with Palantir comes on the heels of several significant developments for the company. In late May, the Department of Defense (DoD) awarded Palantir a $795 million <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45572000/palantir-stock-is-trading-higher-thursday-whats-going-on">modification to a contract</a> for its Maven Smart System software licenses, which likely contributed to a surge in the company&#8217;s stock price.
Earlier that month, Palantir announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45536259/palantir-partners-with-sap-to-fuse-ontology-foundry-and-enterprise-dataceo-alex-karp-calls-it-extremely-valuable">strategic partnership</a> with enterprise software giant&nbsp;SAP SE&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>), integrating its data platforms with SAP&#8217;s enterprise solutions, a move that CEO&nbsp;Alex Karp&nbsp;described as &#8220;extremely valuable.&#8221;
Benzinga's Edge Rankings place Palantir in the 97th percentile for quality and the 3rd percentile for value, reflecting its mixed performance. Check the detailed report <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR">here</a>.&nbsp;
The shares of Palantir climbed 7.73% to close at 131.78 on Friday. On a year-to-date basis, it surged 75.26%.
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Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) announced Tuesday a global partnership with management consulting giant Bain &amp; Company to deliver enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) transformations for clients worldwide, marking another strategic expansion for the data analytics firm.
What Happened: The collaboration pairs Palantir&#8217;s AI Operating Systems with Bain&#8217;s industry expertise across sectors and business transformation capabilities. According to the companies, clients can expect &#8220;tangible impact in weeks&#8221; through enhanced speed and efficiency in AI-driven productivity gains.
&#8220;At Bain, we are helping clients lead in the era of AI — not just with strategy, but with implementation that drives measurable results,&#8221; said Chuck Whitten, partner and global head of Bain&#8217;s digital practices. &#8220;This partnership with Palantir brings together our deep industry expertise and transformation experience along with their cutting-edge platforms to unlock end-to-end AI impact.&#8221;
Sameer Kirtane, Head of Commercial Sales at Palantir, emphasized the transformative nature of their technology. &#8220;Organizations that adopt our AI Operating Systems fundamentally change their unit economics, often requiring organizing around our technologies,&#8221; Kirtane said. &#8220;We believe Bain can help our customers accelerate their pace of adoption and as a result, lead their respective industries.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: Bain&#8217;s AI, Insights, and Solutions practice includes more than 1,500 specialists in AI, data analytics, architecture, and engineering. The multidisciplinary team combines algorithmic, technical, and business expertise for machine learning implementation, business insight delivery, and technology architecture solutions.
The partnership represents Palantir&#8217;s latest commercial sector expansion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45536259/palantir-partners-with-sap-to-fuse-ontology-foundry-and-enterprise-dataceo-alex-karp-calls-it-extremely-valuable">following recent collaborations </a>with SAP SE and Divergent Technologies. Palantir shares have surged 480% over the past year, though the stock carries premium valuation metrics with price-to-sales ratios between 80-105x and forward P/E multiples exceeding 300x.
The announcement comes as Palantir continues positioning itself in enterprise AI markets while maintaining its traditional government contracting business, including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/25/05/45584539/donald-trumps-175-billion-golden-dome-could-trigger-a-new-space-arms-race-expert-warns-its-opening-a-pandoras-box">involvement in potential projects</a> related to the President Donald Trump administration&#8217;s Golden Dome missile defense initiative.
Price Action: Palantir Technologies Inc. closed at $123.38 on Monday, up 0.055%. In after-hours trading, it inched up to $123.40. Year to date, the stock has surged 64.09%.
Palantir stock shows strong momentum and growth according to Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings. However, the stock performs poorly on valuation metrics while experiencing a positive price trend across short- to long-term timeframes. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Here is the full stock breakdown</a>.
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SAP SE ADS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>), Capgemini, and Mistral AI partnered on Monday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">to deliver secure and scalable</a> generative <a href="https://www.capgemini.com/us-en/news/press-releases/capgemini-mistral-ai-and-sap-combine-forces-to-offer-secure-scalable-gen-ai-powered-solutions-for-regulated-industries/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AI</a> (gen AI) solutions for regulated industries.
This collaboration enables the deployment of tailored AI solutions within SAP systems in a secure, trusted environment, which is ideal for sectors with stringent data regulations such as financial services, public sector, aerospace &amp; defense, and energy &amp; utilities.
By combining Mistral AI's cutting-edge generative AI models with the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), Capgemini plans to develop a wide range of accessible business AI use cases designed for operational efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint.
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This combination allows companies to boost agility by modeling various scenarios, developing crisis response strategies, and adapting swiftly to evolving market dynamics.
With the collaboration, Capgemini will offer a library of 50+ pre-built, industry-specific AI use cases, many validated by SAP and powered by Mistral AI models.
Marjorie Janiewicz, Mistral AI Executive Board member and Global Head of Revenue said, "By combining our frontier, multilingual and highly customizable&nbsp;AI models with Capgemini's expertise in delivering real world industry-specific generative AI solutions, and the assurance of SAP's robust technology platform, we are making the effective integration of AI more accessible for all organizations, including those in highly regulated industries."
Thomas Saueressig, Member of the Executive Board of SAP SE, Customer Services &amp; Delivery added, "With SAP Business Technology Platform as a secure and scalable foundation, we're enabling organizations, especially those in regulated industries, to adopt AI with confidence, trust, and speed in a way that delivers real business value."
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Precidian ETFs Trust SAP SE ADRhedged (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAPH#NYSE">SAPH</a>) and The 2023 ETF Series Trust II GMO International Quality ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QLTI#NYSE">QLTI</a>).
Price Action: SAP shares are trading higher by 1.63% to $299.68&nbsp;premarket at last check Tuesday.
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SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<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>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $322.0, a high estimate of $330.00, and a low estimate of $308.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 2.55% from the previous average price target of $314.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748023215_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of SAP by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Keith Bachman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
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<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Joseph Bonner</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$308.00</td>
<td>$286.00</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 SAP. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of SAP compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of SAP's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into SAP's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SAP/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on SAP analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into SAP's Background</h2>
Founded in Germany in 1972 by former IBM employees, SAP is the world's largest provider of enterprise application software. Known as the leader in enterprise resource planning software, SAP's portfolio also includes software for supply chain management, procurement, travel and expense management, and customer relationship management, among others. The company operates in more than 180 countries and has more than 400,000 customers, approximately 80% of which are small to medium-size enterprises.
<h3>SAP: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: SAP displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 12.09%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: SAP's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 19.75%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): SAP's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.91%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): SAP's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.38% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: SAP's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.22, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Beyond The Numbers: 4 Analysts Discuss SAP Stock

