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The fund is an actively-managed exchange-traded fund (ETF) that will invest under normal circumstances primarily (at least 80% of its assets) in domestic and foreign equity securities of companies that are relevant to the funds investment theme of next generation internet. Under normal circumstances, substantially all of the funds assets will be invested in equity securities, including common stocks, partnership interests, business trust shares and other equity investments or ownership interests in business enterprises. The fund is non-diversified.

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<a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/starmer-woos-global-investors-at?r=3nmatg">British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled</a> that he wants to <a href="https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/10/14/Starmer-pledges-red-tape-bonfire/8461728902034/">attract billions of pounds of investments</a> during his speech at a UK investment summit on Monday.&nbsp;
The inaugural International Investment Summit in London secured <a href="https://x.com/RachelReevesMP/status/1845867474161397762"> £63 billion in investments and nearly 38,000 in jobs</a>, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves posted on X.
The one-day summit underscored the efforts that Starmer is undertaking to revive the country's economy. <a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/europeancapitalinsights/p/british-gdp-growth-wont-offset-borrowing?r=3nmatg&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web">UK GDP grew at 0.2% in August after flatlining in June and July</a>.
Starmer <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-international-investment-summit-speech-14-october-2024">told 300 executives</a> that his government would &#8220;rip out the bureaucracy that blocks investment" by slashing red tape.&nbsp;
&#8220;Private sector investment is the way we rebuild our country and pay our way in the world," he said. "Make no mistake, this is a great moment to back Britain."
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UK's Foreign Direct Investments, Source: <a href="https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/nationalaccounts/balanceofpayments/bulletins/foreigndirectinvestmentinvolvingukcompanies/2022">Office for National Statistics</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-left">UK Summit Attracts US Data Center Providers</h3>
US firms CyrusOne, ServiceNow, Cloud HQ and CoreWeave announced as part of the summit that <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tech-secretary-welcomes-foreign-investment-in-uk-data-centres-which-will-spur-economic-growth-and-ai-innovation-in-britain">they would invest a total of £6.3 billion </a>in the country&#8217;s data infrastructure. That takes the total investment in UK data centers to over £25 billion since this government took office.
British Technology Secretary Peter Kyle welcomed the ‘vote of confidence' in Britain. 
&#8220;Tech leaders from all over the world are seeing Britain as the best place to invest with a thriving and stable market for data centers and&nbsp;AI&nbsp;development.&#8221;&nbsp;
ServiceNow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) plans to invest £1.15 billion into its UK business over the next 5 years.
&#8220;AI-powered transformation is a generational opportunity,&#8221; ServiceNow Chairman and&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Bill McDermott<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tech-secretary-welcomes-foreign-investment-in-uk-data-centres-which-will-spur-economic-growth-and-ai-innovation-in-britain"> said</a>. &#8220;ServiceNow's investment will accelerate the UK's innovation blueprint.&#8221;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">UK Summit Secures Investments</h3>
Labour said ahead of the summit that it has secured "<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-investment-deals-set-to-be-announced-at-governments-inaugural-international-investment-summit-as-pm-vows-to-remove-needless-regulation-declar">tens of billions worth of investments</a> within 100 days of being in office." That included more than £24 billion worth of investment in clean energy projects.
Spain's Iberdrola (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBDRY#OTC">IBDRY</a>), one of the <a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/europeancapitalinsights/p/european-energy-under-threat-from?r=lo563&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web">biggest energy companies in Europe</a>, doubled its investment in the UK to £24 billion. Denmark's Orsted (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOGEF#OTC">DOGEF</a>) unlocked £8bn and GreenVolt £2.5bn of investment in offshore wind farms.&nbsp;
But confidence in the economy has been hurt by social tensions around illegal immigration and uncertainty about the upcoming budget. An escalation in <a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/europeancapitalinsights/p/geopolitical-risks-may-be-biggest?r=lo563&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web">geopolitical tensions in the Middle East</a> has undermined sentiment.
