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SAG Holdings Ltd engages in the business of distributing automotive and industrial spare parts with operations primarily based in Singapore, and global sales primarily generated from the Middle East and Malaysia. Its business is comprised of On-Highway Business serving the automotive sector and Off-Highway Business primarily servicing the marine, energy, mining, construction, agriculture, and oil and gas sectors. The On-Highway Business Segment supply genuine and aftermarket spare parts to customers through our Autozone retail outlets located in Singapore, as well as Malaysia. The Off-Highway Business Segment supply a wide range of components and spare parts for internal combustion engines with a strong focus on filtration products through Filtec.

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In the preceding three months, 6 analysts have released ratings for nVent Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $81.33, a high estimate of $90.00, and a low estimate of $70.00. A 5.43% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $86.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742587244_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive nVent Electric is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Scott Graham</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Silver</td>
<td>CL King</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vladimir Bystricky</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to nVent Electric. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of nVent Electric compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into nVent Electric's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVT/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on nVent Electric analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About nVent Electric</h2>
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions that touches a broad range of end markets including infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and residential. NVent designs, manufacturers, markets, installs, and services a portfolio of electrical enclosures and electrical fastening solutions. North America accounts for the majority of sales.
<h3>Financial Insights: nVent Electric</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: nVent Electric's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.94%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: nVent Electric's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.42%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 0.33%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): nVent Electric's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.16% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: nVent Electric's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.7, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Deep Dive Into nVent Electric Stock: Analyst Perspectives (6 Ratings)

4 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Regions Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RF#NYSE">RF</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Regions Finl and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $26.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $28.00 and a low estimate of $24.00. A 1.89% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $26.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742587233_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A clear picture of Regions Finl's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brian Foran</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Horowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon King</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Regions Finl. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Regions Finl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Regions Finl's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Regions Finl's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RF/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Regions Finl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Regions Finl</h2>
Regions Financial is a regional bank based in Alabama, with branches primarily in the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. Regions primarily provides traditional commercial and retail banking and also offers mortgage services, asset management, wealth management, securities brokerage, and trust services.
<h3>Regions Finl: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Regions Finl's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 0.22%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Regions Finl's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 27.99%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.07%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Regions Finl's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.32%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Regions Finl's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.4.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Where Regions Finl Stands With Analysts

Analysts' ratings for Gartner (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IT#NYSE">IT</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 5 analysts.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $555.4, a high estimate of $605.00, and a low estimate of $460.00. Marking an increase of 1.24%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $548.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742587224_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of Gartner by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Meuler</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$557.00</td>
<td>$605.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Meuler</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$605.00</td>
<td>$579.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toni Kaplan</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$555.00</td>
<td>$564.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manav Patnaik</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Haas</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$460.00</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Gartner. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Gartner compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Gartner's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Gartner's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Gartner's Background</h2>
Gartner Inc provides independent research and analysis on information technology and other related technology industries. Its research is delivered to clients' desktops in the form of reports, briefings, and updates. Typical clients are chief information officers and other business executives who help plan companies' IT budgets. Gartner also provides consulting services. The company operates through three business segments, namely Research, Conferences and Consulting. The company generates majority of the revenue from Research segment.
<h3>Gartner: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Gartner showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 8.13% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Gartner's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 23.24%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Gartner's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 32.89%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Gartner's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 4.87%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 2.13, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
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Forecasting The Future: 5 Analyst Projections For Gartner

ExlService Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXLS#NASDAQ">EXLS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 8.01% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.02%. Currently, ExlService Hldgs has a market capitalization of $7.48 billion. 
Buying $100 In EXLS: If an investor had bought $100 of EXLS stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $1,368.87 today based on a price of $46.06 for EXLS at the time of writing.
<h3>ExlService Hldgs's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
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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.
