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ZenaTech Inc is a enterprise software technology company that specializes in mission-critical cloud-based applications integrated with smart hardware to deliver innovative solutions across diverse industries. The Company operates in software development technology, sales, and distribution. The Company is also developing a drone manufacturing, sales, and distribution business. The company operates in two segments which is software development technology, sales, and distribution, as well as drone manufacturing, sales, and distribution.

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Rent the Runway (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rent#NASDAQ">RENT</a>) is a micro-cap stock whose price target was recently updated by Jefferies. This signals that the name could have nearly triple-bagger upside. According to MT Newswires, analysts at Jefferies updated their price target for the firm on Sept. 6. That target now sits at $26 per share, while the company trades at $9.31 per share. This implies that the analyst believes shares could rise 180% from their current level.
To understand this lofty target, I&#39;ll examine the&nbsp;consumer discretionary firm&#39;s operations, competitors, and financial situation.
<h2>Rent the Runway Aims to Offer Customers an &quot;Unlimited Closet&quot;</h2>
Rent the Runway (RTR) is a fashion company with a unique business model. The company is a platform where customers can rent pieces of clothing. It specifically caters to women, allowing them to rent high-priced designer garments. This allows its customers to access these garments for a much lower price than having to buy them.
This opens up the world of designer clothing to many more people, allowing many users to split the cost of those garments. RTR points out that its average customer wears clothes worth 25 times more than what they pay in subscription fees for the service annually. The company aims to provide its customers with an &quot;unlimited closet&quot; as they can swap out their garments for other ones whenever they like. It generates revenue mostly through subscriptions to this service, which cost between $94 and $235 per month.
<h2>RTR: Improving Profitability Big Time, But a Massive Competitor Is Stealing Growth</h2>
Looking at the financials of Rent the Runway, it is a mixed bag. On the positive side, the company is becoming more profitable. The company has increased its gross margin by nearly 600 basis points since fiscal year 2021. Last quarter, its adjusted EBITDA margin was over 17%. That&#39;s a 700+ basis point increase from last year.
Additionally, its free cash flow has increased massively. The number through the first six months of 2024 sits at -$6 million, compared to -$30 million in the same 2023 period. The company says it expects to break even on cash flow in 2024.
Looking at cash flow is particularly important for a firm like RTR over net income, as product depreciation expense equals 21% of its revenue. Depreciation is a non-cash expense; it is an accounting expense. So, this isn&#39;t cash that the company is spending. The company deducts it from its net income but not its cash flow.
The ultimate goal of a business is to generate positive cash rather than a positive accounting profit, i.e., net income. A company&#39;s cash flow paints a better picture of its financial situation.
However, a big problem for RTR is the fact that its active subscribers are declining. The figure fell 3% year over year last quarter. Meanwhile, competitors like Nuuly saw active subscribers grow by 55% last quarter. Nuuly&#39;s average active subscribers now sit at over 250,000, nearly double that of RTR. This is despite the fact that the company has only been active for around five years versus 15 years for RTR.
This difference signals growth in this industry, but it&#39;s not going to RTR. This means that RTR&#39;s offerings are likely viewed as inferior to Nuuly&#39;s and do not give customers the items they want.
Nuuly, owned by the massive firm Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/urbn#NASDAQ">URBN</a>), enjoys a big advantage in acquiring a variety of clothing to offer customers. This is very difficult for the small RTR to compete with. This difference in being able to offer a wider variety of options is a likely source of Nuuly&#39;s superior growth. Nuuly also has a lower price point, offering more casual clothing that can appeal to a wider audience.
<h2>RTR&#39;s Rock-Bottom Valuation Sparks Wall Street Interest</h2>
Despite its issues, it&#39;s hard to dismiss RTR&#39;s extremely low valuation. It is trading at nearly one-tenth of its projected sales over the next twelve months. This is assuredly a big reason why some Wall Street analysts place such large price targets on the firm.