SAP SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) stock fell 1.71% to $294.73 Friday morning, part of a broader market selloff triggered by President Donald Trump's threat to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45585283/trump-tariff-threat-hits-europe-stocks-sink-as-50-duties-loom">impose</a> a sweeping 50% tariff on all European Union imports starting June 1. The potential trade barrier reignited fears of a renewed transatlantic trade war, sending European equities tumbling.
What To Know: Investors punished export-sensitive stocks, particularly those with major U.S. exposure. SAP, a German enterprise software giant, derives approximately 40% of its revenue from North America. 
The company's cloud-based business model and extensive client base in U.S. industries such as finance, healthcare, and manufacturing make it especially vulnerable to U.S.-EU trade disruptions.
The proposed tariffs would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45585283/trump-tariff-threat-hits-europe-stocks-sink-as-50-duties-loom">exclude</a> U.S.-manufactured goods, putting EU-based firms like SAP at a competitive disadvantage. Analysts warned that retaliatory EU measures could further dent demand or complicate pricing for SAP's cloud services and software solutions.
SAP's drop aligns with losses across Germany's DAX index, down 2.3%, and tech-exposed firms like Infineon and ASML, reflecting the market's swift repricing of risk amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy SAP Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for SAP &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of SAP, which is trading at $294.73 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 0.34 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, SAP has a 52-week high of $303.40 and a 52-week low of $179.43.

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BMO Capital analyst Keith Bachman maintains SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $320 to $330.

