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BofA Securities analyst Andrew Obin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/industrials-sector" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hosted investor meetings</a> at the Paris Air Show with Honeywell International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), Eaton Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>), Parker-Hannifin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PH#NYSE">PH</a>), Ametek Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AME#NYSE">AME</a>), and ITT Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITT#NYSE">ITT</a>).
All the companies the analyst met with were bullish on increased defense momentum, particularly in Europe.
He said companies were broadly constructive on the cycle from both an original equipment ramp standpoint and sustained aftermarket momentum, with many citing a boost from retrofits, modifications, and upgrades (RMU).
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Obin said that conversations focused on sources of outgrowth and margin expansion (on margin, particularly for Parker-Hannifin and Eaton).
According to the analyst, original equipment pricing is clearly a lever for certain companies, including Eaton and ITT.
Obin maintained Buy ratings on Honeywell, Parker-Hannifin, Eaton Corp, Ametek and ITT.
Honeywell: Obin noted that the industry outlook supports Honeywell&#8217;s medium-term target for mid-to-high single-digit aerospace industry growth. 
The analyst noted that the aftermarket is the key area to enable outgrowth relative to the market. The company is sticking with its framework on margins (e.g., long-term 29% aerospace margins) but being conservative near-term. Investors are prioritizing growth over margins, as per Obin.
Eaton Corp.: The analyst&#8217;s meeting with Eaton focused on the company&#8217;s margin expansion targets, accelerating military spending and sources of commercial outgrowth. 
Volume leverage and original equipment (OE) pricing are likely the key enablers to reach 27% aerospace margins by 2030E (versus 23% in 2024), Obin said. 
The company has expanded its aerospace portfolio from historical hydraulics and fuel systems with recent acquisitions, and the recent Ultra deal adds more complementary technologies and increases military exposure, he noted.
Parker-Hannifin: Obin noted after the meeting that Parker-Hannifin is confident in its margin trajectory into fiscal 2026 and beyond and that aerospace should continue to be a source of outperformance versus the market and peers. 
In the near term, macro seems stable without an inflection or deterioration in the industrial environment, as per the analyst. On the margin, he noted that the M&amp;A environment remains tight with challenging valuations.
Ametek: Obin noted that Ametek is very bullish on increased military spending in Europe and may add capacity in Eastern Europe in the long term (more brownfield than greenfield facilities). It has a relatively balanced portfolio between aftermarket and OE. 
The analyst said the defense part of the business has grown faster in recent years on a relative basis. By end market, he estimated roughly 60% of the company is defense, 10% business and general aviation, and air transport. Obin noted that Ametek is well-positioned to capitalize on increased defense budgets. He was impressed by the company&#8217;s flexible business model, which gives unit leaders control over their P&amp;Ls, as demonstrated in his meeting.
ITT: Obin noted OE is a larger portion of ITT&#8217;s business. The business is split between interior (e.g., hydraulics for seats) and control surfaces as the two main pieces, as per the analyst. He said the control surfaces are more comparable to Parker-Hannifin and Eaton&#8217;s businesses. 
Obin added that interior demand is driven by the refresh cycle, and control surface demand is driven by flight hours. He said the company is very bullish on military spending. 
On Commercial OE, ITT is slowly seeing Boeing orders return after a period of destocking and expects more regularity in the third or fourth quarter, the analyst said.
Obin said that the aero business is getting increased capital within ITT (e.g., the recent kSaria acquisition). The analyst noted that once the price increases roll through, this should yield a fairly immediate impact on Boeing&#8217;s business price or margins, which are $10 million per quarter. ITT expects price increases to be a large margin driver in the future for this segment, he said. Obin added that ITT continues to demonstrate the class&#8217;s best culture and operating system.
Price Actions: Honeywell stock was trading lower by 0.36% to $221.08, Eaton stock is down 0.87% at $331.95, Parker-Hannifin stock is down 0.17% at $651.15, Ametek was down 0.56% at $176.76, and ITT stock was down 0.36% at $150.12 on Friday at publication.
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With the S&amp;P 500 Index meandering along at a 1.69% year-to-date return, you can't fault investors looking for some juice out of their portfolios at the mid-point of 2025.
One way to increase your portfolio&#8217;s profit potential is to look for undervalued stocks that aren't generating headlines or creating buzz on Reddit but are showing signs of popping in the second half of 2025.
Undervalued stocks are securities that trade below their assumed value.
That low price may be justified, as a low stock price doesn&#8217;t guarantee a future rebound if the underlying business doesn&#8217;t improve.
"Yet companies with strong net margins, low earnings multiples (relative to price), and clean balance sheets are more likely to be resilient and do well through downturns," said Dan Buckley, chief analyst at DayTrading.com
