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Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Monday.Com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $400 to $315.

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Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Monday.Com, Lowers Price Target to $315

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Patrick Trucchio reiterates Milestone Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MIST#NASDAQ">MIST</a>) with a Buy and maintains $25 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Milestone Pharmaceuticals, Maintains $25 Price Target

BP plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) is flashing strong technical signals, with bullish momentum building just as the stock approaches <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/golden-cross">a Golden Cross</a> — a classic indicator of potential upside.
The oil giant&#8217;s stock, at $33.39, sits above its five-day, 20-day, 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">BP Stock: Golden Cross In Sight</h2>
A golden cross occurs when the 50-day simple moving average moves above the 200-day simple moving average, often signaling a shift into sustained bullish territory. BP stock's 50-day moving average of $32.21 is rapidly gaining on its 200-day average of $32.47. With buying pressure evident across multiple timeframes, the setup suggests that BP stock's recent momentum could have more room to run.
While momentum indicators support the Golden Cross formation and bullishness, the oscillators indicator some weakness. BP stock's Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) sits at a negative 0.02 &#8211; a bearish signal, and the Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 58.21 &#8211; approaching overbought territory but still allowing room for additional gains.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44301807/oil-faces-supply-glut-while-lng-demand-booms-jpmorgan-upgrades-rrc-sees-gas-prices-rising">Oil Faces Supply Glut While LNG Demand Booms &#8211; JPMorgan Upgrades RRC, Sees Gas Prices Rising</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Fueling BP Stock's Momentum?</h2>
Beyond the technical setup, BP's latest move into offshore wind development could be a catalyst. The company recently announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44191761">50-50 joint venture with Jera Co. Inc.</a>, a Japanese utility giant, to fast-track offshore wind projects across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the U.S. 
With a projected net generating capacity of 13 gigawatts, the partnership positions BP as a key player in the global energy transition.
BP's decision to explore <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44057916">selling its Castrol lubricants business</a>, potentially fetching $10 billion, could further strengthen its balance sheet—a point of concern relative to its peers. 
While recent earnings disappointed, with revenue missing estimates, investors may be betting on long-term strategic shifts rather than short-term setbacks.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Takeaway</h2>
A golden cross would cement BP's transition into a more sustained bullish phase. This offers an entry point for those eyeing technical breakouts.
However, with RSI approaching overbought territory, traders should watch for potential near-term pullbacks before a stronger move higher. 
If BP successfully executes its wind energy strategy and shores up its financials, the stock could see extended gains beyond this bullish technical formation.
Read Next: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/analyst-ratings/25/03/44311779/4-analysts-assess-us-energy-what-you-need-to-know">4 Analysts Assess US Energy: What You Need To Know</a></li>
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BP Stock Eyes Golden Cross: Can Bulls Take Control?

Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Dayforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAY#NYSE">DAY</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $72 to $55.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on Dayforce, Lowers Price Target to $55

Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $400 to $345.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Salesforce, Lowers Price Target to $345

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar reiterates NextCure (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXTC#NASDAQ">NXTC</a>) with a Buy and maintains $3 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on NextCure, Maintains $3 Price Target

An electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle analyst sees the ramp-up and near-term deployments as the key catalysts<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/electric-vehicle"> for the sectors.</a>
What Happened: Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney met with several companies in the sectors and shares takeaways in a new investor note, with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/robotaxi">robotaxis one of the key areas</a> of focus.
Among the public companies covered in the report are Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) and Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>).
"Several companies we spoke to are focused on near-term deployments and/or ramps, including Tesla targeting a June robotaxi launch in Texas, Aurora having its commercial launch planned for April in Texas," Delaney said.
The analyst said safety and performance are key aspects that determine the launch activity.
"Companies we met on the trip discussed moats that include first/early-mover benefits that would create high switching costs, multi-year leads on technology, and in some cases scale/cost structure benefits," he said.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44235956/tesla-bloodbath-to-continue-hedge-funder-says-musk-circus-could-lead-to-stock-dropping-95">Tesla Bloodbath To Continue? Hedge Funder Says &#8216;Musk Circus&#8217; Could Lead To Stock Dropping 95%</a>
Goldman Sachs on TSLA: Delaney said Tesla is using AI to drive non-linear gains for performance and safety of FSD.
"Tesla mentioned robotaxi specific work needed to launch related to factors such as ride smoothness, remote assistance, and the geographic area/ODD," said Delaney, adding that Tesla highlighted their internal data is better than crowd sourced data.
Delaney said Tesla should have an "attractive profit opportunity" for robotaxis with the current cost to own a Model Y around $0.70 per mile and the extra robotaxi costs coming in below the average price per mile for rideshare of over $2 in the United States.
Tesla had a cost of goods sold per vehicle under $35,000 globally last quarter. The Cybercab could have a cost of around $30,000 including autonomy hardware, according to the analyst.
The EV giant is expected to launch a new lower cost model by the end of the second quarter, part of a plan for several new products launched in 2025.
The analyst also highlighted the Optimus bot in the investor note. Tesla has a goal of reaching volume of 10,000 bots by the end of the year and hopes the long-term cost of the robots will fall under $20,000 each.
Goldman Sachs on Aurora: Delaney said Aurora mentioned how its technology stack would allow the company to be in the robotaxi space longer-term, while it focuses initially on the trucking segment.
Aurora cited savings of roughly a third with autonomous driving over human driving during the analyst's visit.
Autonomous trucks could also save on space and costs without the need for items like infotainment and a sleeper cab for the driver.
Goldman Sachs on Rivian: The analyst's meeting with Rivian saw the company highlight the opportunity to monetize personal autonomy products.
"We believe that what form that takes may change by region and depend on how differentiated the technology is," Delaney said.
Rivian highlighted its upcoming R2 set for launch in the first half of 2026 during its visit with the analyst.
When speaking of vehicle volume growth, Rivian said macroeconomics and policy items like the tax credit and tariffs could factor into estimates and guidance.
"With respect to tariffs, the companies we spoke to will look to adjust and optimize for sourcing and price-cost."
Read Next: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/25/03/44289061/why-trumps-new-tesla-wont-be-hitting-the-open-road">Why Trump&#8217;s New Tesla Won&#8217;t Be Hitting The Open Road</a></li>
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Tesla, Rivian, Aurora Highlight Tech: Autonomous Opportunities, Analyst Sees 'Attractive Profit Opportunity'

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To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Market Drivers</h4>
Please <a href="https://thearorareport.com/chart-analysis-stock-market-nvidia-gtc-german-defense-spending-nvda-mc-03172025">click here</a> for an enlarged chart of NVIDIA Corp (NVDA).
Note the following:
<ul>
<li>This article is about the big picture, not an individual stock.&nbsp; The chart of NVDA stock is being used to illustrate the point.</li>
<li>Nvidia GPU Technology Conference 2025 (Nvidia GTC) and quantum computing will be big drivers of the stock market this week.</li>
<li>The chart shows that NVDA stock dipped below the mini support zone but did not reach the support zone before bouncing.&nbsp; Technically, this is a positive.</li>
<li>When NVDA stock fell below the mini support zone, the mini support zone became the mini resistance zone.&nbsp; The chart shows that NVDA stock cut through this zone like a hot knife through butter.&nbsp; This is a positive.</li>
<li>The reason behind the up move in NVDA from the lows is investor enthusiasm about Nvidia GTC.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, enthusiasm about Nvidia GTC among investors is extremely high — for NVDA stock to sustain its up move, Nvidia will have to come up with more positive announcements than currently expected.&nbsp; If Nvidia does not come up with positive surprises, Nvidia stock can turn down again.</li>
<li>Nvidia's GTC starts today.&nbsp; CEO Jensen Huang will give the keynote address tomorrow.&nbsp; Expectations are for Nvidia to showcase Blackwell Ultra chips and next generation Rubin chips.&nbsp; Rubin chips will not ship until 2026.
<ul>
<li>On the positive side, expectations are for Nvidia's data center revenue to reach $237B&nbsp; by January 2027.&nbsp; That is more than double current revenue.&nbsp; When expanded, expectations are for an average annual growth rate between now and 2029 of 30%.</li>
<li>On the negative side, Nvidia is facing increasing competition from in-house chips from the likes of Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) and Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG).  Additionally, efficiency improvements, like those claimed by DeepSeek, can alter the demand outlook for Nvidia's premium chips.</li>
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<li>Nvidia GTC will also include Nvidia's Quantum Day with a panel discussion on March 20 that includes IONQ Inc (IONQ), D-Wave Quantum Inc (QBTS), and Rigetti Computing Inc (RGTI).  There is immense investor interest in this panel.  However, momo gurus who had not heard about quantum computing until a few months ago, have now become quantum experts.  These newly minted experts are driving quantum stocks beyond reality; pump and dump schemes as well as short squeezes are common.</li>
<li>The U.S. economy is 70% consumer based.&nbsp; Prudent investors pay attention to retail sales data.&nbsp; Retail sales came weaker than expected.&nbsp; Here is the latest retail sales data.
<ul>
<li>Headline retail sales came at 0.2% vs. 0.7% consensus.</li>
<li>Retail sales ex-auto came at 0.3% vs. 0.4% consensus.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, going into today, whisper numbers had moved below consensus numbers for retail sales.&nbsp; Retail sales data is better than the whisper numbers.&nbsp; For this reason, buying is coming in on weaker retail sales.</li>
<li>There are major events ahead this week:
<ul>
<li>Trump speaking with Putin</li>
<li>FOMC meeting</li>
<li>Bank of Japan (BOJ) meeting</li>
<li>Bank of England (BOE) meeting</li>
<li>Germany defense spending</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The Trump put has failed.  In our analysis, the Trump put may have failed for now, but it is likely not dead.  Over the weekend, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said "I've been in the investment business for 35 years, and I can tell you that corrections are healthy, they are normal.  I‘m not worried about the markets."  Prudent investors should note that Bessent used the word "correction."  Correction means a 10% draw down.  The stock market is already there.  Bessent did not address a bear market.  Here is the key question for prudent investors: Will the Trump put come into the picture if the stock market starts approaching a bear market level?  A bear market level is 20% or more down.</li>
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<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h4>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Amazon (AMZN), Meta Platforms Inc (META), and Nvidia (NVDA).
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in Apple Inc (AAPL) and Alphabet (GOOG).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in Microsoft Corp (MSFT) and Tesla Inc (TSLA).
In the early trade, money flows are positive in SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ).
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h4>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.  Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.  The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust (GLD).  The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust (SLV).  The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF (USO).
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h4>
Bitcoin is range bound.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h4>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.&nbsp; The proprietary protection band from The Arora Report is very popular.&nbsp; The protection band puts all of the data, all of the indicators, all of the news, all of the crosscurrents, all of the models, and all of the analysis in an analytical framework that is easily actionable by investors.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges.&nbsp; The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive.&nbsp; If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash.&nbsp; A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.&nbsp; When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks.&nbsp; High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h4>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less.&nbsp; Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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Nvidia GTC And Quantum Computing Drivers Of The Stock Market, Trump Put Fails But May Not Be Dead

