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Zenas BioPharma Inc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. Its I&I product candidate, obexelimab, is a bifunctional monoclonal antibody designed to bind both CD19 and FcγRIIb, which are present across B cell lineage, in order to inhibit the activity of cells that are implicated in many autoimmune diseases without depleting them.

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In a recent conversation with Chris Wallace on CNN Max, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/40963028/suze-orman-says-keep-your-car-for-15-years-or-longer-instead-of-leasing-a-new-one-every-3-years-">Suze Orman</a> highlighted that while the stock market is performing well, it doesn't reflect how most American households are really doing financially. 
"What if I were to tell you that 75% of the people in the United States don&#8217;t have $400 to their name in case of an emergency?" Orman said, describing the financial situation of ordinary Americans as &#8220;really, really bad.&#8221;
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Although we often use the stock market to measure <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/06/39565555/suze-orman-breaks-on-the-overall-economy-vs-an-individual-economy-says-on-an-individual-level-i-">economic health overall</a>, Orman emphasizes that it doesn't reliably tell us how the everyday American is doing. &#8220;On the whole, ordinary human beings in America today are living paycheck to paycheck and they&#8217;re not doing well at all," she explained.&nbsp;
As household debts rise and reliance on credit cards increases, it's clear that individuals may be in a deeper financial crisis. Last summer, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40420920/we-have-the-highest-credit-card-debt-in-the-history-of-earth-says-grant-cardone-america-needs-to">U.S. credit card debt</a> surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, a milestone that Orman pointed to as a symptom of a much larger issue.
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Even as some sectors of the economy show strength, Orman made it clear that inflation makes it difficult for most Americans to keep up. Wallace, taken aback by Orman's statistics, asked her to elaborate on what she described as a "financial pandemic."
"We're in a pandemic in that there isn't a financial vaccine to cure this," Orman explained, adding that the crisis won't be resolved by external forces. The only way forward, she argues, is for individuals to take responsibility for their financial well-being. "The government's not gonna save them. The economy is not gonna save them. They&#8217;re gonna have to be their own financial vaccine so to speak."
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Orman's stark warning reflects a growing disconnect between market performance and individual financial health. While stock market gains might boost portfolios for wealthier Americans, many face difficult choices, living paycheck to paycheck with little to no safety net.
A recent MarketWatch survey corroborates Orman, stating that nearly two-thirds of Americans feel like they are living paycheck to paycheck. The report statistics were pulled by nearly 48% of people earning $100,000 or more annually and 36% earning $200,000 or more.
In response to this crisis, Orman has cofounded SecureSave, a business that addresses one critical component of personal finance: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40531988/you-dont-need-emergency-savings-says-grant-cardone-claims-that-three-months-of-savings-in-case-o">emergency savings</a>. Through this business, Orman hopes to help people build a financial cushion that can protect them in times of need.
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"The goal of money is for you to be secure," Orman told Wallace. She explained that SecureSave partners with employers to allow workers to automatically save a portion of their paycheck, making it easier to build an emergency fund without thinking too much about it.
With the program, employees can save small amounts, such as $25 per paycheck, and some employers offer to match a portion of those contributions. &#8220;Within a year period of time, they have about $1,000,&#8221; Orman noted, adding that the goal isn't to amass large sums right away but rather to establish a savings habit that can lead to bigger habits like saving for retirement.
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These emergency savings accounts are FDIC-insured and employees can access the money whenever needed.&nbsp;
The stock market may be doing well, which is great for retirement and investment accounts, but many people don't have the basics of emergency savings. Orman's message is that security doesn't come from market gains – not that it can't help – but from building healthy financial habits like emergency savings that can provide stability in uncertain times.&nbsp;
If you're facing financial uncertainty and unsure where to start building security with your own finances, consider speaking with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-online-financial-advisors">financial advisor</a>. They will offer advice tailored to your unique situation and help you determine a plan that matches your financial goals. 
Editor&#8217;s note: This story has been updated with additional details. 
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Suze Orman Says The Personal Finance Of Americans Is 'Really, Really Bad' Even Though The Stock Market Is Doing Great