Buckley points to one underdog stock that made it big: Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>).
"Look at Advanced Micro Devices, which for years was a distant second to Intel in the semiconductor industry," he said. "10 years ago, it commonly traded at around a market cap of only $3 billion, and now it's over $200 billion."
Buckley noted that AMD&#8217;s resurgence was driven by a strategic pivot under CEO Lisa Su. The company focused on high-performance computing and consistently delivered innovative, powerful chips that won significant market share.
"This turnaround shows how strong leadership and a clear, forward-looking strategy can transform an underperforming company into a market leader," Buckley said.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3 Potential Underdog Stocks for 2025</h2>
Benzinga canvassed several market mavens this week and asked them for potential powerhouse underdog stocks waiting for their chance to howl – here's what they had to say.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Centene</h3>
Year-to-Date Performance: -8.96% as of June 20, 2025
Benzinga Value Rating: 73.05
Brian Krawez, CFA and president of Scharf Investments, LLC, likes Centene (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNC#NYSE">CNC</a>), a healthcare enterprise company.
"CNC is one of our favorite under-the-radar stocks," Krawez said. 
Centene is a health insurance managed care organization (MCO) focusing on the Medicaid, Medicare, and ACA Marketplace programs. Founded in 1984, Centene is the top player in Medicaid and Marketplace and now has 28 million members across the US.
"It collects premiums from the health plan sponsors and contracts with the providers to pay for care services that its members use," he noted.
Over the past 10 years, CNC has grown revenue by +26% CAGR and adjusted accordingly. EPS stands at plus-20% CAGR, driven by a steady Medicaid program expansion. "Recently, earnings growth has slowed due to post-COVID Medicaid redetermination and elevated member care utilization rates," Krawez added. "But as the states update the price reimbursement to reflect this increased member utilization level, we expect CNC to return to a more normalized margin."
Krawez believes that in the long haul, Medicaid will continue to grow at its historical rate of 5%-7 %, which would be good news for CNC shareholders. "It's the largest player in the space and should continue to leverage its scale and expertise in steering care to the most efficient place and grow earnings double-digits," he said. &#8220;In addition, management is a good capital allocator and has been aggressively buying back stock, signaling their confidence in the company's prospects."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wendy's</h3>
Year-to-Date Performance: -30.49%
Benzinga Value Rating: 40.88
Buckley's favorite underdog stock is the iconic fast-food chain, Wendy&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>).
"Wendy's has strong brand recognition, a quality P/E ratio (12x) in an otherwise relatively expensive market, and consistent dividend payments (around a 5% yield)," Buckley said. "Yet it's currently overshadowed by current market pressures."
Additionally, the company&#8217;s digital growth and international expansion represent "compelling long-term value" that the market might be underappreciating, he added. "Many consumers are also highly value-conscious, which can support Wendy&#8217;s growth as it competes on affordability." 
Pivoting to a more efficient digital operation should help Wendy&#8217;s, too.
"While the fast-food industry faces challenges with reduced foot traffic, Wendy&#8217;s focus on meal deals and growing its digital and delivery platforms caters directly to current consumer preferences for convenience and value," he added.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Eli Lilly</h3>
Year-to-Date Performance: 1.69%
Benzinga Quality Rating: 89.63
Chad Harmer, chief investment officer, founder, and financial planner at Harmer Wealth Management Corp. favors Eli Lilly (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) as its underdog play in 2025.
"Major advancements in Eli's Obesity and Diabetes drugs like Mounjaro set the company up incredibly well for growth in the current market," Harmer said. "Moving forward, Eli is incredibly well-positioned to benefit from the aging population with Alzheimer&#8217;s therapies like Donanemab, bone health and osteoporosis treatments like Forteo, and an expanded pipeline in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, all conditions prevalent in older age groups."
Harmer says, like with all of the above stocks, investors have to tread cautiously when vetting underdog stocks.
"Watch out for the ‘Value Trap,&#8217;" he added. "Stocks that seem cheap or undervalued need to be carefully investigated to ensure business fundamentals, management, and growth projections remain strong."
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JP Morgan analyst Bill Peterson visited Lithium Americas Corp.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAC#NYSE">LAC</a>) Tech Center and Thacker Pass sites in Nevada earlier this week and met with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAC/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">management and key project leaders</a>.
Peterson noted that construction is underway at the Tech Center and Thacker Pass sites, with mechanical completion targeted for late 2027 and full Phase 1 output expected within 6 to 12 months after that.