Starmer's and Reeve's popularity has fallen steeply since they won elections in July. In September, consumer confidence crashed by the most in two-and-a-half years.&nbsp;
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/uk-ftse-100">FTSE 100</a> traded flat after Starmer's speech. <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/united-kingdom/calendar">With UK jobs data due</a> out Tuesday and&nbsp; inflation on Wednesday, markets focused on <a href="https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/live/ftse-100-live-european-stock-markets-wall-street-082512903.html">key economic data</a>.
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FTSE 100 Performance Year-to-date, Source: TradingView
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">UK Summit Gets Support From Banks</h3>
Ahead of the UK summit, some of the world's biggest banks and companies offered an upbeat message. In a letter to The Times, five of the world's biggest banks joined private ­equity firms, insurers and tech giants to say it was "<a href="https://www.thetimes.com/article/89afda46-2ced-481c-b4a0-0da65d2a6a1e?shareToken=206261895595c2ed7be6fe2d7796544e">time to invest in Britain</a>."
<a href="https://www.thetimes.com/article/89afda46-2ced-481c-b4a0-0da65d2a6a1e?shareToken=206261895595c2ed7be6fe2d7796544e">The 14 signatories</a> include JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Citigroup and UBS. Insurers Aviva and L&amp;G signed the letter, alongside private equity firms including Blackstone and KKR.
They pointed to stability, universities, legal expertise and financial services already providing the "bedrock of a strong investment proposition." Growth in the technology and energy sectors had "further enhanced Britain's position."
Confirmed speakers included Ruth Porat, President &amp; Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and David A. Ricks Chair and CEO of Eli Lilly. Alex Kendall, CEO of Wayve, and Pushmeet Kohli Vice President of Research at <a href="https://widgets.benzinga.com/topic/deepmind">Google DeepMind</a>, were confirmed to attend.
Some participants, though, expressed frustration about the <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/14/uk-international-investment-summit-labour-woos-new-business-to-britain.html">lack of information surrounding the summit</a>, CNBC reported. Many multinational executives and tech leaders declined to attend or weren't invited. The Financial Times partly attributed the summit&#8217;s turnout to <a href="https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20241014-starmer-vows-to-cut-red-tape-as-he-urges-foreign-investors-to-back-uk">concerns over its &#8220;quality and organization</a>."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">UK Summit Undermined By Musk Controversy</h3>
Critics have also questioned the Labour Party's decision not to invite billionaire Elon Musk to the UK summit.&nbsp;
"Extraordinary failure by the UK government to exclude @elonmusk&nbsp; from the UK Business Summit," James McMurdock, a Reform UK MP, wrote on X. "His absence is a blow to Britain's future and growth potential. We should be engaging with global innovators, not sidelining them."
Technology Secretary <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/peter-kyle">Peter Kyle</a> denied Musk had been snubbed. But British Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds failed to provide a clear answer as to why Musk wasn't invited.
"I am not going to comment on the reasons for any specific person," he said during an interview on SkyNews. "If people have an investment proposition for the UK, I will talk to them about it."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Musk Hits Back After UK Submit Snub</h3>
Musk hit back after not being invited. &#8220;I don't think anyone should go to the UK when they're releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts,&#8221; Musk posted on X.
He was apparently referring to the <a href="https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/uknews/britain-hosts-an-international-investment-summit-and-denies-snubbing-elon-musk/ar-AA1seBzA">government's decision to release hundreds of inmates</a> — though not sex offenders — early because of overcrowded prisons, the Independent reported.
Musk has clashed with British officials about their crackdown on free speech.&nbsp;
The tech billionaire posted a comment on X saying that "Civil war is inevitable" in the UK.&nbsp;
Justice Minister Heidi Alexander said that using language such as "civil war" was unacceptable.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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While &quot;the trend is your friend&quot; when it comes to short-term investing or trading, timing entries into the trend is a key determinant of success. And increasing the odds of success by making sure the sustainability of a trend isn&#39;t easy.
