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FS Bancorp Inc is the holding company of 1st Security Bank, a diversified lender with a focus on the origination of commercial real estate, one-to-four-family, and home equity loans, consumer loans, including a variety of indirect home improvement (fixture secured loans), and marine loans, and commercial business loans. The company has two operating segments; The commercial and consumer banking segment provides diversified financial products and services to its commercial and consumer customers through Bank branches, automated teller machines, online banking platforms, mobile banking apps, and telephone banking, and The home lending segment originates one-to-four-family residential mortgage loans for sale in the secondary markets as well as loans held for investment.

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In the current session, the stock is trading at $93.06, after a 0.44% spike. Over the past month, Lantheus Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNTH#NASDAQ">LNTH</a>) stock increased by 7.65%, and in the past year, by 56.81%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

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<h3>Lantheus Holdings P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Lantheus Holdings has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 48.6 of the Health Care Equipment &amp; Supplies industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

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In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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Micron Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) heads into its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MU/earnings">first-quarter earnings</a> announcement with a mix of optimism and caution.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">"Choppy Quarters Ahead"?</h1>
As Jake Silverman, Bloomberg Intelligence Semiconductor Analyst, puts it, "choppy quarters ahead for NAND" could pose a challenge, with pricing and inventory pressures in the smartphone and PC markets.
However, the analyst also highlights AI-related applications as a potential offset, giving Micron a chance to weather the storm.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42553082/how-to-earn-500-a-month-from-micron-stock-ahead-of-q1-earnings">How To Earn $500 A Month From Micron Stock Ahead Of Q1 Earnings</a>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Bullish Technical Signals Keep Optimists In The Game</h1>
Micron's stock, currently trading at $110.93, flashes bullish signs across key technical indicators. 
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It sits well above short- and medium-term moving averages, with the eight-day simple moving average (SMA) at $103.94, the 20-day SMA at $102.07 and the 50-day SMA at $104.07. 
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) at 1.15 also suggests momentum is on the bulls' side.
However, the 200-day SMA of $110.93 coincides with the price, remaining a hurdle, signaling a potential resistance level.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">AI: A Light At The End Of The NAND Tunnel?</h1>
The market will be laser-focused on how Micron balances the dynamics of two divergent forces:
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<li>NAND Weakness: Elevated inventories and pricing pressure.</li>
<li>AI Opportunities: As Silverman notes, secular growth in AI applications could provide a much-needed boost, potentially offsetting the broader NAND market challenges.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">What's Expected?</h1>
Analysts estimate an EPS of $1.76 and revenue of $8.72 billion. But beyond these numbers, investors will be scrutinizing the company's guidance. Can Micron sustain its AI-driven growth momentum, or will "choppy quarters" in NAND drag it down?
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With Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) prices peaking to all-time high levels, MicroStrategy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy has once again become a focal point in discussions among <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42503221/microstrategy-shares-surge-nearly-7-amid-nasdaq-100-inclusion-and-bitcoins-new-record-high">traders and analysts</a>.
What Happened: In a tweet on Monday, industry expert Alex Kolicich addressed common misconceptions about MSTR in a recent tweet, explaining that the stock is neither a leveraged nor a synthetic call option on Bitcoin. 
Instead, Kolicich pointed out several structural inefficiencies:
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<li>MSTR trades at a 140% premium to its Bitcoin holdings&#8217; net asset value (NAV).</li>
<li>Each $1 invested in MSTR stock provides only $0.45 of Bitcoin exposure, far less than direct Bitcoin ownership.</li>
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Kolicich further <a href="https://x.com/AlexKolicich/status/1868705490387321177">elaborated</a> that MicroStrategy is not leveraged but instead deleveraged, offering reduced Bitcoin exposure compared to direct investments. 
He highlighted alternatives like BITX, which provide 2x leverage without a NAV premium.
Additionally, while traditional call options on assets typically offer leveraged upside due to their long volatility exposure, MSTR's convertible bonds effectively short volatility, diluting shareholder returns as Bitcoin prices rise.
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Why It Matters: Crypto trader TheFlowHorse on Dec. 17 in a post on X emphasized the implications of Saylor&#8217;s aggressive Bitcoin purchases, noting that these acquisitions have significantly raised MicroStrategy's DCA to $61,000. 
This figure is approximately 40% higher than Bitcoin's current price, introducing potential risks if prices fail to recover significantly.
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Analysts warn that while Bitcoin&#8217;s pullbacks have historically been rare, Saylor's strategy could leave MSTR exposed to potential downside risk, especially with its C-Corp structure subject to double taxation, unlike <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42275232/leveraged-microstrategy-etfs-are-playing-with-fire-experts-warn">more efficient ETFs</a>.
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Corvus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRVS#NASDAQ">CRVS</a>) released interim data from a Phase 1 trial evaluating soquelitinib in patients with moderate to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42550503/corvus-pharmaceuticals-announces-interim-data-from-placebo-controlled-phase-1-clinical-trial-of-so" rel="noreferrer noopener">severe atopic dermatitis</a>.&nbsp;
The trial will enroll 64 patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis who previously failed one prior topical or systemic therapy.
These doses were selected based on the company&#8217;s prior experience evaluating soquelitinib in T-cell lymphoma patients.
The company is reporting complete results from Cohort 1 of the trial, which includes 16 patients (12 who received soquelitinib 100 mg oral twice per day and four who received placebo), with follow-up at 28 days and 58 days.
The mean baseline EASI and IGA scores for soquelitinib patients were 20.4 and 3.0, respectively, compared to 18.5 and 3.3 for placebo patients.
EASI scores at 28-day and 58-day follow-up demonstrate a favorable effect of soquelitinib treatment compared to placebo.
The soquelitinib mean EASI score reduction was 55.9% at 28 days (n=12) compared to mean EASI reduction of 27.0% in placebo. At day 58, continued improvement in the soquelitinib group was seen with mean EASI reduction of 69.1% (n=10) compared to mean EASI reduction of 19.1% for the placebo group.
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<li>At day 28, in the soquelitinib group, nine of 12 patients achieved EASI 50; three of 12 achieved EASI 75 and one of 12 achieved EASI 90. Three of the 12 patients achieved IGA 0 or 1. In the placebo group, two of four patients achieved EASI 50 and none achieved EASI 75, EASI 90, or IGA 0 or 1.</li>
<li>At day 58, in the soquelitinib group, nine of 10 patients achieved EASI 50, four of 10 achieved EASI 75 and one of 10 achieved EASI 90. Three of 10 patients achieved IGA 0 or 1. In the placebo group, one in four patients achieved EASI 50, and no patients achieved EASI 75, EASI 90, or IGA 0 or 1.</li>
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No significant safety issues were observed. All the patients completed 28 days of dosing. One patient reported Grade 1 nausea that did not interfere with the subject receiving the full treatment course, and one patient developed COVID-19 on day 28 of treatment; that patient had an uneventful recovery.
Price Action: CRVS stock is down 36.80% at $4.67 at the last check on Wednesday.
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Toyota Motor shares are trading higher. The company announced it received funding from the US Department of Energy for the development of EV battery life cycles.