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The Caribbean company — famous for its luxury destinations in places like Jamaica, the Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Grenada, Barbados, Antigua, Curaçao and Turks and Caicos — is hoping to fetch between $6 billion and $7 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Founded in 1981 by Gordon "Butch" Stewart, Sandals has been caught in a legal soap opera since his passing in 2021. His son, Adam Stewart, now runs the company, but family infighting over Butch's estate could complicate the sale process. Expect big hotel chains and private equity firms to circle the all-inclusive resort company.
Earlier this year, Hyatt shelled out $2.6 billion for Playa Hotels &amp; Resorts, proving that the market is sizzling hotter than a Jamaican beach in July.
Of course, before Sandals finds a new owner, it has to survive both the sale process and the family feud. While Sandals promises a stress-free getaway for couples, behind the scenes, it's been anything but smooth sailing.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Updates From The Block</h2>
The Boston Celtics are set to be sold to private equity investor Bill Chisholm for a record-breaking $6.1 billion, eventually reaching a whopping $7.3 billion. According <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/03/20/boston-celtics-record-sale?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_axiosprorata&amp;stream=top">to</a> Axios, that&#8217;s more than any pro sports team has ever fetched. 
For context, that&#8217;s more than what Josh Harris paid for the entire Washington Commanders, and they at least have their own stadium.
Chisholm, a Massachusetts native and co-founder of Symphony Technology Group, isn't going it alone. Sixth Street Partners &#8211; fresh off <a href="https://sixthstreet.com/investment_announce/san-francisco-giants-form-strategic-partnership-with-global-investment-firm-sixth-street/">snagging</a> a slice of the San Francisco Giants &#8211; is also in on the action. The current ownership group, led by Wyc Grousbeck, bought the team in 2002 for just $360 million (talk about a return on investment). Grousbeck will stick around as CEO until at least 2028, while his co-investor, Steve Pagliuca, seems unlikely to stay on board after losing out on the top bid.
But it&#8217;s not a slam dunk just yet. The NBA must give Chrisholm the blessing, which won't happen until after the season. Until then, Chisholm is reportedly still shopping for some deep-pocketed co-investors.
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<li>Brookfield Asset Management is the top bidder for the Colonial Pipeline auction. Colonial is expected to go for more than $10 billion, according <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-19/brookfield-leading-race-to-acquire-10-billion-colonial-pipeline">to</a> Bloomberg. </li>
<li>Redwire Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDW#NYSE">RDW</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44439892/whats-going-on-with-redwire-corporation-stock-today">received all necessary regulatory approvals</a> to acquire Edge Autonomy. These approvals include the completion of the antitrust review under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, as well as foreign investment reviews in Latvia, Canada and the U.K. The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Off The Block</h2>
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<li>Venture capital-backed Sora Finance, a provider of debt optimization software to financial advisers, sold to MassMutual&#8216;s Flourish. Sora Finance had raised $5.5 million from various firms, including Peterson Ventures, New Era Capital Partners, Launchpad Capital, Fairbridge Park, Tubbs Ventures, Creative Capital and Endurance Cos.</li>
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<li>Cylinder, a Chicago-based virtual health platform, just acquired Dieta Health, a startup specializing in generating AI images of your stool. Seriously. Dieta's app allows patients to snap photos of their number two and the AI provides an accurate reading and report. Cylinder's goal? To provide more personalized digestive care that actually improves clinical outcomes and gut health.</li>
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<li>Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44414790/nvidia-acquires-synthetic-data-firm-gretel-to-train-ai-models-report">completed</a> the acquisition of Gretel, a synthetic data startup valued at $320 million. Although the exact financial terms of the purchase were not undisclosed. The acquisition marks an expansion for Nvidia as it integrates Gretel's team and technology into its growing portfolio of cloud-based AI services.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bankruptcy Block</h2>
Village Roadshow Entertainment, the company behind hits like &#8220;The Matrix,&#8221; is now in full liquidation mode after filing Chapter 11.
The company's dispute with Warner Bros Discovery (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) started when &#8220;The Matrix Resurrections&#8221; was released on HBO Max the same day it hit theaters. Village Roadshow claims this move killed the franchise&#8217;s value.
