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The fund, under normal circumstances, invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the securities of NVDA and financial instruments, such as swap agreements and options, that provide leveraged exposure to NVDA. The fund is non-diversified.

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Environmental, Social, and Governance (<a href="https://www.investor.gov/introduction-investing/investing-basics/glossary/environmental-social-and-governance-esg-investing">ESG</a>) investments and investing has become a dominant theme in global financial markets, often viewed as a bridge between ethical responsibility and financial performance. While some critics argue that ESG is merely a marketing tool or a form of so called &#8220;greenwashing,&#8221; investors increasingly recognize its role in risk mitigation and long-term value creation. But does ESG investing truly generate returns, or is it simply an ideological movement with limited financial merit?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What ESG Really Means for Investors</h2>
ESG investing is not just about supporting environmentally friendly or socially responsible companies—it's fundamentally about assessing risk. Companies that fail to manage environmental impact, labor relations, or governance structures expose themselves to financial volatility and regulatory challenges. For example, firms with poor sustainability practices may face lawsuits, supply chain disruptions, or reputational damage, all of which can negatively impact stock performance.
Investors, who integrate ESG criteria into their strategies are not necessarily sacrificing returns for principles; rather, they are seeking to minimize downside risks. Data increasingly suggests that companies with strong ESG profiles tend to outperform over the long term, particularly in sectors where regulatory scrutiny and consumer preferences are shifting toward sustainability.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ESG vs. SRI vs. Impact Investing: Understanding the Differences</h2>
A lot of people often confuse these definitions. One common misconception is that ESG, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), and Impact Investing are interchangeable. While they share similarities, their objectives are distinct:
<ul>
<li>ESG Investing is a framework for evaluating risks and opportunities within a company, ensuring long-term sustainability and compliance with evolving regulations.</li>
<li>Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) involves actively excluding companies based on ethical criteria, such as avoiding industries like tobacco, weapons, or fossil fuels.</li>
<li>Impact Investing focuses on generating measurable social or environmental benefits alongside financial returns, often targeting specific projects like renewable energy or social housing.</li>
</ul>
Unlike SRI, ESG does not exclude companies outright but instead ranks them based on risk exposure and management. This makes ESG a more flexible approach, allowing investors to engage with firms and drive positive change rather than simply divesting.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Regulatory and Market Trends Shaping ESG Investing</h2>
ESG regulations vary significantly across regions. In Europe, the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) imposes strict requirements on fund managers to classify and report ESG-related risks. The UK has adopted similar policies, while the U.S. approach remains more fragmented, with ongoing debates over corporate disclosure mandates.
As regulatory frameworks tighten, businesses that fail to comply with ESG expectations risk exclusion from major investment portfolios. This is particularly relevant in industries with significant environmental impact, such as energy and manufacturing, where failing to meet sustainability targets can limit access to capital.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Future of ESG Investing: Will It Evolve into SRI?</h2>
A growing discussion in financial circles is whether ESG investing will transition into SRI-style exclusionary practices. As institutional investors face increasing pressure to align with sustainability goals, the temptation to outright divest from companies that fail ESG criteria is rising. However, many argue that engagement, rather than exclusion, is the more effective strategy. By holding shares in companies and leveraging voting power, investors can push for reforms in governance, environmental policies, and labor practices.
The key challenge for ESG investing moving forward will be maintaining credibility. If firms continue to exploit ESG as a branding exercise without measurable progress, regulatory bodies may enforce stricter guidelines, making ESG closer to SRI in practice.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ESG as a Financial Strategy, Not Just an Ethical Choice</h2>
The debate over ESG's profitability continues, but one fact remains clear: ESG is no longer just an ethical preference—it's a financial strategy. Investors who recognize the role of ESG in risk management can gain a competitive edge, navigating regulatory landscapes and capitalizing on shifting market trends. Whether ESG investing will eventually converge with SRI or remain a distinct strategy is yet to be seen, but its influence on capital markets is undeniable. As companies face increasing scrutiny, those with strong ESG foundations are likely to emerge as long-term winners.

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Warren Buffett, legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, wants everyone to know that he remains a long-term bull on U.S. stocks.
"Despite what some commentators currently view as an extraordinary cash position at Berkshire, the great majority of your money remains in equities," Buffett said this in his new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders</a>. "That preference won't change."
Buffett appears to be responding to the many news headlines emphasizing Berkshire's growing cash position. Here are a few from the past few weeks:
Why Is Warren Buffett Hoarding So Much Cash? &#8211;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/stocks/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-cash-annual-letter-2c956952">WSJ</a>
As investors await Warren Buffett's annual letter, is Berkshire Hathaway hoarding cash out of fear — or waiting for an opportunity? &#8211;&nbsp;<a href="https://fortune.com/2025/02/21/warren-buffett-annual-letter-berkshire-hathaway-hoarding-cash/">Fortune</a>
Warren Buffett Is Out of Step With Markets. Berkshire Hathaway Keeps Selling Stocks. &#8211;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-stocks-sales-portfolio-holdings-92567500">Barron's</a>
Warren Buffett's growing cash pile and 3 other things to watch for in Berkshire's investor letter &#8211;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/warren-buffetts-growing-cash-pile-and-3-other-things-investors-want-to-hear-about-in-berkshires-investor-letter-b9b4690e">MarketWatch</a>
Berkshire's cash pile grew to&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/warren-buffett-says-berkshire-hathaway-did-better-than-i-expected-last-year-in-latest-letter-to-shareholders-151248284.html">$334 billion in 2024</a>, up from $167.6 billion the year prior.
Buffett acknowledges that the value of&nbsp;marketable&nbsp;equities — companies that continue to trade publicly in the stock market — held by Berkshire declined last year.
But he also takes a more holistic view of Berkshire's portfolio, which includes 189 companies that Berkshire owns. These are companies that don't trade on the stock market like GEICO, Precision Castparts, BNSF, Pilot Travel Centers, Clayton Homes, and Fruit of the Loom.
