La cadena de opciones muestra datos clave de las opciones de acciones de IntL Money Express a varios precios de ejercicio y fechas de vencimiento. Los operadores utilizan esta información para analizar posibles operaciones y evaluar el sentimiento del mercado para IntL Money Express..

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International Money Express Inc is a processor of money transfer services in the USA to the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) corridor. The company offers wire transfer, money order, Foreign exchange, and cash checking services, while the majority of the revenue is derived from wire transfer and money order fees. The firm's business is organized around one reportable segment that provides money remittance services between the U.S. and Canada to Mexico, Guatemala, and other countries in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

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Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>) raced past Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) to become the week&#8217;s best performer after a searing double-digit rally on Thursday.
What happened: ADA spiked over 10% in the last 24 hours to reach its highest level since July 23. The rally catapulted the coin to the second spot in the top 24-hour gainers list, far outpacing market heavyweights like Bitcoin and Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>).
With the latest upswing, ADA's weekly gains jumped to nearly 22%, making it the best-performing top 10 cryptocurrencies during the last seven days. The coin overwhelmingly surpassed Bitcoin&#8217;s returns over the week spurred by Donald Trump&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election">victory </a>in the presidential election.
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The coin, often dubbed an&nbsp;&#8220;Ethereum Killer,&#8221; witnessed significant interest from whale investors, evidenced by a 31% surge in transactions exceeding $100,000 in value, <a href="https://app.intotheblock.com/">according </a>to IntoTheBlock.&nbsp;
Daily active addresses also rose 21% in the last 24 hours, lending credence to the high network activity.
However, the surge in usage appeared to be driven by profit-taking, as the total balance held by long-term holders of ADA fell by 0.28%.&nbsp;
The latest uptick contrasted with ADA's lackluster year-to-date performance. This year, the coin has lost over 30% of its value, while Bitcoin and Ethereum have gained 71% and 29%, respectively.
Price Action: At the time of writing, ADA was exchanging hands at $0.4134, up 11.65% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on Thursday, bringing the federal funds rate to 4.5%-4.75%, its lowest since February 2023. The Fed&#8217;s statement acknowledged solid economic growth and easing inflation but omitted prior language on confidence in reaching the 2% inflation target.
On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat at 43,729.34 and the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.7% to 5,973.10 while the Nasdaq spiked 1.5% to 19,269.46.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) closed the day with a 3.35% gain at $10.04. The stock&#8217;s intraday high and low were $10.24 and $9.81, respectively, with a 52-week range of $24.61 to $8.26. Rivian reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41825787/rivian-q3-earnings-highlights-revenue-eps-miss-ceo-confident-in-q4-gross-profit-r2-being-fundamenta">third-quarter revenue</a> of $874 million, missing the Street consensus estimate of $1.00 billion. 
DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>) ended the day with a 1.91% increase at $38.98. The stock&#8217;s intraday high and low were $39.38 and $38.3, respectively, with a 52-week range of $49.57 to $28.69. DraftKings reported third-quarter revenue of $1.095 billion, up 39% year-over-year, but <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41826834/draftkings-q3-highlights-revenue-miss-2024-guidance-trim-first-2025-outlook-ceo-reaffirms-focus-on-">missed the Street consensus estimate</a>.
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Block, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>) fell by 3.05% to close at $75.27. The stock&#8217;s intraday high and low were $78.08 and $74.94, respectively, with a 52-week range of $87.52 to $50.63. The Jack Dorsey-led company reported quarterly earnings of 88 cents per share, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41826457/block-shares-sink-after-mixed-q3-results-eps-beat-revenues-miss">beating the analyst consensus estimate</a>, but revenue missed the consensus estimate. 
Pinterest Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>) saw a 0.50% increase to close at $33.93. The stock&#8217;s intraday high and low were $34.65 and $33.91, respectively, with a 52-week range of $45.19 to $27. Pinterest reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41827920/pinterest-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-soft-guidance-ai-investments-paying-off-and-more">third-quarter revenue</a> of $898 million, beating the consensus estimate, but earnings per share missed analyst estimates. 
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) rose by 2.90% to close at $296.91. The stock&#8217;s intraday high and low were $299.75 and $285.52, respectively, with a 52-week range of $299.75 to $138.8. Elon Musk&#8217;s net worth <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41813356/elon-musks-net-worth-soars-by-26-5-billion-in-single-day-after-tesla-stock-surges-post-trump-vic">soared by $26.5 billion</a> in a single day following Donald Trump&#8217;s victory in the 2024 election. 
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Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives predicts Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) could see significant gains under a potential second Donald Trump presidency, particularly in advancing its Full Self-Driving technology.
What Happened: Ives suggested Trump&#8217;s return to office could accelerate Tesla&#8217;s autonomous driving initiatives, in a Bloomberg TV interview, potentially unlocking what he <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41794926/trump-white-house-could-unlock-trillion-dollar-ai-potential-for-tesla-says-dan-ives">estimates as $1 trillion in value</a>.
&#8220;Tesla and [Elon] Musk are the big winners in this Trump sweepstakes,&#8221; Ives said, pointing to possible regulatory fast-tracking of autonomous vehicle technology. He projects the deployment of &#8220;cyber cabs&#8221; could come as early as 2026 or 2027.
The analyst also indicated that a Trump presidency might lead to leadership changes at the Federal Trade Commission, noting that current FTC Chair Lina Khan&#8216;s potential departure could benefit big tech companies&#8217; merger and acquisition activities.
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&mdash; Dan Ives (@DivesTech) <a href="https://twitter.com/DivesTech/status/1854650365095936398?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Meanwhile, the stock market has also reacted positively to Trump&#8217;s victory, with Jim Cramer <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41798981/jim-cramer-calls-trumps-return-to-white-house-a-huge-win-for-the-stock-market">calling it a &#8216;huge win for the stock market&#8217;</a>. The conclusion of the election has brought relief to traders, who are now preparing for a Trump administration and its anticipated pro-business policies.
Price Action: Tesla&#8217;s stock closed at $296.91 on Thursday, up 2.9% for the day. In after-hours trading, it rose an additional 0.66%. Year-to-date, Tesla&#8217;s stock has climbed by 19.52%, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Detroit is set to become the first major U.S. city to accept cryptocurrency for taxes and other city fees, top officials from the city said in a Thursday press release.
What Happened: Residents would have the option to use cryptocurrencies to pay for utilities through a secure platform managed by PayPal. This initiative was part of a broader strategy to tap blockchain technology to enhance public services and boost civic engagement in the city.
&#8220;Detroit is fostering a technology-friendly environment that empowers residents and entrepreneurs,&#8221; said Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. &#8220;We are thrilled to be among the first major U.S. cities to explore blockchain&#8217;s civic applications and offer residents the option to use cryptocurrency for payments.&#8221;
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The new payment option is projected to be available by mid-2025, Treasurer Nikhil Patel added. The city would also encourage blockchain innovators to propose their ideas for civic applications to Justin Onwenu, Detroit's first Director of Entrepreneurship and Economic Opportunity.
Williston in North Dakota and Miami Lakes in Florida are the cities that accept cryptocurrencies for utility bill payments, while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/03/26357488/in-colorado-you-can-pay-taxes-in-crypto-will-other-states-follow">Colorado </a>and Utah allow their residents to pay state taxes using digital assets.
Why It Matters: Detroit&#8217;s move to accept cryptocurrency payments aligns with the state of Michigan&#8217;s growing interest in cryptocurrencies. 
According to a recent SEC filing, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41723555/michigan-pension-fund-invests-10m-in-ethereum-etfs-exceeds-bitcoin-holdings">Michigan State Pension Fund invested $10 million</a> in Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETHE#NYSE">ETHE</a>), the largest Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) exchange-traded fund (ETF) as of this writing.
In doing so, it surpassed its $7 million allocation in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ETFs. 
Earlier in May, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/39006923/university-of-michigan-endowment-increases-its-crypto-investments-follows-harvard-and-yale">University of Michigan&#8217;s endowment increased its investments in cryptocurrency</a>, following the footsteps of Harvard and Yale. The university invested in a crypto fund from Andreessen Horowitz, indicating a growing acceptance of digital currencies among large funds and endowments.