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(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/brc#NYSE">BRC</a>) is one of them. Here are the key reasons why this stock is a solid choice for &quot;trend&quot; investing.
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Legendary investor Warren Buffett has built Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) into one of the most valuable companies in the world through a series of acquisitions and investments over the years, making the man known as the &#8220;Oracle of Omaha&#8221; one of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/movers-shakers/21/08/17298128/warren-buffett-turns-91-a-highlight-for-each-decade-of-his-life-1">most followed stock pickers.</a>
Buffett&#8217;s investments have paid off, with Berkshire Hathaway recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/08/40604676/warren-buffetts-berkshire-hathaway-breaks-1-trillion-poll-points-to-big-pharma-not-tech-as-next-cont">joining the $1 trillion</a> market capitalization club. Investors who bought Berkshire Hathaway shares or followed Buffett's stock picks have done quite well over the years.
One area where following Buffett wouldn&#8217;t have paid off for investors is cryptocurrency.
What Happened: Leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) hit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/03/37498047/exclusive-bitcoin-hits-new-all-time-high-heres-when-benzinga-readers-think-100k-milestone-">new all-time highs </a>of $73,750.07 in March.
While Bitcoin is down from all-time highs, the leading cryptocurrency is up 42.8% year-to-date in 2024 and up over 130% in the last year, moves celebrated by the crypto community.
One person likely not celebrating the move is Buffett, who is among<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/04/26538722/warren-buffett-is-bitcoin-enemy-no-1-a-sociopathic-grandpa-from-omaha-says-peter-thiel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;the leading vocal critics&nbsp;</a>of the cryptocurrency sector.
Buffett&#8217;s bearish take on Bitcoin led him to previously be labeled as Bitcoin&#8217;s enemy number one by entrepreneur Peter Thiel.
In January 2018, Buffett warned investors about investing in cryptocurrency.
&#8220;In terms of cryptocurrencies, generally, I can say with almost certainty that they come with a bad ending,&#8221; Buffett said at the time. &#8220;If I could buy a five-year put on every one of the cryptocurrencies, I&#8217;d be glad to do it but I would never short a dime&#8217;s worth.&#8221;
A few months later, Buffett took his feelings on Bitcoin further during an interview with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2018/05/05/warren-buffett-says-bitcoin-is-probably-rat-poison-squared.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CNBC</a>.
Buffett also reiterated the thoughts of the late Berkshire Vice Chairman&nbsp;Charlie Munger&nbsp;that Bitcoin is &#8220;rat poison.&#8221; He later told CNBC anchor&nbsp;Becky Quick&nbsp;that cryptocurrency is &#8220;probably rat poison squared.&#8221;
The legendary investor has not bought cryptocurrencies directly and continues to speak out against the sector.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/05/27208096/warren-buffett-now-owns-bitcoin-heres-how-the-oracle-of-omaha-got-exposure-3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga previously reported</a>&nbsp;that Buffett and Berkshire are shareholders in&nbsp;Nu Holdings&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>), a crypto-friendly digital bank in Brazil. Nu Holdings has also launched several cryptocurrency products.
Nu Holdings also said previously it would allocate a portion of its cash to Bitcoin.
At the time of writing, Bitcoin has a market capitalization of $1.3 trillion. Berkshire Hathaway is valued at around $992 billion. Bitcoin is currently worth more than Buffett&#8217;s company.
Here&#8217;s a look at how investors in Bitcoin would have done since Buffett&#8217;s comments.
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Investing $1,000 in Bitcoin:&nbsp;While Buffett said he wouldn&#8217;t invest in Bitcoin and used the &#8220;rat poison squared&#8221; comparison, others may have disagreed and chosen to allocate a portion of their investments or holdings in the leading cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin traded between $9,695.12 and $9,964.50 on May 5, 2018 – the day of Buffett&#8217;s &#8220;rat poison squared&#8221; comment.
An investor could have purchased 0.1004 BTC at the coin&#8217;s high price of that day.