"While our ownership in marketable equities moved downward last year from $354 billion to $272 billion, the value of our non-quoted controlled equities increased somewhat and remains far greater than the value of the marketable portfolio," he wrote.
Businesses ‘usually find a way' &#x1f4aa;
Commentators can read into Berkshire's quarterly and annual tweaks however they like.
But Buffett's long-term optimism for American business hasn't changed, which is why he'd rather be invested in stocks over bonds or cash.
"Berkshire shareholders can rest assured that we will forever deploy a substantial majority of their money in equities – mostly American equities although many of these will have international operations of significance," Buffett wrote. "Berkshire will never prefer ownership of cash-equivalent assets over the ownership of good businesses, whether controlled or only partially owned."
Buffett's comments come as the U.S. debt and deficit — as well as the Trump administration's effort to address it all —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-21/senate-budget-vote-leaves-hurdles-for-trump-tax-cuts-debt-limit">dominate headlines</a>. Any development in this area has implications for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/us-dollar-strength-headwind-context">the dollar</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/interest-rates-volatility-impact-stock-market">interest rates</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/hot-economic-charts-that-cooled">economic activity broadly</a>.
"Paper money can see its value evaporate if fiscal folly prevails," he added. "In some countries, this reckless practice has become habitual, and, in our country's short history, the U.S. has come close to the edge. Fixed-coupon bonds provide no protection against runaway currency."
Businesses are not totally immune to emerging challenges. But history has shown repeatedly that they are quick to adapt and evolve in their relentless pursuit of growth. (We discussed this in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/investing-risks-ceteris-paribus-all-else-equal">last week's TKer</a>.)
"Businesses, as well as individuals with desired talents, however, will usually find a way to cope with monetary instability as long as their goods or services are desired by the country's citizenry," Buffett said. "I have depended on the success of American businesses and I will continue to do so."
The long game is undefeated &#x1f52d;
None of this is to suggest stocks will only go up from here.
Buffett would be the first to tell you he has "<a href="https://www.tker.co/i/52908689/we-have-not-been-good-at-timing">not been good at timing</a>" the market.
In fact, one of his most bullish essays, a New York Times op-ed titled "<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/17/opinion/17buffett.html">Buy American. I Am,</a>" came just before the S&amp;P 500 fell another 26% before the market bottomed in March 2009.
But the thesis of his piece ultimately held, and those who bought U.S. equities at the time did extraordinarily well in the years to follow.
The American brand of capitalism Buffett promotes isn't just about how companies are able to come up with great goods and services. Rather, it's about how they are unmatched at overcoming what often appear to be insurmountable challenges.
While investors should always&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/p/stock-market-down-days-drawdowns-down-years-normal">brace for short-term volatility</a>, they should also stay focused on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tker.co/i/42137695/the-long-game-is-undefeated">the long game, which remains undefeated</a>.

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Warren Buffett: America's Businesses 'Usually Find A Way'

Chinese shares, including Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) and Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIDU#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>) are falling following Wall Street's worst session of the year, driven by renewed inflation fears and mixed economic data. The decline also comes after a strong rally last week, suggesting profit-taking may be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43892872/why-alibaba-shares-are-rising-2">contributing to the sell-off.</a>
What To Know: The broader weakness in U.S.-listed Chinese stocks reflects heightened caution after the Federal Reserve&#8217;s latest meeting minutes indicated policymakers remain wary of cutting interest rates without stronger evidence that inflation is under control. Rising geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainties, including former President Donald Trump&#8217;s announcement of a 25% tariff on imports like autos and semiconductors, have also created headwinds for multinational companies with global supply chain exposure.
Despite Friday&#8217;s gains on the back of stronger-than-expected earnings and an upbeat outlook, Alibaba's sharp decline today reflects investor concerns about market volatility and broader economic risks. The company recently reported fiscal third-quarter revenue growth of 8% to $38.38 billion, with adjusted earnings per ADS of $2.93 exceeding analysts' forecasts. Optimism surrounding Alibaba's increased investments in cloud and AI technologies had lifted shares, but today's decline indicates that macroeconomic uncertainties are outweighing company-specific developments.
Investors remain cautious as trade tensions, inflation risks, and the Federal Reserve&#8217;s stance on prolonged higher interest rates continue to drive market sentiment, pressuring Chinese equities despite recent positive earnings reports.
Price Action: Alibaba shares were down 9.97% at $129.40, Taiwan Semiconductor shares were down 2.78% at $192.71 and Baidu shares were down 3.94% at $87.68 at the time of writing, according to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2"> Benzinga Pro.</a>
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The moment you receive a foreclosure notice, your world can feel like it&#8217;s crumbling. After years of building a home and creating memories, facing the loss of your sanctuary is a devastating reality many homeowners never imagined they&#8217;d confront.&nbsp;
The impact of foreclosure extends far beyond the loss of your home. Your credit score can plummet significantly, affecting everything from future housing opportunities to employment prospects. However, there&#8217;s a silver lining: credit rehabilitation is achievable with the right strategy, dedication, and patience.&nbsp;
Understanding that rebuilding takes time, we'll walk you through the foreclosure process and, more importantly, chart your path to recovery. Whether you&#8217;re currently facing foreclosure or dealing with its aftermath, you&#8217;ll discover how to rebuild your credit score and work toward a stronger financial foundation.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Happens During a Foreclosure?</h2>
A typical foreclosure process goes this way:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Missed Payments: The process begins when a homeowner falls behind on mortgage payments, usually after 90 days of missed payments.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Notice of Default: The lender issues a formal written notice warning that foreclosure proceedings will begin if the loan isn&#8217;t brought current. It typically arrives after 3-6 months of missed payments and is your last opportunity to arrange a payment plan.</li>
<li>Legal Action: The next steps depend on your state&#8217;s laws. For judicial foreclosure states, lenders must file a lawsuit and go through the court system. On the other hand, non-judicial foreclosure states allow lenders to proceed with foreclosure based on the deed of trust, leading to a quicker process.</li>
<li>Acceleration of the Loan: At this point, the lender may demand full repayment of the entire outstanding loan balance, not just the missed payments.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lis Pendens (Notice of Pending Legal Action): After that, a public notice will be issued to all prospective buyers and creditors that legal action regarding foreclosure is pending.</li>
<li>Foreclosure Sale (Auction): If the debt remains unpaid, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/buying-a-foreclosed-home">home is auctioned</a> to recover the lender&#8217;s loss. If there are no higher bids, the lender often buys the property to resell later.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Eviction: If the homeowner has not vacated the property after the foreclosure sale, the new owner can initiate legal eviction proceedings to remove any remaining occupants.</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Judicial and Non-Judical</h3>
While that's the typical foreclosure process, it is essential to note that foreclosures can happen in two ways: judicial and non-judicial. A scenario for you: let&#8217;s say you&#8217;re faced with a lender trying to foreclose your house; the process will go in one of two ways, depending on where you live:&nbsp;
1. Judicial Foreclosure: In states requiring judicial foreclosure, lenders must file a lawsuit and obtain court approval before foreclosing on your property. This process provides important legal protection: you&#8217;ll receive formal notice of the proceedings, have the opportunity to present your case in court, and potentially negotiate alternatives to foreclosure. While this process typically takes several months to a year, it gives you valuable time to explore options like loan modification or <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/mortgage-refinance-lenders">refinancing</a>.