Its increasing profitability is great to see, but it likely needs to see growth reaccelerate before the market will give it any credit. If it can&#39;t, this indicates that RTR&#39;s offerings to customers have fundamental issues, and the company can&#39;t expect to succeed long term. Still, its valuation makes it an interesting name to watch if it can find a way to start growing again.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/analysts-see-180-upside-for-rent-the-runway-should-you-buy/">Analysts See 180% Upside for Rent the Runway: Should You Buy?</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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MicroCloud Hologram's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOLO#NYSE">HOLO</a>) short percent of float has risen 63.37% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.82 million shares sold short, which is 7.27% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>MicroCloud Hologram Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728324923_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for MicroCloud Hologram has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing MicroCloud Hologram's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, MicroCloud Hologram's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.93%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Heico's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEI#NYSE">HEI</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.17% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.92 million shares sold short, which is 4.26% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.17 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Heico Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Heico has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Heico's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Heico's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.75%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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CVS Health's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.12% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 17.40 million shares sold short, which is 1.38% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.02 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>CVS Health Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728324913_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for CVS Health has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing CVS Health's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, CVS Health's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.64%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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SKK Holdings Limited ("SKK" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKK#NASDAQ">SKK</a>), a civil engineering service provider that specializes in subsurface utility works in Singapore, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the "Offering") of an aggregate 2,500,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $4.00 per share for total gross proceeds of $10.0 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses. The Company is offering 1,750,000 ordinary shares and selling shareholders are offering an aggregate of 750,000 ordinary shares. The Company will not receive any proceeds from any sale of ordinary shares by the selling shareholders.
The ordinary shares are scheduled to begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on October 8, 2024, under the ticker symbol "SKK." The Offering is expected to close on or about October 9, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.
Bancroft Capital, LLC is acting as sole underwriter for the Offering. Troy Gould PC is acting as U.S. legal counsel to the Company, and Taft Stettinius &amp; Hollister LLP is acting as U.S. legal counsel to Bancroft Capital, LLC.

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AFC Gamma, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFCG#NASDAQ">AFCG</a>) announced on Monday that it has committed and funded $41 million to a senior secured credit facility a vertically integrated cannabis operator in Maryland.
The Florida-based company's move represents its second transaction with Story of Maryland, LLC.
Daniel Neville, CEO of AFC said that the company has exceeded its 2024 goal of $100 million in new originations. He called Story MD "a great example of the Cannabis 3.0 lending opportunities."
"This is a proven team that knows how to scale and operate in cannabis, and we couldn't be more excited to support their continued growth," Neville said.
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Story MD plans to use the proceeds from the credit facility to refinance existing debt and provide working capital.
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"This financing further strengthens Story's balance sheet by providing additional working capital and allows Story to fund additional growth initiatives," Jason Vedadi, CEO of Story Cannabis said. "Story is grateful to AFC for offering this opportunity, and Story looks forward to working together given AFC's proven track record and sophistication in the industry."
AFC said that it holds the entire credit facility for Story MD. It consists of a first-lien term loan secured by the borrower&#8217;s real property and the value of its cannabis licenses and operations in Maryland.
AFC is a commercial mortgage REIT specializing in loans to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40857847/cannabis-reit-giants-iipr-afc-gamma-announce-q3-dividends-historic-payouts-nearing-1b">state-compliant cannabis operators.</a>
Last month it announced its third-quarter dividend. The board declared a dividend of $0.33 per common share, payable on Oct. 15, 2024, to stockholders of record as of Sept. 30, 2024. The announcement marked AFC Gamma's first dividend post-spin-off.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">AFCG Price Action</h3>
AFC Gamma's shares traded 0.51% higher at $9.91 per share at the time of writing on Monday.

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The iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) has been on a bullish run, boasting a 25.16% gain year-to-date and a remarkable 45.12% rise over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SOXX/news">the past year</a>.
Tracking U.S.-listed semiconductor sector equities, the iShares Semiconductor ETF rode the surge in demand for AI, cloud computing and automotive technologies.