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Leading economists offered contrasting views on Thursday after the Federal Reserve&#8217;s 25-basis-point rate cut, with some warning of persistent inflation risks while others supported the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/11/41826586/wall-street-closes-at-record-highs-after-reassurance-from-powell-magnificent-7-hit-17-trillion-tre">central bank&#8217;s gradual easing approach</a>.
What Happened: Jason Furman, a key figure in 44th U.S. President Barack Obama&#8217;s administration expressed skepticism about the Fed&#8217;s balanced risk assessment, pointing to concerning inflation indicators. 
&#8220;Core PCE inflation is 2.7% (above target),&#8221; Furman noted on X, warning that inflation could climb to &#8220;2.8% or possibly even 2.9%.&#8221; He suggested this trend could complicate the Fed&#8217;s planned rate reduction schedule unless labor markets weaken significantly.
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&mdash; Jason Furman (@jasonfurman) <a href="https://twitter.com/jasonfurman/status/1854604354738913596?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Economist Peter Schiff delivered sharp criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell&#8216;s inflation-targeting strategy, citing structural challenges. 
&#8220;The Fed cut interest rates by 25 basis points, claiming they&#8217;re confident they&#8217;ll achieve their long-term inflation target of 2%,&#8221; Schiff wrote on X. &#8220;Powell can&#8217;t possibly believe that, considering a $36 trillion National Debt and the prospect of 2025 tax cuts sending demand and deficits soaring.&#8221;
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Wells Fargo struck a more moderate tone, with strategist Luis Alvarado <a href="https://x.com/yahoofinance/status/1854542364607447185?s=46">telling</a> Yahoo Finance they expect &#8220;another [cut] in December,&#8221; while maintaining flexibility about 2025 policy adjustments.
Why It Matters: The Fed&#8217;s decision, which lowered rates to 4.5%-4.75%, came amid robust economic indicators including 2.8% second-quarter GDP growth. Powell dismissed October&#8217;s weak employment data as temporary, citing strikes and weather disruptions.
Markets responded modestly to the day&#8217;s events, with the U.S. Dollar Index dipping 0.07% to 104.44 and the 10-year Treasury yield inching up to 4.353%.
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) closed at $595.61, up 0.77%, with a modest after-hours increase of 0.02%. The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) finished at $236.38, down 0.35%, though it rose 0.15% in after-hours trading.
The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.74%, reaching a record high of 5,973.10, while the Nasdaq advanced 1.51% to 19,269.46, marking its first close above 19,000. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was largely unchanged, ticking down by less than one point to end at 43,729.34.
S&amp;P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq 100 futures were flat. On the currency front, the Japanese Yen held steady at $0.0065, while the Euro slipped by 0.11% to $1.0788.
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On Thursday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest made significant trades, with Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Reddit Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>), and Amazon.com, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) taking center stage.
The Palantir Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s move to sell Palantir shares comes amid a tumultuous day for the company. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41808861/whats-going-on-with-palantir-stock-thursday">Palantir&#8217;s shares</a> experienced a rollercoaster ride, initially dipping due to a downgrade from Jefferies, only to bounce back following an announced partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Anthropic.
Despite Jefferies analyst Brent Thill downgrading Palantir from a Hold rating to an Underperform rating due to valuation concerns, the company&#8217;s stock has seen a surge of over 220% since the start of the year. This includes a 30% increase in just the past week, largely driven by strong quarterly results fueled by &#8220;unrelenting&#8221; AI demand.
Ark offloaded 264,513 Palantir shares on Thursday through its ARK Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>) and Ark Fintech Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKF#NYSE">ARKF</a>) funds, with the transaction valued at $14.8 million based on a closing share price of $55.88.
The Tesla Trade
Ark sold 85,019 shares of Elon Musk-led Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>). Wood has been on a Tesla share-selling spree of late. The latest transaction, which came through ARKK, was valued at $25.24 million.
Wood&#8217;s firm estimates that Tesla&#8217;s driverless ride-hailing service could <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41593922/cathie-woods-ark-invest-sees-tesla-unlocking-11-trillion-revenue-potential-with-rob">access an $11 trillion revenue</a> market by leveraging low operating costs to undercut existing ride-hailing prices. Tesla plans to debut this service next year in Texas and California, starting with drivers and aiming for fully autonomous rides as regulations allow.
The Reddit Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s trade with Reddit comes at a time when the company is making significant strides in the social media space. Reddit&#8217;s market cap <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/11/41773982/reddit-overtakes-snap-in-market-value-after-election-day-rally">recently surpassed</a> that of Snap Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAP#NYSE">SNAP</a>), reaching $21.5 billion after a 12% climb on Election Day. This is a notable achievement for the social media platform operator, which has a user base and revenue one-fourth the size of Snap&#8217;s.
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The Wood-led firm sold 62,389 Reddit shares from its ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>) fund on Thursday, a transaction valued at $8.2 million. Reddit shares closed the day 8.6% higher at $131.44.
The Amazon.com Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s decision to purchase Amazon shares comes at a time when insiders at the e-commerce giant have been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41763411/jeff-bezos-sells-214m-worth-of-amazon-shares-in-latest-stock-move-heres-how-much-he-still-owns">selling off their shares</a>. According to a recent Benzinga report, Jeff Bezos, Amazon&#8217;s executive chair, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41763411/jeff-bezos-sells-214m-worth-of-amazon-shares-in-latest-stock-move-heres-how-much-he-still-owns">recently sold</a> 1.07 million shares of Amazon stock at $200.07 per share, raking in approximately $213.8 million. This left Bezos with 926.41 million shares of Amazon.
Bezos was not the only Amazon insider selling shares. Recently, director Jonathan Rubinstein also offloaded $1 million worth of shares, while Douglas Herrington, CEO of Worldwide Amazon Stores, sold $696,360 worth of Amazon shares.
Ark acquired 150,675 Amazon shares through its ARKK fund, a transaction valued at $31.6 million. Amazon's stock closed Thursday at $210.16, up 1.5%. Other Key Trades:
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Green Thumb Industries Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTBIF#OTC">GTBIF</a>) (CSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTII#CSE">GTII</a>), a <a href="http://benzinga.com/cannabis">cannabis</a> consumer packaged goods company with headquarters in Chicago and owner of RISE Dispensaries, announced its financial results Thursday for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Q3 2024 Financial Highlights</h4>
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<li>Revenue reached $287 million, marking a 4% increase from the previous year.</li>
<li>Net income was $8.6 million or $0.04 per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of $10.5 million, or income of $0.05 per basic and diluted share in the prior year period.</li>
<li>Adjusted EBITDA came in at $89.2 million, representing 31.1% of revenue, up from $83.0 million or 30.1% in Q3 2023.</li>
<li>Gross profit totaled $147.6 million, up from $133.8 million or 48.6% year-over-year.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cash Flow And Cost Management Gains</h3>
Green Thumb's operational strategies also strengthened profitability. The company posted a gross profit of $147.6 million, representing 51.4% of revenue. This margin reflects effective cost management despite ongoing price pressures in certain markets. Total cash flow from operations for the first nine months of 2024 reached $152 million, net of $88 million in tax payments.
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Financially, Green Thumb <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40834346/cannabis-giant-green-thumb-secures-150m-credit-facility-strengthens-our-already-clean-balance-sh">secured a five-year, $150 million credit facility</a>, strengthening its liquidity and enabling the retirement of $225 million in senior secured debt due in April 2025. Furthermore, the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40876634/cannabis-giant-green-thumb-confirms-50m-share-repurchase-program-ceo-open-to-m-a-and-unique-inve">authorized a $50 million share repurchase program</a>, allowing it to buy back subordinate voting shares through September 2025.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Management Commentary</h3>
Green Thumb CEO Ben Kovler highlighted the company's "impressive results" and noted the strategic impact of a new $150 million loan facility. He <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/11/07/2977105/0/en/Green-Thumb-Industries-Reports-Third-Quarter-2024-Results.html">said</a> the funding enables Green Thumb to retire its previous debt early, strengthening its balance sheet and supporting its brand-building focus as it continues to expand in the U.S. cannabis market.