2. Non-Judicial Foreclosure: States that permit non-judicial foreclosure allow lenders to proceed without court intervention. This streamlined process moves much faster—often completed within a few months. While you&#8217;ll still receive notice of default, the accelerated timeline means you must act quickly to explore alternatives with your lender.
Regardless of which process applies in your state, immediate action is crucial when facing foreclosure.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How to Mitigate Your Losses In a Foreclosure</h3>
If you&#8217;re experiencing difficulty paying the mortgage, contact your lender immediately. Most lenders prefer to work out a solution rather than proceed with foreclosure, offering several loss mitigation options that could help you avoid losing your home. This includes:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Mortgage Forbearance: This is a temporary solution that allows you to reduce or suspend payments during financial hardship. The missed payments are typically added to the end of your loan term or repaid through a modified payment plan. While this provides immediate relief, carefully consider how you&#8217;ll manage the resumed payments.</li>
<li>Loan Modification: Through modification, your lender may adjust your loan terms to make payments more manageable. This could include extending the loan term or even reducing the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-mortgage-interest-rates-work">interest rate</a>.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Short Sale Option: If keeping your home isn&#8217;t feasible, a short sale allows you to sell the property for less than you owe, with lender approval. While this still impacts your credit, it generally causes less damage than a foreclosure and may help you avoid owing a deficiency balance. When weighing a short sale, it's also crucial to review your <a href="https://propertychecker.com/property-tax-calculator">property tax status</a>. Unpaid taxes can add to your overall debt and may affect lender approval.</li>
</ol>
Pro Tip: Remember that foreclosure timelines vary significantly by state, as some processes are complete in just a few months, while others take a year or more. The sooner you act, the more options you&#8217;ll have to avoid foreclosure or minimize its impact on your credit.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Does a Foreclosure Affect Your Credit?</h2>
A foreclosure represents a major default on a financial obligation, sending a strong negative signal to future lenders. When reported to credit bureaus, it triggers consequences that can impact your financial life for years to come. Here's how:&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Immediate Impact on Credit Scores</h3>
The most immediate and dramatic effect is a substantial drop in your credit score, making it harder to get approved for new loans or credit. Typically, a foreclosure can slash your score by 100 points or more, with higher starting scores often seeing steeper declines.&nbsp;
For example, someone with an excellent score of 780 might drop to 640-680, while a score of 680 might fall to 575-595. This impact is particularly severe because payment history accounts for 35% of your credit score.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Long-Term Credit Implications&nbsp;</h3>
The foreclosure remains on your credit report for seven years from the date of your first missed payment. During this period, you&#8217;ll likely face difficulty qualifying for new credit cards and loans, significantly higher interest rates on any approved credit, potential challenges with rental applications, and possible impact on employment opportunities in financial sectors
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. The Deficiency Balance Challenge</h3>
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Even after foreclosure, you might face an additional credit hurdle: the deficiency balance. This occurs when the foreclosure sale price doesn&#8217;t cover your remaining mortgage balance. For example, if you owed $300,000 but the property sold for $250,000, you&#8217;d have a $50,000 deficiency balance. This balance can affect your credit in two ways:
<ul>
<li>If unpaid, it appears as additional negative debt</li>
<li>If forgiven, it&#8217;s reported as &#8220;settled for less than owed,&#8221; which still impacts your creditworthiness</li>
</ul>
Overall, while these effects are significant, they&#8217;re not permanent. The impact on your credit score slowly reduces, especially if you maintain positive credit habits. Many former homeowners successfully rebuild their credit profiles and qualify for new mortgages within 3-7 years, though initially at higher interest rates.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Improve Your Credit Scores After a Foreclosure</h2>
Sticking to good money habits can set you on the path to rebuilding your credit score, but it won't happen overnight. The key is to take proactive measures, demonstrating a good money management history. Let's explore some of them below. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Monitor Credit Reports and Scores</h3>
The first step to fixing credit is closely monitoring your credit reports. You are legally entitled to free credit reports from all the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). While reviewing this, focus on:
<ul>
<li>Verifying the foreclosure is accurately reported</li>
<li>Identifying and disputing any errors or inaccuracies</li>
<li>Watching for signs of identity theft</li>
<li>Tracking your progress as you rebuild</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Address the Deficiency Balance</h3>
If your foreclosure results in a deficiency balance, the remaining amount owed after the foreclosure sale would require you to handle repayment strategically. Some lenders may be interested in negotiating a payment plan or settling for a reduced amount. However, be cautious when considering debt settlement, as it may have tax implications or further impact your credit score.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Re-establish Positive Payment History</h3>
Your payment history contributes the largest percentage to your credit score, accounting for 35%. Paying all your bills, including rent, electricity, gas, and another credit account, on time can improve your score and, by extension, lenders&#8217; trust in you. Here are a few strategies you can employ:
<ul>
<li>Secured Credit Cards: A secured credit card requires an upfront security deposit that typically becomes your credit limit. For example, a $500 deposit gives you a $500 credit line. These cards are specifically designed for credit building, making them ideal after foreclosure. Look out for cards that report to the major credit bureaus and charge minimal annual fees.</li>
