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FTAI Aviation Ltd is a aerospace company .It owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 engines. FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. It invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

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FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) has been analyzed by 9 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<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>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</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 $162.11, with a high estimate of $190.00 and a low estimate of $100.00. This current average has increased by 6.22% from the previous average price target of $152.62. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741039273_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of FTAI Aviation 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.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Frank Galanti</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
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<td>Ken Herbert</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
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<td>Frank Galanti</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$167.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Myles Walton</td>
<td>Wolfe Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Andre Madrid</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Frank Galanti</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$167.00</td>
<td>$156.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kristine Liwag</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
<td>$148.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Giuliano Bologna</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$181.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to FTAI Aviation. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of FTAI Aviation compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for FTAI Aviation's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into FTAI Aviation's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FTAI/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on FTAI Aviation analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About FTAI Aviation</h2>
FTAI Aviation Ltd is a aerospace company .It owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 engines. FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. It invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.
<h3>FTAI Aviation: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: FTAI Aviation displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 60.01%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: FTAI Aviation's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 16.78%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): FTAI Aviation's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 83.23% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): FTAI Aviation's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.17% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: FTAI Aviation's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 27.19, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Stifel analyst Frank Galanti downgrades FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) from Buy to Hold and raises the price target from $100 to $123.

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Stifel Downgrades FTAI Aviation to Hold, Raises Price Target to $123

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FTAI Aviation shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q4 financial results.

Outlook
FTAI continues to expect 2025 Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $1.1 to $1.15 billion from its reportable segments, comprised of approximately $500 million from Aviation Leasing and approximately $600 to $650 million from Aerospace Products. 2025 Adjusted EBITDA guidance reflects the following assumptions: (i) an average of 100 modules per quarter produced at the Company's Montreal facility in fiscal year 2025, (ii) net Aerospace margins in line with or better than those for fiscal year 2024, and (iii) 25 to 35 V2500 engine MRE transactions for fiscal year 2025.
Additionally, FTAI is increasing its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA from its reportable segments from its previously projected $1.25 billion to be approximately $1.4 billion, which reflects expected incremental upside from SCI.
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<td>For definitions and reconciliations of non-GAAP measures, please refer to the exhibit to this press release.</td>
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<td>2025 target adjusted free cash flow is based on management's current expectations and means target 2025 Adjusted EBITDA excluding gains on sales, including SCI sale proceeds, less estimated equity in SCI and replacement capital expenditures, related interest expense, maintenance capital expenditures, corporate expenses and working capital.</td>
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FTAI Sees FY25 Adj. EBITDA ~$1.1B-$1.15B; Increases FY26 Adj. EBITDA Guidance From $1.25B To $1.4B

FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.84 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.89 by 5.62 percent. This is a 22.94 percent decrease over earnings of $1.09 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $498.82 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $509.23 million by 2.04 percent. This is a 59.50 percent increase over sales of $312.74 million the same period last year.

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FTAI Aviation Q4 EPS $0.84 Misses $0.89 Estimate, Sales $498.82M Miss $509.23M Estimate

FTAI Aviation Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) shares are trading higher by 7.14% to $142.45 during Wednesday&#8217;s session after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43967509/ftais-strategic-capital-initiative-secures-commitment-for-2-5-billion-of-asset-level-debt-financin">secured $2.5 billion</a> of asset-level debt financing.
What To Know: FTAI Aviation has secured a $2.5 billion asset-level debt financing commitment for its Strategic Capital Initiative, led by ATLAS SP Partners and Deutsche Bank. 
The funding will enable SCI to deploy over $4 billion into mid-life, on-lease Boeing 737NG and Airbus A320ceo aircraft while maintaining an asset-light model.
FTAI's Maintenance, Repair and Exchange business will exclusively support the engines through exchanges. CEO Joseph P. Adams emphasized the company&#8217;s expansion in the $22 billion aerospace maintenance sector, while ATLAS SP executives highlighted strong industry tailwinds and future financing opportunities.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy FTAI Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in FTAI Aviation 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.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, FTAI has a 52-week high of $181.64 and a 52-week low of $54.84.