The $1,000 investment would be worth $6,600.38 today, based on a price of $65,740.81 for Bitcoin at the time of writing. This represents a return of 560.0% since Buffett&#8217;s comments.
For comparison, a $1,000 investment in Berkshire Hathaway could have bought 0.0034 BRK-A shares at the same time. The $1,000 investment would be worth $2,348.18 today, up 134.8%.
A $1,000 investment in the&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, could have bought 3.75 shares of the popular ETF at the time of Buffett&#8217;s comments. The $1,000 investment would be worth $2,192.06 today, up 119.2%.
As investors can see, Bitcoin has outperformed both the S&amp;P 500 and Berkshire Hathaway since Buffett&#8217;s now famous quote about the leading cryptocurrency.
Buffett has said he wouldn&#8217;t touch Bitcoin even if it hit $25 per coin. However, those who bought the apex crypto when the legendary investor made his statement would be glad that they did.
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Alphabet's <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/GOOGL.O">(GOOGL.O), opens new tab</a> Google said on Monday it signed the world's first corporate agreement to buy power from multiple small modular reactors as the technology company looks to meet electricity demand from artificial intelligence.
The agreement with Kairos Power aims to bring Kairos' first small modular reactor online by 2030, followed by additional deployments through 2035.
The companies did not reveal financial details of the agreement or where in the U.S. the plants would be built. Google said it has agreed to buy 500 megawatts of power from six to seven reactors, which is smaller than the output of today's nuclear reactors.
"We feel like nuclear can play an important role in helping to meet our demand ... cleanly in a way that's more around the clock," Michael Terrell, senior director for energy and climate at Google, told reporters on a call.
Technology firms have signed several recent agreements with nuclear power companies this year as artificial intelligence boosts power demand for the first time in decades.
In March, Amazon.com <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/AMZN.O">(AMZN.O), opens new tab</a> <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/talen-asks-us-regulators-reject-challenge-amazon-data-center-deal-2024-07-05/">purchased</a> a nuclear-powered datacenter from Talen Energy <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/TLN.O">(TLN.O), opens new tab</a>. Last month, Microsoft <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/MSFT.O">(MSFT.O), opens new tab</a> and Constellation Energy <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/CEG.O">(CEG.O), opens new tab</a> <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/constellation-inks-power-supply-deal-with-microsoft-2024-09-20/">signed a power deal</a> to help resurrect a unit of the Three Mile Island plant in Pennsylvania, the site of the worst U.S. nuclear accident in 1979.
U.S. data center power use is expected to roughly triple between 2023 and 2030 and will require about 47 gigawatts of new generation capacity, according to Goldman Sachs estimates, which assumed natural gas, wind and solar power would fill the gap.
The Google deal will depend on Kairos getting full permitting from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and local agencies.
Kairos late last year got a construction permit from the NRC to build a demonstration reactor in Tennessee. But Kairos needs design and construction permits from the NRC for the reactors in the deal announced on Monday.
Small modular reactors are intended to be smaller than today's reactors with components built in a factory, instead of onsite, to help cut construction costs.
Critics say SMRs will be expensive because they may not be able to achieve the economy of scale of larger plants. In addition, they will likely produce long-lasting nuclear waste for which the country does not yet have a final repository.
Google said by committing to a so-called order book framework with Kairos, instead of buying one reactor at a time, it is sending a demand signal to the market and making a long-term investment to speed development of SMRs.
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"We're confident that this novel approach is going to improve the prospects of our projects being delivered on cost and on schedule," said Mike Laufer, CEO and co-founder of Kairos.

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U.S. stocks traded higher toward the end of trading, with the S&amp;P 500 gaining around 0.8% on Monday.
The Dow traded up 0.53% to 43,092.98 while the NASDAQ rose 0.94% to 18,515.33. The S&amp;P 500 also rose, gaining, 0.82% to 5,862.96.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Information technology shares jumped by 1.4% on Monday.
In trading on Monday, energy shares fell by 0.1%.
