Dernières nouvelles pour Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) Stock

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Starbucks is one of the most widely recognized restaurant brands in the world, operating more than 38,000 stores across more than 80 countries as of the end of fiscal 2023. The firm operates in three segments: North America, international markets, and channel development (grocery and ready-to-drink beverage). The coffee chain generates revenue from company-operated stores, royalties, sales of equipment and products to license partners, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffee sales, and single-serve products.

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Nike Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nke#NYSE">NKE</a>) marked this week with news of longtime executive Elliott Hill&rsquo;s triumphant return as the new CEO. Putting its global brand recognition aside, Nike&nbsp;has had its fair share of struggles over the past few years.&nbsp;Executive chairman Mark Parker alluded to the need for changing course, stating that Elliott&rsquo;s global expertise, leadership style, and deep understanding of the company&rsquo;s doings, paired with his passion for sport, Nike brands, products, consumers, athletes, and employees, make him the right person to unlock the next stage of growth.&nbsp;
<h3>Nike Needs To Return To Stock Market Glory</h3>
Nike&nbsp;has spent decades building one of the most recognizable brands&nbsp;and worked its way to a market capitalization of over $130 billion.&nbsp;But at one&nbsp;point in time,&nbsp;its market cap was over $280 billion.&nbsp;During the fiscal 2024 that ended on May 31st, Nike&rsquo;s struggles got worse. While the running shoes trend sprinted, Nike stagnated. Fourth-quarter sales dropped 2% YoY with Nike Direct sales contracting 7%, digital sales dropping 10%, while wholesale was a rare bright spot with 8% growth. Gains in performance products that increased in double digits were more than erased by struggles of the lifestyle business. For the current fiscal 2025, Nike guided for&nbsp;low-single-digit drop in revenue, while expecting a high single digit drop during the first half of the fiscal year. Nike&rsquo;s shift towards direct channels backfired, with too much reliance on those channels and losing touch with what its consumers really want being among its main issues.&nbsp;
<h3>The Iconic Sneaker And Sport Apparel Brand Needs To Get Back In Shape</h3>
Hill left the sporting apparel giant in 2020, but as&nbsp;a longtime Nike veteran, he&rsquo;s inspiring confidence in his ability to get Nike back in shape. Like the coffee giant, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sbux#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), Nike took a chance on an outsider CEO with tech experience, hoping to raise their game. Starbucks got Kevin Johnson who had experience with no other than the tech titan, Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>). Nike hoped that it will change the game with John Donahoe who brought his eBay Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ebay#NASDAQ">EBAY</a>) know-how. But Nike admitted its mistake by changing course and going back to a CEO who knows the company inside and out. As of October 14th,&nbsp;Hill&nbsp;will have a shot at mending Nike&rsquo;s missteps and putting an end to its struggles.
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Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.7% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 11.11%. Currently, Starbucks has a market capitalization of $110.80 billion. 
Buying $100 In SBUX: If an investor had bought $100 of SBUX stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $828.39 today based on a price of $97.78 for SBUX at the time of writing.
<h3>Starbucks's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In Starbucks 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Starbucks Corporation&#39;s (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sbux#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) stock is trading just below the Zacks Restaurant industry.&nbsp; With a forward 12-month Price/Earnings ratio of 24.79x, it sits marginally below the industry average of 24.97x. Despite this, SBUX remains priced higher than the broader Retail-Wholesale sector, which stands at 23.96x and the S&amp;P 500, which averages 21.86x.
In the past three months, Starbucks&#39; shares have surged 25.2% compared with the restaurant industry&#39;s 10.9% rise and the S&amp;P 500&#39;s 4.7% rise. Even among the top industry players, SBUX stands tall, outperforming McDonald&#39;s Corporation, which rose 19.2%, and leaving Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cmg#NYSE">CMG</a>), down 7.3%, and Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/yum#NYSE">YUM</a>), up 4.2%, in the rearview.
<h2>Stock Price Performance</h2>
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Technical indicators suggest continued strong performance for SBUX. The stock trades above its 50 and 200-day moving averages, signaling robust upward momentum and price stability. This technical strength underscores positive market sentiment and confidence in SBUX&#39;s financial health and prospects.
<h2>50 &amp; 200-Day Moving Averages</h2>
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<h2>Brian Niccol&#39;s Leadership: A Game Changer for SBUX</h2>
Starbucks&#39; recent stock rally can largely be attributed to the appointment of Brian Niccol as its new CEO, succeeding Laxman Narasimhan. Niccol, known for his successful leadership at Chipotle, where he guided the company through a significant turnaround and drove strong same-store sales growth, brings a wealth of experience to Starbucks.