Some analysts think the market can't be timed. They think that it follows a &#8220;random walk.&#8221; These analysts are wrong.
Successful traders can identify important price levels. They know when a stock reaches one of them, there is a good chance the trend reverses. That's how they time the market and profit. An example of this can be seen on the chart of Southern Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SO#NYSE">SO</a>). This is why it is our<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day"> Stock of the Day.</a>
The $88.50 level has been important for Southern Company since early August. It was resistance then and now it's a support level.
In the stock market, price levels that were once resistance can turn into support levels. It is a common occurrence. There is a reason for this. It isn't &#8220;random,&#8221; it is because of market psychology.
There are traders and investors who thought selling their shares was a good idea when the price traded lower. But some of them thought they made a mistake when the stock broke the resistance and moved higher.
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Many of these remorseful sellers decide to buy their shares back, if they could get them for the same price they sold them at. As a result, when<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SO"> Southern</a> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SO">Company</a> reversed and got back to the level that had been resistance, they placed buy orders.
If there are enough of these buy orders, the level that was resistance can convert into a support level. As you can see on the chart, this was the case with the $88.50 level for Southern Company.
Successful traders know that markets are not random. Market moves are the result of investor and trader psychology. This psychology results in some price levels having more importance than others.
When a stock reaches one of them, savvy traders know there's a good chance the trend reverses. They also know there will be chances for low-risk trading opportunities.
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Stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data and surging oil prices are reshaping market expectations for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">Federal Reserve&#8217;s November meeting. </a>
Traders, who initially expected an aggressive 50-basis-point rate cut, are now opting on a smaller 25-basis-point move, with odds of a potential pause in the Fed&#8217;s easing cycle surging sharply in recent hours.
Following the 50-basis-point rate cut in September, a hold could be seen as an admission that the Fed may have been significantly wrong about the weakness in the U.S. labor market.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">A Surprising Economic Upswing</h1>
The U.S. economy continues to defy predictions of a slowdown. 
In September, the U.S. economy added a staggering 254,000 nonfarm payrolls, far exceeding forecasts of 140,000 and the 12-month average of 200,000. The unemployment rate fell unexpectedly to 4.1%, and wage growth accelerated, beating economists' expectations across the board. These factors are making it harder for the Fed to justify additional aggressive cuts in the short term.
Adding fuel to the fire, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically. 
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, fueled by Iran&#8217;s missile attacks and the threat of Israeli retaliation, has sent oil prices skyrocketing by over 11% in just five days, with West Texas Intermediate crude breaking through $77 per barrel. 
This surge in energy prices has pushed inflationary pressures higher, pushing traders to contemplate the option of a hold in interest rates.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Traders Eye Bets On Fed Holding Rates</h1>
With the economy firing on all cylinders and inflation risks rising, traders have now priced out the probability of a 50-basis-point cut in December, and attention has shifted to whether the Fed will hold rates steady in November.
Market-implied probabilities of a hold have jumped to 14%, up from just 2% on Friday and 0% the previous week, according to the CME FedWatch tool.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Market Implied Probabilities For November Federal Reserve Meeting</h1>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Data: CME FedWatch as of Oct. 7, 2024 at 3.00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
This shift in expectations pushed 10-year bond yields back above the 4% mark — hardly what investors usually see in a rate-cut environment. On Monday, the U.S. Treasury 10-Year Note ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTEN#NYSE">UTEN</a>) dropped 0.4%, marking its fourth consecutive negative session.
Bank of America economist Aditya Bhave said, &#8220;The data flow since the Fed&#8217;s 50bp September cut has been remarkably strong. Another 50bp cut isn't warranted.&#8221; He added that the bank now expects the Fed to adopt a more gradual approach, cutting rates by 25 basis points per meeting until March 2025.
&#8220;Right now, a series of more modest 25 basis point cuts would serve to help normalize conditions based on the latest data without getting too aggressive. I'm still concerned that falling rates while the economy is still in good shape runs the risk of another round of inflation,&#8221; said analyst Michael Gayed, CFA.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Veteran Investor Outlines 12 Reasons Why The Fed Should Keep Rates On Hold</h1>
Veteran Wall Street investor Ed Yardeni outlined in a post on Monday 12 reasons why the Fed should pause rate cuts in November:
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<li>The U.S. economy didn't need September's 50bps cut, as proven by the latest employment and PMI data.</li>
<li>Fed officials may regret cutting by 50bps in September and should now hold steady to evaluate further data.</li>
<li>Rising bond yields since the September cut suggest the easing wasn't necessary and could fuel stronger growth.</li>
<li>Further cuts could trigger a stock market &#8220;meltup,&#8221; as valuations are already nearing 1990s levels.</li>
<li>Geopolitical risks in the Middle East have pushed oil prices higher, raising stagflation concerns reminiscent of the 1970s.</li>
<li>Hurricane Helene&#8217;s aftermath could stimulate inflationary pressures due to rebuilding efforts.</li>
<li>The recent dockworkers' pay settlement may increase import costs and fuel wage inflation.</li>
<li>Both U.S. presidential candidates propose fiscal programs that could widen the federal deficit and be inflationary.</li>
<li>China's economic stimulus is driving up global commodity prices, adding to inflationary risks.</li>
<li>Further rate cuts could weaken the dollar, potentially exacerbating inflation.</li>
<li>Core inflation remains above the Fed's 2% target, with "supercore" inflation stuck above 3%.</li>
<li>The real neutral Fed Funds rate could be higher than the Fed estimates, suggesting a nominal neutral rate closer to 4.0%.</li>
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The Company promptly took steps to shut down the unauthorized access, notified the third party its systems had been compromised, launched an investigation, and implemented counter measures intended to safeguard the Company&rsquo;s information technology assets and operations.
ADT has hired leading third-party cybersecurity experts to assist with the Company&rsquo;s response to the incident, and is working closely with federal law enforcement. The Company is also cooperating closely with its third-party business partner to address the incident.
The Company believes the unauthorized actor exfiltrated certain encrypted internal ADT data associated with employee user accounts during the intrusion.

