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Check Point Software Technologies is a pure-play cybersecurity vendor. The company offers solutions for network, endpoint, cloud, and mobile security in addition to security management. Check Point, a software specialist, sells to enterprises, businesses, and consumers. Around 50% of revenue is generated in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, 40% from the Americas, and 10% from the Asia-Pacific region. The firm, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, was founded in 1993 and has about 5,000 employees.

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Cybersecurity-focused ETFs are back in the spotlight following a <a href="https://therecord.media/hegseth-orders-cyber-command-stand-down-russia-planning">report </a>by The Record that U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered a halt to offensive cyber and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/russia">information operations against Russia</a>. 
The Pentagon <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-04/pentagon-denies-report-of-halt-in-cyber-operations-versus-russia">denied</a> these claims. Still, the news has reignited interest in cybersecurity investments. As cyber threats escalate, organizations worldwide are ramping up efforts to protect their digital assets, making cybersecurity companies and ETFs holding them, attractive investment opportunities.
For investors looking to gain diversified exposure to the cybersecurity sector without the hassle of studying and choosing individual stocks, here are three <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">noteworthy cybersecurity ETFs</a>:
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<li>Global X Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUG#NASDAQ">BUG</a>): This ETF provides investors access to a portfolio of 22 cybersecurity companies. It includes leading firms like Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>), Zscaler (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>), Fortinet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTT#NASDAQ">FTT</a>), and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>). While the ETF primarily focuses on U.S.-based companies, it also includes firms from Israel, Japan, and South Korea. It has an expense ratio of 0.5%, which is relatively standard for sector-specific ETFs.</li>
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<li>First Trust Nasdaq Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIBR#NASDAQ">CIBR</a>): This fund tracks the Nasdaq CTA Cybersecurity Index and includes companies actively involved in cybersecurity operations. CrowdStrike is one of its major holdings, along with other key players such as Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>), Fortinet, and Palo Alto. CIBR has over $8 billion in assets under management and an expense ratio of 0.6%.</li>
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<li>ETFMG Prime Cyber Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HACK#NYSE">HACK</a>): The <a href="https://amplifyetfs.com/hack/#:~:text=Launched%20in%202014%2C%20HACK%20is,within%20the%20growing%20cybersecurity%20industry.">first </a>ETF focused on cybersecurity and remains one of the most popular choices among investors. It provides exposure to a mix of established cybersecurity companies and emerging players. Its holdings include CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, and Cisco (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), among others.</li>
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HACK follows a tiered, equal-weighted approach, ensuring that no single company dominates the portfolio. This diversification helps mitigate risk while still capturing growth potential in the cybersecurity industry. The fund has an expense ratio of 0.6% and has consistently performed well as cyber threats continue to increase globally.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Growing Importance Of Cybersecurity</h2>
The increasing reliance on digital infrastructure across industries has made businesses, governments, and individuals more vulnerable to cyberattacks. High-profile breaches targeting financial institutions, healthcare providers, and government agencies have demonstrated the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Companies are now investing heavily in AI-driven security solutions, zero-trust architectures, and threat intelligence platforms to stay ahead of evolving threats. As a result, cybersecurity firms are experiencing strong revenue growth, making them attractive investment opportunities.
According to a Bloomberg Intelligence research report, the total cybersecurity market will likely hit $338 billion by 2033. That&#8217;s up from about $152.5 billion in 2023.
Cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the market. High-profile cyberattacks in recent years have led to massive data breaches, infrastructure failures, and financial losses amounting to billions of dollars. 
According to a research report by CrowdStrike:
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<li>China-linked cyber activity rising by 150% across all sectors in 2024. </li>
<li>Vishing attacks experienced an explosive 442% increase between the first and second half of the year.</li>
<li>The fastest recorded eCrime breakout time was just 51 seconds, emphasizing the speed at which cybercriminals can compromise systems.</li>
<li>79% of detected cyber incidents were malware-free, indicating a shift toward advanced attack techniques. </li>
<li>26 newly named adversaries emerged</li>
<li>52% of vulnerabilities identified were linked to initial access methods, underscoring the ongoing challenge of securing entry points against persistent cyber threats.</li>
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As cyber threats continue to evolve, businesses and governments are prioritizing investments in cybersecurity to safeguard their networks and data. This growing demand positions cybersecurity ETFs and companies for sustained long-term growth.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Renewed Interest Fueled By Stalled Cyber Operations</h2>
Hegseth&#8217;s move was reportedly aimed at fostering diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Russia regarding Ukraine. 
U.S. cyber operations against Russia have historically included disrupting ransomware groups, countering disinformation campaigns, and targeting networks used by Russian intelligence agencies. These operations have played a critical role in reducing cyber threats that could impact American infrastructure, financial institutions, and national security. A halt or pause in such actions could enable Russian state-backed hackers and cybercriminal groups to escalate their activities against U.S. and European targets.
According to a New York Times <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/us/politics/hegseth-cyber-russia-trump-putin.html">report</a>, former intelligence officials have noted that pauses in military and cyber operations during sensitive diplomatic negotiations are not uncommon, as they can prevent tensions from escalating further. 
Critics argue that scaling back offensive cyber capabilities, even temporarily, risks weakening U.S. deterrence and response mechanisms. 
Regardless of the conflicting narratives, cybersecurity remains a critical national security and business priority. The alleged pause in U.S. cyber operations against Russia has raised concerns about potential vulnerabilities, further underscoring the need for robust cybersecurity solutions.
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Piper Sandler analyst Rob Owens upgrades Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raises the price target from $220 to $260.