Monthly spending of $50 million–$70 million continues as Lithium Americas works through the loan process of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), which requires the company to use up its existing cash and funds from General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Orion first, the analyst writes.
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Parallel efforts are ongoing with the DOE, focusing on daily operations and getting ready for the first loan advance, still anticipated in the third quarter of 2025.
Bechtel and Sawtooth Mining workers were seen on-site continuing preparation work, and project team members noted a sharp uptick in activity since late last year.
Around 60% of detailed engineering is now complete, and concrete has been poured. Steel deliveries are expected in August, with installation set for late August or September, a key milestone.
The team remains focused on staying within budget and ramping Phase 1 while preserving flexibility for future phases. The Workforce Hub is also under construction and is expected to be ready for occupancy in the second half of 2025 to accommodate a worker increase from 300 to 1,000 by year-end.
Peterson added that access to power lines, highways, rail, and water through nearby towns helps reduce infrastructure costs and supports workforce retention.
He also viewed the planned locations for major facilities, including the sulfuric acid plant, carbonate plant, filtration, leaching and neutralization systems, and tailings area.
During the management meeting, the analyst noted discussions centered on lithium pricing and market trends, with the team expecting a supply deficit next year as weak prices delay new capacity.
Lithium Americas projects a temporary price peak of $40,000 per ton due to tightening supply, with a long-term price stabilizing around $20,000 per ton, enough to support future investments.
The offtake agreement with General Motors includes a floor price above current Chinese spot rates, ensuring profitability even after factoring in all-in costs like sustaining capex and debt repayments.
Management remains focused on executing Phase 1, while Phase 2 timing will depend on market conditions. For now, low-cost, low-risk steps are being taken to keep Phase 2 on track.
The General Motors partnership also offers flexibility to contract up to 12 years for Phase 2, supporting both financing and expansion efforts.
Price Action: LAC shares are trading lower by 3.02% to $2.57 at last check Friday.
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As broader U.S. equity funds suffered their largest weekly outflow of $18.43 billion since March this week, according to LSEG Lipper as cited by Reuters, one corner of the market quietly shined: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">sector ETFs</a>. Despite the risk-off mood driven by intensifying Israel-Iran tensions and uncertainty around U.S. tariffs, investors poured money into focused plays, signaling a tactical rotation rather than a wholesale retreat.
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Tech and industrial ETFs were the week's breakout stars, absorbing $1.85 billion and $445 million in inflows, respectively. This marks the fourth straight week of sectoral ETF gains, even as large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap equity funds all bled red ink.
So, where is the &#8220;smart&#8221; money flowing, and why?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sector ETFs To Watch</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Technology ETFs: Betting On Resilience And AI Tailwinds</h3>
Tech continues to draw interest as investors seek exposure to innovation and growth even in uncertain times. The sector&#8217;s relative insulation from geopolitical strife and the ongoing AI boom likely contributed to this surge.
Top Picks:
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<li>Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>): Blue-chip heavy with Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).</li>
<li>Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VGT#NYSE">VGT</a>): A broader tech play with strong diversification.</li>
<li>ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROBO#NYSE">ROBO</a>): For those leaning into automation and AI trends. Top holdings include Symbotic (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>), Rockwell Automation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROK#NYSE">ROK</a>), and Celestica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>).</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Industrial ETFs: Infrastructure And Defense Boost</h3>
Industrials are gaining favor amid expectations of increased infrastructure spending and growing demand for defense and manufacturing equipment, especially in the light of global tensions.
Top Picks:
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<li>Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>): A solid all-around industrials fund with exposure to companies like Raytheon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) and Honeywell (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>).</li>
<li>Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>): A niche option benefiting from the defense sector rally. Top holdings include General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) and General Dynamics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>).</li>
<li>iShares U.S. Infrastructure ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IFRA#BATS">IFRA</a>): Capitalizing on the ongoing U.S. infrastructure push with holdings in the likes of Sterling Infrastructure (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRL#NASDAQ">STRL</a>), Raytheon and Axon Enterprise (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>).</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Financials Falter, But Don't Count Them Out</h3>