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BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on SAP, Raises Price Target to $330

JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens reiterates SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) with a Market Outperform and maintains $330 price target.

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JMP Securities Reiterates Market Outperform on SAP, Maintains $330 Price Target

President Donald Trump&#8217;s threat to impose a sweeping 50% tariff on all European Union imports starting June 1 sparked a broad selloff across European markets Friday, triggering fears of a transatlantic trade war just as global <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">growth faces renewed pressure.</a>
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the EU&#8217;s "powerful Trade Barriers, VAT Taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American Companies" were to blame for an annual trade deficit exceeding $250 billion, which he called "totally unacceptable."
The proposed tariff would exempt goods manufactured in the United States, potentially creating sharp distortions for EU-based exporters and global supply chains.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Benchmarks Tumble</h3>
The fallout was immediate in markets. The Euro STOXX 50 index – as closely tracked by the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#NYSE">EZU</a>) – dropped 3%, Italy's FTSE MIB sank 2.9%, France's CAC 40 lost 2.6% and Spain's IBEX 35 fell 2.2%. 
Germany's DAX, as tracked by the iShares MSCI Germany Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWG#NYSE">EWG</a>), which is home to many export-heavy firms, slid 2.3%.
Financial stocks bore the brunt of the decline, with Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DB#NYSE">DB</a>) falling 6.1%, Société Générale SA (OTCPK: SCGLY) down 5.3% and Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBVA#NYSE">BBVA</a>) sliding 5%.
 Industrial and luxury exporters also came under heavy pressure, including Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (OTCPK: BMWYY), or BMW (−4.5%), UniCredit SpA (OTCPK: UNCRY) (−4.5%) and EssilorLuxottica SA (OTCPK: ESLOY) (−4.2%).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Export Exposure To US Trade Is Key</h3>
The tariff threat has placed a spotlight on European companies heavily reliant on U.S. revenues.
In Germany, Adidas AG (OTCPK: ADDYY) derives roughly a third of its revenue from the United States, while SAP SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) generates about 40% of its turnover from North America. 
Chipmaker Infineon Technologies AG (OTCPK: IFNNY) is also significantly exposed due to its automotive and electronics customers.
French luxury and tech firms are equally at risk. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE (OTCPK: LVMUY) earns close to 25% of its revenue in the U.S., while Dassault Systèmes SE (OTCPK: DASTY) has a strong footprint in North American enterprise software. Hermès International SA (OTCPK: HESAY) pulls about 20-25% of its sales from the American market.
Italian brands like Ferrari NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RACE#NYSE">RACE</a>), with over 30% of sales from the U.S., and EssilorLuxottica SA (OTCPK: ESLOY), which owns Oakley and Ray-Ban, are also vulnerable. 
In the Netherlands, tech heavyweight ASML Holding NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) earns about 20-25% of revenue from the U.S., and Koninklijke Philips NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHG#NYSE">PHG</a>) maintains a major healthcare business across North America.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">EU Retaliation Risk Grows For US Stocks</h3>
For U.S. corporations with heavy exposure to Europe—particularly in tech, autos, agriculture and aviation—the economic consequences could be significant if the European Union responds in kind.
The 2018 EU countermeasures to Trump&#8217;s steel tariffs included duties on motorcycles, bourbon and orange juice—strategic hits on U.S. swing-state exports.
EU officials may also revisit tech taxation disputes, where U.S. firms like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) are already under regulatory scrutiny.
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<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>AAPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/23/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$45.5K</td>
<td>16.2K</td>
<td>31.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$81.5K</td>
<td>67.4K</td>
<td>15.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/23/25</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$95.5K</td>
<td>16.5K</td>
<td>13.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$37.5K</td>
<td>615</td>
<td>13.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IONQ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$94.6K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$66.0K</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WOLF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$1.00</td>
<td>$62.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TXN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$395.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$21.50</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SAP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>857</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on May 23, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 47 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.5K, with a price of $91.0 per contract. There were 16210 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 31741 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on May 30, 2025. This event was a transfer of 284 contract(s) at a $140.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $81.5K, with a price of $287.0 per contract. There were 67491 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 15032 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on May 23, 2025. This event was a transfer of 985 contract(s) at a $435.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $95.5K, with a price of $97.0 per contract. There were 16561 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 13812 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NVTS (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVTS#NASDAQ">NVTS</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.5K, with a price of $75.0 per contract. There were 615 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 13000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding IONQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 161 contract(s) at a $44.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $94.6K, with a price of $580.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4604 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 85 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 112 contract(s) at a $500.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 24 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $66.0K, with a price of $590.0 per contract. There were 7114 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4434 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WOLF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOLF#NYSE">WOLF</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 302 day(s) on March 20, 2026. Parties traded 806 contract(s) at a $1.