His expertise in leveraging technology, automation and customer engagement is a perfect fit for Starbucks&#39; evolving needs. Niccol&#39;s strategic focus on efficiency and customer experience is expected to streamline operations and elevate the customer journey, which is crucial for managing Starbucks&#39; expansive and intricate menu offerings.
<h2>Expansion Efforts to Aid SBUX</h2>
The company is continuously focusing on expansion to drive growth. In the fiscal 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023, the company added 1,400, 1,173, 1,120 and 2,327 net new stores, respectively. During the first-, second- and third-quarter fiscal 2024, the company opened 549, 364 and 526 net new stores. This brings the total global store count to 39,477 as of June 30, 2024, with 52% company-operated and 48% licensed stores. For the fiscal 2024, management projects global store growth to be approximately 6%.
Starbucks&#39; focus on operational excellence, backed by a reinvention plan, resulted in significant improvements. During the fiscal third quarter, out-of-the-window times have improved year over year, customer contact center calls for long order times have been reduced (by nearly 50%) and Mobile Order &amp; Pay and delivery uptime rates have reached 99%. These indicators reflect efforts to enhance customer wait times, product availability and the overall customer experience.
<h2>Menu Innovation Aids SBUX</h2>
In the third quarter, the company experienced a boost in store traffic due to a strong and innovative lineup of products and effective marketing strategies. Their share of cold beverages inched up 1% year over year, accounting for 76% of their beverage sales for the quarter. Customers responded positively to the new Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers with Pearls and the revamped iced coffee. Additionally, cold espresso products saw 4% growth year over year.
Building on its successes from the second quarter, SBUX is continuing to expand its product pipeline over the next two years while speeding up innovation. Acknowledging the rising popularity of energy drinks, they introduced new handcrafted iced energy beverages in U.S. locations.
Looking ahead to the fourth quarter, the company anticipates that its product offerings, including the highly-anticipated return of pumpkin spice and targeted marketing efforts, will attract more customers and enhance engagement with new and loyal patrons.
<h2>Comps and Margin Pressure Hurts SBUX</h2>
Starbucks is struggling with a slower recovery in China, facing fierce competition from value-oriented rivals. Global comparable store sales fell 3% in third-quarter fiscal 2024 year over year, driven by a 5% decline in transactions, despite a 2% rise in average ticket size. North America and International sales also decreased by 2% and 7%, respectively, due to cautious consumer spending. The company expects these challenges to persist, forecasting low single-digit declines to flat growth for global and U.S. comps in 2024, with China&#39;s comps projected to drop 12%.
Starbucks&#39; adjusted operating margin declined to 16.7% in third-quarter fiscal 2024, down 70 basis points from the previous year&#39;s tally, primarily due to rising costs from employee investments and promotional activities. However, some losses were offset by pricing strategies and better store efficiencies.
<h2>End Notes</h2>
The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company, trading slightly below the restaurant industry&#39;s average, though it remains higher than broader sectors. The stock&#39;s impressive gain in the past three months, outpacing competitors is bolstered by strong technical indicators, as it trades above its 50 and 200-day moving averages. This momentum is attributed to the new CEO, Brian Niccol, whose focus on efficiency and customer engagement is expected to elevate operations.
Its product innovations, particularly in cold beverages, have driven traffic, but challenges remain, including margin pressure and slow recovery in China, affecting global comparable store sales. Despite these headwinds, Starbucks&#39; reinvention plan and operational improvements offer potential, though margins remain under strain from rising costs.
For long-term investors confident in Starbucks&#39; ability to overcome its current challenges and sustain growth, the stock may present a solid value opportunity. However, new investors might want to hold off until there are more evident signs of recovery, especially in the international market, before committing.
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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>17.3K</td>
<td>64.6K</td>
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<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/04/24</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$26.4K</td>
<td>8.2K</td>
<td>8.5K</td>
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<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$27.2K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
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<td>WYNN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
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<td>AMZN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$48.6K</td>
<td>10.4K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
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<td>LI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td>214</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
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<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$90.0K</td>
<td>755</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
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<td>JD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$27.4K</td>
<td>192</td>
<td>237</td>
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<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>175</td>
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<td>CROX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$96.7K</td>
<td>163</td>
<td>142</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on September 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 163 contract(s) at a $255.00 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 $31.8K, with a price of $195.0 per contract. There were 17382 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 64692 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NCLH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 8 day(s) on October 4, 2024. This event was a transfer of 2200 contract(s) at a $19.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.4K, with a price of $12.0 per contract. There were 8278 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8532 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 85 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.2K, with a price of $827.0 per contract. There were 9850 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4779 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WYNN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WYNN#NASDAQ">WYNN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 22 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.0K, with a price of $360.0 per contract. There were 5947 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3423 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $185.00 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 $48.6K, with a price of $243.0 per contract. There were 10450 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1868 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 50 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 305 contract(s) at a $26.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.0K, with a price of $210.0 per contract. There were 214 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1454 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on October 25, 2024. Parties traded 150 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $90.0K, with a price of $600.0 per contract. There were 755 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1091 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on November 1, 2024. Parties traded 51 contract(s) at a $33.00 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 $27.4K, with a price of $538.0 per contract. There were 192 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 237 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 85 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 95 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.8K, with a price of $440.0 per contract. There were 4481 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 175 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CROX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CROX#NASDAQ">CROX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 176 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 118 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $96.7K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 163 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 142 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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Starbucks shares are trading higher after Bernstein upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform and raised its price target from $92 to $115.