ADT Says Recently Became Aware Of Unauthorized Activity On Its Network; Says It Does Not Believe Customers' Personal Information Has Been Exfiltrated - Filing

Quanta Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PWR#NYSE">PWR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 14.24% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.94%. Currently, Quanta Services has a market capitalization of $45.31 billion. 
Buying $1000 In PWR: If an investor had bought $1000 of PWR stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $9,840.32 today based on a price of $307.51 for PWR at the time of writing.
<h3>Quanta Services's Performance Over Last 10 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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth $9,800 Today

Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 6.66% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.36%. Currently, Salesforce has a market capitalization of $272.05 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CRM: If an investor had bought $1000 of CRM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,346.05 today based on a price of $284.57 for CRM at the time of writing.
<h3>Salesforce's Performance Over Last 10 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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Rosenblatt analyst Blair Abernethy maintains Cadence Design Sys (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) with a Neutral and maintains $280 price target.

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Hemp companies in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/new-jersey-cannabis">New Jersey</a> have filed a lawsuit challenging the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40845389/nj-governor-signs-bill-tightening-rules-on-hemp-industry-stakeholders-protest-big-alcohol-celebr">newly signed regulation</a> that limits the sale of hemp derived products like Delta-8 THC.
Arguing that the new regulations effectively criminalize hemp, the plaintiffs say hemp is federally legal under the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39783607/how-hemp-became-americas-loophole-for-legal-highs"> 2018 Farm Bill</a>, and that New Jersey&#8217;s regulations will force many of them out of business.
In the lawsuit, they also argue that vague terms in the law make compliance difficult. They are seeking a federal court's intervention before the October 12 deadline, when all hemp products must be pulled from shelves.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New Jersey's Defense Of The Law</h3>
In response, New Jersey's state attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, defending the law as a necessary public health measure, <a href="https://newjerseymonitor.com/2024/10/04/state-urges-judge-to-reject-lawsuit-about-new-hemp-regulations/#:~:text=New%20Jersey%20is%20arguing%20that,aimed%20at%20blocking%20the%20law.">reported</a> New Jersey Monitor. 
The argument by the government says that the&nbsp;2018 Farm Bill&nbsp;allows for state-level regulations that aim to address the risks posed by&nbsp;psychoactive hemp products. 
The state's filing emphasized concerns over the health and safety of minors, citing data that shows 11% of high school seniors had used Delta-8 THC in 2023.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New Hemp Law's Restrictions And Impact</h3>
In a written statement, Governor Phil Murphy acknowledged the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40845389/nj-governor-signs-bill-tightening-rules-on-hemp-industry-stakeholders-protest-big-alcohol-celebr">law's vagueness</a> but said public safety concerns were paramount.
Signed into law by Murphy, the new hemp regulation bans the sale of intoxicating hemp products. This is unless the seller holds a cannabis or alcohol license.
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Overseen by the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC), the law aims to curb access to products like THC-infused beverages and Delta-8 THC. However, it also benefits the alcohol industry.
Similar arguments regarding adverse effects on minor have been waved in other states to prevent hemp-derived products from circulating.
In <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40945349/cannabis-companies-have-missouris-governor-beat-hemp-thc-products-sales-resume-as-stricter-contr">Missouri</a>, Maryland and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/41012794/gov-newsoms-hemp-ban-goes-into-effect-consequences-for-industry-investors-patients">California</a>, similar regulations as those imposed sin New Jersey have faced or are currently facing legal disputes. 
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Jones Trading analyst Matthew Erdner initiates coverage on ACRES Commercial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACR#NYSE">ACR</a>) with a Hold rating.