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Yi Chen reiterates Alpha Tau Medical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRTS#NASDAQ">DRTS</a>) with a Buy and maintains $9 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Alpha Tau Medical, Maintains $9 Price Target

Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $360 to $315.

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Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Autodesk, Lowers Price Target to $315

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein reiterates Dyne Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DYN#NASDAQ">DYN</a>) with a Buy and maintains $46 price target.

HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Dyne Therapeutics, Maintains $46 Price Target

Scotiabank analyst Jonathan Goldman maintains Adentra (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADEN#TSX">ADEN</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from C$49 to C$43.

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Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Adentra, Lowers Price Target to C$43

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Intel (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in INTC usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 28 extraordinary options activities for Intel. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 42% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $558,558, and 23 are calls, amounting to $879,970.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $11.0 to $40.0 for Intel over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Intel's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Intel's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $11.0 to $40.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Intel Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223769_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$10.25</td>
<td>$10.15</td>
<td>$10.15</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$274.0K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>570</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.27</td>
<td>$1.27</td>
<td>$26.50</td>
<td>$176.4K</td>
<td>219</td>
<td>718</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$99.3K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>209</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td>84.7K</td>
<td>671</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$50.6K</td>
<td>42.8K</td>
<td>11.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Intel</h3>
Intel is a leading digital chipmaker, focused on the design and manufacturing of microprocessors for the global personal computer and data center markets. Intel pioneered the x86 architecture for microprocessors and was the prime proponent of Moore's law for advances in semiconductor manufacturing. Intel remains the market share leader in central processing units in both the PC and server end markets. Intel has also been expanding into new adjacencies, such as communications infrastructure, automotive, and the Internet of Things. Further, Intel expects to leverage its chip manufacturing capabilities into an outsourced foundry model where it constructs chips for others.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Intel, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Intel</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 64,006,015, the price of INTC is up 7.23% at $25.79. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 38 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Intel</h3>
Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $27.0.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald continues to hold a Neutral rating for Intel, targeting a price of $29. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities upgraded its action to Neutral with a price target of $25. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Intel, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