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Bernstein raised the price target for Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) from $92 to $115. Bernstein analyst Danilo Gargiulo upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform. Starbucks shares rose 1.2% to close at $95.62 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SBUX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>JMP Securities increased the price target for Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) from $550 to $635. JMP Securities analyst Andrew Boone maintained a Market Outperform rating. Meta shares gained 0.9% to close at $568.31 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/META/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc raised Crocs, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CROX#NYSE">CROX</a>) price target from $149 to $155. Keybanc analyst Ashley Owens maintained an Overweight rating. Crocs shares fell 1.2% to close at $143.04 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CROX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird boosted McDonald&#8217;s Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>) price target from $280 to $320. Baird analyst David Tarantino maintained an Outperform rating. McDonald&#8217;s shares rose 0.1% to close at $300.47 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Baird raised Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTAS#NASDAQ">CTAS</a>) price target from $194 to $209. Baird analyst Andrew Wittmann maintained a Neutral rating. Cintas shares gained 1.2% to close at $207.21 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTAS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc raised the price target for On Holding AG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONON#NYSE">ONON</a>) from $47 to $60. Keybanc analyst Ashley Owens maintained an Overweight rating. On Holding fell 0.7% to close at $50.20 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ONON/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>BMO Capital raised Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSPD#NYSE">LSPD</a>) price target from $18 to $20. BMO Capital analyst Thanos Moschopoulos maintained an Outperform rating. Lightspeed Commerce shares jumped 12.9% to close at $15.68 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LSPD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler raised the price target for Ecolab Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ECL#NYSE">ECL</a>) from $270 to $305. Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert maintained an Overweight rating. Ecolab shares gained 0.2% to close at $254.82 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ECL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Benchmark raised Flutter Entertainment plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLUT#NYSE">FLUT</a>) price target from $255 to $265. Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey maintained a Buy rating. Flutter Entertainment shares gained 5.1% to close at $239.86 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FLUT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs increased State Street Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STT#NYSE">STT</a>) price target from $98 to $100. Goldman Sachs analyst Alexander Blostein maintained a Buy rating. State Street shares fell 0.5% to close at $88.50 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</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 SBUX, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Starbucks.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 37% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $262,675, and 3 are calls, for a total amount of $942,883.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $95.0 and $105.0 for Starbucks, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Starbucks's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Starbucks's whale activity within a strike price range from $95.0 to $105.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Starbucks 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727284535_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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$862.5K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$15.95</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>60</td>
<td>111</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$70.2K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>158</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$15.6</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$54.0K</td>
<td>60</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$97.50</td>
<td>$40.2K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td>96</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Starbucks</h3>
Starbucks is one of the most widely recognized restaurant brands in the world, operating more than 38,000 stores across more than 80 countries as of the end of fiscal 2023. The firm operates in three segments: North America, international markets, and channel development (grocery and ready-to-drink beverage). The coffee chain generates revenue from company-operated stores, royalties, sales of equipment and products to license partners, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffee sales, and single-serve products.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Starbucks, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Starbucks</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,705,072, the price of SBUX is up by 1.06%, reaching $95.45.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 36 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Starbucks</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $104.8.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Jefferies downgraded its rating to Underperform, setting a price target of $76. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from TD Cowen lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $110. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from BMO Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Starbucks with a target price of $110. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Buy rating on Starbucks, maintaining a target price of $118. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from TD Cowen keeps a Buy rating on Starbucks with a target price of $110. 