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Canaccord Genuity analyst Susan Anderson maintains Helen Of Troy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HELE#NASDAQ">HELE</a>) with a Buy and maintains $84 price target.

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Rubicon Organics (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBTCW#OTC">RBTCW</a>) has released its 2023&nbsp;Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, which demonstrates significant progress by the company in reducing its environmental footprint.
The cannabis company, known for its organic certified products, is one of the few in the industry to publish a comprehensive sustainability report, reflecting the growing importance of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/climate-change">climate action</a>&nbsp;across sectors.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Carbon Footprint Slashed By 48%</h3>
The 2023 ESG Report showcases <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40397166/rubicons-revenue-grows-profit-margins-shrink-in-q2-whats-next-for-this-canadian-cannabis-company">Rubicon's</a> success in cutting its&nbsp;carbon emissions by 48%, down to&nbsp;2,064 tons. This reduction is largely attributed to a major energy shift through a&nbsp;BC Hydro site upgrade, enabling Rubicon to use cleaner, renewable energy sources.
"We believe we are establishing industry benchmarks and building a robust and resilient cannabis industry in Canada," said Rubicon's CEO Margaret Brodie.
The report also highlights improvements in waste management, with a&nbsp;66% landfill waste diversion rate&nbsp;achieved through recycling, composting, and biofuel repurposing initiatives. These activities also helped reduce the cannabis carbon footprint generated during 2023.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cannabis Footprint And ESG Reports </h3>
Although infrequent, reporting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/sustainability">sustainability</a> achievements like Rubicon's is becoming more common. As industries face mounting pressure to address&nbsp;climate change&nbsp;and corporate responsibility, the trend is for customers to value the efforts made by companies to diminish the environmental impacts of their activity.
While still relatively rare in the cannabis sector, the trend is gaining momentum globally.
Insights from the <a href="https://jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s42238-021-00090-0">scientific paper</a> "A Narrative Review on Environmental Impacts of Cannabis Cultivation" by environmentalists Zhonghua Zheng, Kelsey Fiddes and Liangcheng Yang help frame Rubicon's progress. The review noted that cannabis cultivation is notoriously <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/23/04/31620821/the-environmental-impact-of-cannabis-sustainable-growth-or-eco-disaster">resource-intensive</a>, with significant water use and greenhouse gas emissions tied to indoor growing operations.
Related to this, Rubicon's reductions in natural gas usage are vital to the mitigation of the environmental impact of indoor cannabis production.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Diversity-Minded Company</h3>
Beyond carbon reduction, Rubicon had a 6% increase in employee count, ending 2023 with 178 workers. The company hired 65 new employees.
For the second year in a row, Rubicon reduced its&nbsp;employee turnover, down to&nbsp;32%&nbsp;from 43% in 2022. The company maintained its focus on diversity, with&nbsp;83%&nbsp;of the workforce belonging to underrepresented groups.
On the equity front, the&nbsp;gender wage gap&nbsp;favored women, with female employees earning&nbsp;33% more than men, while the company&#8217;s&nbsp;CEO pay ratio&nbsp;decreased to&nbsp;14.4:1&nbsp;from&nbsp;28.5:1&nbsp;in 2022.
If you&#8217;re curious about the report, which is the 4th put out by the company, you can download it <a href="https://www.rubiconorganics.com/our-business/esg-reporting/">here</a>.
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Beverage and food giant PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) could provide an insight on shoppers' habits in the face of rising costs at the grocery store when third-quarter financial results are reported Tuesday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">before market open</a>.
Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect PepsiCo to report third-quarter revenue of $23.83 billion, up from $22.32 billion in last year's third quarter, according to data <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent100724&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro</a>.
The company has beaten analyst estimates for revenue in eight of the last 10 quarters, but missed estimates in two of the last three quarters.
Analysts expect the company to report third-quarter earnings per share of $2.29, up from last year's $2.25. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in more than 10 straight quarters.
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Key Items to Watch: Ahead of PepsiCo's third-quarter financial results, several analysts have updated their price targets. Here are<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PEP/analyst-ratings"> recent analyst ratings </a>on PepsiCo and their respective price targets:
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<li>RBC Capital: Maintained Sector Perform rating, lowered price target from $177 to $176</li>
<li>Barclays: Maintained Overweight rating, lowered price target from $187 to $186</li>
<li>JPMorgan: Maintained Neutral rating, raised price target from $182 to $185</li>
<li>Bank of America: Maintained Buy rating, lowered price target from $190 to $185</li>
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PepsiCo's report could provide a gauge of consumer spending, with a strong market share for both beverages and snack foods.
The company said it faced a difficult performance for North America convenient foods in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39725480/pepsicos-q2-performance-annual-outlook-underwhelms-investors-stock-slides">second quarter</a>, which will likely be closely monitored.
Pepsi also recently announced the acquisition of tortilla chip maker Siete Foods <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41118083/pepsico-eyes-tortilla-maker-siete-foods-in-1b-deal-report">for $1.2 billion.</a> The acquisition could bolster Pepsi&#8217;s presence in the healthier snack market and may prompt analysts to question whether further acquisitions are on the horizon.
The beverage and food giant could also update guidance for the full year and share how the Siete acquisition could impact revenue and earnings in the future.
PEP Price Action: PepsiCo stock is down 0.6% to $166.93 on Monday, versus a 52-week trading range of $157.43 to $183.79. Pepsi stock is down 3.4% year-to-date in 2024.
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Tigress Financial analyst Ivan Feinseth maintains Carnival (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $25 to $28.