<li>Credit Builder Loans: Unlike traditional loans, the lender holds your borrowed amount in a secured savings account while you make monthly payments. Each payment is reported to the major credit bureaus, helping establish a positive payment history. After completing the loan term, you receive the full loan amount plus any interest earned.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Authorized User Status: Setting up as an authorized user on a responsible family member&#8217;s or friend&#8217;s credit card can help build a credit history. However, not every lender reports authorized user transactions, so it&#8217;s best to verify before relying on this strategy.</li>
<li>Installment Loans (Auto Loans, Personal Loans): Installment loans can be powerful tools for rebuilding credit, provided you choose them strategically. While approval may be challenging after foreclosure, lenders typically offer options with higher interest rates. As much as possible, focus on loans you can comfortably afford.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
These strategies might prove to be challenging at first, but they are effective in credit score recovery in the long run.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. Keep Credit Utilization Low</h3>
Credit utilization is crucial in your credit recovery, accounting for 30% of your FICO score. The key is maintaining a low utilization ratio across all your credit cards. Aim to keep balances below 30% of your credit limits, but for faster credit score improvement, try to stay under 10%. For example, on a $1,000 credit limit, keep your balance below $300 (30% threshold).&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5. Be Patient and Consistent</h3>
It will take time to rebuild credit after a foreclosure, but consistent, prudent financial habits will pay off. Avoid quick fixes, like credit repair schemes that "guarantee" overnight success. Instead, work on long-term approaches that prove your dependability to lenders. Over time, these habits will qualify you for higher credit opportunities, lower interest rates, and even an eventual mortgage.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line: Rebuilding Your Credit Takes Time&nbsp;</h2>
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Repairing credit after foreclosure may seem daunting, but it is possible with the right approach and determination. You can start rebuilding your financial health by regularly monitoring your credit reports, addressing any deficits, and making regular, on-time payments. Some strategies, such as using secured credit cards, credit builder loans, and credit utilization maintenance, will also significantly strengthen your credit score.
Your credit score won&#8217;t recover overnight, but each positive financial decision builds momentum toward recovery. Many former homeowners see significant improvement after two years of consistent positive credit behavior, with some qualifying for new mortgages within 3-7 years of foreclosure. In addition, you should consider working with a qualified credit counselor for personalized guidance. This will help restore your financial stability and help you work toward new opportunities for homeownership.
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To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Buffett's Letter</h4>
Please <a href="https://thearorareport.com/chart-analysis-stock-market-warren-buffett-cash-germany-independce-from-us-brkb-mc-02242025">click here</a> for an enlarged chart of Warren Buffett's company Berkshire Hathaway Inc Class B (BRK.B).
Note the following:
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<li>This article is about the big picture, not an individual stock.&nbsp; The chart of BRK.B is being used to illustrate the point.</li>
<li>Warren Buffett is the smartest investor of our time.&nbsp; Prudent investors eagerly await his annual letter.&nbsp; Here are the important points from Warren Buffett's letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders:
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<li>Cash reserves hit a record of $334.2B at the end of 2024.</li>
<li>Berkshire's holdings of publicly traded stocks fell to $272B at the end of 2024.</li>
<li>Berkshire sold stock worth $143.4B by the end of 2024.</li>
<li>Buffett wrote, "Often, nothing looks compelling; very infrequently we find ourselves knee-deep in opportunities."</li>
<li>Berkshire reported strong operating earnings.</li>
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<li>In The Arora Report analysis, the most important point for prudent investors from Buffett's letter is that he is now holding more cash than publicly traded stocks.&nbsp; Buffett's position is the equivalent of 55% in the protection band.&nbsp; As a reference, the top band of The Arora Report's protection band is 44%. In contrast, the momo crowd has a negative protection band because they are borrowing money to invest in stocks.&nbsp; This sets up the momo crowd for forced selling as they will get margin calls if the stock market drops.&nbsp; On the other hand, if the stock market continues to go up, the momo crowd will keep on buying.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>In Friday's Morning Capsule, we wrote:</li>
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<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">University of Michigan consumer sentiment will be released at 10am ET.  At The Arora Report, we will be very carefully scrutinizing this data after the lower guidance from Walmart Inc (WMT).  The data may be market moving.
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<li>The stock market experienced a significant drop on the University of Michigan consumer sentiment data.&nbsp; Here are the key points:
<ul>
<li>Consumer sentiment came at 64.7 vs. 67.5 consensus.&nbsp; The reading was a 10% drop from January.</li>
<li>All five components of the index decreased.</li>
<li>The largest component drop was 19% in durables, mostly due to fears of price increases stemming from tariffs.</li>
<li>Inflation expectations increased to 4.3% from 3.3% in January.&nbsp; This is the highest reading since 2023.</li>
<li>The long term economic outlook dropped by 6%.&nbsp; This is the lowest reading since 2023.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, the most important data point from the University of Michigan consumer sentiment is rising inflation expectations to 4.3%.&nbsp; The prospect of stagflation is real.&nbsp; A stagflationary environment is the worst scenario for investors' portfolios, short of extraordinary events.&nbsp;</li>
<li>This morning in the early trade, stocks are experiencing a reflex rally from Friday's selloff for two reasons:
<ul>
<li>Berkshire Hathaway reported strong operating earnings.</li>
<li>The usual momo guru pump over the weekend to persuade the momo crowd to buy stocks.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Germany</h4>
Exit polls indicate Friedrich Merz of the center-right Christian Democratic Union will be the next chancellor of Germany.&nbsp; Merz stated that his top priority is German independence from the U.S.&nbsp; He plans to strengthen Europe, particularly its defense capabilities.