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.8K, with a price of $78.0 per contract. There were 1701 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3386 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TXN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 57 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $195.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $395.0K, with a price of $395.0 per contract. There were 2484 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1720 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 1500 contract(s) at a $21.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $114.0K, with a price of $76.0 per contract. There were 5468 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1582 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 29 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 52 contract(s) at a $300.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.7K, with a price of $880.0 per contract. There were 1919 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 857 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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&#8220;Through this collaboration with Dell Technologies and NVIDIA, Accenture is bringing the power of AI Refinery to on-premises infrastructure, providing an open, interoperable, scalable, and secure solution that paves the way for widespread AI adoption,&#8221; said Lan Guan, chief AI officer, Accenture.
Ihab Tarazi, Chief Technical Officer and Senior Vice President of Dell Technologies, added, &#8220;This solution allows customers to tailor their strategies and engineered architectures to meet diverse needs, ensuring data integrity and protection to accelerate digital transformation.&#8221;
&#8220;Regulated industries face the unique challenge of harnessing AI to drive innovation and efficiency while rigorously adhering to complex compliance, data privacy, and governance standards,&#8221; said Justin Boitano, vice president of Enterprise AI Products, NVIDIA. &#8220;Together, NVIDIA, Accenture, and Dell deliver a turnkey AI platform for enterprises to accelerate transformation, unlock new value from data, and confidently scale AI in alignment with operational requirements.&#8221;
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&#8220;At Palantir, we are manically focused for our partners. We use Ontology to manage large language models and Foundry to reconcile data,&#8221; CEO Alex Karp said during the announcement. &#8220;The combination of those products and your products will be extremely valuable for everyone and we are very much looking forward to scaling this partnership.&#8221;
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&#8220;This expansion of our longstanding partnership with SAP will tailor leading technologies, industry insights, and innovation to meet the specific demands of high-growth companies to help them reinvent, thrive, and grow,&#8221; said Julie Sweet, Chair and CEO of Accenture.
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From a virtually omnipresent Joule assistant to an expanded network of Joule Agents that work across systems and lines of business, SAP heralds a new era that democratizes access to Business AI and can drive productivity gains of up to 30 percent.
"SAP combines the world's most powerful suite of business applications with uniquely rich data and the latest AI innovations to create a flywheel of customer value," said SAP CEO Christian Klein. "With the expansion of Joule, our partnerships with leading AI pioneers, and advancements in SAP Business Data Cloud, we're delivering on the promise of Business AI as we drive digital transformations that help customers thrive in an increasingly unpredictable world."
<h4>AI that boosts productivity</h4>
SAP's generative AI assistant Joule can be everywhere you work, delivering personalized answers on everything you need to be more productive.
Joule can accompany business users throughout their day, in and out of the SAP application universe, to find data, surface real-time insights and streamline workflows. Joule's new ubiquity includes an action bar powered by WalkMe that studies user behavior across applications, turning the assistant into an always-available, proactive AI that can anticipate users' needs before they arise - always adhering to SAP's strict ethical AI guidelines.
A collaboration with Perplexity, an AI-powered answer engine company, enhances Joule's ability to draw on structured and unstructured data to solve complex business problems. Powered by Perplexity and the SAP Knowledge Graph, Joule now instantly answers questions with structured, visual answers - such as charts and graphs - grounded in real-time business data within SAP workflows. For example, a user could ask the tool how recent external events might impact their business and get a forecast based on both current events and the company's own business data.
SAP also unveiled an expanded library of Joule Agents that reimagine business processes and workflows from the ground up. Fueled by the world's most powerful real-time business data and orchestrated by Joule, these AI agents work across systems and lines of business to anticipate, adapt and act autonomously so organizations can stay agile in a rapidly changing world. Partnering with industry leaders, SAP offers an ecosystem of interoperable agents that can execute end-to-end processes. The new agents span customer experience, supply chain management, spend management, finance, and human capital management.
Finally, SAP introduced an operating system for AI development that transforms how enterprises build, deploy and scale AI solutions. AI Foundation gives developers a single entry point for building, extending and running custom AI solutions at scale, making it the first real operating system for Business AI. A new prompt optimizer, designed collaboratively with the frontier AI lab Not Diamond, also helps developers create more effective AI prompts quickly, reducing work on complex use cases from days to minutes.
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SAP also introduced new intelligent applications in SAP Business Data Cloud, each built for a specific line of business. These applications can continuously learn, simulate outcomes and guide actions using business-critical data, detecting changes to optimize processes, anticipate needs, and collaborate with both human and artificial thinkers to drive meaningful impact. The People Intelligence application, for instance, optimizes team performance by transforming people and skills data into workforce insights and AI-driven recommendations.
Additionally, SAP and Palantir are partnering to facilitate joint customers' cloud migration journey and modernization programs. Seamless connectivity between Palantir and SAP Business Data Cloud will enable customers to build a harmonized data foundation across their enterprise landscape. Together the companies will responsibly deliver essential outcomes and support customers, including the U.S. government, to quickly adapt to changes and disruptions.
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The company also announced SAP Business Suite packages, which are designed for customers to simplify the adoption of SAP cloud solutions that address their specific business challenges. SAP Build is embedded in these packages, so organizations can customize applications to meet their unique needs.
Finally, SAP unveiled a new solution that helps customers transition to the cloud faster. With Joule as the entry point and drawing on insights from SAP solutions including SAP Signavio and SAP LeanIX, the solution delivers personalized guidance and actionable recommendations tailored to an organization's transformation objectives and can help deliver up to 35 percent faster time to value.