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Piper Sandler Upgrades Check Point Software to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $260

Baird analyst Shrenik Kothari upgrades Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and announces $255 price target.

Baird Upgrades Check Point Software to Outperform, Announces $255 Price Target

Needham analyst Matt Dezort reiterates Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) from Hold to Hold.

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Needham Reiterates Hold on Check Point Softwareto Hold

RBC Capital analyst Matthew Hedberg reiterates Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $215 price target.

RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Check Point Software, Maintains $215 Price Target

Jefferies analyst Joseph Gallo maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $250 to $255.

Jefferies Maintains Buy on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $255

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>UBS cut Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) price target from $83 to $80. UBS analyst Kevin Caliendo maintained a Neutral rating. Henry Schein shares closed at $75.82 on Tuesday. See how other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRWD/analyst-ratings">analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler raised the price target for Prothena Corporation plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRTA#NASDAQ">PRTA</a>) from $94 to $110. Piper Sandler analyst Yasmeen Rahimi maintained an Overweight rating. Prothena shares closed at $14.63 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRTA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Canaccord Genuity increased ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZI#NASDAQ">ZI</a>) price target from $14 to $15. Canaccord Genuity analyst David Hynes maintained a Buy rating. ZoomInfo shares closed at $9.53 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRWD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Goldman Sachs cut the price target for ZipRecruiter, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIP#NYSE">ZIP</a>) from $9 to $8. Goldman Sachs analyst Eric Sheridan maintained a Neutral rating. ZipRecruiter shares closed at $6.73 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZIP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>RBC Capital raised the price target for agilon health, inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGL#NYSE">AGL</a>) from $3 to $3.5. RBC Capital analyst Sean Dodge maintained an Outperform rating. agilon health shares closed at $3.63 on Tuesday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AGL/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Roth MKM cut Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLS#NASDAQ">SHLS</a>) price target from $5 to $4.5. Roth MKM analyst Philip Shen maintained a Neutral rating. Shoals Technologies Sports shares settled at $4.2650 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SHLS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Oppenheimer slashed Maplebear Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CART#NASDAQ">CART</a>) price target from $65 to $60. Oppenheimer analyst Jason Helfstein maintained an Outperform rating. Maplebear Brands shares closed at $48.78 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CART/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Mizuho raised Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) price target from $220 to $230. Mizuho analyst Gregg Moskowitz maintained a Neutral rating. Check Point Software shares closed at $218.63 on Tuesday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHKP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan increased the price target for Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAZZ#NASDAQ">JAZZ</a>) from $200 to $209. JP Morgan analyst Jessica Fye maintained an Overweight rating. Jazz Pharmaceuticals shares settled at $139.67 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/JAZZ/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS increased CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) price target from $396 to $450. UBS analyst Roger Boyd maintained a Buy rating. CrowdStrike shares closed at $379.75 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRWD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>JP Morgan analyst Brian Essex upgraded Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raised the price target from $221 to $255. Check Point shares closed at $218.63 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHKP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Loop Capital analyst Timothy Greaves upgraded the rating for Porch Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRCH#NASDAQ">PRCH</a>) from Hold to Buy and announced a $6 price target. Porch Group shares closed at $3.79 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRCH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Brent Bracelin upgraded ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZI#NASDAQ">ZI</a>) from Underweight to Neutral and raised the price target from $10 to $11. ZoomInfo shares closed at $9.53 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Keith Weiss upgraded the rating for Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and maintained the price target of $730. Intuit shares closed at $555.63 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INTU/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Michael Rollins upgraded Lumen Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUMN#NYSE">LUMN</a>) from Neutral to Buy and lowered the price target from $8 to $6.5. Lumen Technologies shares closed at $4.44 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LUMN/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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This Intuit Analyst Turns Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Upgrades For Wednesday

Mizuho analyst Gregg Moskowitz maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $220 to $230.