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Decoding Intel's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with UAL, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 11 uncommon options trades for United Airlines Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 45% bullish and 27%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $1,339,920, and 2 are calls, for a total amount of $63,950.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $42.0 and $85.0 for United Airlines Holdings, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of United Airlines Holdings stands at 1002.8, with a total volume reaching 3,097.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in United Airlines Holdings, situated within the strike price corridor from $42.0 to $85.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>United Airlines Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223764_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
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<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
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<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.75</td>
<td>$16.9</td>
<td>$17.35</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$173.5K</td>
<td align="right">606</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
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<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$17.2</td>
<td>$17.2</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$172.0K</td>
<td align="right">606</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
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<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.15</td>
<td>$16.75</td>
<td>$17.15</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$171.3K</td>
<td align="right">606</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
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<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.25</td>
<td>$17.1</td>
<td>$17.1</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$171.0K</td>
<td align="right">606</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
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<td>UAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.2</td>
<td>$16.9</td>
<td>$16.98</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$169.8K</td>
<td align="right">606</td>
<td align="right">700</td>
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<h3>About United Airlines Holdings</h3>
United Airlines is a major us network carrier with hubs in San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, and Washington, D.C. United operates a hub-and-spoke system that is more focused on international and long-haul travel than its large us peers.
<h3>Current Position of United Airlines Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,484,803, the price of UAL is up 0.21% at $73.82. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 29 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on United Airlines Holdings</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $125.0.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Accenture (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ACN, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Accenture.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 37% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $150,380, and 5 are calls, for a total amount of $352,418.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $300.0 to $400.0 for Accenture over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Accenture's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Accenture's whale activity within a strike price range from $300.0 to $400.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Accenture 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223759_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
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<td>ACN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$27.0</td>
<td>$26.5</td>
<td>$26.5</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$161.6K</td>
<td align="right">48</td>
<td align="right">61</td>
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<td>ACN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$28.2</td>
<td>$24.9</td>
<td>$26.48</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$98.0K</td>
<td align="right">48</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
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<td>ACN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$78.2</td>
<td>$75.0</td>
<td>$76.2</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$68.5K</td>
<td align="right">114</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ACN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$40.9</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$40.9</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td align="right">97</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ACN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$40.9</td>
<td>$39.9</td>
<td>$40.9</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td align="right">97</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Accenture</h3>
Accenture is a leading global IT services firm that provides consulting, strategy, and technology and operational services. These services run the gamut from aiding enterprises with digital transformation to procurement services to software system integration. The company provides its IT offerings to a variety of sectors, including communications, media and technology, financial services, health and public services, consumer products, and resources. Accenture employs just under 500,000 people throughout 200 cities in 51 countries.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Accenture, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Accenture</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 878,051, the price of ACN is up by 1.76%, reaching $324.43.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 3 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Accenture</h3>
In the last month, 4 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $384.5.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Accenture, which currently sits at a price target of $396. 
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&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from Baird has upgraded their rating to Outperform and adjusted the price target to $390. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Accenture, targeting a price of $372. 
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Behind the Scenes of Accenture's Latest Options Trends

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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) against its key competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>33.89</td>
<td>48.04</td>
<td>8.25</td>
<td>58.74%</td>
<td>$45.91</td>
<td>$58.27</td>
<td>3.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>18.33</td>
<td>4.01</td>
<td>1.28</td>
<td>5.29%</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>54.93%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>7.51</td>
<td>0.81</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$2.29</td>
<td>16.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>17.04</td>
<td>19.08</td>
<td>2.98</td>
<td>31.69%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>2.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>164.26</td>
<td>12.72</td>
<td>5.51</td>
<td>3.12%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>5.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>12.87</td>
<td>1.28</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>4.89%</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$1.52</td>
<td>41.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>9.96</td>
<td>0.57</td>
<td>0.61</td>
<td>1.34%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>-2.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>43.68</td>
<td>2.67</td>
<td>0.81</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>59.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AstroNova Inc</td>
<td>21.25</td>
<td>0.89</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>0.26%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>7.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>36.86</td>
<td>5.25</td>
<td>1.67</td>
<td>6.54%</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>23.1%</td>
</tr>
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<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 33.89 is 0.92x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 48.04 relative to the industry average by 9.15x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 8.25, which is 4.94x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 58.74%, which is 52.2% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $45.91 Billion, which is 117.72x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $58.27 Billion is 73.76x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 3.95%, which is much lower than the industry average of 23.1%, the company is experiencing a notable slowdown in sales expansion.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223646_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Apple in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
In terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, Apple is positioned in the middle among its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
This suggests a relatively balanced financial structure, where the company maintains a moderate level of debt while also utilizing equity financing with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, the PE, PB, and PS ratios indicate that the stock is relatively undervalued compared to its peers. However, the high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and low revenue growth suggest that Apple is efficiently utilizing its resources and generating strong profits, despite slower revenue growth. Overall, Apple's financial performance is solid, with room for potential growth in the future.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AAPL