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"As we begin our second decade as a company, we are even more confident in the future of cannabis in America as a means for well-being, and America needs a healthy dose of well-being now more than ever," added Kovler.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Green Thumb Expands Dispensary Network, Eyes Continued U.S. Growth</h3>
Beyond financial maneuvers, Green Thumb continued its retail expansion with the opening of four new RISE dispensaries in Q3: three in Florida and one in New York. These additions bring Green Thumb's footprint to 21 dispensaries in Florida and 99 locations nationwide, broadening its access to a growing market of medical and recreational cannabis consumers. In addition, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40742561/ohios-cannabis-sales-reach-44m-as-new-customers-just-keep-coming-and-demand-is-not-slowing">the company launched legal cannabis sales across its Ohio</a> RISE dispensaries.
With an expanding retail presence and a reinforced balance sheet, Green Thumb's leadership says it is optimistic. &#8220;We look forward to meeting the patient community and our new neighbors at our upcoming grand opening event on December 13, where we will support the local organization Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC),&#8221; <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/11/07/2976508/0/en/Green-Thumb-Expands-Florida-Retail-Footprint-with-the-Opening-of-RISE-Orlando-on-Good-Homes-Road-on-November-8.html">said</a> Green Thumb president Anthony Georgiadis, signaling confidence in the company's continued growth amid the evolving U.S. cannabis landscape.
GTBIF Price Action GTBIF's shares were trading 3.51% higher at $9.25 per share at market close on Thursday.
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Bitcoin tapped an all-time high, and Ethereum soared as the Federal Reserve's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41820253/fed-cuts-interest-rates-to-lowest-since-february-2023-sticks-to-data-driven-path">latest quarter-point rate cut</a> boosted market momentum on Thursday.
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<td>+1.46%</td>
<td>$76,365.42</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>+8.52%</td>
<td>$2,938.85</td>
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<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>-0.92%</td>
<td>$0.1943</td>
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What Happened: The world's largest cryptocurrency hit a new all-time high at $76,872.61, barely two days after creating records on the day of the U.S. presidential election.
Ethereum powered above $2,900 for the first time in more than three months in a late-evening rally.
Bitcoin's market dominance rose above 60%, following a 3.44 percentage point gain in the last 24 hours, while Ethereum also saw a minor increase in market share.
In the past 24 hours, 89,458 traders were liquidated, with the total liquidations coming in at $311.71 million. Short-leveraged traders saw $186 million worth of their positions evaporate in the rally.
Bitcoin's Open Interest rose 2.88%, indicating an influx of fresh money in the derivatives market.
Bitcoin's Relative Strength Index (RSI) went into the overbought territory, as per TradingView, strengthening the case of a pullback.
That said, market sentiment cooled from "Extreme Greed" to "Greed," as per the Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index.
Top Gainers (24-Hours)
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<td>+14.24%</td>
<td>$4.82</td>
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<td>+13.49%</td>
<td>$0.4133</td>
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<td>+13.17%</td>
<td>$0.6774</td>
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The global cryptocurrency stood at $2.5 trillion, following a marginal contraction of 0.57% in the last 24 hours.
Stocks extended their winning streak on Thursday. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.74% to close at a new record high of 5,973.10. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite added 1.51% to end at 19,269.46, marking its first close above 19,000.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average traded near the flatline, dropping just 0.59 points to 43,729.34.
The upswing followed the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41820253/fed-cuts-interest-rates-to-lowest-since-february-2023-sticks-to-data-driven-path">Fed's 0.25 percentage point cut</a>, bringing the federal funds rate to a target range of 4.5% to 4.75%, the lowest since February 2023.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/11/41826586/wall-street-closes-at-record-highs-after-reassurance-from-powell-magnificent-7-hit-17-trillion-tre">possibility of more easing in the future</a> but refrained from signaling a specific rate cut at the December meeting, stressing a data-dependent approach.
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Analyst Notes: Popular cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez said that Bitcoin can hit a local top of $85,360 if it maintains support above $71,489, according to the MVRV Deviation Pricing Bands.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">If <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> maintains support above $71,489, the next local top could be around $85,360, based on the MVRV Deviation Pricing Bands. <a href="https://t.co/ilvzI5iNPO">pic.twitter.com/ilvzI5iNPO</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1854659596285043004?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Martinez also drew attention to the impending "altcoin season."&nbsp;
"This could be the ideal time to stack up on altcoins, as history shows that altseason often follows shortly after," the analyst added, referring to the ongoing dominance of Bitcoin.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Altseason hasn't even begun! We're in that part of the cycle where <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> is still outpacing <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ethereum</a>—totally normal at this stage. This could be the ideal time to stack up on altcoins, as history shows that altseason often follows shortly after. <a href="https://t.co/jxANVYk8kt">pic.twitter.com/jxANVYk8kt</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1854623178523328901?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Widely-followed cryptocurrency analyst, going by the pseudonym Wolf dubbed Ethereum as the "best" risk/reward asset in the cryptocurrency market.
"The fundamentals have never been stronger, and technically, it's incredibly undervalued. The chart is looking bullish as ever, and with ground to catch up against BTC and SOL," the analyst added.
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Amazon.com, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) is reportedly contemplating its second multi-billion-dollar investment in&nbsp;artificial intelligence startup&nbsp;Anthropic, which leverages its cloud services for training.
What Happened: Following its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/24/09/41067395/amazons-partnership-with-jeff-bezos-backed-anthropic-gets-green-signal-from-uk-competition-watchdog">initial $4 billion investment</a> last year, the e-commerce giant is now planning investment&nbsp;in the startup co-founded by former OpenAI executives Dario and Daniela Amodei, <a href="https://www.theinformation.com/articles/amazon-discussing-new-multibillion-dollar-investment-in-anthropic">reported</a> The Information, citing a person familiar with the discussion.
The Andy Jassy-led company has reportedly asked Anthropic to use a significant&nbsp;number of servers powered by&nbsp;chips developed by the cloud&nbsp;computing giant.
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However, Anthropic reportedly prefers to use Amazon servers powered by Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) designed AI chips.
Last year, Anthropic&nbsp;also secured a $500 million investment&nbsp;from Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), which pledged to invest an additional $1.5 billion over time.
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Why It Matters: Amazon&#8217;s initial&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40255295/amazons-4b-stake-in-anthropic-under-uk-investigation-for-anti-competitive-concerns">$4 billion investment</a>&nbsp;in Anthropic faced scrutiny from U.K. regulators over anti-competitive concerns.
Last month, U.K. antitrust officials also launched an investigation into whether Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s investment in AI startup Anthropic could stifle competition.
Meanwhile, AI startups have been attracting significant investments. OpenAI&#8217;s valuation&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41149788/openai-valuation-soars-to-157b-in-latest-funding-round">soared to $157 billion</a>&nbsp;following a funding round.
Perplexity, backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, also reportedly saw its valuation triple to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41764081/jeff-bezos-backed-ai-startup-perplexity-set-to-triple-valuation-to-9b-in-fourth-funding-round-can-it"> $9 billion in its fourth funding</a> round.
Price Action: Amazon shares closed Thursday's session up 1.48% at $210.16. In after-hours trading, the tech giant's shares rose slightly further, reaching $210.27 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent110524&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Why allow intermediaries to add unnecessary costs when direct relationships can bring quality to the forefront? As supply chains tighten across industries, Red Mesa Science &amp; Refining is pioneering a streamlined approach to bring minor cannabinoids to market.&nbsp;
By bypassing brokers and relying on an efficient, around-the-clock refinement process, Red Mesa aims to reduce costs, ensure product consistency and empower the true stewards of hemp &#8211; the growers and refiners themselves. 