That made already troubling financial matters worse, according <a href="https://variety.com/2025/biz/news/village-roadshow-bankruptcy-chapter-11-1236339304/">to</a> Variety. Village Roadshow dropped millions in legal fees trying to resolve the dispute, which still isn&#8217;t settled three years later.
Despite putting 99 movies (i.e., &#8220;Joker&#8221; and &#8220;Ocean&#8217;s Eleven&#8221;) and 166 TV series into development, none were profitable enough to keep the business afloat.
At the moment, Village Roadshow's assets are worth an estimated $100 million to $500 million, but it owes over $500 million to $1 billion and has a list of over 200 creditors. Among its debts? Over $11 million to Kirkland &amp; Ellis and $1.4 million to the Writers Guild of America West.
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The 2024 year may be one for Americans to forget with a divided nation thanks to a contentious<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election"> presidential election cycle.</a>
That political divide may have weighed into the recent world country rankings, where the U.S. hit a new low.
What Happened: While many investors may have been happy in 2024 thanks to the strong returns for many stocks and indexes with the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/01/42754939/sp-500-scaled-a-record-57-all-time-highs-in-2024-heres-what-analysts-think-is-in-store-in-2025">up over 24%</a>, Americans may have been unhappy for many other reasons.
The World Happiness Report, which <a href="https://worldhappiness.report/news/world-happiness-report-2025-people-are-much-kinder-than-we-expect-research-shows/">ranks </a>happiness levels of residents in 147 countries, was recently released and saw the U.S. fall to its lowest ranking, as <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/2025-world-happiness-report-us-lowest-ranking/">reported </a>by CBS News.
The U.S. ranked 24th in the annual report, which has been published every year since 2012. The 24th place ranking has changed from 23rd last year. This marks two years in a row that the U.S. has ranked below the top 20 happiest countries, the only two times in the 12-year history of the survey and rankings.
The U.S. ranked 15th two years ago and peaked at 11th in 2012.
One factor highlighted in the report was the increasing number of people who&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/anti-social-alone-hurt-health/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">eat alone</a>.
&#8220;In 2023, roughly 1 in 4 Americans reported eating all of their meals alone the previous day — an increase of 53% since 2003,&#8221; the report said. &#8220;Dining alone has become more prevalent for every age group, but especially for young people.&#8221;
Published using data from the Gallup World Poll, the survey asks country residents to evaluate their lives and rank happiness. The survey shows that kindness to others, caring about others and sharing with others can contribute to overall happiness.
"Happiness isn't just about wealth or growth — it's about trust, connection and knowing people have your back," Gallup CEO Jon Clifton said.
Another factor contributing to the U.S.&#8217;s drop in the rankings, as well as the rankings of some European countries, was &#8220;the rise in political polarization and votes against &#8216;the system,'&#8221; the report said.
The country-wide evolution of happiness and trust is highly associated with the rise in the likelihood of voting for anti-system parties in Western Europe and the United States,&#8221; the authors wrote.
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Why It's Important: While the U.S. didn't perform well in the rankings, Mexico and Costa Rica joined the top 10 for the first time in the survey's history.
The survey said that Mexico and Costa Rica may have enjoyed a rise in the rankings thanks to family household size.
The report found that larger households and strong family relationships can increase happiness.
Finland topped the list, ranking first in happiness for eight straight years.
Here are the top 20 happiest countries:
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<li>Finland</li>
<li>Denmark</li>
<li>Iceland</li>
<li>Sweden</li>
<li>Netherlands</li>
<li>Costa Rica</li>
<li>Norway</li>
<li>Israel</li>
<li>Luxembourg</li>
<li>Mexico</li>
<li>Australia</li>
<li>New Zealand</li>
<li>Switzerland</li>
<li>Belgium</li>
<li>Ireland</li>
<li>Lithuania</li>
<li>Austria</li>
<li>Canada</li>
<li>Slovenia</li>
<li>Czech Republic</li>
</ol>
Other notable countries in the rankings include China (68th), Russian Federation (66th) and Ukraine (111th). Afghanistan ranked last at 147th of the countries included in the survey.