At a time when U.S. defense stocks are coming under pressure, European defense stocks are rallying.  Depending upon how the government is formed in Germany, The Arora Report will give a signal on adding European defense stocks to the portfolios.  There may also be merit to adding European financial stocks.  As full disclosure, European financial ETF iShares MSCI Europe Financials ETF (EUFN) in The Arora Report&#8217;s ZYX Allocation Model Portfolio.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h4>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG), Meta Platforms Inc (META), Microsoft Corp (MSFT), NVIDIA Corp (NVDA), and Tesla Inc (TSLA).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in Apple Inc (AAPL).
In the early trade, money flows are neutral 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>
The SEC has dropped crypto related charges against Robinhood Markets Inc (HOOD).  Last week, the SEC dropped charges against Coinbase Global Inc (COIN). 
In the largest crypto theft, hackers have stolen $1.5B from crypto exchange Bybit.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Bitcoin is range bound as a result of crosscurrents.
<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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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</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 CSCO usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for Cisco Systems. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 58% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $518,314, and 7 are calls, amounting to $299,817.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $57.5 to $70.0 for Cisco Systems during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Cisco Systems'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 Cisco Systems's whale activity within a strike price range from $57.5 to $70.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Cisco Systems Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740429043_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.34</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>$2.34</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$264.0K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$5.65</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.65</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$105.0K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.16</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$81.3K</td>
<td>468</td>
<td>197</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$78.2K</td>
<td>170</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.52</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$63.2K</td>
<td>810</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Cisco Systems</h3>
Cisco Systems is the largest provider of networking equipment in the world and one of the largest software companies in the world. Its largest businesses are selling networking hardware and software (where it has leading market shares) and cybersecurity software such as firewalls. It also has collaboration products, like its Webex suite, and observability tools. It primarily outsources its manufacturing to third parties and has a large sales and marketing staff—25,000 strong across 90 countries. Overall, Cisco employs 80,000 people and sells its products globally.
In light of the recent options history for Cisco Systems, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Cisco Systems</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 8,187,309, the price of CSCO is down by -1.0%, reaching $63.34.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 79 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Cisco Systems</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $73.4.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Rosenblatt has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $80. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Cisco Systems, which currently sits at a price target of $73. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Cisco Systems, targeting a price of $72. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Piper Sandler keeps a Neutral rating on Cisco Systems with a target price of $72. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Neutral rating on Cisco Systems, maintaining a target price of $70. 
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Cisco Systems Unusual Options Activity

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Celestica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</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 CLS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 30 extraordinary options activities for Celestica. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 46% leaning bullish and 53% bearish. Among these notable options, 8 are puts, totaling $531,086, and 22 are calls, amounting to $2,278,130.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $65.0 and $165.0 for Celestica, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Celestica's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Celestica's significant trades, within a strike price range of $65.0 to $165.0, over the past month.
<h3>Celestica Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740429038_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$468.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>257</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$87.50</td>
<td>$201.7K</td>
<td>88</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$184.1K</td>
<td>359</td>
<td>16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$182.9K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$14.6</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$179.5K</td>
<td>359</td>
<td>143</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celestica</h3>
Celestica Inc offers supply chain solutions. The company has two operating and reportable segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity &amp; Cloud Solutions (CCS). The ATS segment consists of the ATS end market and is comprised of the Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, health tech, and Capital Equipment businesses. Its Capital Equipment business is comprised of the semiconductor, display, and robotics equipment businesses, and the CCS segment consists of Communications and Enterprise end markets, Enterprise end market is comprised of its servers and storage businesses. The company generates a majority of its revenue from the Connectivity &amp; Cloud Solutions segment.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Celestica, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Celestica Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,981,686, the price of CLS is down by -6.31%, reaching $111.72.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Celestica</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $139.2.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from TD Securities keeps a Buy rating on Celestica with a target price of $107. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Celestica, which currently sits at a price target of $150. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital persists with their Outperform rating on Celestica, maintaining a target price of $140. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for Celestica, targeting a price of $139. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Celestica, which currently sits at a price target of $160. 
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Celestica Unusual Options Activity For February 24

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Bloom Energy.
Looking at options history for Bloom Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) we detected 25 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 40% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 56% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $162,300 and 23, calls, for a total amount of $1,870,033.
<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 $14.0 to $42.0 for Bloom Energy over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing 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 Bloom Energy'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 Bloom Energy's whale activity within a strike price range from $14.0 to $42.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Bloom Energy Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740429032_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$288.8K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>74</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$232.4K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$175.5K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$142.5K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$136.2K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Bloom Energy</h3>
Bloom Energy designs, manufactures, sells, and installs solid-oxide fuel cell systems ("Energy Servers") for on-site power generation. Bloom Energy Servers are fuel-flexible and can use natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen to create 24/7 electricity for stationary applications. In 2021, the company announced plans to leverage its technology and enter the electrolyzer market. Bloom primarily sells its systems in the United States and internationally.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Bloom Energy, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Bloom Energy</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 6,783,080, the price of BE is down -4.88% at $22.99. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 3 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Bloom Energy</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 $25.5.
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&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Underperform rating on Bloom Energy, maintaining a target price of $18. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Piper Sandler keeps a Overweight rating on Bloom Energy with a target price of $33. 
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What the Options Market Tells Us About Bloom Energy

Travelers Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRV#NYSE">TRV</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.54% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.87%. Currently, Travelers Companies has a market capitalization of $54.76 billion. 
Buying $1000 In TRV: If an investor had bought $1000 of TRV stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $6,519.57 today based on a price of $241.53 for TRV at the time of writing.
<h3>Travelers Companies's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740429010_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Investors looking to capitalize on the quantum computing revolution can explore several ETFs with exposure to key players in this space.
Defiance Quantum ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTUM#NYSE">QTUM</a>)
QTUM provides exposure to companies engaged in quantum computing, AI, and machine learning. With holdings in Microsoft, IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), and Alphabet (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>), it is well-positioned to benefit from advancements in quantum technology.