While the tech and industrial boats raced ahead on tailwinds, financial ETFs saw $1.22 billion in outflows, suggesting investor unease about profitability under sticky inflation and a "higher for longer" interest rate regime. One can consider keeping an eye on the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>), but only if rate and lending conditions stabilize.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Takeaway</h2>
Investors aren't abandoning the market, they're just getting choosier. With geopolitics and economic uncertainty muddying the waters, sector ETFs are emerging as a tactical safe haven for capital.
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Earlier this week, Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRPT#NASDAQ">SRPT</a>) provided a safety update regarding Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl), the only approved gene therapy for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and steps the company is taking to strengthen the safety profile in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care" rel="noreferrer noopener">non-ambulatory patients</a>.
These steps follow a second reported case of acute liver failure (ALF), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/fda/25/06/45945282/sarepta-therapeutics-stock-plummets-over-40-on-second-fatal-case-linked-to-its-gene-therapy" rel="noreferrer noopener">resulting in death</a>.
William Blair says, &#8220;One key factor leading to investor hesitancy is the lack of clarity over how many additional non-ambulatory patients have been treated and are still within the time frame to potentially develop acute liver failure, creating uncertainty over the risk of another fatality in the near term.&#8221;
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On Friday, analyst Sami Corwin downgraded Sarepta from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRPT/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Outperform to Market Perform</a>.
Corwin said, &#8220;In addition, significant penetration of the non-ambulatory population was a key consideration of prior peak revenue estimates, and it is unlikely that penetration will be as robust in this subgroup in the future, in our opinion.&#8221;
Peak revenue estimates might decline further if other AAV gene therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy hit the market as soon as 2027. Notably, early clinical data suggests that some of these therapies — such as Solid Biosciences Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLDB#NASDAQ">SLDB</a>) SGT-003 — could have a safer profile, with fewer signs of liver-related side effects.
&#8220;While we continue to think that there will be strong interest among commercial ambulatory patients in Elevidys and that a higher share price is therefore justified based on our sum-of-the parts analysis, at this time, we think the reduction in peak revenue opportunity and growing number of uncertain variables will be a deterrent for investors,&#8221; William Blair wrote in the investor note on Friday.
SRPT Price Action: Sarepta Therapeutics stock is down 3.18% at $20.11 at publication on Friday.
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As OpenAI, Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) and SoftBank push forward with the $500 billion Stargate Project—an ambitious plan to build the world's largest AI infrastructure in the United States—industry watchers are closely eyeing Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) next-generation chips as a potential cornerstone of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/45970821/amd-accelerates-stack-development-share-price-to-follow">the monumental program.</a>
What To Know:&nbsp; AMD CTO Mark Papermaster recently told <a href="https://www.semafor.com/article/06/18/2025/amd-unveils-big-ai-ambitions-and-glimpse-into-chip-industrys-future">Semafor</a> that the company's chips could be part of Project Stargate.&nbsp;
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Semafor's tech editor Reed Albergotti asked if AMD&#8217;s MI400 chips could be integrated into Stargate and Papermaster responded, "absolutely&#8230; the 400 is architected for mass scale capability," though he stopped short of confirming any specific deployment details.
Oracle is already a major AMD customer and has announced it will soon offer zettascale AI clusters powered by the latest AMD Instinct GPUs on its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. These systems are designed for the kind of massive AI training and inference workloads that Stargate will demand.
The timing for AMD<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45978843/amd-stock-is-up-10-this-week-whats-going-on"> could not be</a> better. Since the explosive growth of generative AI following ChatGPT's debut, the industry has faced persistent shortages of NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) chips, the current gold standard for AI hardware.&nbsp;
The supply crunch has left AI companies eager for alternatives that can deliver the scale and performance needed for frontier AI deployment and Stargate's scale is unprecedented.&nbsp;
With Oracle, a key partner in both Stargate and AMD's cloud offerings, it would be unsurprising if AMD's MI400 chips become a foundational part of the project's infrastructure.
In this climate, AMD's advanced chips, and its deepening ties with Oracle, position the company to seize a significant share of the AI hardware market by providing much-needed options for organizations hungry for compute power at scale.&nbsp;
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Tech

