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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/reddit" rel="noreferrer noopener">Social media platform</a> Reddit Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>) reported service disruption on Monday morning.&nbsp;
The connection errors&nbsp;began at&nbsp;11:20 am ET, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://downdetector.com/status/reddit/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Downdetector</a>.
The number of users reporting issues peaked at more than 100,000 users worldwide, as per Downdetector.&nbsp;
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/04/44747892/amazon-wayfair-pinterest-win-analyst-backing-due-to-tariff-pause-supply-chain-relief-discretionary-spend-recovery" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon, Wayfair, Pinterest Win Analyst Backing Due To Tariff Pause, Supply Chain Relief, Discretionary Spend Recovery</a>
At 12:21 pm ET, Reddit status disclosed that all systems <a target="_blank" href="https://www.redditstatus.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener">were operational</a> and the outage was resolved.&nbsp;
Users faced issues globally across apps and websites.
In February, Reddit reported fourth-quarter revenue of $427.71 million, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate</a> of $405.26 million. Fourth-quarter earnings of 36 cents per share beat analyst estimates of 25 cents per share. Daily active unique (DAUq) users increased 39% year over year to 101.7 million.
Price Action: RDDT stock is down 4.66% at $91.80 at the 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>) plunged 6.1% to $10.90 during Monday&#8217;s session as rising political and economic uncertainty sparked a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44904179/wall-street-sinks-dollar-slides-as-trump-ramps-up-fed-attacks-whats-driving-markets-monday">broad selloff</a> in risk assets.
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/electric-vehicle">electric vehicle (EV)</a> maker, already grappling with a high cash burn and a competitive EV landscape, is particularly exposed to the Federal Reserve's policy indecision and evolving trade dynamics.
What To Know: Fed Chair Jerome Powell's recent remarks flagged a slowdown in economic growth and warned that new tariffs could trigger persistent inflation—just as Rivian faces higher input costs and slowing consumer demand. Powell also signaled no immediate rate cuts, undermining hopes for cheaper capital in a capital-intensive sector like EV manufacturing.
Compounding matters, President Donald Trump's vocal attacks on Powell and hints at possible dismissal have rattled investor confidence in U.S. monetary stability. 
Rivian, reliant on future borrowing and investment sentiment, is especially vulnerable to spikes in interest rates and dollar volatility.
With <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44904179/wall-street-sinks-dollar-slides-as-trump-ramps-up-fed-attacks-whats-driving-markets-monday">foreign investors</a> showing signs of retreat and long-term bond yields rising, Rivian's growth prospects appear increasingly fragile—fueling today's sharp selloff and renewed concerns over its long-term viability in an unsettled economic climate.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy RIVN Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Rivian Automotive&#8217;s case, it is in the Consumer Discretionary sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, RIVN has a 52-week high of $18.86 and a 52-week low of $8.32.

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MIND Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MIND#NASDAQ">MIND</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that MIND Technology will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.18.
The market awaits MIND Technology's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $2.74, leading to a 42.32% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at MIND Technology's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2025</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.13</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0.3</td>
<td>0.48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>2.87</td>
<td>-0.11</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>0.39</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>42.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>-20.0%</td>
<td>28.999999999999996%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262099_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking MIND Technology's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of MIND Technology were trading at $5.02 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 21.36%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MIND/earnings">To track all earnings releases for MIND Technology visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Earnings Preview For MIND Technology

Pathward Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASH#NASDAQ">CASH</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Pathward Financial will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.78. 
Investors in Pathward Financial are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.05, leading to a 1.43% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Pathward Financial's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.24</td>
<td>1.28</td>
<td>1.55</td>
<td>2.35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.29</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>1.66</td>
<td>2.56</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262084_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Pathward Financial were trading at $70.33 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 37.15%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CASH/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Pathward Financial visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Pathward Financial's Earnings Outlook

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</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 TSM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 122 uncommon options trades for Taiwan Semiconductor.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 48% bullish and 45%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 54 are puts, for a total amount of $4,389,324, and 68 are calls, for a total amount of $6,010,030.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $80.0 to $250.0 for Taiwan Semiconductor over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Taiwan Semiconductor'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 Taiwan Semiconductor's whale activity within a strike price range from $80.0 to $250.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Taiwan Semiconductor Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262082_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$68.25</td>
<td>$67.8</td>
<td>$67.8</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$671.2K</td>
<td>144</td>
<td align="right">99</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$39.05</td>
<td>$38.65</td>
<td>$38.7</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$340.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">126</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$319.6K</td>
<td>787</td>
<td align="right">701</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.93</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$296.8K</td>
<td>16.3K</td>
<td align="right">45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$12.35</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$290.6K</td>
<td>787</td>
<td align="right">439</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Taiwan Semiconductor</h3>
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is the world's largest dedicated chip foundry, with mid-60s market share in 2024. TSMC was founded in 1987 as a joint venture of Philips, the government of Taiwan, and private investors. It went public in Taiwan in 1994 and as an ADR in the US in 1997. TSMC's scale and high-quality technology allow the firm to generate solid operating margins, even in the highly competitive foundry business. Furthermore, the shift to the fabless business model has created tailwinds for TSMC. The foundry leader has an illustrious customer base, including Apple, AMD, and Nvidia, that looks to apply cutting-edge process technologies to its semiconductor designs. TSMC employs more than 73,000 people.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Taiwan Semiconductor, 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 Taiwan Semiconductor</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 10,054,962, the price of TSM is down by -2.94%, reaching $147.28.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 87 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Taiwan Semiconductor</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $230.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Needham has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $225. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for Taiwan Semiconductor, targeting a price of $215. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Susquehanna keeps a Positive rating on Taiwan Semiconductor with a target price of $250. 
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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on TSM Options