The 2024 survey was conducted throughout the year, which means Americans were asked about happiness while Joe Biden was still president and likely after Donald Trump had won the 2024 election.
Given the strong political divide, it's highly likely that politics played into happiness rankings and this means the U.S. could fall in rankings once again.
While Trump will judge his success in office based on stock market returns, approval ratings and other metrics, a rise in the world rankings for the country in the next survey would also likely be highlighted by the president as a victory during his current White House term.
Finland tops the list, and the iShares MSCI Finland ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFNL#BATS">EFNL</a>), which tracks the country&#8217;s leading stocks, has risen 17.6% year-to-date in 2025. The ETF is up 48.6% over the last five years.
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PMGC Holdings shares are trading lower after the company announced a $1.48 million registered direct offering of 294,450 shares at $5.04 per share.

In the current session, Tidewater Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDW#NYSE">TDW</a>) is trading at $42.85, after a 0.14% decrease. Over the past month, the stock fell by 16.61%, and in the past year, by 54.16%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742586316_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Tidewater P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 21.35 in the Energy Equipment &amp; Services industry, Tidewater Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 12.62. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742586316_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

P/E Ratio Insights for Tidewater

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) is taking aim at a proposal that could cut 83,000 jobs at the Department of Veterans Affairs, warning that such a move would hurt veterans who rely on government-provided healthcare and benefits.
In a recent <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1901801264725234121">post</a> on X, Sanders called out President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk for supporting the plan, arguing that slashing the VA's workforce would result in declining healthcare quality and longer wait times for veterans seeking assistance.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">‘The Quality of Veterans' Healthcare Will Deteriorate'</h2>
Sanders, who previously chaired and still serves on the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, made it clear that he believes the proposal would break America's promise to those who served in the military.
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"What Musk and Trump recently announced, there was a proposal out there, that they want to fire, or they have a planned reduction of 83,000 employees at the Veterans Administration," Sanders said. "What it means is that the quality of health care that veterans get will deteriorate. The amount of time that it takes for them to get the benefits that are due them will become even longer."
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He also pointed to the Veterans of Foreign Wars' opposition to the cuts, highlighting a recent statement from the organization: "We now call upon VA to reconsider its planned reduction of 83,000 employees."
On the other hand, Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins said in a video <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1030645728969202">posted</a> on social media that "This administration is finally going to give the veterans what they want. We&#8217;re going to make the department work better for the veterans, families, caregivers and survivors."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Musk's Mass Layoffs</h2>
This isn't the first time Sanders has warned about Musk's recent actions through the Department of Government Efficiency. Last month, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43901182/bernie-sanders-warns-if-elon-musk-can-fire-hundreds-of-thousands-of-federal-employees-imagine-what-hell-do-to-private-sector-workers">he cautioned</a> that the billionaire's influence could extend far beyond government firings, potentially putting private-sector workers at risk.
"Today, it&#8217;s federal workers. Tomorrow, it&#8217;s your job. That&#8217;s what oligarchy is about," Sanders <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1890894754423910412">posted</a> on X.
He <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43582376/not-a-bad-return-on-his-investment-bernie-sanders-says-elon-musk-spent-277-million-to-elect-trump-and-made-1">criticized Musk's $277 million donation</a> to &#8220;elect Donald Trump,&#8221; arguing that it has positioned him as one of the most powerful figures in the federal government. "Musk is now the most important person in government. What does that sound like to you? Does that sound like a democracy… or is it really an oligarchy doing the bidding of the very richest people?" Sanders asked in a recent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Txe2Zu3QbNU">interview</a>.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Budget Priorities Under Fire</h2>
Sanders linked the VA job cuts to a broader Republican strategy, accusing Trump of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43774882/donald-trumps-tax-cut-could-add-46-trillion-to-deficit-says-robert-reich-emphasizing-48-billion-relief-for-top-100-us-firms-via-corporate-tax-cuts">prioritizing tax cuts</a> for the wealthy while slashing programs that working families depend on, including Medicaid and student aid.