Mizuho Maintains Neutral on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $230

JP Morgan analyst Brian Essex upgrades Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raises the price target from $221 to $255.

JP Morgan Upgrades Check Point Software to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $255

Let's face it—<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cybersecurity">cyber threats are evolving</a> at breakneck speed. No digital system is completely safe from deepfake scams and sophisticated AI-powered hacks. And when a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36575150/secs-hacked-tweet-on-bitcoin-etfs-causes-massive-trader-losses-over-220m-liquidated">hacker managed to breach</a> the Securities and Exchange Commission's official social media account in January 2024, it should have been a wake-up call for everyone.
This fast-evolving situation is creating opportunities for top cybersecurity companies to thrive. The best providers are gaining pricing power as demand for their services increase. For investors, now could be an excellent time to gain exposure to this high-growth sector. For those looking to invest in cybersecurity without picking individual stocks, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs can be a great option</a>. 
Here are three leading cybersecurity ETFs to consider:
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WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WCBR#NASDAQ">WCBR</a>): This ETF focuses on companies innovating in cybersecurity, from cloud security firms to threat detection specialists. With a competitive expense ratio of 0.45%, the ETF holds stocks of companies like Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>), CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>), and Datadog Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DDOG#NASDAQ">DDOG</a>), some of the top names in data and cybersecurity.
Global X Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUG#NASDAQ">BUG</a>): BUG offers a concentrated portfolio of cybersecurity firms, including industry leaders in software, network security, and cyber defense, at an average annual cost of 0.5%. Top names in the portfolio are Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>), Palo Alto, Zscaler (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>) and Fortinet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTNT#NASDAQ">FTNT</a>).
First Trust Nasdaq Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIBR#NASDAQ">CIBR</a>): One of the largest cybersecurity ETFs, CIBR invests in firms that develop solutions to protect digital infrastructure and data. The expense ratio is 0.59% and the top names in its portfolio are Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), Palo Alto, CrowdStrike and Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>).
Why Cybersecurity Is In the Limelight Once Again
An Alabama man, Eric Council Jr., admitted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43614251/hacker-pleads-guilty-to-secs-fake-bitcoin-etf-post-on-x-that-triggered-financial-wipeout-worth-millions">hacking the SEC's X account</a> on Jan. 9 last year to post a fake announcement about Bitcoin ETF approvals. The fraudulent tweet had sent Bitcoin soaring by over $1,000 before the SEC debunked it. Council, who used online aliases like "Ronin" and "Easymunny," now faces up to five years in prison for his role in the scheme.
But beyond the courtroom drama, this incident exposed glaring security vulnerabilities—even within institutions that regulate financial markets. It also served as a stark reminder of why cybersecurity remains a top priority for businesses, governments, and investors.
AI manipulation as a result of cyber and technology risks has emerged as a primary threat to business growth, according to a recent <a href="https://about.chubb.com/stories/risk-decisions-360.html">survey </a>by insurer Chubb. Over 40% of executives ranked cyber threat monitoring as an essential function within their organizations.
The World Economic Forum highlights several key factors driving cybersecurity's increasing importance:
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<li>Hackers are leveraging AI technology to automate attacks and evade detection.</li>
<li>Geopolitical discords are fueling cyberwarfare and state-sponsored attacks.</li>
<li>Data protection regulations are tightening, forcing companies to invest more in security measures.</li>
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The SEC hack was another reminder that digital threats are here to stay. As cyberattacks grow more frequent and sophisticated, cybersecurity companies will continue playing a critical role in safeguarding businesses and institutions. Investing in cybersecurity ETFs offers a way to capitalize on this trend while spreading risk across multiple industry leaders.
With cyber defense becoming an ever-greater necessity, the question isn't whether cybersecurity stocks will grow—it's how much they'll grow.
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3 ETFs For Cybersecurity Investors As AI-Driven Threats Grow