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Lululemon Athletica. Our analysis of options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) revealed 55 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 20% of traders were bullish, while 61% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 51 were puts, with a value of $2,021,145, and 4 were calls, valued at $912,954.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $155.0 and $380.0 for Lululemon Athletica, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Lululemon Athletica's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lululemon Athletica's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $155.0 to $380.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262076_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$746.2K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">751</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$17.25</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$258.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">204</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/25/25</td>
<td>$72.65</td>
<td>$68.9</td>
<td>$70.71</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$106.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$72.5</td>
<td>$69.85</td>
<td>$72.5</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$43.5K</td>
<td>272</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$106.6</td>
<td>$104.35</td>
<td>$106.15</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$42.4K</td>
<td>26</td>
<td align="right">42</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. The company offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. Lululemon also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. It sells its products through digital channels, a small number of wholesale partners, more than 760 company-owned stores in about two dozen countries in North America, Asia, and Western Europe, and about 40 franchised locations in the Middle East. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
In light of the recent options history for Lululemon Athletica, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 699,430, the price of LULU is down by -0.18%, reaching $250.62.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 44 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lululemon Athletica</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $367.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Equal-Weight rating on Lululemon Athletica, which currently sits at a price target of $309. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for Lululemon Athletica, targeting a price of $391. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Telsey Advisory Group keeps a Outperform rating on Lululemon Athletica with a target price of $385. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Lululemon Athletica, which currently sits at a price target of $353. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from B of A Securities keeps a Buy rating on Lululemon Athletica with a target price of $400. 
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Lululemon Athletica Unusual Options Activity

First Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRBA#NASDAQ">FRBA</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate First Bank to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.39.
The announcement from First Bank is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.03, which was followed by a 3.59% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at First Bank's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.39</td>
<td>0.40</td>
<td>0.40</td>
<td>0.42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.34</td>
<td>0.47</td>
<td>0.49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262075_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of First Bank Shares</h3>
Shares of First Bank were trading at $13.56 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 9.5%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FRBA/earnings">To track all earnings releases for First Bank visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

FRBA

A Glimpse of First Bank's Earnings Potential

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Workday.
Looking at options history for Workday (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 50% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 37% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $184,690 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $177,418.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $130.0 to $290.0 for Workday during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Workday's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Workday's significant trades, within a strike price range of $130.0 to $290.0, over the past month.
<h3>Workday Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262071_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDAY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$72.3K</td>
<td align="right">211</td>
<td align="right">57</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDAY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$222.50</td>
<td>$61.1K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDAY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$28.2</td>
<td>$27.6</td>
<td>$28.2</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$50.7K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDAY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$74.5</td>
<td>$73.8</td>
<td>$73.8</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$44.2K</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDAY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$40.0K</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Workday</h3>
Workday is a software company that offers human capital management, or HCM, financial management, and business planning solutions for enterprises. Known for being a cloud-only software provider, Workday was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Workday, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Workday</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 895,229, with WDAY's price down by -4.28%, positioned at $211.56.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 31 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Workday</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $276.0.
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Workday's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

PennyMac Mortgage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PMT#NYSE">PMT</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect PennyMac Mortgage to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.39.
PennyMac Mortgage bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.04, leading to a 5.51% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at PennyMac Mortgage's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.37</td>
<td>0.36</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>0.32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>0.36</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>0.39</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>6.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262067_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>PennyMac Mortgage Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of PennyMac Mortgage were trading at $12.99 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 8.09%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
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A Preview Of PennyMac Mortgage's Earnings

Hope Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOPE#NASDAQ">HOPE</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Hope Bancorp will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.19. 
Hope Bancorp bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.03, leading to a 4.41% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Hope Bancorp's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>0.22</td>
<td>0.22</td>
<td>0.26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.22</td>
<td>0.23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262059_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of Hope Bancorp's Stock</h3>
Shares of Hope Bancorp were trading at $9.52 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 13.59%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
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HOPE