Defiance ETFs CEO Sylvia Jablonski highlighted how Majorana 1 has already driven investor interest in QTUM. "The good thing about that ETF is it holds the large-cap, quality, balance-sheet-established players like MSFT but mixes in pure plays like IonQ and Rigetti as well."
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43854334/microsofts-quantum-leap-will-majorana-1-lift-msft-stock">Microsoft&#8217;s Quantum Leap: Will Majorana 1 Lift MSFT Stock?</a>
Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>)
AIQ invests in firms at the forefront of AI and computational advancements, including Microsoft. With quantum computing playing a crucial role in AI's evolution, the fund could see increased investor interest.
VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>)
While primarily focused on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">semiconductor companies</a>, SMH includes exposure to firms developing quantum computing hardware. Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Qualcomm (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) and Broadcom are among its top holdings. Given that quantum computing relies on advanced semiconductor technology, any advancements in this sector could indirectly boost the ETF.
Sylvia Jablonski on the ETF Impact of Microsoft's Majorana 1
Jablonski weighed in on the implications of Microsoft's quantum computing advancement, emphasizing its significance for ETFs in the space.
Satya Nadella, Microsoft's Chairman and CEO, described the chip as a "physics and fabrication breakthrough" rather than a pure quantum computing leap. He compared it to the transistor moment of quantum computing, a milestone that could pave the way for the technology's practical application.
Jablonski reinforced this view, stating, "He's saying that we are at a key inflection point where quantum computing transitions from being experimental to practical and scalable. It reminds me of the ChatGPT moment."
Jablonski believes that Microsoft's breakthrough could have lasting implications. "Microsoft's breakthrough accelerates quantum error correction and scalability. It could lead to sustained confidence in the sector. When you have quality companies like Alphabet, Microsoft, and IBM blessing these innovations, that bodes well for the consumer and his or her sentiment on the quantum sector."
According to Jablonski, QTUM ETF balances both risk and reward effectively. "We have both—having the large caps serves as a ballast for risk on volatility on the small caps."
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/25/02/43885743/microsofts-quantum-leap-hits-a-technical-snag-death-cross-looms-large">Microsoft&#8217;s Quantum Leap Hits A Technical Snag: Death Cross Looms Large</a>
Are We Closer to Real-World Applications?
Jablonski sees practical applications emerging sooner than skeptics expect. "Microsoft's error correction claims, if validated, represent significant progress. Quantum computing is already used in certain workflows, risk analysis, supply chain, and logistics cases."
Beyond quantum computing, AI-driven ETFs are seeing strong momentum, particularly in automation, robotics, and generative AI. "We also think that 6G and the future of tech connectivity will be a big topic this year," Jablonski noted.
The Road Ahead
Although high error rates and commercialization challenges still limit quantum computing's immediate applications, Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip signals a major step forward. With ETFs offering a diversified approach to investing in this space, investors can position themselves to benefit from the quantum computing revolution while mitigating risks associated with individual stocks.
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Crypto markets are under pressure on monday as Bitcoin struggles to reclaim $96,000. Sentiment remains weak amid <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43906580/would-you-believe-it-bybit-hacker-now-holds-more-eth-than-vitalik-buterin-and-the-ethereum-foundation">recent hacks</a> and <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43918143/bitcoin-stuck-in-90-day-consolidation-range-this-juncture-is-critical-bitfinex-analysts-say">ETF outflows</a>.
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<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Gains +/-</td>
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$94,042.60</td>
<td>-1.8%</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2,650.06</td>
<td>-5.6%</td>
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<td>Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$149.96</td>
<td>-10.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2.40</td>
<td>-5.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.2219</td>
<td>-7.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.00001423</td>
<td>-8%</td>
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Notable Statistics:
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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 28.3% and daily active addresses falling by 19.9%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are down from 7,980 to 6,703 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are down by 80.7%.</li>
<li>Coinglass data reports 155,297 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $390.87 million.</li>
<li>Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez <a href="https://x.com/ali_charts/status/1894092177686339994">noted </a>capital inflows into the crypto market dropping by around 50% in the past 10 days, declining from $52 billion to $26.5 billion.</li>
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<td>Gains +/-</td>
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<td>Raydium (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">RAY</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$3.07</td>
<td>-26.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hyperliquid (CRYPTO: HYPE)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$20.58</td>
<td>-12.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Optimism (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">OP</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$1.05</td>
<td>-10.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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Trader Notes: With Bitcoin prices dropping, crypto trader Johnny warns that Bitcoin is entering a critical area, calling it a &#8220;bounce or die&#8221; moment.
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&mdash; Johnny (@CryptoGodJohn) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoGodJohn/status/1894109596962173281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Miles Deutscher <a href="https://x.com/milesdeutscher/status/1894032087344418838">noted </a>that peaks in the Dollar Index (DXY) have historically preceded BTC rallies, questioning if this is another key turning point. 
Crypto trader sees Bitcoin holding key support, suggesting that a reclaim of the blue range—potentially after dipping to $94,327—could pave the way for a move toward $97,000-$98,000.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> Hanging on for dear life here. But if we can reclaim the blue range (perhaps after tagging 94327) we have a shot at upside into 97, 98k <a href="https://t.co/CtG4kQ9ZAQ">pic.twitter.com/CtG4kQ9ZAQ</a>
&mdash; CJ (@CJ900X) <a href="https://twitter.com/CJ900X/status/1894088784301424868?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Advising caution, Julio Moreno <a href="https://x.com/jjcmoreno/status/1894052714033606865">pointed</a> that out that Bitcoin demand has turned negative for the first time since last September, increasing the risk of further correction.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</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 IBM, 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 33 uncommon options trades for IBM.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 42% bullish and 45%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $706,919, and 24 are calls, for a total amount of $1,355,953.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $165.0 to $310.0 for IBM during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of IBM stands at 900.48, with a total volume reaching 3,094.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in IBM, situated within the strike price corridor from $165.0 to $310.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>IBM Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740428136_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$31.4</td>
<td>$31.75</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$317.3K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$78.55</td>
<td>$77.65</td>
<td>$77.6</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$155.2K</td>
<td>421</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$5.03</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$141.8K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$140.9K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td align="right">567</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$24.3</td>
<td>$23.9</td>
<td>$23.9</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$100.3K</td>
<td>33</td>
<td align="right">84</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About IBM</h3>
IBM looks to be a part of every aspect of an enterprise's IT needs. The company primarily sells software, IT services, consulting, and hardware. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which include 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. Primary products include its mainframes, Red Hat software, transaction processing software, and IT consulting.