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FTAI Aviation shares are trading higher after the company secured $2.5 billion of asset-level debt financing.

FTAI believes this debt financing will provide the SCI the ability to deploy $4.0+ billion of total capital into on-lease 737NG and A320ceo aircraft while allowing FTAI to maintain an asset-light business model. All engines owned by the SCI will be powered exclusively via engine and module exchanges with FTAI's Maintenance, Repair and Exchange ("MRE") business.

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FTAI Aviation's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NYSE">FTAI</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.59% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.75 million shares sold short, which is 5.67% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 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>FTAI Aviation Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for FTAI Aviation 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 FTAI Aviation'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>, FTAI Aviation's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.19%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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FTAI Aviation shares are trading lower, pulling back after rising on Thursday.

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) shares are trading higher Thursday following a major announcement that addressed recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43857149/deadline-alert-for-ftai-sqxyz-and-crox-the-law-offices-of-frank-r-cruz-reminds-investors-of-class-">short-seller reports. </a>
What To Know: The company revealed that its Audit Committee, with the help of independent legal and forensic accounting advisors, had reviewed the allegations made in January. After conducting a review, FTAI confirmed that the claims were unfounded and without merit.
&#8220;After a thorough and comprehensive review with the support of our independent legal and forensic accounting advisors, we have determined that the assertions made in the short seller reports are unsupported and have no merit. The Audit Committee and full Board continue to take seriously our responsibility to FTAI shareholders to maintain high standards of corporate governance and internal compliance and financial reporting controls, as well as transparent and timely disclosure,&#8221; commented Paul R. Goodwin, Chair of the Audit Committee.
The company also reassured investors that it plans to file its Form 10-K on schedule. This filing, expected on Feb. 26, after market close, will include FTAI&#8217;s financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024.
The swift recovery in FTAI&#8217;s stock potentially reflects market confidence in the company&#8217;s proactive response to the allegations. Analysts and shareholders are likely to view the company&#8217;s commitment to transparency and governance standards positively.
FTAI Price Action: FTAI shares were up 13.1% at $142.21 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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FTAI Aviation Shares Surge After Resolving Short Seller Allegations

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones falling over 1% on Thursday.
Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) rose sharply during Thursday's session after the company reported third-quarter financial results and beat its adjusted EPADS and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43846533/alibaba-q3-earnings-revenue-and-eps-beat-eyes-global-e-commerce-profitability-in-fy25-increase-investments-in-ai">revenue estimates</a>.
The Jack Ma co-founded e-commerce giant reported fiscal third-quarter 2024 revenue growth of 8% year-on-year to $38.38 billion, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $38.19 billion. Adjusted earnings per ADS of $2.93 beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.66. Adjusted net income rose 7% Y/Y to $7 billion.
Alibaba Group shares jumped 9.5% to $137.77 on Thursday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
<ul>
<li>Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLF#NYSE">HLF</a>) shares jumped 42.5% to $8.01 after the company reported fourth-quarter EPS and revenue above estimates.</li>
<li>Unity Software Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>) gained 26.6% to $27.19 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MD#NYSE">MD</a>) rose 20.5% to $17.01 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) gained 13.8% to $143.11 after the company determined that allegations from recent short seller reports were without merit and said it expects to file its 10-K on time.</li>
<li>Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAS#NASDAQ">HAS</a>) gained 13.4% to $69.36 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Shake Shack Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHAK#NYSE">SHAK</a>) rose 12.7% to $125.32 after the company reported quarterly EPS and revenue above estimates.</li>
<li>Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BHC#NYSE">BHC</a>) gained 10.7% to $7.21 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly sales.</li>
<li>Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MFC#NYSE">MFC</a>) rose 7.3% to $31.96 after the company announced a dividend raise and a reduction in its shares outstanding through a normal course issuer bid.</li>
<li>STMicroelectronics N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STM#NYSE">STM</a>) gained 6.2% to $28.13. The company is preparing to launch its next-generation technologies aimed at improving optical connections within data centers and AI clusters.</li>
</ul>
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Intraday Update