Jeff Applegate, Red Mesa's president, puts it simply. "Collaborating directly with qualified, experienced farmers and extractors is essential to keeping costs low and quality high." It's a model that prioritizes trust and accountability within every step of the supply chain.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Leverage Instead Of Liability</h2>
Applegate detailed how brokers often disrupt the hemp supply chain by imposing additional costs, sometimes up to 15%, which can hinder farmer&#8217;s profits and drive up expenses for manufacturers, creating an unsustainable model for both sides.
Red Mesa has strategically positioned itself within the cannabinoid supply chain to minimize intermediaries and maintain competitive production costs. "Keeping production costs low is fundamental to industry success," Applegate told Benzinga Cannabis in an exclusive interview. "Collaborating directly with farmers and extractors in a cohesive supply chain is essential to keep our cost of input as a leverage instead of a liability."
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"We're seeing less interference now, but reducing reliance on brokers is essential for a cost-effective system. The farmer and the customer need to be directly tied to one another so the farmer gets a fair return," he explained.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Not An Easy Crop</h3>
Sourcing consistent and affordable raw materials has presented a challenge as the hemp industry matures. Applegate explained that an initial oversupply in 2019 led to a rapid decline in hemp farming as prices plummeted. 
"There was an abundance of farmers when the 2018 farm bill was put into place," he said. "The market, the producers, wasn't sufficiently equipped to take all of the output that came. Since 2019, we've had nothing but a declining number of farmers."
"It's not an easy crop to grow at all," Applegate added, noting that hemp requires extensive processing before it can be used in extraction. This contrasts with the cannabis flower market, where crops can be more directly sold.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Inside Red Mesa&nbsp;</h2>
Red Mesa's facility in Utah was initially a cabinet shop before being repurposed for hemp refinement. With its high power capacity &#8211; essential for their machinery &#8211; the location proved ideal. 
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Applegate described how the production process flows from crude oil intake to distillation. This is further refined through crystallization and chromatography. "In distillation, we have the finished product. It's usually a light yellow to golden color, thicker in viscosity than water, almost syrup-like when warm," he explained.
Once the distillate undergoes crystallization, Red Mesa is left with a white, fluffy powder—ready for B2B sale. "We didn't walk across the bridge to become a white labeler or finished goods company," he said. "Our goal is to create the most coveted, consistent outputs to win the market."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Competitive Edge In Minor Cannabinoids</h3>
Red Mesa's botanical, non-synthetic refinement process sets it apart by isolating rare cannabinoids—such as CBN, CBT, and CBL—directly from hemp without chemical conversions.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="557" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining--1024x557.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-636421" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining--1024x557.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining--300x163.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining--768x418.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining--1536x836.jpg 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07165933/Gate-1-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gate 1 Red Mesa Science and Refining</figcaption></figure>
"Our botanical refining process generates final outputs derived directly from the hemp plant without the use of catalysts and acids required for chemical conversion processes," Applegate explained.
To achieve this, Red Mesa made substantial investments early on. "To be the first refiner to offer rare minors such as CBN, CBL, and CBT at kilogram scale, we had to make significant investments in large-scale chromatography very early in the company's history," Applegate noted. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Red Mesa Standard: ISO Certification, And FDA Registration</h3>
&#8220;The Red Mesa Standard&#8221; represents a commitment to quality and consistency that Applegate says will set them apart. "We have an end-to-end certification from the beginning of our business to the end," he said, contrasting this with many industry peers who only certify specific departments. Additionally, Red Mesa voluntarily registers with the FDA as a food ingredient company, even though it's not required.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="422" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy-1024x422.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-636425" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy-1024x422.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy-300x124.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy-768x316.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy-1536x633.jpg 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170058/Dual-Liquid-Chromatography-System-Refines-and-Purifies-CBN-Isolate-Botanical-CBN-Disitllate-Botanical-CBL-CBT-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-copy.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Dual Liquid Chromatography System Refines and Purifies CBN Isolate &#8211; Botanical CBN Disitllate &#8211; Botanical CBL CBT Red Mesa Science and Refining.</figcaption></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">24/7</h3>
With operations currently running at about 45% of their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lpxdoVtWow">50,000-square-foot facility</a>, Red Mesa is poised for growth. "We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week," Applegate shared, adding that they gradually scaled up from single-shift days to continuous operation.
Looking forward, Red Mesa plans to enter the Japanese market in 2025 and establish regional distribution hubs to serve global customers.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="993" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170227/Crystal-Resistant-CBD-Distillate-Anti-Crystallization-CBD-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-1024x993.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-636429" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170227/Crystal-Resistant-CBD-Distillate-Anti-Crystallization-CBD-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-1024x993.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170227/Crystal-Resistant-CBD-Distillate-Anti-Crystallization-CBD-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-300x291.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170227/Crystal-Resistant-CBD-Distillate-Anti-Crystallization-CBD-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining-768x745.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/07170227/Crystal-Resistant-CBD-Distillate-Anti-Crystallization-CBD-Red-Mesa-Science-and-Refining.jpg 1114w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Crystal Resistant CBD Distillate Anti-Crystallization CBD Red Mesa Science and Refining</figcaption></figure>
While growth is a priority, so too is legislative reform. 
"The lack of clear rules for cannabinoid production is probably the biggest barrier we've seen to adoption. To bring prices down and make cannabinoids more accessible, we need efficient production coupled with thoughtful regulation," Applegate said. 
He emphasized that regulation and cost efficiency will help expand the market by making cannabinoids accessible to a wider consumer base.
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Ethereum Classic (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/etc/usd">ETC</a>) has gained roughly 12% to $20.26 since Tuesday evening amid Donald Trump winning the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41772701/trumps-historic-return-7-ways-his-second-term-could-impact-the-us-economy">2024 presidential election</a>.
Trump&#8217;s win, coupled with the Republican Party regaining Senate control, hints at a shift in U.S. economic policies, potentially involving corporate tax cuts, trade tariffs and measures to combat inflation—factors that could influence both traditional and digital markets.
What To Know: A key driver behind Ethereum Classic's rally is Trump's pro-crypto stance, including his vision of the U.S. becoming a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40671868/trumps-bitcoin-strategic-reserve-proposal-will-chip-away-dollars-status-warns-expert-money">&#8220;Bitcoin superpower.&#8221;</a> This renewed focus on cryptocurrencies as a store of value and inflation hedge has sparked investor interest in digital assets like Ethereum Classic, seen as a secure alternative to newer, more volatile coins.
Trump's anticipated economic policies could increase inflation, with experts predicting up to a 2.4% rise, pushing investors toward cryptocurrencies as a way to safeguard against the dollar&#8217;s decline. 
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Ethereum Classic has also cultivated a strong following due to its decentralized nature and its adherence to the original Ethereum vision. As retail investors seek safe havens from economic uncertainty, the coin's appeal could grow in an environment marked by rising inflation fears.
As the digital asset market continues to mature, the convergence of regulatory shifts, M&amp;A activities, and adoption trends will define the future of this dynamic field. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/digital-assets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga&#8217;s Future of Digital Assets</a> event in New York City this November will provide industry leaders and investors with a platform to explore these developments further, offering insights into the evolving regulatory environment and the latest market dynamics.