"The end goal of oligarchy is to make the richest people who are already phenomenally rich even richer," Sanders said. "How do you do that? You give them massive tax breaks. And where do you get the money? You cut programs that working people need."
Sanders remains adamant that the U.S. has a duty to protect its veterans, not cut their services to balance the budget. "When somebody puts his or her life on the line to defend this country, we keep the promises we made to those veterans," he said. &#8220;You do not balance the budget on the backs of those who defended this country.&#8221;
With veterans' organizations speaking out against the proposed VA job cuts, Sanders is urging the Trump administration to rethink its position. "They are right, they are absolutely right, and I call upon the Trump administration to rescind that order."
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U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum announced on Thursday that restrictions on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/oil-and-gas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">oil and gas</a> leasing and infrastructure development in Alaska will be lifted. The move reverses policies set under the previous administration, opening more land for exploration and clearing regulatory hurdles for key projects like the Ambler Road and the Alaska LNG pipeline.
"It's time for the U.S. to embrace Alaska's abundant and largely untapped resources as a pathway to prosperity for the nation, including Alaskans," Burgum stated, <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2025/03/20/alaska-drilling-trump-anwr/">per</a> The Washington Post.
The policy shift includes reopening 82% of Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve for leasing and revoking land-use restrictions along the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Corridor and Dalton Highway.
The Alaska LNG pipeline, a $44 billion project, could transport as much as 3.5 billion cubic feet of natural gas daily from the North Slope to an export terminal. It already garnered interest from international partners like Taiwan's state-owned CPC Corporation and is seen as one of the key infrastructure projects for energy exports.
The changes also impact the controversial Ambler Road, a 211-mile road project to access a mining district rich in copper, zinc, and rare earth minerals. Trilogy Metals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMQ#AMEX">TMQ</a>), a mining exploration company focusing on developing the Ambler mining district, jumped on the news, gaining over 15%.
Last year, the Biden administration <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39584173/biden-administration-halts-211-mile-ambler-road-project-in-alaska-to-protect-environment-native-comm">blocked the project</a>, citing environmental and Indigenous community concerns. However, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has long pushed for its approval, arguing that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37874531/alaska-governor-wants-overhaul-of-mine-permitting-seeks-700b-in-economic-losses">securing mineral supply chains</a> vital to national security and industrial production is critical.
President Donald Trump signaled for these changes in January, vowing to undo &#8220;the unnecessary restrictions&#8221; on Alaskan resource development. His administration has focused on energy and resource independence as a key objective, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/42865106/trump-vows-to-power-ai-boom-with-expanded-oil-drilling-need-double-the-electricity-at-least-that-we-have-right-now">seeking to reverse policies</a> that limited development in this resource-rich region.
Yet, environmental groups are already opposing these developments. Organizations like Greenpeace and the National Resources Defense Council have sued the administration over executive orders allowing offshore oil drilling in Alaskan waters.
In a complaint <a href="https://alaskabeacon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02312966051-offshoreoilcomplaint.pdf">filed last month</a>, they argued that the new measures threaten Alaska's pristine ecosystems, including habitats for caribou, polar bears, and migratory birds.
"Expanding oil drilling across public lands in the Arctic is risky, harmful to the health and well-being of people who reside nearby, devastating to wildlife, and bad for the climate," Carole Holley, managing attorney for Earthjustice's Alaska office, said per Reuters.
These groups have a history of successfully stopping similar plans, including a case from 2019, when District Court Judge Sharon Gleason struck down Trump's plan, ruling that presidents cannot unilaterally revoke past leasing withdrawals.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards AutoZone (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</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 AZO usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 14 extraordinary options activities for AutoZone. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 42% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $155,470, and 9 are calls, amounting to $937,806.
<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 $2500.0 to $3650.0 for AutoZone during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for AutoZone's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across AutoZone's significant trades, within a strike price range of $2500.0 to $3650.0, over the past month.