But as the industry faces ongoing geopolitical tension and supply chain disruptions, a looming technical indicator casts a shadow over its rally.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">SOXX Approaching A Death Cross: Should Investors Worry?</h1>
Despite its strong performance, the iShares Semiconductor ETF is flirting with a potential Death Cross — a bearish signal that occurs when a short-term moving average crosses below a long-term one.
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While the iShares Semiconductor ETF&#8217;s share price currently sits at $231.08, well above its five-, 20-, and 50-day exponential moving averages, it's teetering dangerously close to its 200-day SMA at $221.20.
This suggests that while the ETF remains technically bullish, buying pressure could taper off if global market conditions worsen. 
The current Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) reading of 1.87 supports the bullish trend, yet the Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 55.43, and rising, indicates potentially overbought conditions coming up, which would hint at a possible correction.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Semiconductor Surge: Powered By AI, Cloud, Automotive Demand</h1>
Sales in the semiconductor industry have seen a sharp recovery, jumping 20.6% year-over-year in August. Export controls and geopolitical tensions — particularly around U.S.-China relations — still pose challenges.
The CHIPs Act in the U.S. and parallel efforts in Europe and China are intensifying the global race for semiconductor dominance.
As the iShares Semiconductor ETF edges closer to a Death Cross, investors may need to brace for potential volatility despite the ETF's robust recent gains.
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Last week, the FDA approved&nbsp;Bristol Myers Squibb&nbsp;&amp; Co&#8217;s&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) Cobenfy (xanomeline and trospium chloride, KarXT), an oral medication for&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41073709/absence-of-black-box-warning-for-bristol-myers-schizophrenia-treatment-could-enhanc" rel="noreferrer noopener">schizophrenia in adults</a>.
Analysts at investment bank EF Hutton says, &#8220;This bodes well for Reviva&#8217;s Brilaroxazine, a multi-receptor-targeting antipsychotic that primarily focuses on serotonin (5-HT2A, 5-HT7), dopamine (D2, D3), and adrenergic receptors.&#8221;
Reviva Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVPH#NASDAQ">RVPH</a>) pipeline currently includes two drug candidates, brilaroxazine (RP5063) and RP1208.
Last month, Reviva Pharmaceuticals released new vocal biomarker data from the Phase 3 RECOVER trial of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/g40770844/reviva-announces-new-vocal-biomarker-data-from-phase-3-recover-trial-of-brilaroxazine-in-schizophr" rel="noreferrer noopener">brilaroxazine in schizophrenia</a>.
Brilaroxazine demonstrated a strong efficacy for negative symptoms and other key symptoms of schizophrenia, such as total and positive symptoms, disorganization, and social functioning in the pivotal phase 3 RECOVER trial in schizophrenia.
The analyst notes that while Cobenfy primarily acts as a dopamine D2 partial agonist with limited serotonin receptor involvement, Brilaroxazine targets a broader range of receptors. This expanded activity could have a wider therapeutic impact, especially on cognitive symptoms.
The analyst further highlights that both Cobenfy and Brilaroxazine are effective in addressing the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia. However, Brilaroxazine&#8217;s action on the 5-HT7 receptor, which plays a crucial role in cognition, may offer added benefits in cognitive enhancement.
In terms of side effects, Cobenfy presents a more typical profile for second-generation antipsychotics, including risks of weight gain and metabolic issues. Brilaroxazine, on the other hand, is being developed to mitigate these metabolic concerns and minimize movement-related side effects.
The analyst concludes that Cobenfy and Brilaroxazine take distinct paths in treating schizophrenia. Both therapies offer value in the treatment landscape, but Brilaroxazine&#8217;s potential cognitive advantages and improved metabolic profile could give it an edge upon approval.
Price Action: Reviva Pharmaceuticals stock is down 4.8% at $1.19 at last check Monday.
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Shares of Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rivn#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) fell 3.2% to $10.44 after it announced third-quarter 2024 production and delivery results and lowered its 2024 production guidance. The electric vehicle maker produced 13,157 vehicles at its manufacturing facility in Normal, IL, down from 16,304 units in the same quarter of 2023.