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In the wake of Donald Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41772701/trumps-historic-return-7-ways-his-second-term-could-impact-the-us-economy">2024 presidential win</a>, Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>) has jumped 10% since Wednesday to reach $0.00001944.
Trump's victory, combined with the Republican Party's return to a Senate majority, signals a potential shift in U.S. economic policy that includes corporate tax cuts, high tariffs and an aggressive stance on inflation—factors that could reshape traditional and digital asset markets alike.
What To Know: A key driver of SHIB&#8217;s surge is Trump's pro-crypto stance, marked by his vision of the U.S. as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40671868/trumps-bitcoin-strategic-reserve-proposal-will-chip-away-dollars-status-warns-expert-money">"Bitcoin superpower."</a> Trump's proposal to incorporate Bitcoin into a national reserve has sent ripples through the crypto space, igniting excitement among investors who see digital assets as hedges against economic uncertainty. 
Trump's anticipated policies could stoke inflationary pressures, with JPMorgan analysts projecting up to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41772701/trumps-historic-return-7-ways-his-second-term-could-impact-the-us-economy">2.4% rise in inflation</a> if trade tariffs are fully enacted. In such an environment, investors often look to alternative assets like cryptocurrencies as protection against the dollar's decline. 
Shiba Inu, with its low entry price and high volatility, is a popular speculative asset among retail investors seeking both growth potential and a potential hedge against macroeconomic risks.
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Shiba Inu was created as an Ethereum-based alternative to Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), branding itself as the "Dogecoin killer." Both coins share a meme-inspired appeal, drawing in retail investors with their playful branding and community-driven support.
As the digital asset market continues to mature, the convergence of regulatory shifts, M&amp;A activities, and adoption trends will define the future of this dynamic field. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/digital-assets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga's Future of Digital Assets</a> event in New York City this November will provide industry leaders and investors with a platform to explore these developments further, offering insights into the evolving regulatory environment and the latest market dynamics.