ORCL

This Could Be AMD's Biggest AI Win: MI400 Chips May Power Stargate

The European Central Bank (ECB) released its latest Economic Bulletin on Friday.
U.S.-based multinational companies (MNEs) play a significant role in the euro area economy. These companies either export directly from the U.S. or operate through their branches (affiliates) in the euro area.
The Bulletin <a href="https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/economic-bulletin/html/eb202504.en.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">noted</a> that ongoing trade tensions — such as tariff increases or policy uncertainty — could impact their business.
These tensions might raise costs, disrupt internal company trade, or force changes in how companies handle taxes.
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U.S. MNE affiliates in the euro area contribute more than 5% to the region&#8217;s total economic output, profits, and business spending and employ about 2% of the workforce; and the figures are higher in Ireland.
In early 2025, euro area exports rose sharply, largely due to companies rushing to ship goods before new U.S. tariffs took effect, the report highlights.
Exports outside the euro area grew by 4.9% in the first quarter, driven mainly by pharmaceutical products, especially from Ireland. Switzerland served as a key route, as did Germany, France and Italy.
The Wall Street Journal report emphasized Ireland&#8217;s pivotal role in transatlantic trade. Its appeal lies in a combination of skilled labor, familiarity with U.S. regulatory frameworks and favorable tax conditions. These factors have made it a hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing by U.S. firms, contributing heavily to the eurozone&#8217;s trade surplus.
While some last-minute exporting may continue, future export growth could slow due to rising tariffs, economic uncertainty, and the stronger euro.
On the import side, the stronger euro and shifts in trade caused by U.S.-China tensions are expected to lower prices.
Notably, over half of the modest 1.3% rise in imports was due to increased purchases from China.
The Wall Street Journal report <a href="https://www.wsj.com/economy/trade/almost-a-third-of-eurozones-u-s-trade-surplus-is-due-to-u-s-firms-says-ecb-319e3546" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">noted</a> that while such a move would shrink the eurozone economy, the central bank said the impact on jobs and income would likely be limited. These operations tend to be capital-intensive, generating high profits but relatively few jobs, and most profits flow back to the U.S.
Citing the ECB, the Wall Street Journal noted that in the long term, the eurozone could face reduced productivity if it loses the positive spillovers — such as technological and managerial know-how — that come from hosting foreign operations.
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US Multinationals, Including Pharma Firms, Power Over 5% Of Eurozone Economy, ECB Says