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<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/25/new-starbucks-ceo-brian-niccol-commits-to-working-with-union.html#:~:text=Restaurants-,New%20Starbucks%20CEO%20Brian%20Niccol%20commits%20to,union%20as%20talks%20move%20forward&amp;text=Starbucks%20CEO%20Brian%20Niccol%20said,bargaining%20agreements%20for%20unionized%20cafes.">https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/25/new-starbucks-ceo-brian-niccol-commits-to-working-with-union.html#:~:text=Restaurants-,New%20Starbucks%20CEO%20Brian%20Niccol%20commits%20to,union%20as%20talks%20move%20forward&amp;text=Starbucks%20CEO%20Brian%20Niccol%20said,bargaining%20agreements%20for%20unionized%20cafes.</a>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol said he respects the rights of the coffee chain's baristas to unionize.</li>
<li>Starbucks and Workers United are negotiating a framework for collective bargaining agreements for unionized cafes.</li>
<li>Today, Workers United represents more than 490 of Starbucks' U.S. cafes and over 10,500 of its employees.</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/SBUX/">Starbucks</a> CEO Brian Niccol said the coffee chain is committed to bargaining in good faith with the union that represents many of its baristas, as the two sides work to craft a labor deal.
"I deeply respect the right of partners to choose, through a fair and democratic process, to be represented by a union," Niccol wrote on Tuesday in a letter to the union obtained by CNBC. "If our partners choose to be represented, I am committed to making sure we engage constructively and in good faith with the union and the partners it represents."
&nbsp;
He was responding to a <a href="https://sbworkersunited.org/letter-to-starbucks-ceo-from-bargaining-delegates-our-mutual-commitment-to-the-future/">letter from the Starbucks Workers United</a> bargaining delegation sent a day earlier, ahead of another bargaining session between Starbucks and the union. The two sides are negotiating a framework that would be the basis for collective bargaining agreements between individual stores and the company. The union is pushing for fair scheduling, living wages and racial and gender equity, the delegation said in its letter.
"We know that many of your dedicated customers – as well as future generations of customers – have a vested interest in the outcome of our negotiations and reaching a foundational agreement," the group wrote in its letter to Niccol.
Three years ago, Starbucks baristas started unionizing under Workers United, an affiliate of the Service Employees International Union. For two and a half years, the coffee giant tried to curb the union push, leading to battles that played out in headlines, social media and courts.
But the turning point for both parties came six months ago when they <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/27/starbucks-and-workers-united-union-agree-to-framework-for-talks.html">agreed to work</a> together on a path forward after mediation to resolve lawsuits sparked by the union's posts on social media.
Niccol joined Starbucks several weeks ago, making him a newcomer to the union discussions. In his previous role as CEO of <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/CMG/">Chipotle Mexican Grill</a>, only one location, in Lansing, Michigan, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/25/chipotle-restaurant-in-michigan-votes-to-unionize-in-a-first-for-the-chain.html">successfully unionized</a>. Last year, the burrito chain <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/27/chipotle-to-pay-ex-employees-closing-location-union.html">agreed to pay</a> former employees of an Augusta, Maine, location $240,000 as part of a settlement for closing the restaurant when workers tried to unionize. Chipotle denied any wrongdoing.
Today, Workers United represents more than 490 of Starbucks' U.S. cafes and over 10,500 of its employees. The company has more than 16,700 locations in the U.S., more than half of which are owned by the company.

'New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol Commits To Working With Union As Talks Move Forward' - CNBC

On Tuesday, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) CEO Brian Niccol issued a letter stating that the company and Workers United <a target="_blank" href="https://one.starbucks.com/negotiations/starbucks-reaffirms-commitment-to-advancing-the-path-forward-with-workers-united/" rel="noreferrer noopener">bargaining </a>delegates are working to create a framework for single-store contracts.
The CEO said that &#8220;I appreciate your positive feedback that our relationship &#8211; the relationship between the company and Workers United &#8211; is grounded in good faith and professionalism, and I am pleased that we are making meaningful progress towards our shared goals.&#8221;
&#8220;I&#8217;ve been clear that my goal is to make Starbucks the best place to work for every partner, in every store. This means creating a great work environment, offering strong career opportunities and providing a clear path to growth.&#8221;
&#8220;I deeply respect the right of partners to choose, through a fair and democratic process, to be represented by a union. If our partners choose to be represented, I am committed to making sure we engage constructively and in good faith with the union and the partners it represents.&#8221;
In April, the U.S. Supreme Court stated that they would hear a challenge from&nbsp;Starbucks against the National Labor Relations Board&#8217;s decision to reinstate fired baristas <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/04/38381359/us-supreme-court-to-weigh-starbucks-challenge-over-fired-baristas" rel="noreferrer noopener">who were organizing a union</a>.
In June, the U.S. Supreme Court reportedly sided with Starbucks&nbsp;in a significant ruling related to the reinstatement of seven Memphis employees who were dismissed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/unions" rel="noreferrer noopener">amid unionization efforts.</a>
Starbucks has experienced falling sales for two consecutive quarters. Customers have complained about high prices, slow app orders, and subpar food options.