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Claros Mortgage Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMTG#NYSE">CMTG</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.22 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.10 by 120 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $64.877 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $57.180 million by 13.46 percent. This is a 19.46 percent decrease over sales of $80.553 million the same period last year.

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CMTG

Claros Mortgage Trust Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.22 Beats $0.10 Estimate, Sales $64.877M Beat $57.180M Estimate

Cibus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBUS#NASDAQ">CBUS</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.06 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.90) by 106.67 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.667 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $611.000 thousand by 172.83 percent. This is a 250.95 percent increase over sales of $475.000 thousand the same period last year.

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Cibus Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.06 , Sales $1.667M Beat $611.000K Estimate

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed his campaign leader, Susie Wiles, as his chief of staff. This marks the first time in US history that a woman has been appointed to this influential position.
What Happened: Wiles, a seasoned GOP operative from Florida, will assume her new role when Trump takes office in January. Trump lauded Wiles for her pivotal role in his successful 2016 and 2020 campaigns, <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/4979786-susie-wiles-chief-of-staff/">reported</a> The Hill.
&#8220;Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected. Susie will continue to work tirelessly to Make America Great Again,&#8221; said Trump, reported The Hill.
He said, &#8220;It is a well deserved honor to have Susie as the first-ever female Chief of Staff in United States history. I have no doubt that she will make our country proud.&#8221;
Wiles, known for her low-profile approach, spearheaded Trump&#8217;s Florida operations during the 2016 campaign and later collaborated with Ron DeSantis (R) on his gubernatorial campaign. However, she left DeSantis&#8217;s team due to escalating tensions.
The chief of staff role, second only to the president in terms of influence, will see Wiles managing Trump and his team, a task that proved challenging during his first term. Trump&#8217;s initial choice for the role, Reince Priebus, was replaced after six months by John Kelly, who later became a vocal critic of Trump.
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Why It Matters: Wiles&#8217; appointment comes on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41766547/trump-gives-victory-speech-in-florida-as-winning-pennsylvania-puts-him-at-brink-of-victory-vows-to-f">heels of Trump&#8217;s victory</a> in the 2024 presidential election. Trump&#8217;s win, which he described as &#8220;the greatest political movement of all time,&#8221; was followed by a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41807254/trump-election-raises-odds-of-roaring-2020s-scenario-veteran-wall-street-investor-s">surge in the U.S. stock market</a>, with analysts predicting a new &#8220;Roaring 2020s&#8221; scenario.
On Wednesday, after Trump won the election, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) shot up 2.5% to establish new record highs. The small-caps fund iShares Russell 2000 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) spiked 5.8%.
However, Trump also hinted at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41822473/trumps-potential-health-czar-robert-f-kennedy-jr-rattles-vaccine-stocks-shoot-first-reaction">potential senior role</a> for Robert Kennedy Jr. to advance his &#8220;Make America Healthy Again&#8221; agenda, causing uncertainty in pharmaceutical stocks.
With Wiles at the helm as chief of staff, it remains to be seen how these developments will unfold and shape the course of Trump&#8217;s second term in office.
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Galiano Gold (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAU#AMEX">GAU</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.07 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.04 by 75 percent. This is a 40 percent increase over earnings of $0.05 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $71.130 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $78.000 million by 8.81 percent. This is a 5.22 percent increase over sales of $67.600 million the same period last year.

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Galiano Gold Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.07 Beats $0.04 Estimate, Sales $71.130M Miss $78.000M Estimate

HireQuest (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HQI#NASDAQ">HQI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.20 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.16 by 25 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $9.416 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $8.950 million by 5.21 percent. This is a 1.56 percent increase over sales of $9.271 million the same period last year.