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One of the world's largest insurance companies seemingly ended its coverage of the Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) Cybertruck, before a clarification averted tensions between two of the most valuable companies run by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/10/41196469/musk-vs-buffett-which-investor-do-benzinga-readers-trust-to-turn-1-000-into-100-000-faster">two of the richest people</a>.
What Happened: According to a <a href="https://www.torquenews.com/11826/geico-terminating-insurance-coverage-tesla-cybertrucks-says-type-vehicle-doesnt-meet-our">report </a>from Torque News, Geico dropped the Tesla Cybertruck from its coverage.
Geico is owned by Warren Buffett&#8216;s Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>).
Robert Stevenson, who owns a Cybertruck, shared on social media platform X that GEICO told him they can no longer insure his Cybertruck.
"It makes no sense, as there are other, riskier cars out there. Let me know if you recommend any insurer for the truck. I have eight cards with an amazing record. I will be canceling my entire Geico policy," Stevenson tweeted.
Stevenson shared a letter from Geico, which appears to state that the Cybertruck insurance policy had been terminated.
"After a careful review of your policy records, we have determined that we are unable to continue your insurance coverage for the 2024 TESLA CYBERTRUCK," the letter says.
The letter goes on to say that the Cybertruck "type of vehicle doesn't meet our underwriting guidelines."
The Cybertruck is unique for its eccentric, stainless steel design. It also has other features that make it stand out from other pickup trucks and electric vehicles (EVs).
Torque News lists several reasons why the Cybertruck could be riskier than other vehicles to insure, with the high cost and wait time perhaps the biggest issue.
A Geico spokesperson <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/7/24264330/geico-insurance-coverage-cybertruck-cancelled-dropped-policy">responded </a>to The Verge and clarified that the company &#8220;has coverage available nationwide for the Tesla Cybertruck.&#8221;
Geico is third in U.S. vehicle automotive insurance market share (12.3%), according <a href="https://content.naic.org/sites/default/files/research-actuarial-property-casualty-market-share.pdf">to</a> the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. It trails State Farm (18.3%) and Progressive (15.2%)
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Why It's Important: Geico&#8217;s comments and the fact that Stevenson's tweet has been deleted could point to a potential misunderstanding, or that some facts were left out of the storyline.
Still, this isn't the first time that Cybertruck owners have reported struggling with getting insurance policies for the electric pickup truck.
And while Buffett has butted heads with Tesla CEO Elon Musk in the past, the 94-year-old investor has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/22/04/26775738/lot-of-companies-make-cars-but-you-have-to-make-cars-that-people-want-warren-buffett-on-elon-musk-an-1">praised Musk in past interviews</a>.
Speculation could continue that Geico is looking to minimize risk with Tesla vehicles in the future based on Buffett's comments<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38633307/warren-buffett-comments-on-whether-elon-musks-fsd-will-impact-berkshires-auto-insurance-business"> earlier this year</a> at the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting.
An investor of Tesla and Berkshire Hathaway asked Buffett about the risks of full self-driving (FSD) on insurance companies.
Buffett said that lower accident rates are good for society and could be bad for insurance companies based on volume.
"You know, good for society is what we're looking for," Buffett said.
The billionaire said that if accident rates decline, insurance policies could get cheaper for consumers.