Analyzing Apple In Comparison To Competitors In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry

In today's fast-paced and competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies before making investment decisions. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) against its key competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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<tr>
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<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>35.80</td>
<td>7.34</td>
<td>3.33</td>
<td>7.34%</td>
<td>$38.55</td>
<td>$37.37</td>
<td>10.49%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>20.49</td>
<td>2.42</td>
<td>2.54</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>7.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>12.06</td>
<td>4.42</td>
<td>3.51</td>
<td>9.38%</td>
<td>$29.18</td>
<td>$59.65</td>
<td>44.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>53.63</td>
<td>23.55</td>
<td>4.93</td>
<td>15.3%</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
<td>37.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>11.63</td>
<td>1.89</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>4.21%</td>
<td>$15.92</td>
<td>$45.04</td>
<td>33.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>281.38</td>
<td>9.91</td>
<td>1.36</td>
<td>3.76%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$2.49</td>
<td>21.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.53</td>
<td>5.90</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>12.84%</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>0.66%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>8.48</td>
<td>1.57</td>
<td>0.61</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>60.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>20.80</td>
<td>4.91</td>
<td>3.39</td>
<td>6.68%</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>19.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>30.50</td>
<td>3.88</td>
<td>2.81</td>
<td>2.24%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>7.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>9.70</td>
<td>3.16</td>
<td>0.87</td>
<td>11.41%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>41.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>13.90</td>
<td>3.51</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>15.51%</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$1.31</td>
<td>24.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>6.32</td>
<td>0.80</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>63.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>38.94</td>
<td>2.49</td>
<td>0.72</td>
<td>-0.44%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>5.02%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>8.22</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>45.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>34.80</td>
<td>9.14</td>
<td>0.43</td>
<td>7.3%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>6.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>37.83</td>
<td>5.19</td>
<td>1.68</td>
<td>7.24%</td>
<td>$7.32</td>
<td>$16.16</td>
<td>27.94%</td>
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 </style>When closely examining Amazon.com, the following trends emerge: 
<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 35.8 is 0.95x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 7.34, which is 1.41x the industry average, Amazon.com might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.33, surpassing the industry average by 1.98x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.34% that is 0.1% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company exhibits higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $38.55 Billion, which is 5.27x above the industry average, implying stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $37.37 Billion is 2.31x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 10.49%, which is much lower than the industry average of 27.94%, the company is experiencing a notable slowdown in sales expansion.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223637_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a financial metric that helps determine the level of financial risk associated with a company's capital structure.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When evaluating Amazon.com alongside its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights arise:
<ul>
<li>
Among its top 4 peers, Amazon.com has a stronger financial position with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Amazon.com, the PE ratio is low compared to its peers in the Broadline Retail industry, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values Amazon.com's assets and sales highly. Amazon.com's high ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit reflect strong profitability and operational efficiency. However, the low revenue growth rate may raise concerns about future performance compared to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Evaluating Amazon.com Against Peers In Broadline Retail Industry