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NVIDIA shares are trading higher amid overall market strength ahead of the Fed's decision. Additionally, Omdia estimated that Microsoft bought 485,000 of Nvidia's Hopper chips this year.

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Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) shares are trading lower Wednesday, pulling back from a recent surge that saw the stock join the $1 trillion club. Here&#8217;s a look at what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42536512/market-breadth-worsens-as-tech-giants-break-free-from-sp-500-reality-is-this-bullish-or-bearish-for-2025">you need to know</a>.
What To Know: Broadcom shares have been on a tear over the past week, gaining nearly 40% since <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42472970/broadcom-reports-mixed-q4-results-eps-beat-revenues-miss-q1-guidance-in-line-with-estimates">reporting earnings</a>. Broadcom shares soared after the company beat earnings estimates and provided strong guidance for AI-related revenue growth.
Broadcom&#8217;s fourth-quarter revenue was up 51% year-over-year to $14.05 billion, but came up short of estimates of $14.09 billion, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. Despite the miss on overall revenue, Broadcom reported a 220% increase in AI revenue and guided for significant growth in 2025. Positive commentary surrounding AI on the call also helped drive momentum to the upside.
Broadcom CEO Hock Tan said on the call with analysts and investors that he expects the total addressable market for the company&#8217;s AI chips to be between $60 billion and $90 billion over the next few years. He also announced that the company was working on custom AI chips with large cloud customers, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/13/broadcom-stock-jumps-21percent-pushing-company-past-1-trillion-market-cap-for-the-first-time.html">per</a> CNBC.
Reports from last week suggested that Broadcom was working with Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42439155/broadcom-stock-jumps-on-apple-ai-chip-report-whats-going-on">AI chip development</a>. The company is reportedly working on development of an AI server chip&#8217;s networking technology. Broadcom shares got a boost from the news. 
Several analysts have weighed in with positive updates since the company reported fourth-quarter results. Multiple analysts maintained Overweight ratings, while others kept Buy ratings on the name. Newly-issued price targets range from $205 to $255. 
The weakness in Broadcom shares on Wednesday appears to be due to profit-taking in the wake of Broadcom&#8217;s incredible surge above the $1 trillion market cap mark. Broadcom shares hit new all-time highs this week, so the stock is likely to remain volatile as investors try to determine the appropriate value of the stock given the recent string of AI news.
It&#8217;s worth noting that Broadcom was among the top trending stocks on Reddit&#8217;s WallStreetBets on Wednesday, suggesting retail investors are also sizing up the name.
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AVGO Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/avgo">Broadcom shares</a> were down 3.33% at $232.18 at the time of publication Wednesday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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KULR Technology Group, Inc. (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KULR#AMEX">KULR</a>) shares are trading higher on Wednesday after the company announced it regained NYSE stockholder&#8217;s equity required compliance status. Here&#8217;s what you <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42559178/worthington-enterprises-posts-upbeat-results-joins-jabil-archer-aviation-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-wednesday">need to know</a>.
What To Know: The company was previously cited for non-compliance with Sections 1003(a)(i), (ii) and (iii) of Part 10 of the NYSE American Company Guide in December 2023.
KULR has since demonstrated compliance with these standards for two consecutive quarters. Given the company&#8217;s compliance, the company has been removed from NYSE American noncompliant issuers on the exchange&#8217;s website.
How To Buy KULR Shares
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in KULR Tech Gr's case, it is in the Industrials sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
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KULR Price Action: At the time of writing, KULR shares are 76% higher at $2.57, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Broadcom shares are trading lower, pulling back from its recent post-earnings surge.