It delivered 10,018 vehicles, down from 15,564 units in the same period last year. Deliveries also missed expectations. FactSet&#39;s compiled analyst estimates anticipated third-quarter deliveries of 13,000 vehicles.
The company is facing production issues due to a component shortage on the R1 and RCV platforms. The supply shortage, which started in the third quarter, has worsened in recent weeks. As a result, Rivian now expects its annual vehicle production in the range of 47,000-49,000 units, down from the previous projection of 57,000 units. However, it maintains its annual delivery estimate in the range of 50,500-52,000 vehicles.
In June, Rivian announced a $5 billion joint venture with Volkswagen AG (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vwagy#OTC">VWAGY</a>), a global automotive giant. The collaboration will focus on software and electrical architecture design and development. However, the partnership will not cover battery technology, propulsion systems, high-voltage platforms, or autonomous driving. Per the JV, Volkswagen will initially invest $1 billion, followed by an additional $4 billion. Rivian anticipates finalizing the JV in the fourth quarter.
<h2>RIVN Applies for Federal Loan to Fund Factory Construction</h2>
The EV maker has applied for a federal loan to help fund the construction of an EV factory in Georgia, per a filing with the U.S. Department of Energy. Although Rivian has submitted the application, the department has not made a final call and the filing did not specify the loan amount or terms.
The factory is expected to begin partial operations in the third quarter of 2027, with full operation of its first production capacity block by 2028. Rivian had paused construction of the $5 billion Georgia plant to expedite the production of vehicles on the R2 midsize platform and to conserve cash. To save $2.25 billion and boost production, Rivian shifted manufacturing of the R2 midsize SUV, which will compete with Tesla&#39;s Model Y, to its Illinois facility. The production of R2 is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Rivian had secured $827 million in incentives from the State of Illinois to expand its Normal facility, where it also produces electric delivery vans for Amazon. In 2022, the company secured $1.5 billion in state and local incentives for the Georgia plant.
<h2>Rivian&#39;s Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h2>
RIVN currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the auto space are Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/blbd#NASDAQ">BLBD</a>) and BYD Company Limited (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>), each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BLBD&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 17.58% and 215.89%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have improved by 65 cents and 80 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BYDDY&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 21.88% and 17.12%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have each improved by a penny in the past 30 days.
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Goldman Sachs analyst Bonnie Herzog lowered Procter &amp; Gamble Company&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pg/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter estimates to reflect softer end markets</a>.
Consequently, the analyst cut the price target to $164 (from $165), with a Neutral rating.
The analyst writes that while scanner trends show resilience for the company and continued growth in the U.S., challenges in international markets like the Middle East and China may offset this.
The analyst anticipates no recovery for SK-II until late 2024, when negative sentiment toward Japanese brands begins to ease.
Herzog is lowering first-quarter estimates, expecting organic sales growth of around 2%, which is expected to be mostly neutralized by FX translation headwinds, leading to flat net sales growth for the quarter.
Moreover, the analyst anticipates slight gross margin expansion supporting 4.7% year-over-year EPS growth to $1.91, down from $1.96 earlier.
The analyst says that due to challenges in Procter &amp; Gamble&#8217;s end markets and a slowdown to 2% growth in fourth-quarter, investor expectations have shifted to the lower end of PG&#8217;s FY25 organic sales growth guidance of 3%-5% (vs. GS/consensus estimates of 3.5% and 3.6%).
Coupled with productivity gains, this should yield over 5% EPS CAGR from FY24 to FY27, slightly below the previous 6.5% CAGR, adds the analyst.
Overall, the analyst remains cautious about the stock, especially as PG's organic sales growth has decelerated over the past few quarters while trading at elevated multiples.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYK#NYSE">IYK</a>) and Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDC#NYSE">VDC</a>)
Price Action: PG shares are down 0.93% at $167.31 at the last check Monday.