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Alibaba, Hasbro, Shake Shack, Bausch Health And Other Big Stocks Moving Higher On Thursday

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$62.3K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LYFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$147.0K</td>
<td>253</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$38.5K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>365</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$196.2K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>336</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HWM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$45.5K</td>
<td>4</td>
<td>215</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$100.9K</td>
<td>252</td>
<td>191</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VRT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$65.7K</td>
<td>698</td>
<td>176</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$48.8K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>493</td>
<td>92</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FTAI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$54.8K</td>
<td>595</td>
<td>82</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For DAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 29 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 162 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.3K, with a price of $385.0 per contract. There were 10939 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1188 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LYFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYFT#NASDAQ">LYFT</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 211 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $147.0K, with a price of $147.0 per contract. There were 253 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1026 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 666 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $350.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.5K, with a price of $385.0 per contract. There were 1928 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 365 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 29 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 370 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $196.2K, with a price of $535.0 per contract. There were 3246 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 336 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For HWM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 85 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 130 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.5K, with a price of $350.0 per contract. There were 4 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 215 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CAT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 56 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 48 contract(s) at a $340.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $100.9K, with a price of $2105.0 per contract. There were 252 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 191 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding VRT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 330 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 44 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $65.7K, with a price of $1495.0 per contract. There were 698 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 176 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 122 contract(s) at a $205.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.8K, with a price of $400.0 per contract. There were 1949 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 150 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UBER (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 176 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 17 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $1720.0 per contract. There were 493 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 92 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FTAI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 56 day(s) on April 17, 2025. Parties traded 14 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $54.8K, with a price of $3920.0 per contract. There were 595 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 82 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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UBER

10 Industrials Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

FTAI Aviation shares are trading higher after the company determined that allegations from recent short seller reports were without merit and said it expects to file its 10-K on time.

Paul R. Goodwin, Chair of the Audit Committee, commented, "After a thorough and comprehensive review with the support of our independent legal and forensic accounting advisors, we have determined that the assertions made in the short seller reports are unsupported and have no merit."

FTAI Aviation Says Determined That Allegations Made By Certain Short Seller Reports In January 2025 Against Company Are Without Merit; Expects To File 10-K Timely

FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 31.65% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 44.26%. Currently, FTAI Aviation has a market capitalization of $11.22 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FTAI: If an investor had bought $1000 of FTAI stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $6,248.11 today based on a price of $109.45 for FTAI at the time of writing.
<h3>FTAI Aviation's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739571308_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In FTAI Aviation 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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FTAI Deadline Approaching on March 18, 2025: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds FTAI Aviation Ltd. (FTAI) Investors of Class Action Lawsuit Deadline

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FTAI Deadline: FTAI Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K Have Opportunity to Lead FTAI Aviation Ltd. Securities Fraud Lawsuit

FTAI Aviation Ltd. Sued for Securities Law Violations - Investors Should Contact The Gross Law Firm for More Information - FTAI

FTAI Investors Have Opportunity to Lead FTAI Aviation Ltd. Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm

The Gross Law Firm Reminds FTAI Aviation Ltd. Investors of the Pending Class Action Lawsuit with a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of March 18, 2025 – FTAI

FTAI Investor Reminder: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds Investors of Deadline in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against FTAI Aviation Ltd. (FTAI)

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in FTAI Aviation Ltd. of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - FTAI

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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
10:05 AMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$120.00	Apr 17, 2025	43	173	156	7	2591	SWEEP	BULLISH
09:56 AMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$110.00	Mar 21, 2025	16	160	149	9	1854	TRADE	BULLISH