HireQuest Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.20 Beats $0.16 Estimate, Sales $9.416M Beat $8.950M Estimate

Donald Trump will return to the White House and will bring major changes to the country's tax, AI and energy policies. RBC Capital Markets analyst Deane Dray highlighted some of the companies that may benefit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/11/41828468/trump-says-hed-replace-income-taxes-with-tariffs-the-potential-economic-fallout">from Trump's policies. </a>
Fossil Fuel/ Energy Independence: Trump's plans for energy independence would reverse many of the Biden administration's policies in order to reinvigorate the fossil fuel industry. He aims to expand the construction of pipelines, grids, ports and refineries and emphasizes utilizing domestic oil, gas and coal resources. Dray pointed to Flowserve Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) and Emerson Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EMR#NYSE">EMR</a>) as potential beneficiaries of Trump's energy policies. 
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Rollback of IRA/ Reduced Clean Energy Investments: Trump has said he plans<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39854007/trump-says-he-will-end-the-electric-vehicle-mandate-on-day-one-days-after-tesla-ceo-elon-musks-endor"> to eliminate</a> many vehicle emissions standards under the Environmental Protection Agency as well as many EV incentives included in the Biden administration&#8217;s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). 
The RBC analyst again pointed to oil and gas companies as the key companies that could benefit from these potential policy adjustments, but cautioned it is too early to tell what the impacts might be for nuclear power companies. 
More Flexible/Reduced AI Regulation: RBC expects a Trump administration to be in favor of Big Tech and AI developers as he has called for a review of "unnecessary and burdensome regulations" on AI. The firm also pointed out that multi-industry data center-exposed stocks outperformed the sector by 500 basis points the day after Trump won the election. 
Dray said multi-industry companies involved in data centers that could benefit from Trump's less restrictive AI policies include nVent Electric Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>) and Eaton Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>). 
Lower Corporate Tax Rate: Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41623850/trump-vs-harris-how-the-candidates-corporate-tax-proposals-stack-up">shared his plans</a> to lower the corporate tax rate to 15% for companies that make their products in the U.S. The RBC analyst sees lower corporate tax rates could lead to more reshoring from semiconductor and pharmaceutical companies and potentially more investment in the US. 
Dray pointed to Roper Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) specifically, but most publicly traded companies could benefit from lower tax rates. 
The Takeaway: "The bottom line is that early stock moves are playing out according to script, with the early stock outperformers being the electricals and oil and gas exposed names," Dray wrote. 
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To better gauge what&rsquo;s a true deal from something that&rsquo;s merely cheap, I&rsquo;m going to focus heavily on valuations, particularly sales. Sometimes, tech firms generate earnings but usually, the focus is on expanding the top line. This way, we have a better means of comparing apples to apples.



For reference, I will be targeting seven companies from four industries. Their respective <a href="https://fullratio.com/ps-ratio-by-industry">price-to-sales ratios</a> are as follows:



<ul><li>Communication equipment: 1.57X</li>



<li>Computer hardware: 2.17X</li>



<li>Software (application): 3.84X</li>



<li>Software (infrastructure): 4.14X</li>
</ul>So, let&rsquo;s not just pick entities that are merely printing red ink. Instead, let&rsquo;s be a bit more selective with our bargain hunting. Below are tech stocks to put on your watchlist.



<h2>RingCentral (RNG)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rng-stock-300x169.jpg" alt="The RingCentral (RNG) mobile app is displayed on a smartphone screen."><div>Source: OpturaDesign/Shutterstock.com</div></div>Let&rsquo;s get right into it with RingCentral (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rng-stock-quote/">RNG</a>). Falling under the software application sector, RingCentral provides cloud communications, video meetings, collaboration and contact center software solutions worldwide. RNG stock has been choppy this year, gaining only a bit over 1% since the beginning of the year.



Right now, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/rng/key-statistics">shares trade hands at 1.37X trailing-year sales</a>. That&rsquo;s a discount relative to average levels seen during the first quarter, when the metric reached 1.5X. Overall, in the past year, the price-to-sales ratio stands at 1.47X. During this time, it reached an average peak of 1.52X in Q2 2023.



Looking out to the end of the year, analysts believe that sales could rise to $2.4 billion. If so, that would imply a lift of 8.7%. In the following year, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/rng/analysis">sales could move up again to $2.59 billion</a>. Further, the high-side estimate calls for $2.63 billion.



Assuming a shares outstanding count of 82.25 million, RNG stock is trading at projected high-side 2025 sales. That could turn out to be an attractive opportunity among discounted tech stocks.



<h2>Akamai Technologies (AKAM)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_1926453779-300x169.png" alt="top Tech stocks to watch : Double exposure of man's hands holding and using a phone and financial graph drawing. tech stocks"><div>Source: Peshkova / Shutterstock</div></div>One of the top tech stocks in the infrastructure software realm, Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/akam-stock-quote/">AKAM</a>) provides cloud computing, security and content delivery services in the U.S. and other international markets. In particular, it&rsquo;s well known for keeping users safe from various cyberattacks. Given rising concerns over net vulnerabilities, AKAM offers an intriguing opportunity.



Right now, AKAM stock trades hands at 3.7X trailing-year revenue. During Q1, the average metric shot up to 4.43X. Notably, in Q4 of last year, the price-to-sales ratio was exceptionally elevated at 4.91X. Overall, in the past year, the statistic stands at 4.46X. Therefore, AKAM is a discounted idea to consider.



For fiscal 2024, covering experts believe that revenue could rise to $3.99 billion. The high-side view calls for $4.03 billion. In the following year, sales <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/akam/analysis">could move up again to $4.28 billion</a>. And the most optimistic expert believes $4.4 billion is realistic.



Assuming a shares outstanding count of 152.32 million, AKAM stock is trading at 3.21X projected high-side 2025 sales. It&rsquo;s one of the tech stocks to keep on the radar.



<h2>Dell (DELL)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dell-stock-1-300x169.jpg" alt="A Dell (DELL) office in Santa Clara, California."><div>Source: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Computer hardware specialist Dell (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/dell-stock-quote/">DELL</a>) was one of the outperformers this year thanks to relevancies regarding artificial intelligence. Things were looking absolutely spectacular up until the end of May. Since then, circumstances have looked much more pedestrian. Since the start of the year, DELL stock has &ldquo;only&rdquo; gained about 18%.