Commercial Metals's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMC#NYSE">CMC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.18 million shares sold short, which is 3.73% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.24 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Commercial Metals Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734545722_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Commercial Metals has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Commercial Metals's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Commercial Metals's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.58%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Peering Into Commercial Metals's Recent Short Interest

ITT's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITT#NYSE">ITT</a>) short percent of float has risen 29.09% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.34 million shares sold short, which is 2.13% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.97 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>ITT Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734545717_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for ITT 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 ITT's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, ITT's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.33%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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When a listener wrote to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42443203/suze-orman-reveals-the-most-important-money-lesson-shes-learned-after-a-life-changing-health-battle">Suze Orman</a> on the Women &amp; Money podcast, her question wasn't just about capital gains taxes – it was about making a smart financial decision. Susan shared how she grew her investments from $0 to $350,000 in just two years and one standout stock in her portfolio was Palantir.
Susan bought <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42500980/palantir-surges-over-3-in-overnight-trading-after-army-navy-game-spotlight-elon-musk-and-trumps-presence-and-nasdaq-100-inclusion">Palantir</a> at $16 per share, a move inspired by financial advice Orman had previously shared. With the stock now trading around $70, Susan wondered if selling would trigger capital gains taxes – and if there was any way to avoid them. Here's what Orman had to say.
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<li>Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire with $1,000,000 saved?<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/1milsaved"> The percentage may shock you</a>.</li>
<li>It&#8217;s no wonder Jeff Bezos holds over $70 million in art — <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/masterworks">this alternative asset has outpaced the S&amp;P 500 since 1995, delivering an average annual return of 11.4%. Here&#8217;s how everyday investors are getting started.</a></li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Are Capital Gains Taxes?</h2>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41647348/how-do-trump-harris-compare-on-capital-gains-taxes">Capital gains taxes</a> apply when you sell an asset, like stock, for more than you paid. In Susan's case, if she sells Palantir at $70 per share after buying it at $16, she would realize a gain of $54 per share. The IRS taxes this gain based on how long you've held the stock.
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<li>Short-term gains (held for one year or less) are taxed at the same rate as your ordinary income.</li>
<li>Long-term gains (held for over a year) are taxed at lower rates – 0%, 15% or 20% – depending on your taxable income.</li>
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For investors like Susan, who have held Palantir for over a year, the long-term capital gains tax rate likely applies. Unfortunately, there's no way to completely avoid capital gains taxes if you sell.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Orman's Take: "Should You Sell?"</h2>
Orman asked Susan to reconsider her strategy and stop thinking about the taxes. She said to determine whether selling Palantir is even the right move. She noted that Palantir could rise further, potentially reaching $85 or even $100, according to Keith Fitzgerald, a market expert she often references.
But she also emphasized the importance of managing risk. "Keith also has a rule," Orman explained. "Once you&#8217;ve doubled your money – in your case, from $16 to $32 – you should take those shares off the table." In Susan's case, this would mean selling enough stock to recoup her original investment and letting the remaining shares ride.
This approach protects the initial capital while allowing for further potential growth – essentially turning the rest of the investment into a "free trade."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Options to Consider</h2>
Orman also offers some alternative strategies if holding her Palantir stock makes Susan uneasy:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Sell half: This reduces stock exposure while keeping a stake in its future growth.</li>
<li>Reinvest profits: Susan could sell and use the proceeds to diversify her portfolio or buy into other promising investments.</li>
<li>Wait for a dip: Selling now and waiting for Palantir&#8217;s value to drop could present a new buying opportunity.</li>
</ul>
Orman acknowledged her experience with Palantir, explaining that she and her wife, KT, have held significant shares despite several opportunities to sell. Their decision is based on their trust in the stock's long-term potential.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Takeaway</h2>
Ultimately, the question isn't just about capital gains taxes – it's about aligning financial decisions with your goals and comfort level. If Susan sells, she will owe taxes on her gains. However, as Orman points out, the bigger consideration is whether selling Palantir aligns with her overall <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/41991146/suze-orman-says-this-investment-can-make-your-kids-rich-by-retirement-you-have-a-golden-opportunity-to-launch-them-to-their-first-million">investment strategy</a>.
For investors in similar situations, it's important to weigh the benefits of cashing out against the potential for further growth. Consulting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-online-financial-advisors">financial advisor</a> can also help tailor a plan for your circumstances.
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Honeywell Intl's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NYSE">HON</a>) short percent of float has fallen 21.34% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.38 million shares sold short, which is 1.29% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.23 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Honeywell Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734545712_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Honeywell Intl has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Honeywell Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Honeywell Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.81%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Peering Into Honeywell Intl's Recent Short Interest