The company has also faced union organizing efforts due to dissatisfaction with working conditions, pay, and benefits.
This month, Starbucks&#8217; CEO announced plans to return the company to its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40809142/brian-niccol-outlines-vision-to-reconnect-starbucks-with-community-coffeehouse-roots-on-his-2nd-day" rel="noreferrer noopener">roots as a community coffeehouse</a>.
Niccol emphasized the need for comfortable seating and a clear distinction between &#8220;to-go&#8221; and &#8220;for-here&#8221; services. He acknowledged that the company has drifted from its core values and is committed to enhancing the in-store experience.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Opal Dividend Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIVZ#NYSE">DIVZ</a>) and Global X Millennial Consumer ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MILN#NASDAQ">MILN</a>).
Price Action: SBUX shares are down 0.16% at $94.30 premarket at the last check Wednesday.
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In a move to attract tea enthusiasts, Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) has unveiled a new afternoon <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/24/09/40797816/behind-the-scenes-of-starbuckss-latest-options-trends">tea set at its Reserve Roastery in Tokyo</a>.
What Happened: The new offering, known as the Roastery Pasticcini Flight, will be available from Oct. 1-31. It includes three new autumn-themed pastries and a variety of teas. Priced at 6,050 yen ($41.94), the set is served in 90-minute slots at 1, 3, and 5 p.m. daily.
The pastries featured in the set are Mele, Rum Raisin Fromage, and Vignolata, each providing distinct flavors and textures. Tea options include Kagabo Hojicha, Spice Apple Cider, Citrus Lavender Sage, and Rwandan Black Tea.
Due to the high demand for Starbucks&#8217; previous afternoon tea set in 2021, which sold out quickly, advance reservations are recommended.
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Why It Matters: This new offering comes at a time when Starbucks is undergoing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40892040/starbucks-north-america-ceo-michael-conway-quits-after-just-6-months-in-the-position">significant changes in its leadership</a> and strategy. Recently, Michael Conway, the North American CEO, resigned after just six months in the role. His departure marks the end of his 11-year tenure at the company.
Additionally, Brian Niccol, the new CEO, has outlined a vision to reconnect Starbucks with its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40809142/brian-niccol-outlines-vision-to-reconnect-starbucks-with-community-coffeehouse-roots-on-his-2nd-day">community coffeehouse roots</a>. He aims to enhance the in-store experience by emphasizing comfortable seating and distinguishing between &#8220;to-go&#8221; and &#8220;for-here&#8221; services.
However, Niccol&#8217;s tenure has not been without controversy. His decision to commute between his California home and the Seattle headquarters using a company jet has sparked <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40544276/starbucks-gives-new-ceo-brian-niccol-company-jet-to-fly-to-seattle-hq-sparks-environmental-backlash">environmental concerns</a>.
Moreover, Starbucks&#8217; operator in Malaysia, Berjaya Food Bhd., recently reported a significant loss due to anti-Israel boycotts, highlighting the various challenges the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40544276/starbucks-gives-new-ceo-brian-niccol-company-jet-to-fly-to-seattle-hq-sparks-environmental-backlash">company faces globally</a>.
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Jefferies analyst Andy Barish downgrades Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) from Hold to Underperform and lowers the price target from $80 to $76.

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$27.4K</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NWL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$116.2K</td>
<td>54</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$232.4K</td>
<td>9.3K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NKE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$26.8K</td>
<td>5.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$45.0K</td>
<td>302</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$106.3K</td>
<td>42.3K</td>
<td>998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$50.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>923</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$34.2K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>778</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$42.3K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>487</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LVS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$80.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>445</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 116 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 1716 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 46 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.4K, with a price of $16.0 per contract. There were 7102 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3921 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NWL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWL#NASDAQ">NWL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 53 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 2898 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 71 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $116.2K, with a price of $40.0 per contract. There were 54 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3020 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 53 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $232.4K, with a price of $2322.0 per contract. There were 9353 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2394 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NKE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 270 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 61 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.8K, with a price of $440.0 per contract. There were 5778 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1293 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on September 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.0K, with a price of $450.0 per contract. There were 302 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1036 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 116 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $106.3K, with a price of $1063.0 per contract. There were 42381 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 998 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FL#NYSE">FL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 53 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 922 contract(s) at a $32.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 39 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.7K, with a price of $55.0 per contract. There were 1296 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 923 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For F (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 179 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 311 contract(s) at a $11.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.2K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 1552 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 778 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 53 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 94 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.3K, with a price of $450.0 per contract. There were 5434 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 487 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LVS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 53 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 18 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $80.0K, with a price of $400.0 per contract. There were 1491 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 445 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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Nike, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) is the latest company to take part in what has become a trend among big companies: bringing back an executive to assume <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40954074/why-nike-shares-are-trading-higher-by-around-7-here-are-20-stocks-moving-premarket">the role of CEO</a>.