Still, for those who appreciate value, Dell could be an intriguing idea. Presently, shares trade hands at 0.77X sales. That&rsquo;s well below the average for the computer hardware sector. However, it must be said that in the past year, the price-to-sales ratio landed at 0.53X. In other words, DELL is trading at a relative premium compared to recent historical data.



However, keep in mind that analysts believe by the end of the current fiscal year, sales could rise to $96.41 billion. That would be up 9% from last year&rsquo;s haul of $88.42 billion. In the following year, revenue could swing up to $103.58 billion. Further, the <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/dell/analysis">high-side view stands at $114.15 billion</a>.



Assuming a shares outstanding count of 312.69 million, DELL stock is trading hands at 0.24X projected 2025 high-side revenue. That&rsquo;s probably not going to last. It&rsquo;s one of the tech stocks to keep tabs on.



<h2>Similarweb (SMWB)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cloud-computing-300x169.jpg" alt="an image of a cloud imprinted on a circuit board lit up by blue circuit lights. AVCT stock. cloud computing stocks"><div>Source: Blackboard / Shutterstock</div></div>Operating in the application software field, Similarweb (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/smwb-stock-quote/">SMWB</a>) provides cloud-based digital intelligence solutions in the U.S. and multiple international markets. Primarily, it offers digital research intelligence solutions for its enterprise-level customers. SMWB stock has been on the move recently, with the equity gaining over 18% on Wednesday. It&rsquo;s still a solid idea for tech stocks on discount.



Right now, SMWB stock trades at 2.2X sales. That&rsquo;s already low for the underlying industry. Further, in Q2, the average price-to-sales ratio stood at 2.72X. And in Q1 of this year, the stat jumped to 3.21X. Overall, in the past year, the metric averaged 2.57X.



For fiscal 2024, analysts are modeling for sales to hit $244.76 million. If so, that would represent a 12.3% lift from last year&rsquo;s print of $218.02 million. Also, the high-side view calls for $247 million. In the following year, revenue could bump up to $278.3 million.



Assuming a shares outstanding count of 80.93 million, SMWB is trading at 2.16X consensus 2025 sales. It&rsquo;s another intriguing candidate for tech stocks to buy.



<h2>Alarum Technologies (ALAR)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/software1600c-300x169.jpg" alt="APPS stock: A digital illustration of software icons surrounding a cellphone."><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div>Another player in the infrastructure software space, Alarum Technologies (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/alar-stock-quote/">ALAR</a>) provides Internet access and web data collection solutions. Primarily, the company offers security blanket protection against ransomware, viruses, phishing and other online threats. Due to the catastrophic impact that such threats pose, Alarum could be a tempting idea among discounted tech stocks.



Presently, ALAR stock trades hands at 3.5X sales. That&rsquo;s somewhat elevated though noticeably lower than the underlying industry&rsquo;s average metric of 4.14X. However, it must be said that ALAR is trading at a premium relative to the prior year&rsquo;s average of 1.45X. Still, investors may want to exercise patience.



That&rsquo;s because by the end of fiscal 2024, revenue might land at $36.17 million. If so, that would imply a growth rate of 36.4% from last year&rsquo;s tally of $26.52 million. In the following year, experts are modeling for sales to hit $44.1 million. The high-side view calls for a top line of $45.9 million.



The shares outstanding count at time of writing is 6.87 million. If it stays the same, ALAR stock would be trading at 3.01X projected 2025 high-side sales. It&rsquo;s worth a long look among attractive tech stocks.



<h2>Airgain (AIRG)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/iot1600a-min-300x169.jpg" alt='A close-up shot of a tablet screen with "IOT" text and related emoticons in a connected web.'><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div>Operating in the communication equipment industry, Airgain (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/airg-stock-quote/">AIRG</a>) provides wireless connectivity solutions that create and deliver embedded components, external antennas and integrated systems worldwide. It might not be the sexiest business model ever. However, it plays a significant role in emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things. Therefore, it&rsquo;s one of the top tech stocks to consider.



Right now, AIRG stock trades hands at 1.27X sales. That&rsquo;s undervalued relative to the sector average of 1.57X. However, it must be said that Airgain is trading at a premium relative to recent historical data. During Q2, the average ratio sat at 1.17X. And in the past year, the metric came out to 0.82X. Still, patience could be key.



By year&rsquo;s end, analysts are modeling revenue to reach $63 million. That&rsquo;s up 12.4% from the prior year&rsquo;s haul of $56.04 million. The high-side estimate calls for $63.3 million. In the following year, the <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/airg/analysis">forecast calls for $78.6 million</a>, up 24.8% from projected 2024 revenue.



Assuming a share outstanding count of 10.78 million, AIRG stock is trading at 0.88X projected 2025 revenue. This might be a deal you can&rsquo;t afford to ignore.



<h2>International Money Express (IMXI)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/software1600b-300x169.jpg" alt="software stocks: Coding software developer work with augmented reality dashboard computer icons of scrum agile development and code fork and versioning with responsive cybersecurity"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div>Saving the riskiest idea on this list of tech stocks for last, International Money Express (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/imxi-stock-quote/">IMXI</a>) seems like a compelling idea. An infrastructure software specialist, International Money operates as an omnichannel money remittance service. Unfortunately, the company missed its Q2 expectations, sending IMXI stock plunging. On Wednesday, it lost over 20% of equity value.



Given the massive hemorrhaging, International may be too rich for most investors&rsquo; blood. However, for those who want to speculate, IMXI stock now trades at 0.91X sales. That&rsquo;s much lower than the Q1 average of 1.26X. Also, in Q2 of last year, the stat shot up to 1.62X. In the past year, the multiple averaged 1.3X.



Looking ahead, the company adjusted down its expectations, with the high-side revenue target coming in at $677.6 million. In contrast, the prior <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/imxi/analysis">consensus view stood at $689.26 million</a>. Adjusting for the new realities and assuming a shares outstanding count of 32.64 million, IMXI stock is trading at 0.84X sales.



As it stands, IMXI is undervalued. If the company were to hit its high-side guidance, it would be even more of an enticing deal.



On the date of publication, Josh Enomoto did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article.&nbsp;The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com&nbsp;<a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/" target="_blank">Publishing Guidelines</a>.



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