Earnings Preview For Hope Bancorp

Ratings for Jamf Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAMF#NASDAQ">JAMF</a>) were provided by 10 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $18.6, a high estimate of $27.00, and a low estimate of $13.00. This current average has decreased by 9.0% from the previous average price target of $20.44. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262057_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Jamf Holding. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;------------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $13.00&#x7C;$16.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Samik Chatterjee &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $15.00&#x7C;$18.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Hamza Fodderwala &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $14.00&#x7C;$16.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Hamza Fodderwala &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $16.00&#x7C;$20.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joshua Reilly &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $25.00&#x7C;$25.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $16.00&#x7C;$17.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joey Marincek &#x7C;Citizens Capital Markets&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Outperform&#x7C; $27.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Hynes &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $19.00&#x7C;$21.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Hynes &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $21.00&#x7C;$21.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Samik Chatterjee &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $20.00&#x7C;- &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Jamf Holding. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Jamf Holding compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Jamf Holding's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Jamf Holding's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Jamf Holding</h2>
Jamf Holding Corp is the standard in Apple Enterprise Management, and its cloud software platform is the vertically focused Apple infrastructure and security platform. The company helps organizations, including businesses, hospitals, schools, and government agencies, connect, manage, and protect Apple products, apps, and corporate resources in the cloud without ever having to touch the devices. It sells its Software-as-a-Service, or SaaS, solutions via a subscription model, through a direct sales force, online, and indirectly via its channel partners, including Apple. The company operates in The Americas; Europe, the Middle East, India, and Africa; and Asia Pacific.
<h3>Financial Insights: Jamf Holding</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Jamf Holding's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 8.18%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Jamf Holding's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -10.08%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Jamf Holding's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -2.29%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of -1.04%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Jamf Holding's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.52, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
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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Analyst Ratings

JAMF

What Analysts Are Saying About Jamf Holding Stock

Analysts' ratings for Teradata (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDC#NYSE">TDC</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 5 analysts.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $29.0, a high estimate of $37.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. Experiencing a 12.65% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $33.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262049_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Teradata among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $22.00&#x7C;$25.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Matthew Hedberg &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $29.00&#x7C;$32.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Howard Ma &#x7C;Guggenheim &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $37.00&#x7C;$42.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Chirag Ved &#x7C;Evercore ISI Group &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$37.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $25.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Teradata. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Teradata compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Teradata's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Teradata's Background</h2>
Teradata Corp focused on helping organizations improve business performance, enrich customer experiences, and integrate data across the enterprise. The company's platform provides companies with Harmonized Data: Trusted AI: Teradata VantageCloud: Teradata VantageCore: ClearScape Analytics: and Query Grid. The company generates majority of revenue from the United States.
<h3>Teradata: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Challenges: Teradata's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -10.5%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Teradata's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 6.11%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 19.38%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Teradata's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.49% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Teradata's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 4.33. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Breaking Down Teradata: 5 Analysts Share Their Views

National Bank Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBHC#NYSE">NBHC</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect National Bank Holdings to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.75.
The announcement from National Bank Holdings is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.09, leading to a 3.03% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at National Bank Holdings's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>0.76</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.86</td>
<td>0.86</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>0.82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262047_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of National Bank Holdings Shares</h3>
Shares of National Bank Holdings were trading at $35.55 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 1.55%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
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A Peek at National Bank Holdings's Future Earnings

Talos Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TALO#NYSE">TALO</a>) has been analyzed by 6 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Talos Energy, presenting an average target of $13.67, a high estimate of $20.00, and a low estimate of $12.00. Experiencing a 12.26% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $15.58. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262042_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of Talos Energy by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tim Rezvan &#x7C;Keybanc &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $12.00&#x7C;$16.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Nitin Kumar &#x7C;Mizuho &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $12.00&#x7C;$15.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Jayaram &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $12.00&#x7C;$14.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Paul Diamond &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $12.00&#x7C;$14.50 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Jayaram &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $14.00&#x7C;$13.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Scialla &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $20.00&#x7C;$21.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Talos Energy. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Talos Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Talos Energy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Talos Energy's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Talos Energy Better</h2>
Talos Energy Inc is an independent oil and gas company predominantly involved in offshore exploration and production. The company has operations in the United States, the Gulf of Mexico, and offshore Mexico. The company's operating segments are; exploration and production of oil, natural gas and NGLs, and the CCS segment. The revenue is generated from the sale of oil, natural gas, and NGL quantities sold to purchasers.
<h3>Talos Energy: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Talos Energy's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 26.04%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Talos Energy's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -13.3%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -2.31%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.02%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Talos Energy's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.45, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</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.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Deep Dive Into Talos Energy Stock: Analyst Perspectives (6 Ratings)