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Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>) announced the release of its Truth+ streaming service on the web.
Truth+ streaming service's content ranges from entertainment, news and faith-based programming to documentaries and weather. Apart from the web, users can access it via an Android app.
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<li>Tevogen Bio Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TVGN#NASDAQ">TVGN</a>) shares shot up 161% to $0.9910. Tevogen Bio plans to share $1 billion + revenue potential of its pipeline portfolio beginning week of Oct. 14.</li>
<li>Shares of Verb Technology Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VERB#NASDAQ">VERB</a>) got a boost, surging 70% to $13.40 after the CEO, in a letter to shareholders, highlighted the company's cash balance and implied the stock is undervalued. CEO Rory J. Cutaia started off the letter to shareholders highlighting key pieces of financial data related to Verb. Specifically, Cutaia highlighted the company's market cap of $3.8 million as October 10 and its cash balance of $17.2 million as of the its last Form 10-Q filing.</li>
<li>Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBPH#NASDAQ">LBPH</a>) shares were also up, gaining 51% to $58.83 after the company announced it will be acquired by Lundbeck.</li>
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<li>Molecular Templates, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTEM#NASDAQ">MTEM</a>) shares dropped 75% to $0.3749 after the company announced it approved the liquidation and wind-up of the company.</li>
<li>Shares of Standard Lithium Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLI#NYSE">SLI</a>) were down 15% to $2.0450. The commodity has been weighed down this year by an oversupply.</li>
<li>Vicinity Motor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEV#NASDAQ">VEV</a>) was down, falling 34% to $0.0778 after the company announced it has not been successful renegotiating terms with Royal Bank of Canada or Export Development Canada.</li>
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Commodities In commodity news, oil traded down 1.8% to $74.18 while gold traded down 0.4% at $2,666.00.
Silver traded down 1.2% to $31.36 on Monday, while copper fell 2.3% to $4.3920.
Euro zone
European shares closed higher today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 gained 0.53%, Germany's DAX gained 0.69% and France's CAC 40 rose 0.32%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index rose 1.12%, while London's FTSE 100 rose 0.47%.
Asia Pacific Markets
Asian markets closed mostly higher on Monday, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling 0.75%, China's Shanghai Composite Index gaining 2.07% and India's BSE Sensex gaining 0.73%.
Economics
No major economic reports are scheduled for release today.
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Ethereum Classic (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/etc/usd">ETC</a>) is trading higher by 5.17% to $19.49 Monday afternoon amid a broader surge in the cryptocurrency market, notably in Bitcoin and Ethereum <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41313376/bitcoin-closes-in-on-65k-as-etfs-see-over-400m-in-net-inflows">exchange-traded funds (ETFs)</a>.
This uptick follows last week's political developments in the U.S., where a perceived shift toward Republican leadership—considered more crypto-friendly—boosted inflows into Bitcoin and Ethereum-related products, totaling $407 million.
What&#8217;s Happening: The primary catalyst behind this surge was the U.S. vice presidential debate, where subsequent polling indicated growing support for the Republican Party. This political environment, perceived as favorable to cryptocurrency adoption and regulation, overshadowed macroeconomic factors, according to analysts. 
While Bitcoin and Ethereum were the main beneficiaries, Ethereum Classic has also gained traction as investors seek exposure to the broader blockchain space beyond the top two digital assets.
Ethereum Classic, an altcoin that shares its origins with Ethereum but exists on a separate chain due to a hard fork in 2016, has historically benefited during periods of heightened interest in its larger counterparts.
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The reasoning is clear: when Bitcoin and Ethereum see significant inflows and price increases, alternative cryptocurrencies like ETC often rally due to speculative interest, portfolio diversification, and renewed attention on projects with lower market capitalizations.
What Else: The spillover effect from Bitcoin&#8217;s $419 million inflows and Ethereum&#8217;s smaller but significant participation, even amid its own outflows, has lifted sentiment across the altcoin market. 