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<li>SAP Business Suite enables industry-leading enterprise functions and connected intelligence with AI-driven insights</li>
<li>Packaged service offerings from Accenture are right sized for speed and ease to help customers quickly grow and secure their businesses</li>
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Through a strategic expansion of their longstanding partnership, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.accenture.com%2F&amp;esheet=54257283&amp;newsitemid=20250520005142&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Accenture&amp;index=1&amp;md5=69b0f2f97e6868c1992db48147da0953">Accenture</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>) and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sap.com%2F&amp;esheet=54257283&amp;newsitemid=20250520005142&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=SAP+SE&amp;index=2&amp;md5=7c20a4cb532964b00a2d1bb4f51b6804">SAP SE</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) have launched ADVANCE. For the first time, the two companies have worked together to create a pathway to the cloud for organizations pursuing high growth with annual revenue of up to US$5 billion to help create more connected, intelligent and responsive enterprises.

Accenture And SAP Expand Partnership With The Launch Of ADVANCE, Enabling High-Growth Firms With Up To $5B Annual Revenue To Accelerate Cloud Adoption

Press Releases

PortSwigger Announced Partnership with SAP to Enhance Web Application Security Across the Global Enterprise Landscape

SAP Releases Integrated Report 2024 and Files Annual Report 2024 on Form 20-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

SAP Canada Sovereign Cloud to Strengthen Digital Security and Compliance for Canadian Businesses

First HR AI Success Metrics Beyond "Saving Time" Emerge from Josh Bersin Company Analysis

SAP Quarterly Statement Q1 2025

Nearly $2 million for HEC Montréal's ERPsim Lab in partnership with SAP Canada, UQAM and Université de Sherbrooke

Accenture and SAP Join Forces to Help Companies Enable Connected Intelligence Across the Enterprise to Drive Speed and Agility in the AI Era

SAP Reimagines How Enterprises Run With Business AI

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SAP Executives to Participate in Upcoming Investor Events

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SAP positioned as the Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix: Digital Twin of an Organization Solution by QKS Group

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