Ratings for Dayforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAY#NYSE">DAY</a>) were provided by 9 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $75.0, along with a high estimate of $95.00 and a low estimate of $55.00. Highlighting a 10.0% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $83.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262034_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Dayforce. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $61.00&#x7C;$69.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arvind Ramnani &#x7C;Mizuho &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $80.00&#x7C;$95.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C; Allan Verkhovski &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $55.00&#x7C;$72.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brad Reback &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $85.00&#x7C;$90.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C; Allan Verkhovski &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $72.00&#x7C;$75.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Raimo Lenschow &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $69.00&#x7C;$80.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Scott Berg &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $95.00&#x7C;$95.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Samad Samana &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $75.00&#x7C;$80.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arvind Ramnani &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $83.00&#x7C;$94.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Dayforce. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Dayforce compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Dayforce's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Dayforce's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Dayforce Better</h2>
Dayforce provides payroll and human capital management solutions targeting clients with 100-100,000 employees. Following the 2012 acquisition of Dayforce, Dayforce pivoted away from its legacy on-premises Bureau business to become a cloud HCM provider. As of fiscal 2022, about 80% of group revenue was derived from the flagship Dayforce platform geared toward enterprise clients. The remaining revenue is about evenly split between cloud platform Powerpay, targeting small businesses in Canada, and legacy Bureau products.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Dayforce's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Dayforce's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 16.39%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Dayforce's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.32%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.42%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dayforce's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.13%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Dayforce's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.48.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
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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The Analyst Verdict: Dayforce In The Eyes Of 9 Experts

Elanco Animal Health's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELAN#NYSE">ELAN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 4.21% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 16.33 million shares sold short, which is 4.55% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.47 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Elanco Animal Health Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262029_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Elanco Animal 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 Elanco Animal 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://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Elanco Animal Health's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.85%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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What Does the Market Think About Elanco Animal Health?

Sun Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SUI#NYSE">SUI</a>) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Sun Communities, presenting an average target of $141.75, a high estimate of $150.00, and a low estimate of $135.00. A 0.64% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $142.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262027_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Sun Communities. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Aaron Hecht &#x7C;JMP Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Outperform&#x7C; $140.00&#x7C;$150.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Anthony Hau &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$142.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Abramowitz &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $150.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Anthony Hau &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $142.00&#x7C;$136.00 &#x7C;
<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 Sun Communities. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Sun Communities compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Sun Communities's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Sun Communities's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Sun Communities Better</h2>
Sun Communities is a residential REIT that focuses on owning manufactured housing, residential vehicle communities, and marinas. The company currently owns a portfolio of 645 properties, which includes 341 manufactured housing communities, 166 residential vehicle communities, and 138 marina properties. Sun targets owning properties that are desirable as second homes or vacation properties with nearly 50% of the portfolio located in either Florida or Michigan near major bodies of water.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Sun Communities</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Sun Communities's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 2.59% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Real Estate sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Sun Communities's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -30.08%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Sun Communities's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -3.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Sun Communities's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.32%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Sun Communities's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.04, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Carvana's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.54% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 7.99 million shares sold short, which is 6.83% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.51 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Carvana Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262024_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Carvana 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 Carvana's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Carvana's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.19%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Looking Into Carvana's Recent Short Interest

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 5 analysts have published ratings on Banner (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANR#NASDAQ">BANR</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $73.8, along with a high estimate of $82.00 and a low estimate of $65.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 2.89%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262020_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Banner's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;-----------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Terrell &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $73.00&#x7C;$73.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Feaster &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $65.00&#x7C;$77.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kelly Motta &#x7C;Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Perform &#x7C; $73.00&#x7C;$75.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Rulis &#x7C;DA Davidson &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $76.00&#x7C;$73.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Terrell &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $82.00&#x7C;$82.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Banner. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Banner compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Banner's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Banner's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BANR/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Banner analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Banner Better</h2>
Banner Corp is a bank holding company. It wholly owns one subsidiary bank, Banner Bank. The Bank's primary business is that of traditional banking institutions, accepting deposits and originating loans in locations surrounding its offices in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho and Utah. Banner Bank also actively participates in the secondary loan markets, engaging in mortgage banking operations largely through the origination and sale of one to four family residential loans.
<h3>Banner: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Banner's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.77%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Banner's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 28.61%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Banner's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.5%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Banner's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.28%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Banner's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.27, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Analyst Expectations For Banner's Future

In the current session, Ovintiv Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OVV#NYSE">OVV</a>) is trading at $33.06, after a 2.25% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 26.37%, and in the past year, by 38.89%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262019_0_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>How Does Ovintiv P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 27.12 in the Oil, Gas &amp; Consumable Fuels industry, Ovintiv Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 8.03. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745262019_1.png" alt="Guage" />

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

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