Having examined the options trading patterns of IBM, 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 IBM</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,795,117, the price of IBM is up 0.37% at $262.44. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 58 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On IBM</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $267.6.
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; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Neutral rating on IBM, maintaining a target price of $244. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Equal-Weight rating on IBM, maintaining a target price of $228. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from RBC Capital continues to hold a Outperform rating for IBM, targeting a price of $276. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Jefferies continues to hold a Hold rating for IBM, targeting a price of $270. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $320. 
Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for IBM with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

IBM's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Alibaba Gr Hldgs.
Looking at options history for Alibaba Gr Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) we detected 207 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 45% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 43% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 68 are puts, for a total amount of $8,424,461 and 139, calls, for a total amount of $10,863,396.
<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 $55.0 to $290.0 for Alibaba Gr Hldgs over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</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 Alibaba Gr Hldgs's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Alibaba Gr Hldgs's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $55.0 to $290.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Alibaba Gr Hldgs Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740428131_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$556.9K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.87</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$243.8K</td>
<td>24.2K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$21.1</td>
<td>$20.9</td>
<td>$21.05</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$157.8K</td>
<td>27.1K</td>
<td>297</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$21.05</td>
<td>$20.85</td>
<td>$21.0</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$157.5K</td>
<td>27.1K</td>
<td>297</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$44.5</td>
<td>$43.7</td>
<td>$44.5</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$155.7K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Alibaba Gr Hldgs</h3>
Alibaba is the world's largest online and mobile commerce company as measured by gross merchandise volume. It operates China's online marketplaces, including Taobao (consumer-to-consumer) and Tmall (business-to-consumer). The China commerce retail division is the most valuable cash flow-generating business at Alibaba. Additional revenue sources include China commerce wholesale, international commerce retail/wholesale, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment platforms, Cainiao logistics services, and innovation initiatives/other.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Alibaba Gr Hldgs, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Alibaba Gr Hldgs</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 62,874,103, with BABA's price down by -9.86%, positioned at $129.58.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 78 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Alibaba Gr Hldgs</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $163.0.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Overweight rating on Alibaba Gr Hldgs, maintaining a target price of $170. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Baird keeps a Outperform rating on Alibaba Gr Hldgs with a target price of $125. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Alibaba Gr Hldgs, which currently sits at a price target of $150. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Benchmark continues to hold a Buy rating for Alibaba Gr Hldgs, targeting a price of $190. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley upgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $180. 
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.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Rocket Lab USA.
Looking at options history for Rocket Lab USA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>) we detected 60 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 55% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 31% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 15 are puts, for a total amount of $614,810 and 45, calls, for a total amount of $3,929,904.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $4.0 to $50.0 for Rocket Lab USA over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Rocket Lab USA'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 Rocket Lab USA's whale trades within a strike price range from $4.0 to $50.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Rocket Lab USA 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740428126_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<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>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$236.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>711</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.25</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$234.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$154.4K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>206</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$13.85</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$13.75</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$137.5K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$118.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>706</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Rocket Lab USA</h3>
Rocket Lab USA Inc is engaged in space, building rockets, and spacecraft. It provides end-to-end mission services that provide frequent and reliable access to space for civil, defense, and commercial markets. It designs and manufactures the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles and Photon satellite platform. Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle has delivered multiple satellites to orbit for private and public sector organizations, enabling operations in national security, scientific research, space debris mitigation, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and communications. The business operates in two segments being Launch Services and Space systems. Geographically it serves Japan, Germany, rest of the world and earns key revenue from the United States.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Rocket Lab USA, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Rocket Lab USA's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 16,143,939, the price of RKLB is down by -4.12%, reaching $22.58.</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>Expert Opinions on Rocket Lab USA</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $32.0.
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Descartes Systems Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DSGX#NASDAQ">DSGX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.52% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.71%. Currently, Descartes Systems Gr has a market capitalization of $9.57 billion. 
Buying $1000 In DSGX: If an investor had bought $1000 of DSGX stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,591.22 today based on a price of $111.87 for DSGX at the time of writing.
<h3>Descartes Systems Gr's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740428114_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Ranking among the major players in the infrastructural arena of artificial intelligence, Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) essentially provides the backbone for data centers. Primarily, its products undergird networking, custom accelerator and storage solutions. However, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43761300/intel-could-be-split-in-two-as-broadcom-and-tsmc-explore-deals-trump-white-house-resists-foreign-ownership-report">concerns related to a possible buyout</a> of the chip design and marketing business of Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) has seen AVGO stock decline conspicuously. Ultimately, though, history has proven such dips tend to spark buying activity.
From a fundamental perspective, Broadcom has garnered a reputation for its ability to acquire, integrate and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/22/05/27415720/broadcom-to-acquire-vmware-in-61-billion-deal-what-investors-need-to-know">extract value from major acquisitions</a>. Notably, the tech giant bought out VMware, at the time a leading cloud computing and virtualization company. Broadcom rebranded the acquired firm and incorporated it into its existing infrastructure and security software solutions unit. Still, the latest report puts this reputation to the test.
Early last week, the Wall Street Journal reported that Broadcom has been analyzing the viability of acquiring Intel's chip design and marketing unit. On the other end, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) is exploring the prospect of acquiring Intel's chip plants. Broadcom and TSMC are not working together and the talks remain preliminary.