<h3>AutoZone 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742585506_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
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<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1140.2</td>
<td>$1123.3</td>
<td>$1126.7</td>
<td>$2500.00</td>
<td>$450.6K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$623.2</td>
<td>$608.4</td>
<td>$611.7</td>
<td>$3050.00</td>
<td>$122.3K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$700.0</td>
<td>$685.2</td>
<td>$690.0</td>
<td>$3000.00</td>
<td>$69.0K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$687.9</td>
<td>$668.0</td>
<td>$680.0</td>
<td>$3000.00</td>
<td>$68.0K</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$617.1</td>
<td>$601.9</td>
<td>$611.1</td>
<td>$3000.00</td>
<td>$61.1K</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About AutoZone</h3>
AutoZone operates as a leading retailer of aftermarket automotive parts in the United States. The firm operates more than 6,400 stores domestically, serving both the do-it-yourself and commercial (do-it-for-me) end markets. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, AutoZone manages a wide array of stock-keeping units applicable to numerous vehicle makes and models, providing its consumers with ample product availability. The firm drives traffic by providing superior and convenient customer service as AutoZone's team of knowledgeable staff assists consumers with diagnosing a vehicle's problem, selecting the necessary part for replacement, and occasionally, installation. The company also operates internationally, with 800 stores in Mexico and more than 100 in Brazil.
<h3>AutoZone's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 86,638, with AZO's price up by 0.77%, positioned at $3601.01.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 60 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On AutoZone</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $3758.2.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on AutoZone with a target price of $3700. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on AutoZone, which currently sits at a price target of $3750. 
&#x2A; An analyst from DA Davidson persists with their Neutral rating on AutoZone, maintaining a target price of $3500. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for AutoZone, targeting a price of $3841. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Raymond James keeps a Strong Buy rating on AutoZone with a target price of $4000. 
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</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 PEP, 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 9 uncommon options trades for PepsiCo.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 22% bullish and 66%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $240,872, and 2 are calls, for a total amount of $70,564.
<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 $135.0 and $155.0 for PepsiCo, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of PepsiCo stands at 1196.44, with a total volume reaching 3,206.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in PepsiCo, situated within the strike price corridor from $135.0 to $155.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>PepsiCo Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742585501_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>PEP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>$0.73</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$50.1K</td>
<td>172</td>
<td>725</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>173</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$35.3K</td>
<td>916</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$35.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>73</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PEP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>$1.31</td>
<td>$1.36</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$34.2K</td>
<td>61</td>
<td>321</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About PepsiCo</h3>
PepsiCo is a global leader in snacks and beverages, owning well-known household brands including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lay's, Cheetos, and Doritos, among others. The company dominates the global savory snacks market and also ranks as the second-largest beverage provider in the world (behind Coca-Cola) with diversified exposure to carbonated soft drinks, or CSD, as well as water, sports, and energy drink offerings. Convenience foods account for approximately 55% of its total revenue, with beverages making up the rest. Pepsi owns the bulk of its manufacturing and distribution capacity in the US and overseas. International markets made up 40% of both total sales and operating profits in 2024.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding PepsiCo, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of PepsiCo</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 4,611,291, the price of PEP is down -1.13% at $145.48. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 34 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for PepsiCo</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $164.67.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on PepsiCo, which currently sits at a price target of $168. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has revised its rating downward to Hold, adjusting the price target to $170. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays downgraded its action to Equal-Weight with a price target of $156. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Capri Holdings.