Shares of AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45940506/applovin-chewy-and-carvana-are-among-top-11-large-cap-losers-last-week-june-9-13-are-the-others-in-your-portfolio">down big Friday</a>. But they are close to a price level that may provide support and are oversold. This means they may be about to reverse and move higher.
We have made it our Stock of the Day because stocks at support that become oversold tend to rally.
The lower part of the chart is the Stochastics Indicator. It is a popular way to measure momentum.
If the blue line gets below the low horizontal red line, it indicates oversold conditions. As you can see, that's the case now. The last two times this happened were in March and April, and each time was a good buying opportunity.
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Oversold means a stock has been pushed below its typical or usual trading range. When this happens, some traders will anticipate a reversion to the mean. This means a reversal and move higher.
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These traders will come into the market as buyers. Their actions could put upward pressure on AppLovin.
The stock is also trading around a price that has been support. Sometimes a level that had been support can become so again because of regretful sellers.
They sold their shares at the support level, but when the price moved higher, they vowed to buy them back… if they could do so for the same prices they sold them for. So, when the stock returns to this level, their buying could create support again.
Sometimes support breaks and the trend lower continues. This is why many traders wait for a reversal to begin before they take a position.
They know they would not be buying at the lowest price, but they believe the odds will be in their favor if they wait for the reversal to start before getting in.
It is too soon to know whether AppLovin will reverse or break the support and continue lower.  But because of the oversold conditions, there is a chance that new buyers will come into the market and put a floor under the price.
They may even push it higher.
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Technicals

Stock Of The Day : Is A Reversal In Applovin Coming?

Wells Fargo analyst Andrew Nowinski downgrades Couchbase (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASE#NASDAQ">BASE</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $20 to $24.5.

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Wells Fargo Downgrades Couchbase to Equal-Weight, Raises Price Target to $24.5

As Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) prepares to launch its highly anticipated robotaxi service in Austin on Sunday, June 22, Wedbush analyst Dan Ives has predicted a transformative future for the company, pegging its artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous driving technology at a staggering $1 trillion valuation.
What Happened: In a post on X, Ives hailed the upcoming rollout as the start of a &#8220;golden era of autonomous&#8221; for Tesla, underscoring Elon Musk's vision to pivot the company toward driverless vehicles and AI innovation.
Ives' bullish forecast comes as Tesla gears up to debut its robotaxi service, a milestone first hinted at by Musk in January. The launch follows reports of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system logging over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38120491/elon-musk-reacts-as-tesla-celebrates-1b-miles-driven-with-fsd-software-wont-be-long-before-10b-miles">1 billion miles</a> of supervised autonomy data by 2024, fueling optimism among investors. 
However, the move has sparked contention. On June 18, a group of Democratic <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46010756/texas-lawmakers-urge-elon-musks-tesla-to-delay-june-22-robotaxi-launch-till-september-report">Texas lawmakers urged Tesla</a> to delay the launch until September, when a new autonomous-driving law takes effect, citing safety concerns over the technology's readiness. 
Despite the lawmakers' request, Ives remains undeterred, suggesting the AI-driven future could significantly boost Tesla's market value in the coming years.
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Why It Matters: Robotaxis are steadily growing in the U.S., as Alphabet Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Waymo announced it will be further expanding its presence in California.
TSLA shares were 1.79% higher in premarket on Friday. The stock was down 15.09% year-to-date, but it has returned 77.37% over the year.
About 27 analysts tracked by Benzinga, covering TSLA, have a consensus target price of $309.76 apiece, with a ‘hold&#8217; rating.
The targets range from $19.05 to $500, and the recent ratings by Piper Sandler, Morgan Stanley, and Baird imply a 15.01% upside for the stock.
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Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings shows that Tesla had a stronger price trend over the short, medium, and long term. Its momentum ranking was solid; however, its value ranking was poor at the 9.62th percentile. The details of other metrics are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">available here</a>.
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 0.29% at $595.68, while the QQQ rose 0.19% to $529.16, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
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Tesla's AI Future Is Worth $1 Trillion, Says Dan Ives: 'Golden Era Of Autonomous' Begins With Robotaxi Launch