Tesla began Cybertruck <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/23/11/36032944/cybertruck-delivery-event-elon-musk-highlights-teslas-best-product-says-finally-the">deliveries last November</a>. Since then, the truck has become a staple of the Tesla EV lineup.
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On Monday, a U.S. District judge ordered Alphabet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) to open its Google Play Store to competitors, making it easier for developers of mobile app stores to compete on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/10/41124211/epic-games-starts-a-new-battle-with-google-and-samsung">Android phones and tablets.&nbsp;</a>
The Details: Judge James Donato issued his final ruling in Epic v. Google, ordering Google to distribute third-party app stores within the Google Play Store. The judge also ruled Google must give third-party app stores access to the full catalog of Google Play apps and allow developers to link to app downloads outside of the Play Store. 
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Google was also ordered to stop requiring Google Play billing for apps distributed on the Google Play Store and to allow developers to inform users about alternative payment methods from with the Play Store. 
What Else: The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is expected to file a high-level framework for potential remedies on Tuesday in its separate search distribution trial against Google. 
JP Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41211507/doj-to-file-remedies-framework-against-google-jp-morgan-sees-alphabet-eps-to-drop-1">expects the DOJ to present</a> a broad and punitive set of potential remedies that could include the separation of Android and Chrome and/or the separation of Google Search ads from Google. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Will GOOG Stock Go Up?</h1>
When trying to assess whether or not Alphabet will trade higher from current levels, it's a good idea to take a look at analyst forecasts. 
Wall Street analysts have an average 12-month price target of $203.40 on Alphabet. The Street high target is currently at $220 and the Street low target is $185. Of all the analysts covering Alphabet, four have positive ratings, one has neutral ratings and no one has negative ratings.
In the last month, three analysts have adjusted price targets. Here's a look at recent price target changes <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GOOG/analyst-ratings">[Analyst Ratings]</a>. Benzinga also tracks Wall Street's most accurate analysts. Check out how analysts covering Alphabet have performed in recent history.
Stocks don't move in a straight line. The average stock market return is approximately 10% per year. Alphabet is 17.79% up year-to-date. The average analyst price target suggests the stock could have further upside ahead.
For a broad overview of everything you need to know about Alphabet, visit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GOOG">here</a>. If you want to go above and beyond, there's no better tool to help you do just that than <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. Start your free trial today.
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A trio of biotech companies' shares rose on Friday in their first trading sessions. Bicara Therapeutics, MBX Biosciences, and Zenas BioPharma each sold more shares in their respective initial public offerings than they had planned.

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It was a quiet week for biotech news in the Chinese market. Here is a brief overview of the notable events that occurred during this time. Zenas BioPharma staged a rare US biopharma IPO worth $259 million to complete development of its product.

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Shares of StandardAero jumped 36% in the company's trading debut as the aircraft maintenance services provider raised $1.44 billion in its IPO. Additionally, Chain Bridge Bancorp opened on Oct. 5 at $22.

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