The sneaker giant <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40957353/nikes-new-ceo-elliott-hill-to-focus-on-repairing-retailer-relations">announced on Thursday</a> the appointment of Elliott Hill, the company&#8217;s former president of consumer and marketplace who has been with Nike for three decades, as its new CEO to replace retiring CEO John Donahoe.
Nike is not alone in having an executive — the company&#8217;s former CEO, in many cases — return to the company to fill its top leadership post in a &#8220;Boomerang CEO&#8221; trend.
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<li>Bob Iger: Almost two years ago, Iger returned to The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/22/11/29798775/bob-iger-returns-as-disney-ceo-after-reports-of-growing-rift-with-bob-chapek">as its CEO</a> to replace CEO Bob Chapek. Iger previously served in that top role from 2005 to 2020. Last July, the company&#8217;s board voted unanimously to extend his CEO contract to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/07/33207650/disneys-board-votes-for-continuity-extends-ceo-igers-contract-to-2026">the end of 2026</a>.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Howard Schulz: In April 2022, Schulz returned to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/22/03/26163125/starbucks-ceo-kevin-johnson-announces-retirement-founder-howard-schultz-to-return-in-interim-role">the CEO post</a> at Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) for the third time in an interim capacity to fill in for retiring CEO Kevin Johnson. Schulz founded the company and served as CEO first from 1986 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2017. He stepped down as interim CEO in August to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/08/40396716/starbucks-new-ceo-brian-niccol-boosts-company-valuation-by-over-15b-in-one-day-whats-his-net-worth">hand over the reins</a> to Brian Niccol, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Kevin Plank: At the end of April, Plank<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/03/37690723/kevin-plank-returns-as-ceo-under-armours-original-visionary-takes-charge-again"> returned as CEO</a> of Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UA#NYSE">UA</a>) to replace Stephanie Linnartz. He previously served as CEO of the apparel company from 1996, the year he founded it, to 2020.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sam Altman: In November 2023, Altman <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35911061/sam-altman-to-return-as-openai-ceo-as-new-board-collaborating-to-figure-out-details">returned as the CEO</a> of OpenAI just four days after he was ousted from the position. He was reinstated as CEO on Nov. 22, two days after employees demanded that Altman be given back his CEO job.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sergio Ermotti: In April 2023, Ermotti returned <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/23/03/31546168/ubs-rehires-former-ceo-to-oversee-credit-suisse-takeover">as the CEO</a> of UBS Group AG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBS#NYSE">UBS</a>) to oversee its takeover of Credit Suisse. Ermotti, who assumed the position after CEO Ralph Hamers stepped down, was previously UBS&#8217; CEO from November 2011 to November 2020</li>
</ul>
Price Action: These companies with returning CEOs saw gains and losses into Friday&#8217;s early-afternoon trading.
<ul>
<li>Nike rose 6.41% to $86.17</li>
<li>Walt Disney gained 0.11% to $93.55</li>
<li>Starbucks dropped 0.64% to $96.28</li>
<li>Under Armour edged up 0.87% to $7.55</li>
<li>UBS slipped 1.43% to $29.97</li>
</ul>
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</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 SBUX, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Starbucks.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 25%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $130,757, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $147,345.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $85.0 to $125.0 for Starbucks over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Starbucks's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Starbucks's whale trades within a strike price range from $85.0 to $125.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Starbucks 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726857591_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>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$13.6</td>
<td>$12.4</td>
<td>$13.05</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$48.2K</td>
<td>614</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td>8.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">464</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$10.35</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$39.6K</td>
<td>550</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$33.3K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">61</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$12.35</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$32.1K</td>
<td>103</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">105</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Starbucks</h3>
Starbucks is one of the most widely recognized restaurant brands in the world, operating more than 38,000 stores across more than 80 countries as of the end of fiscal 2023. The firm operates in three segments: North America, international markets, and channel development (grocery and ready-to-drink beverage). The coffee chain generates revenue from company-operated stores, royalties, sales of equipment and products to license partners, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffee sales, and single-serve products.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Starbucks, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Starbucks</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 5,259,380, with SBUX's price down by -0.09%, positioned at $96.81.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 41 days.</li>
</ul>
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With SBUX

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Starbucks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</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 SBUX, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 12 uncommon options trades for Starbucks.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 58%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 8 are puts, for a total amount of $1,220,455, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $129,405.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $90.0 to $100.0 for Starbucks over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Starbucks options trades today is 2475.5 with a total volume of 3,699.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Starbucks's big money trades within a strike price range of $90.0 to $100.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Starbucks Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726773893_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$6.46</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$969.0K</td>
<td>310</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.36</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$65.4K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
<td>207</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.7</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$40.4K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td>54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$36.8K</td>
<td>41</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.55</td>
<td>$6.56</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$35.3K</td>
<td>310</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Starbucks</h3>
Starbucks is one of the most widely recognized restaurant brands in the world, operating more than 38,000 stores across more than 80 countries as of the end of fiscal 2023. The firm operates in three segments: North America, international markets, and channel development (grocery and ready-to-drink beverage). The coffee chain generates revenue from company-operated stores, royalties, sales of equipment and products to license partners, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffee sales, and single-serve products.