In the last three months, 8 analysts have published ratings on CubeSmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CUBE#NYSE">CUBE</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<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">1</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">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">0</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $46.12, with a high estimate of $50.00 and a low estimate of $39.00. This current average has increased by 3.8% from the previous average price target of $44.43. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442465_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of CubeSmart 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.
<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>Juan Sanabria</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Vaidya</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brendan Lynch</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Spector</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Tricarico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Vaidya</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<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 CubeSmart. This information offers 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 CubeSmart compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of CubeSmart's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of CubeSmart's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CUBE/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on CubeSmart analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About CubeSmart</h2>
CubeSmart is a real estate investment trust that acquires, owns, and manages self-storage facilities throughout the United States. The company's real estate portfolio is composed of buildings with numerous enclosed storage areas for both residential and commercial customers to rent mainly on a month-by-month basis. Majority of CubeSmart's facilities are located in Florida, Texas, California, New York, and Illinois. Cumulatively, these states account for both the majority of the square footage in the company's real estate portfolio and the majority of its revenue. The company derives nearly all of its revenue from rental income from tenants utilizing its storage facilities.
<h3>Financial Insights: CubeSmart</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: CubeSmart displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 4.45%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 32.67%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): CubeSmart's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.12%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.36%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.21.
<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.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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CUBE

The Analyst Verdict: CubeSmart In The Eyes Of 8 Experts

Patrick Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PATK#NASDAQ">PATK</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing 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 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">2</td>
<td align="right">3</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">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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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 Patrick Industries, presenting an average target of $97.5, a high estimate of $110.00, and a low estimate of $84.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 5.45%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442455_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of Patrick Industries 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.
<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>Craig Kennison</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Swartz</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Stember</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Altobello</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Kennison</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Heath</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Swartz</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Kennison</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$100.00</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 Patrick Industries. 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 Patrick Industries 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>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Patrick Industries's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Patrick Industries</h2>
Patrick Industries Inc makes and sells building products and materials for recreational vehicles and manufactured housing. The company is organized into two segments based on product type: manufacturing and distribution. The manufacturing segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells laminated and vinyl products that include furniture, shelving, cabinets, bath fixtures, and countertops. The distribution segment sells prefinished wall and ceiling panels, as well as electrical and plumbing products for the RV and manufactured housing industries. One of the firm's RV customers makes up a portion of revenue.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Patrick Industries</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 Growth: Patrick Industries's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.49%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Patrick Industries's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 3.81%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Patrick Industries's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.37% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.23%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Patrick Industries's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.43. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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8 Analysts Have This To Say About Patrick Industries

14 analysts have shared their evaluations of Couchbase (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASE#NASDAQ">BASE</a>) during the recent three months, expressing 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 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">4</td>
<td align="right">5</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">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</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">1</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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Couchbase and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $21.04, accompanied by a high estimate of $24.50 and a low estimate of $16.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.3% increase from the previous average price target of $20.77.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442447_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Couchbase is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$24.50</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$24.50</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rudy Kessinger</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$24.50</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sanjit Singh</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Austin Dietz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Oliver</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Cikos</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sanjit Singh</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Couchbase. This offers insight into 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 Couchbase compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Couchbase's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Couchbase's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Couchbase</h2>
Couchbase Inc provides a modern cloud database that offers the robust capabilities required for business-critical applications on a scalable and available platform. It empower developers and architects to build, deploy and run mission-critical applications. Couchbase delivers a high-performance, flexible and scalable modern database that runs across the data center and any cloud. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from the United States.
<h3>Couchbase's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Couchbase showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 10.12% as of 30 April, 2025. This reflects 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: Couchbase's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -31.28%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Couchbase's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -13.93%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Couchbase's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -6.97%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Couchbase's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.03, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
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Expert Outlook: Couchbase Through The Eyes Of 14 Analysts