Ethereum Classic, as a lower-cost alternative with strong historical ties to Ethereum, has attracted new buyers. This is especially true for investors seeking cheaper entry points in the evolving crypto market.
Additionally, the rise in blockchain equity ETFs, which saw their largest weekly inflows of the year at $34 million, further signals renewed optimism across the broader crypto ecosystem.
Investors are betting on long-term growth and development in blockchain technology, and Ethereum Classic, with its emphasis on immutability and decentralization, remains a key player in this narrative.
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$ETC

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Most of us have heard the dictum &quot;the trend is your friend.&quot; And this is undeniably the key to success when it comes to short-term investing or trading. But it isn&#39;t easy to ensure the sustainability of a trend and profit from it.
Often, the direction of a stock&#39;s price movement reverses quickly after taking a position in it, making investors incur a short-term capital loss. So, it&#39;s important to ensure that there are enough factors -- such as sound fundamentals, positive earnings estimate revisions, etc. -- that could keep the momentum in the stock going.
Investors looking to make a profit from stocks that are currently on the move may find our &quot;Recent Price Strength&quot; screen pretty useful. This predefined screen comes handy in spotting stocks that are on an uptrend backed by strength in their fundamentals, and trading in the upper portion of their 52-week high-low range, which is usually an indicator of bullishness.
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(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/elvn#NASDAQ">ELVN</a>) is one of the several suitable candidates that passed through the screen. Here are the key reasons why it could be a profitable bet for &quot;trend&quot; investors.
A solid price increase over a period of 12 weeks reflects investors&#39; continued willingness to pay more for the potential upside in a stock. ELVN is quite a good fit in this regard, gaining 26.8% over this period.
However, it&#39;s not enough to look at the price change for around three months, as it doesn&#39;t reflect any trend reversal that might have happened in a shorter time frame. It&#39;s important for a potential winner to maintain the price trend. A price increase of 25.1% over the past four weeks ensures that the trend is still in place for the stock of this company.
Moreover, ELVN is currently trading at 96.2% of its 52-week High-Low Range, hinting that it can be on the verge of a breakout.
Looking at the fundamentals, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), which means it is in the top 20% of more than the 4,000 stocks that we rank based on trends in earnings estimate revisions and EPS surprises -- the key factors that impact a stock&#39;s near-term price movements.
The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates to classify stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988.
Another factor that confirms the company&#39;s fundamental strength is its Average Broker Recommendation of #1 (Strong Buy). This indicates that the brokerage community is highly optimistic about the stock&#39;s near-term price performance.
So, the price trend in ELVN may not reverse anytime soon.
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Over the past 24 hours, BNB's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>) price has risen 3.56% to $588.4. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 3.0% gain, moving from $571.9 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $717.48. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for BNB over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
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BNB's trading volume has climbed 17.0% over the past week, moving in tandem, directionally, with the overall circulating supply of the coin, which has increased 0.05%. This brings the circulating supply to 145.89 million, which makes up an estimated 72.94% of its max supply of 200.00 million. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for BNB is #4 at $85.84 billion.
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On-chain analytics data Lookonchain highlighted a crypto whale's 4,000% return on an investment in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41318708/memecoin-supercycle-analyst-shares-his-top-10-meme-picks-one-is-a-pre-pump-shiba-inu">SPX6900 meme coin. </a>
What Happened: The trader initially <a href="https://x.com/lookonchain/status/1845665350349918278">spent</a> $161,000 to purchase 7.79 million SPX two months ago. The trader has sold 638,000 SPX, earning $562,000 at $0.88 per SPX, leaving 7.15 million SPX worth $6 million. 
The trader&#8217;s total profit is $6.4 million, a 40x return on their initial investment. Over the past seven days, SPX is up 85.8% gains. The meme coin has surged 2,829.5% over the past month.
This significant return on investment underscores the potential profitability of strategic trading in the volatile cryptocurrency market. The investor&#8217;s strategy of buying low and selling high has paid off handsomely.