<h3>Current Position of Starbucks</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,944,905, the price of SBUX is up by 0.81%, reaching $96.9.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 42 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In SBUX Options

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cbrl#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>) is scheduled to report fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results on Sept. 19. In the last reported quarter, CBRL registered an earnings surprise of 57.1%.
<h2>Trend in Estimate Revision</h2>
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal fourth-quarter earnings per share is pegged at $1.17, which indicates a deterioration of 34.6% from $1.79 reported in the year-ago quarter.
For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at $898.8 million, which implies an increase of 7.4% from the year-ago quarter&#39;s reported figure.
Let&#39;s check out the factors that might have influenced CBRL&#39;s performance in the quarter to be reported.
<h2>Factors at Play for CBRL</h2>
Cracker Barrel&#39;s fiscal fourth-quarter top line is likely to have been aided by menu innovation, higher menu pricing, expansion and other sales-building efforts. Given the growing demand for its breakfast category, including Homestyle Chicken, French Toast, Barrel Bites and beverages, Cracker Barrel introduced its $5 take-home meals at the beginning of fiscal 2024, which is expected to have aided the company&#39;s top line.
The company is also benefiting from growth in off-premise sales. It continues to focus on off-premise initiatives, such as curbside delivery, third-party delivery and family meal baskets. These efforts are likely to have aided the off-premise sales.
Our model predicts Restaurant and Retail revenues to be $715.9 million and $168.2 million, respectively, up 7.9% and 6.9% year over year. However, dismal traffic and same-store sales are expected to have negatively impacted the company&#39;s results. Our model predicts retail same-store sales to decline 0.5% year over year. CBRL&#39;s retail business faces challenges stemming from broader industry pressures, particularly in discretionary categories.
Strategic investments in advertising and labor are likely to have increased costs and exerted margin pressure in the to-be-reported quarter. For fourth-quarter fiscal 2024, our model predicts labor and other related expenses&nbsp; to rise 9% year over year to $332.6 million. We expect store-operating expenses to increase 8.4% year over year to $821.6 million. Our model predicts adjusted-operating income to decline 30.7% year over year to $27.6 million.
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<h3>Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise</h3>
<h2><img alt="Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/charts/6f/1726662030.png" style="height:263px; width:537px" title="" /></h2>
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. price-eps-surprise | Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Quote
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<h2>What Our Model Says</h2>
Our proven model predicts an earnings beat for Cracker Barrel this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. This is exactly the case here.
Earnings ESP: Cracker Barrel currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.74%.
Zacks Rank: The company has a Zacks Rank #2 at present.
<h2>Other Stocks Poised to Beat on Earnings</h2>
Here are some other stocks worth considering from the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector, as our model shows that these, too, have the right combination of elements to beat on earnings this reporting cycle.
Domino&#39;s Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dpz#NYSE">DPZ</a>) currently has an Earnings ESP of +3.94% and a Zacks Rank #3. Shares of Domino&#39;s have risen 6.4% in the past year. DPZ&#39;s earnings beat the consensus mark in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 11.2%.
Papa John&#39;s International, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pzza#NASDAQ">PZZA</a>) has an Earnings ESP of +2.11% and a Zacks Rank #3 at present. Shares of Papa John&#39;s have lost 32.9% in the past year. PZZA&#39;s earnings beat the consensus mark in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, delivering an average surprise of 13.6%.
Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sbux#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.61% and a Zacks Rank #3. Shares of Starbucks have lost 0.5% in the past year. SBUX&#39;s earnings beat the consensus mark in two of the trailing four quarters and missed twice, delivering an average surprise of&nbsp;1.7%.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2337924/cracker-barrel-to-report-q4-earnings-is-a-beat-in-store?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|earnings_preview-2337924">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

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Investors are on edge in the lead-up to the Wednesday Federal Open Market Committee interest rate decision that is expected to deliver the first cut to the federal funds rate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40921827/fed-decision-is-here-5-things-investors-need-to-know-ahead-of-wednesdays-pivotal-in">in over four years.</a>
The market is divided on the magnitude of the anticipated rate cut. Traders are assigning a 59% probability to a 50-basis-point cut, while a 41% chance is placed on a more modest 25-basis-point reduction. The size of the rate cut is crucial as it could trigger significant market reactions.