In the ever-evolving and intensely competitive business landscape, conducting a thorough company analysis is of utmost importance for investors and industry followers. In this article, we will carry out an in-depth industry comparison, assessing Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) alongside its primary competitors in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. By meticulously examining key financial metrics, market positioning, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights to investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Meta Platforms Background</h3>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Meta Platforms Inc</td>
<td>25.47</td>
<td>8.43</td>
<td>9.66</td>
<td>12.0%</td>
<td>$28.26</td>
<td>$39.55</td>
<td>20.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet Inc</td>
<td>20.58</td>
<td>6.21</td>
<td>5.88</td>
<td>8.3%</td>
<td>$36.5</td>
<td>$55.86</td>
<td>11.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Baidu Inc</td>
<td>10.30</td>
<td>0.90</td>
<td>1.78</td>
<td>1.98%</td>
<td>$9.27</td>
<td>$17.16</td>
<td>1.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinterest Inc</td>
<td>11.97</td>
<td>4.56</td>
<td>6.12</td>
<td>48.33%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>17.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kanzhun Ltd</td>
<td>41.11</td>
<td>4.14</td>
<td>8.84</td>
<td>3.04%</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>$1.6</td>
<td>-4.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZoomInfo Technologies Inc</td>
<td>130.56</td>
<td>2.11</td>
<td>3.12</td>
<td>0.87%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>-2.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CarGurus Inc</td>
<td>153.85</td>
<td>5.93</td>
<td>3.66</td>
<td>8.95%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>2.43%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weibo Corp</td>
<td>9.10</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>1.60</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>-1.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JOYY Inc</td>
<td>14.72</td>
<td>0.50</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>1.17%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>-1.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yelp Inc</td>
<td>18.64</td>
<td>3.06</td>
<td>1.75</td>
<td>5.69%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>5.72%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tripadvisor Inc</td>
<td>346</td>
<td>2.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.11%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>5.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ziff Davis Inc</td>
<td>28.36</td>
<td>0.95</td>
<td>1.28</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>5.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hello Group Inc</td>
<td>9.18</td>
<td>0.73</td>
<td>0.90</td>
<td>1.66%</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>-1.43%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>66.2</td>
<td>2.66</td>
<td>3.11</td>
<td>7.0%</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$6.56</td>
<td>3.25%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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 </style>By conducting an in-depth analysis of Meta Platforms, we can identify the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 25.47 is lower than the industry average by 0.38x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 8.43 relative to the industry average by 3.17x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 9.66, which is 3.11x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 12.0% that is 5.0% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $28.26 Billion, which is 7.15x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher gross profit of $39.55 Billion, which indicates 6.03x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 20.63% is notably higher compared to the industry average of 3.25%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223629_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By evaluating Meta Platforms against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
<ul>
<li>
In terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, Meta Platforms has a lower level of debt compared to its top 4 peers, indicating a stronger financial position.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Meta Platforms, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The PB and PS ratios are high, suggesting overvaluation relative to industry standards. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Meta Platforms outperforms its peers, reflecting strong financial performance and growth potential in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Insights Into Meta Platforms's Performance Versus Peers In Interactive Media &amp; Services Sector

Amidst today's fast-paced and highly competitive business environment, it is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in comparison to its major competitors within the Software industry. By analyzing critical financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>31.31</td>
<td>9.54</td>
<td>11.09</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>35.04</td>
<td>25.02</td>
<td>7.64</td>
<td>19.27%</td>
<td>$5.89</td>
<td>$9.94</td>
<td>6.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>123.44</td>
<td>18.14</td>
<td>16.02</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>103.02</td>
<td>18.94</td>
<td>15.08</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>42.59</td>
<td>49.55</td>
<td>12.47</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>17.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>26.50</td>
<td>7.74</td>
<td>4.34</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>412.69</td>
<td>12.38</td>
<td>13.80</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>30.34</td>
<td>3.15</td>
<td>6.06</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>41.89</td>
<td>24.33</td>
<td>7.63</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>27.18</td>
<td>9.66</td>
<td>7.77</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>28.66</td>
<td>2.25</td>
<td>4.02</td>
<td>5.26%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>6.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>35.88</td>
<td>5.46</td>
<td>3.26</td>
<td>0.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>21.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>19.56</td>
<td>16.14</td>
<td>1.27</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>-10.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>69.97</td>
<td>101.09</td>
<td>2.10</td>
<td>-25.97%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>5.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>76.67</td>
<td>22.6</td>
<td>7.8</td>
<td>7.41%</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$1.36</td>
<td>10.53%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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 </style>Upon closer analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become apparent: 
<ul>
<li>
At 31.31, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio is 0.41x less than the industry average, suggesting favorable growth potential.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 9.54, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.42x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 11.09, which is 1.42x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17% that is 0.76% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion is 56.6x above the industry average, highlighting stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $47.83 Billion, which indicates 35.17x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 12.27% exceeds the industry average of 10.53%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742223621_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a measure that indicates the level of debt a company has taken on relative to the value of its assets net of liabilities.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By evaluating Microsoft against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
<ul>
<li>
Microsoft is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft, the PE and PB ratios are low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. However, the high PS ratio suggests overvaluation based on revenue. On the other hand, Microsoft's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth outperform industry peers, reflecting strong financial performance and growth potential in the software sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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