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 59 uncommon options trades for Taiwan Semiconductor.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 44% bullish and 44%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 26 are puts, for a total amount of $2,596,785, and 33 are calls, for a total amount of $1,994,211.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $155.0 to $240.0 for Taiwan Semiconductor over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Taiwan Semiconductor's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Taiwan Semiconductor's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $155.0 to $240.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Taiwan Semiconductor Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442441_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.92</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$586.3K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>$1.29</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$269.4K</td>
<td>119</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$14.45</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$247.4K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>384</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$1.87</td>
<td>$1.8</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$199.4K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$20.0</td>
<td>$19.25</td>
<td>$19.25</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$192.7K</td>
<td>18</td>
<td>302</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.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Taiwan Semiconductor, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Taiwan Semiconductor's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 9,988,363, the price of TSM is down by -1.97%, reaching $209.3.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 27 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Taiwan Semiconductor</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $247.5.
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A Closer Look at Taiwan Semiconductor's Options Market Dynamics

In the last three months, 12 analysts have published ratings on Johnson Controls Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JCI#NYSE">JCI</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<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">6</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</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">4</td>
<td align="right">3</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>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $100.92, with a high estimate of $130.00 and a low estimate of $81.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 9.3% increase from the previous average price target of $92.33.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442435_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Johnson Controls Intl. 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>Joe O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Mehrotra</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Tusa</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicole Deblase</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Snyder</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Kaye</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timothy Wojs</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Tusa</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$100.00</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 Johnson Controls Intl. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Johnson Controls Intl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Johnson Controls Intl's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Johnson Controls Intl's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/JCI/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Johnson Controls Intl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Johnson Controls Intl's Background</h2>
Johnson Controls manufactures, installs, and services commercial HVAC systems, building management platforms and controls, fire and security solutions, and industrial refrigeration units. Commercial HVAC and fire and security each account for approximately 45% of sales, while industrial refrigeration and other solutions account for the remaining 10% of revenue. In fiscal 2024, Johnson Controls generated nearly $23 billion in pro forma revenue.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Johnson Controls Intl's Finances</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: Over the 3M period, Johnson Controls Intl showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 1.41% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 8.42%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Johnson Controls Intl's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.02%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Johnson Controls Intl's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.13%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Johnson Controls Intl's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.63, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Johnson Controls Intl Stock

Investors with significant funds have taken a bullish position in Unity Software (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>), a development that retail traders should be aware of.
This was brought to our attention today through our monitoring of publicly accessible options data at Benzinga. The exact nature of these investors remains a mystery, but such a major move in U usually indicates foreknowledge of upcoming events.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner identified 9 options transactions for Unity Software. This is an unusual occurrence. The sentiment among these large-scale traders is mixed, with 77% being bullish and 22% bearish. Of all the options we discovered, 8 are puts, valued at $323,349, and there was a single call, worth $31,500.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $21.0 to $24.0 for Unity Software over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Unity Software stands at 1132.4, with a total volume reaching 4,837.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Unity Software, situated within the strike price corridor from $21.0 to $24.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Unity Software 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442435_0_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>$2.69</td>
<td>$2.7</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$88.8K</td>
<td>841</td>
<td>331</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$61.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$2.69</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.66</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$36.2K</td>
<td>841</td>
<td>737</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$1.87</td>
<td>$1.84</td>
<td>$1.84</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>742</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$31.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Unity Software</h3>
Unity Software Inc provides a software platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D content. The platform can be used to create, run, and monetize interactive, real-time 2D and 3D content for mobile phones, tablets, PCs, consoles, and augmented and virtual reality devices. The business is spread across the United States, Greater China, EMEA, APAC, and other Americas, and key revenue is derived from the EMEA region. The products are used in the gaming industry, retail, automotive, architecture, engineering, and construction.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Unity Software, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Unity Software's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,683,987, the price of U is down by -3.53%, reaching $23.07.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 48 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Unity Software</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $29.0.
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Spotlight on Unity Software: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Chemed's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHE#NYSE">CHE</a>) short percent of float has risen 23.16% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 422 thousand shares sold short, which is 3.35% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.61 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>Chemed Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750442433_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Chemed has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Chemed'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>, Chemed's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.28%, 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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