Should the Fed opt for a 50-basis-point cut, it may be perceived as an acknowledgment that interest rates are overly restrictive. This could lead to increased expectations for further rate cuts in the coming months, potentially fueling risk sentiment and driving stock prices higher.
Conversely, a 25-basis-point cut might disappoint investors who are betting on a more aggressive measure.
Since the start of 2022, the S&amp;P 500, tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), has experienced an average move of plus or minus 1.3% during FOMC events, reflecting the market&#8217;s high sensitivity to Fed policy decisions.
Goldman Sachs equity analysts, including John Marshall, analyzed stock movements during the first rate cuts in the previous three Fed easing cycles (Sept. 18, 2007, July 31, 2019 and March 3, 2020).
The data highlights the average moves of several key S&amp;P 500 stocks with liquid options during these periods.
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<td>1</td>
<td>Caesars Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>)</td>
<td>5.9%</td>
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<td>2</td>
<td>Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td>5.5%</td>
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<td>3</td>
<td>Capital One Financial Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>)</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
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<td>4</td>
<td>Charles Schwab Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>)</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
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<td>5</td>
<td>Mastercard Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>)</td>
<td>4.5%</td>
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<td>6</td>
<td>Fortinet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTNT#NASDAQ">FTNT</a>)</td>
<td>4.3%</td>
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<td>7</td>
<td>Marriott International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>)</td>
<td>4.2%</td>
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<td>8</td>
<td>American Express Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>)</td>
<td>3.8%</td>
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<td>9</td>
<td>Newmont Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>)</td>
<td>3.7%</td>
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<td>10</td>
<td>Deere &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>)</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
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<td>11</td>
<td>BlackRock Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>)</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
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<td>12</td>
<td>Texas Instruments Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>)</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
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<td>13</td>
<td>3M Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>)</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
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<td>14</td>
<td>Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>)</td>
<td>3.2%</td>
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<td>15</td>
<td>JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>)</td>
<td>3.2%</td>
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<td>16</td>
<td>Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>)</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
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<td>17</td>
<td>Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>)</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
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<td>18</td>
<td>Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>)</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
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<td>19</td>
<td>Visa Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>)</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
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<td>20</td>
<td>Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>)</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
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<li>Piper Sandler raised the price target for Aspen Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZPN#NASDAQ">AZPN</a>) from  $200 to $217. Piper Sandler analyst Clarke Jeffries maintained a Neutral rating. Aspen Technology shares gained 3.3% to close at $233.54 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AZPN/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>RBC Capital raised the price target for NMI Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMIH#NASDAQ">NMIH</a>) from $40 to $48. RBC Capital analyst Scott Heleniak upgraded the stock from Sector Perform to Outperform. NMI Holdings shares fell 1.4% to close at $41.15 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NMIH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. lifted Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBPH#NASDAQ">LBPH</a>) price target from $60 to $80. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Patrick Trucchio maintained a Buy rating. Longboard Pharmaceuticals shares fell 10.3% to close at $27.58 on Tuesday. S<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LBPH/analyst-ratings">ee how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Benchmark increased Belden Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDC#NYSE">BDC</a>) price target from $115 to $120. Benchmark analyst Reuben Garner maintained a Buy rating. Belden shares gained 2.9% to close at $106.29 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BDC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>B of A Securities boosted the price target for Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) from $112 to $118. B of A Securities analyst Sara Senatore maintained a Buy rating. Starbucks rose 0.1% to close at $96.44 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SBUX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Needham cut Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) price target from $350 to $300. Needham analyst Scott Berg maintained a Buy rating. Workday shares fell 0.4% to close at $248.12 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WDAY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Baird raised Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FERG#NYSE">FERG</a>) price target from $222 to $225. Baird analyst David Manthey maintained an Outperform rating. Ferguson Enterprises shares gained 5% to close at $207.06 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FERG/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>B of A Securities cut the price target for FedEx Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) from $347 to $345. B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter maintained a Buy rating. FedEx shares rose 1.6% to close at $297.34 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FDX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Goldman Sachs raised The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) price target from $262 to $280. Goldman Sachs analyst Alex Scott maintained a Buy rating. Progressive shares rose 0.2% to close at $256.91 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PGR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Stifel raised Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZTS#NYSE">ZTS</a>) price target from $200 to $210. Stifel analyst Jonathan Block maintained a Buy rating. Zoetis shares rose 0.8% to close at $195.71 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZTS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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