Nevertheless, the prospect of Broadcom buying a component of Intel's business worried several investors. Among the major tech players, Intel has lagged the competition through a variety of missteps and self-inflicted wounds. Naturally, a possible deal would raise concerns about integration challenges and broader financial implications.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investors Usually Come Around to Bolster AVGO Stock</h2>
While circumstances aren't particularly favorable for AVGO stock at the moment, traders should note that historically, the security benefits from an upward bias. To be clear, this framework doesn't guarantee long-side success. Generally speaking, though, bullish traders — based on prevailing trends — are likelier to be rewarded for their acquisitiveness. What's more, investors tend to view dips in AVGO as buying opportunities.
Let's consider the raw numbers. Using data from January 2019, a position entered in AVGO stock at the beginning of the week has around a 57% chance of rising by the end of it. Over an eight-week period, this baseline probability varies but eventually culminates in long odds of approximately 69%. Again, traders who adopt a bullish perspective are more aligned with AVGO's natural rhythm.
What's really interesting is that this behavior tilts even more favorably for the bulls whenever AVGO encounters volatility. Last week, the equity lost just under 5%. Under similar circumstances, the subsequent week following the negative anchor event sees long odds dip below the baseline probability to approximately 54%. Therefore, it's not surprising that this week started off in the red.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24144838/AVGO-stock-probability-gambit-8-wk-outlook-1024x576.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-796208" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24144838/AVGO-stock-probability-gambit-8-wk-outlook-1024x576.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24144838/AVGO-stock-probability-gambit-8-wk-outlook-300x169.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24144838/AVGO-stock-probability-gambit-8-wk-outlook-768x432.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24144838/AVGO-stock-probability-gambit-8-wk-outlook.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image by author</figcaption></figure>
Nevertheless, based on past data, the dynamic long odds (accounting for data within specific parameters) from the second week onward tend to rise above the baseline probability. Stated differently, investors eventually buy the discount in AVGO stock.
To reiterate, history isn't guaranteed to repeat itself. However, AVGO stock may be one of the more reliable trading ideas to bet on because it's so heavily traded. In other words, the pricing behavior is a tad more predictable. Case in point is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43288552/options-corner-broadcoms-discount-entices-but-watch-for-stormy-clouds-ahead">AVGO's behavior under extreme volatility</a>. Back when the DeepSeek impact cratered tech stocks, AVGO followed a predictable pattern, which appears to have only been undone by the aforementioned Intel buyout report.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Back At The Wheel Again</h2>
In anticipation of Broadcom stock eventually bouncing back from its downward spell, aggressive traders can target long-side options strategies for derivatives expiring March 7. Historically, AVGO tends to post a median return of around 5.7% two weeks following a five-day period of modest volatility, assuming the materialization of the positive scenario.
With this forecast in mind, speculators may look to the 220/225 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bull-spread">bull call spread</a>. This transaction involves buying the $220 call and simultaneously selling the $225 call, using the proceeds from the short call to partially offset the debit paid of the long call. Granted, this setup caps the upside reward at the $225 short call strike price. However, the benefit is that the net transaction is significantly cheaper than buying the $220 call outright.
One wrinkle to consider is that Broadcom will disclose its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVGO/earnings">first-quarter earnings report</a> on March 6. As such, market makers are likely pricing in a volatility crush, which may be why the same 220/225 bull spread expiring March 21 features the same net debit cost — which is $210 at time of writing — as the earlier-expiring spread.
Ultimately, the deciding factor will come down to the trader's perspective and risk tolerance. Still, for speculators seeking to extract a quick profit, the March 7 spread may be more attractive, especially in mitigating opportunity costs from an unnecessarily lengthy spread.

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Hedera (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/hbar/usd">HBAR</a>) has seen a 35% decline this past month, but the approval process for a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42537836/litecoin-hbar-etfs-could-come-before-xrp-solana-heres-why">spot HBAR ETF</a> has triggered renewed interest among traders.
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Cryptocurrency</td>
<td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>Market Cap</td>
<td>24-Hour Trend</td>
<td>7-Day Trend</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hedera (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/hbar/usd">HBAR</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.2139</td>
<td>$8.96 billion</td>
<td>+1.8%&nbsp;</td>
<td>+1.3%&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$2.44</td>
<td>$141.4 billion</td>
<td>-4.3%&nbsp;</td>
<td>-7.4%&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>)</td>
<td>&nbsp;$0.7253</td>
<td>$25.5 billion</td>
<td>&nbsp;-5.2%</td>
<td>-8.6%&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Trader Notes: Crypto trader Javon Marks sees HBAR's first breakout target at $0.504, a 128% increase from current levels. If this level is broken, HBAR could push toward $1.00.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24HBAR&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$HBAR</a> (Hedera) remains with its first breakout target at the approximate $0.504 level, meaning that an over 128% run to reach it could still be in the works! A break above and prices could push levels just under $1. <a href="https://t.co/92UEWjjvS3">https://t.co/92UEWjjvS3</a> <a href="https://t.co/ILNMNRgYOm">pic.twitter.com/ILNMNRgYOm</a>
&mdash; JAVON&#x26a1;&#xFE0F;MARKS (@JavonTM1) <a href="https://twitter.com/JavonTM1/status/1894044940696530959?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Crypto trader Mihir aka RhythmicAnalyst <a href="https://x.com/RhythmicAnalyst/status/1894076168548090242">highlighted</a> an Inverse Head &amp; Shoulders (H&amp;S) bullish pattern, signaling a potential reversal for HBAR.
Community News: Canary Capital <a href="http://chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://listingcenter.nasdaq.com/assets/rulebook/nasdaq/filings/SR-NASDAQ-2025-018.pdf">submitted </a>a 19b-4 filing with the U.S. SEC as the Nasdaq Stock Market applied on their behalf. This filing follows last year's S-1 registration and, if acknowledged, will start a 240-day countdown for a decision on the ETF.
AllinCrypto <a href="https://x.com/RealAllinCrypto/status/1894087193460658508">noted</a> that Hedera is now ahead of Dogecoin, XRP and Solana in the ETF approval race, making it the top altcoin after Ethereum for potential institutional adoption.
What's Next: As institutions eye altcoin ETFs, HBAR's price action will depend on further regulatory progress and broader market sentiment.
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