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Wall Street started the week in the red, as traders weighed the economic and geopolitical fallout from escalating <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/middle-east">tensions in the Middle East.</a>
Monday marked the one-year anniversary of Hamas&#8217; Oct. 7 attack, which triggered the ongoing war in Gaza. The situation is now threatening to spread across the region as Israel considers retaliating for last week&#8217;s missile attacks by Iran.
By 1:00 p.m. EST, the major indices were modestly lower, with the S&amp;P 500 down 0.5% and the Dow Jones off by 0.7%. The Nasdaq 100 also slid 0.5%. The energy sector was the only bright spot, buoyed by surging oil prices.
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude, as tracked by the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>), jumped over 3%, climbing to $77 per barrel. This rally marked its fifth consecutive session of gains, fueled by concerns that Israel may retaliate against Iran, a key oil producer, for its involvement in regional conflicts.
Last week&#8217;s blowout U.S. labor market data, coupled with rising oil prices and fresh stimulus measures out of China, pushed 10-year Treasury yields above 4%, setting the stage for the highest levels since late July. Investors appear increasingly wary of long-duration bonds, sending the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) down 0.6%, extending its losing streak to four sessions.
Market sentiment around the Federal Reserve&#8217;s upcoming policy decisions has also shifted. The probability of the Fed refraining from cutting interest rates next month has dropped to just 17%, according to the CME FedWatch Tool,
Rising yields weighed heavily on metals, with gold down 0.4% to $2,645 per ounce and silver dropping 1.3%. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) gained 1.4%, trading at $63,682.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>Chg %</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,724.31</td>
<td>-0.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,930.58</td>
<td>-0.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,059.07</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,191.35</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent100724&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data: 
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;edged down 0.5% to $570.38.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.7% to $420.90.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) fell 0.5% to $485.21.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) tumbled 0.8% to $218.77.</li>
<li>The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) outperformed, up 0.8%. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 1.7%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) rallied 14% after the company announced that it is currently shipping more than 100,000 graphics processors per quarter and unveiled a new suite of liquid cooling products.</li>
<li>Everest Group Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EG#NYSE">EG</a>) plummeted over 8% after Morgan Stanley lowered its price target from $450 to $430.</li>
<li>Constellation Brands Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STZ#NYSE">STZ</a>) fell nearly 2% after Bank of America downgraded the stock from Outperform to Neutral and lowered the price target from $300 to $255. </li>
<li>Bank of America also downgraded several healthcare stocks including Concentra Group Holding Parent Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CON#NYSE">CON</a>), down 4.6%, AMN Healthcare Services Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMN#NYSE">AMN</a>), down 1.9%, Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKD#NYSE">BKD</a>), down 6%, and U.S. Physical Therapy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USPH#NYSE">USPH</a>), down 2.5%. </li>
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During the last three months, 4 analysts shared their evaluations of Vista Outdoor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSTO#NYSE">VSTO</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Vista Outdoor, presenting an average target of $41.25, a high estimate of $43.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. Observing a 1.43% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $40.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728324062_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Vista Outdoor by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matt Koranda</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Wold</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rommel Dionisio</td>
<td>Aegis Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Smith</td>
<td>Lake Street</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Vista Outdoor. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Vista Outdoor compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Vista Outdoor's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Vista Outdoor's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VSTO/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Vista Outdoor analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Vista Outdoor Better</h2>
Vista Outdoor Inc designs, develops, and manufactures outdoor sports and recreation products, and is domiciled in the United States. The company operates through the following reportable segments: the Kinetic Group, Revelyst Outdoor Performance, Revelyst Adventure Sports, and Revelyst Precision Sports Technology. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its Kinetic Group segment which consists of its ammunition brands and provides ammunition used for training, hunting, target shooting, and personal protection.
<h3>Vista Outdoor: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Vista Outdoor faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -7.09% in revenue growth as of 30 June, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Vista Outdoor's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 8.87%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.94%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Vista Outdoor's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.4%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Vista Outdoor's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.63.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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