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Why It Matters: The success of this whale investor could inspire other traders to adopt similar strategies, potentially leading to increased market activity and volatility. However, it&#8217;s important to note that such high returns are not guaranteed and investing in cryptocurrencies carries significant risk.
Crypto trader Murad pulled off a similar feat, having <a href="https://x.com/followin_io/status/1845019760502907034">purchased</a> SPX four months ago for a 7,900% return to date. He purchased 10.25 million SPX at an average price of around $0.0096, worth $98,000.
Based on current prices, Murad's holdings are worth around $7.89 million with an unrealized profit of around $7.79 million. The meme coin's valuation currently stands at $753.9 million, up from around $25 million a month ago.
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Over the past 24 hours, NEAR Protocol's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/near/usd">NEAR</a>) price has risen 9.25% to $5.01. This is contrary to its negative trend over the past week where it has experienced a 4.0% loss, moving from $5.21 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $20.44. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for NEAR Protocol over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
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The trading volume for the coin has tumbled 23.0% over the past week while the circulating supply of the coin has risen 9.97%. This brings the circulating supply to 1.21 billion. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for NEAR is #23 at $6.09 billion.
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Cryptocurrency NEAR Protocol Rises More Than 9% In 24 hours

Dogecoin's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) price has increased 4.98% over the past 24 hours to $0.11. Over the past week, DOGE has experienced an uptick of over 4.0%, moving from $0.11 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $0.73. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for Dogecoin over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932544_0.png" alt="price_chart" />
The trading volume for the coin has climbed 1.0% over the past week, moving opposite, directionally, with the overall circulating supply of the coin, which has decreased 0.2%. This brings the circulating supply to 146.30 billion. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for DOGE is #9 at $16.82 billion.
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Dogecoin's Price Increased More Than 4% Within 24 hours

Over the past 24 hours, XRP's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) price rose 4.14% to $0.55. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 1.0% gain, moving from $0.54 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $3.40. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for XRP over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932475_0.png" alt="price_chart" />
The trading volume for the coin has tumbled 5.0% over the past week while the circulating supply of the coin has risen 0.16%. This brings the circulating supply to 56.65 billion, which makes up an estimated 56.65% of its max supply of 100.00 billion. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for XRP is #7 at $31.01 billion.
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XRP's Price Increased More Than 4% Within 24 hours

In the preceding three months, 5 analysts have released ratings for Weatherford International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFRD#NASDAQ">WFRD</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving 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;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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;">1</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>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;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</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 Weatherford International, presenting an average target of $147.6, a high estimate of $165.00, and a low estimate of $130.00. A decline of 4.9% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932457_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Weatherford International 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>Saurabh Pant</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Gruber</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Rollyson</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$158.00</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Anderson</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kurt Hallead</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Weatherford International. This insight gives a snapshot of 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 Weatherford International compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Weatherford International'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 Weatherford International's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WFRD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Weatherford International analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Weatherford International's Background</h2>
Weatherford International provides diversified oilfield services across international markets for an array of oilfield types. The firm is a global market leader in artificial lift and tubular running services. Other key product lines include cementing products, directional drilling, and wireline evaluation.
<h3>Weatherford International: Financial Performance Dissected</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.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Weatherford International's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 10.28% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: Weatherford International's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 8.9%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Weatherford International's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 10.78%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Weatherford International's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.45%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Weatherford International's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.48.