Looking at options history for Capri Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPRI#NYSE">CPRI</a>) we detected 10 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 30% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 70% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $75,032 and 8, calls, for a total amount of $901,560.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $15.0 to $22.5 for Capri Holdings over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</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 Capri Holdings'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 Capri Holdings's whale activity within a strike price range from $15.0 to $22.5 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Capri Holdings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742585496_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>CPRI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$348.4K</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
<td>6.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CPRI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$0.52</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$327.8K</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CPRI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$52.5K</td>
<td>267</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CPRI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$3.85</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$46.6K</td>
<td>938</td>
<td>126</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CPRI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$40.5K</td>
<td>375</td>
<td>316</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Capri Holdings</h3>
Michael Kors, Versace, and Jimmy Choo are the brands of Capri Holdings, a marketer, distributor, and retailer of upscale accessories and apparel. Michael Kors, Capri's largest brand, offers handbags, footwear, and apparel through more than 700 company-owned stores, wholesale, and e-commerce. Versace (acquired in 2018) is known for its ready-to-wear luxury fashion, while Jimmy Choo (acquired in 2017) is best known for women's luxury footwear. John Idol has served as CEO since 2003.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Capri Holdings, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Capri Holdings's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,596,677, with CPRI's price down by -0.22%, positioned at $20.45.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 68 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Capri Holdings</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $23.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Capri Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $23. 
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Gold&#8217;s meteoric rise<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44434672/gold-nears-3100-mark-as-us-accelerates-repatriation-amid-tariff-fears-and-securing-domestic-reserves"> above the $3,000 per ounce</a> mark has greatly impacted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">gold-linked ETFs</a>, which have given investors different channels to ride the bullion&#8217;s rise.​
SPDR Gold Trust ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>): The gold price-tracking ETF has gained over 13% for the year. The fund offers exposure to the price of gold through physical bullion holdings, serving as protection against inflation and economic uncertainty. Also, with a beta of as low as 0.19, GLD appears more favorable among risk-averse investors.
VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>): Providing exposure to gold miners, GDX has fared better than physical gold ETFs, with a year-to-date gain of over 28%. The fund invests in a portfolio of leading gold mining stocks, offering leveraged exposure to the price action of gold. Leading gold mining names are present in this ETF, such as Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEM#NYSE">AEM</a>) and Gold Fields Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFI#NYSE">GFI</a>). However, investors should be cautious about potential equity risk based on company performance and overall market volatility. ​The beta of GDX at approximately one (0.95%) makes it better for investors with more risk tolerance.
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There are indeed several factors that have made the historic spike in gold possible. Rising hostilities, such as the recent Israel-Gaza clashes, have amplified global uncertainties, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets such as gold.
Again, concerns regarding the persistence of inflation and a potential stagflationary environment have seen gold gain popularity. The recent Federal Reserve comments to hold rates steady at the moment and reduce rates twice this year have raised hopes for interest rate reductions by the end of the year, which has sustained gold prices.
Furthermore, Priority Gold says that consistent buying by central banks has been behind the gold demand, which has driven its price gains.
In summary, gold&#8217;s record rally has delivered significant profits for mining and physical gold ETFs. Depending on personal tolerance for risk and investment objectives, one can choose between straight exposure using vehicles like GLD and leveraged exposure from mining ETFs like GDX.
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While the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44347282/recession-fears-gold-records-and-trade-wars-this-week-in-economics">ongoing trade wars</a> have imposed economic uncertainty — particularly over the retail sector — the U.S. pet supply market has demonstrated resilience. With e-commerce specialist Chewy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) set to release its earnings results on Wednesday before the opening bell, there's a high-risk, high-reward opportunity available. Essentially, speculators could front-run the possibility of positive results by digging in early.
A few important clues suggest that Chewy could pleasantly surprise Wall Street next week. First and foremost is the fundamental argument: Americans simply love their pets. A little more than one year ago, Morgan Stanley projected that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/penny-stocks/24/01/36842775/paws-and-prosperity-exploring-u-s-pet-services-growth-and-the-anticipated-surge-in-annual-pe">average annual household spending</a> per pet could expand from $980 in 2020 to $1,292 by this year. Also, by 2030, this metric could see a sizable boost to $1,909.
Granted, the aforementioned tariffs and the unique challenges of the present juncture add complexities to this narrative. Nevertheless, Morgan Stanley's projection benefits from credibility as various sources reported that Americans have continued to <a href="https://www.npr.org/2024/07/29/nx-s1-5018032/inflation-pets-expensive-money-cost-veterinary">splurge</a> on their four-legged friends despite inflationary headwinds. This backdrop should represent a net positive for CHWY stock.