On Wednesday, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced significant measures to protect consumers from deceptive <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/credit-cards" rel="noreferrer noopener">credit card</a> practices and help them save money on interest and fees.
These efforts include issuing a circular to law enforcement agencies, publishing new research on retail credit cards, and launching a comparison tool to aid consumers in navigating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-takes-action-on-bait-and-switch-credit-card-rewards-tactics/" rel="noreferrer noopener">credit card market</a>.
Investors will closely watch credit card companies, including Visa Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), Mastercard Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), American Express Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), Affirm Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>), Corpay, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPAY#NYSE">CPAY</a>), Global Payments Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) and Shift4 Payments, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOUR#NYSE">FOUR</a>).
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According to the CFPB, some credit card issuers may be engaging in illegal practices such as devaluing rewards points or miles, making it difficult for consumers to redeem promised benefits.
The agency highlighted that companies could face penalties if they fail to deliver advertised rewards, mislead users with hidden terms, or revoke rewards through unclear policies.
The circular aims to deter companies from engaging in bait-and-switch tactics and to encourage fair competition within the credit card industry.
As part of its ongoing research, the CFPB discovered that retail credit cards often charge higher interest rates than general-purpose cards. According to the study, more than 90% of retail cards carry a maximum annual percentage rate (APR) above 30%, compared to just 38% for non-retail cards.
Retail cards, frequently promoted during peak shopping seasons, also account for a disproportionate share of late fees, highlighting potential consumer risks.
The CFPB unveiled its &#8220;Explore Credit Cards&#8221; tool to address these concerns, designed to provide unbiased information about over 500 credit cards. Unlike traditional comparison sites, this platform enables users to compare cards based on interest rates, fees, and rewards without pay-to-play promotions.
Earlier this year, the CFPB revealed that larger credit card issuers charge significantly higher interest rates than smaller banks and credit unions. By making average interest rate data publicly accessible, the CFPB aims to empower consumers to make informed decisions and find the best rates tailored to their needs.
The CFPB plans to continue monitoring the credit card market and welcomes voluntary data contributions from additional issuers to enhance its comparison tool further.
In October, the CFPB ordered Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) to pay <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41501333/apple-goldman-sachs-fined-89-million-over-apple-card-missteps-government-watchdog-orders-victim-comp" rel="noreferrer noopener">$89 million in fines</a> for deceptive practices regarding the Apple Card.
In December, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>) Wealth Management agreed to pay a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42405341/morgan-stanley-agrees-to-pay-15m-penalty-to-settle-sec-charges-over-advisors-stealing-client-funds" rel="noreferrer noopener">$15 million fine</a> after the SEC found the firm failed to prevent financial advisors from using client funds to cover personal credit card bills. The SEC investigation uncovered gaps in supervisory practices between 2015 and 2022, allowing unauthorized Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers to advisors&#8217; accounts.
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