<h2>What Are 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 enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Deep Dive Into Weatherford International Stock: Analyst Perspectives (5 Ratings)

In the last three months, 7 analysts have published ratings on AutoNation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AN#NYSE">AN</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives 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;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</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;">1</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;">1</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>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $197.43, with a high estimate of $220.00 and a low estimate of $160.00. Marking an increase of 12.39%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $175.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932449_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive AutoNation. The following summary outlines 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>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeff Lick</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rajat Gupta</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rajat Gupta</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$187.00</td>
<td>$164.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to AutoNation. This insight gives a snapshot of 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 AutoNation compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for AutoNation's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of AutoNation's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on AutoNation analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About AutoNation</h2>
AutoNation is the second largest automotive dealer in the United States, with 2023 revenue of about $27 billion and over 250 dealerships, plus 53 collision centers. The firm also has 23 AutoNation USA used-vehicle stores, a captive lender, four auction sites, and three parts distributors all across 21 states primarily in Sunbelt metropolitan areas. New-vehicle sales account for nearly half of revenue; the company also sells used vehicles, parts, and repair services as well as auto financing. The company (formerly Republic Industries) spun off its waste management unit (Republic Services) in 1999 and its car rental businesses (ANC Rental) in 2000. Wayne Huizenga founded the company in the 1990s to bring the rollup acquisition strategy to auto retailing, which has proved to be a smart move.
<h3>A Deep Dive into AutoNation's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: AutoNation's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -5.95%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: AutoNation's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.01%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): AutoNation's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 5.73%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): AutoNation's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.05%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 4.05.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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 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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Beyond The Numbers: 7 Analysts Discuss AutoNation Stock

Ratings for nVent Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>) were provided by 4 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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;">4</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>Last 30D</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>
<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;">1</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>2M Ago</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>
<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;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated nVent Electric and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $83.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $86.00 and a low estimate of $80.00. This current average represents a 2.35% decrease from the previous average price target of $85.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932437_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of nVent Electric 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.
<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>Jeffrey Hammond</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Hammond</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to nVent Electric. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of nVent Electric compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of nVent Electric'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 nVent Electric's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on nVent Electric analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About nVent Electric</h2>
nVent Electric PLC is a provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. The company segments include Enclosures, Thermal Management, and Electrical and Fastening Solutions. It generates maximum revenue from the Enclosures segment. The Enclosures segment provides inventive solutions that protect, connect, and manage heat in critical electronics, communication, control, and power equipment. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from North America. The company serves the Commercial and Residential, Energy, Industrial Solutions, and Infrastructure industries. Its products include Cabinets and Electronic Packaging, Electrical Fasteners, Hangers and Support, Concrete Reinforcing Steel Connections, Data Center and Networking Systems, and others.
<h3>nVent Electric: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: nVent Electric displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 9.63%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: nVent Electric's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 12.61%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): nVent Electric's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.42%. 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 1.8%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: nVent Electric's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.57, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
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4 Analysts Assess nVent Electric: What You Need To Know

In the latest quarter, 20 analysts provided ratings for BILL Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILL#NYSE">BILL</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<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;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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;">1</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;">0</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;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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 BILL Holdings, presenting an average target of $70.3, a high estimate of $100.00, and a low estimate of $45.00. This current average has decreased by 10.3% from the previous average price target of $78.37. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932428_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive BILL Holdings. The following summary outlines 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>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Poutrieux</td>
<td>Exane BNP Paribas</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Jester</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Levine</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Friedman</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sanjay Sakhrani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Vafi</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tien-Tsin Huang</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Friedman</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taylor McGinnis</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Wong</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<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 BILL Holdings. 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 BILL Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for BILL Holdings's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of BILL Holdings's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BILL/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on BILL Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know BILL Holdings Better</h2>
BILL Holdings Inc is a provider of software-as-a-service, cloud-based payments and spend and expense management products, which allow users to automate accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, enable businesses to easily connect with their suppliers or customers to do business, eliminate expense reports, manage cash flows and improve back office efficiency. Initial Public Offering and Follow-on Offering.
<h3>Financial Milestones: BILL Holdings's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, BILL Holdings showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 16.11% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: BILL Holdings's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.21% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.19%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): BILL Holdings's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.08%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: BILL Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.24, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
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BILL

The Analyst Landscape: 20 Takes On BILL Holdings

Zscaler's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NYSE">ZS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.49% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.85 million shares sold short, which is 5.19% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.51 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/">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>Zscaler Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728932425_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Zscaler 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 Zscaler'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>, Zscaler's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.70%, 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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