Cybersecurity provider Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Tuesday. The company disclosed enhanced capabilities for its Infinity Platform, which aim to accelerate zero-trust adoption, bolster threat prevention, reduce complexity,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43455281/check-point-announces-new-ai-powered-innovations-to-bolster-unified-security-management-for-the-in" rel="noreferrer noopener"> and streamline security operations</a>.
By integrating AI and identity awareness, administrators can enforce more precise security policies, granting access only to authorized users.
Centralized visibility and policy analysis across environments help security teams uphold compliance and maintain strong security practices.
Nataly Kremer, Chief Product Officer at Check Point, said, &#8220;We are pleased to introduce several new AI-powered Innovations that cut down complexity and strengthen the Unified Security Management capabilities of the Infinity Platform.&#8221;
&#8221;Our customers will experience enhanced threat prevention, while finding it very easy to collaborate with third-party products.&#8221;
Last month, the company reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue growth of 6% year-on-year to $703.70 million, topping the&nbsp;analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43347093/check-point-q4-earnings-revenue-and-eps-beat-security-subscriptions-surge-expands-cybersecurity-offerings-despite-margin-pressure" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of $698.82 million</a>.&nbsp;
The American Israeli enterprise security solution&nbsp;provider&#8217;s&nbsp;adjusted EPS of $2.70 beat the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $2.66</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Amplify ETF Trust Amplify BlueStar Israel Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITEQ#NYSE">ITEQ</a>) and VanEck Israel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRA#NYSE">ISRA</a>).
Price Action: CHKP shares are up 0.67% at $215.30 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Check Point Enhances Infinity Platform With AI-Powered Innovations For Stronger, Smarter Cybersecurity

BMO Capital analyst Keith Bachman maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $215 to $245.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $245

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<li>Atlassian Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEAM#NASDAQ">TEAM</a>) shares escalated 15.85% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results for the fiscal second quarter and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43391113" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts changed their price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) stock upped 14.86% after announcing upbeat fourth-quarter results <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43312480" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">and analysts raised the price forecast.</a></li>
<li>International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) shares increased 13.75% after the company reported an upbeat fourth-quarter results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43341886" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLB#NASDAQ">GTLB</a>) stock grew 12.30% amid a rebound in the broader space.</li>
<li>Check Point Software Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) shares gained 12.10% last week following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43347093" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Q4 earnings</a>. Several analysts raised their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHKP/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecasts</a> on the stock.</li>
<li>RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBC#NYSE">RBC</a>) shares jumped 10.99% after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and issued fourth-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43382549" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">net sales guidance above estimates</a>.</li>
<li>Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) shares escalated 10.88% as the company&#8217;s latest artificial intelligence <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43351350" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">model, Qwen 2.5, gained traction</a>.</li>
<li>Duolingo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUOL#NASDAQ">DUOL</a>) stock gained 10.77% last week after several analysts raised their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DUOL/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecasts</a>.</li>
<li>Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEN#NYSE">BEN</a>) stock upped 10.70% after the company reported better-than-expected Q1 financial results.</li>
<li>Cloudflare, Inc.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NET#NYSE">NET</a>) stock rose 10.61% amid a rebound in the broader market, which sold off amid concerns about AI competition<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/net/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> from China</a>.</li>
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UBS analyst Roger Boyd maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $200 to $230.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $230

RBC Capital analyst Matthew Hedberg maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $187 to $215.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $215

JP Morgan analyst Brian Essex maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $207 to $221.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $221

Stifel analyst Adam Borg maintains Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $190 to $220.

Stifel Maintains Hold on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $220

Truist Securities analyst Joel Fishbein reiterates Check Point Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHKP#NASDAQ">CHKP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $220 to $250.

Truist Securities Reiterates Buy on Check Point Software, Raises Price Target to $250

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Gil Shwed Takes on the Role of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, Nadav Zafrir Becomes CEO at Check Point Software Technologies

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Check Point Software to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on January 30, 2025

Check Point Software's 2025 Security Report Finds Alarming 44% Increase in Cyber-Attacks Amid Maturing Cyber Threat Ecosystem

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Check Point Software Reports Fourth Quarter and 2024 Full Year Results

Check Point Announces New AI-Powered Innovations to Bolster Unified Security Management for the Infinity Platform

For the Third Consecutive Year, Check Point Software Demonstrates Industry's Highest Threat Prevention Rate in Miercom's Enterprise and Hybrid Mesh Firewall Security Report

Check Point and Wiz Enter Strategic Partnership to Deliver End-to-End Cloud Security

Stopping Cloud Attacks at the Source: Check Point Software Leads the Charge in Cloud Security, Championing a Prevention-First Approach

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