Another factor to consider is analysts' favorable opinions. It's not just about the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHWY/analyst-ratings">consensus Buy rating</a>, which certainly adds confidence. Rather, it's that investment experts were optimistic about Chewy's prospects prior to the volatility associated with tariffs and their related challenges.
For example, in early January, Mizuho Securities <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42838953/chewy-set-to-see-13-upside-as-mizuho-upgrades-raises-price-target-sees-pet-industry-recovery-and-growth-drivers-for-2025">upgraded CHWY stock</a> to Outperform from Neutral while also raising its price target to $42. When the opinion was published, the move represented a 13.29% upswing. At this time, a pop to $42 would mean a profit of over 26%.
Just a few months ago, Mizuho analysts believed that the pet economy would recover, leading to top-line growth. Since consumers have already demonstrated that they prioritize the well-being of their pets despite financial woes, the experts' core argument likely remains relevant.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Smart Money Inflows into CHWY Stock Provide the Knockout Punch</h2>
Without question, it's always advantageous for a company to conduct business within the context of a rising tide. It's also encouraging to see distinguished analysts pound the table on a favored enterprise. That said, these elements don't necessarily influence the day-to-day ebb and flow of the market in a predictable fashion. To better understand the battlefield, one should consider smart money inflows.
Benzinga's screener for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/25/03/44383411/chewy-unusual-options-activity-for-march-18" target="_blank" rel="noopener">unusual options activity</a> is a powerful tool for better deciphering possible forward movements. For CHWY stock, the so-called whales were noticeably bullish on the e-commerce business.
During the Tuesday session, the biggest transaction was for sold (or written) $42.50 puts expiring July 18 of this year. At the time of the transaction, the premium received (or the bid) was $11.80 or $1,180 for every 100 shares that each option contract represents. Therefore, the implication is that CHWY stock won't materially drop below $30.70.
To clarify, put writers are underwriting the risk that the target security will not fall below a defined threshold, as represented by the strike price. So long as the security stays above the strike price, the risk underwriter keeps the premium that the put buyer — who is betting that the stock in question will fall — paid.
In this case, the nuance is that if CHWY stock falls below the breakeven price of $30.70 (based on intrinsic value), the put writer risks assignment; that is, being forced to buy shares as put buyers exercise their options. Stated differently, $30.70 may represent technical support, as this is where the smart money is comfortable buying Chewy stock.
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A major risk factor to consider, though, is the statistical framework. Since Chewy's initial public offering, a long position held for any given eight-week period has a 53% chance of being profitable. Under the dynamic condition of modest momentum, this probability rises to 60%. However, in the earlier weeks, the probability favors the bears.
Of course, what makes this circumstance different is the upcoming earnings report. Obviously, this will be the main driver for swing traders.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Anticipating Good News for Chewy</h2>
For those who see good tidings ahead for Chewy, there are two compelling ideas to consider. First, aggressive speculators may want to research the 34/35 bull call spread expiring March 28. This transaction involves buying the $34 call (at a time-of-writing ask of $167) and simultaneously selling the $35 call (at a bid of $120). The proceeds from the short call partially offset the debit paid for the long call, resulting in a net cash outlay of $47.
Should CHWY stock reach or exceed $35 at expiration next Friday, the trader can collect the maximum reward of $53. This comes out to a max payout of almost 113% — not bad for one week's worth of speculation.
For those who want a simpler approach, buying the $35 call outright for the options chain expiring July 18 is an intriguing idea. The bulls will almost certainly be targeting the psychologically and technically significant $40 level. Further, the July expiration date gives speculators enough time for this longer-term thesis to pan out.
On the other hand, a lot can happen between now and July. Ultimately, the decision comes down to individual risk tolerance.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</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 CDNS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Cadence Design Systems. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $230,015, and 2 are calls, amounting to $62,271.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $220.0 to $320.0 for Cadence Design Systems during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Cadence Design Systems stands at 72.0, with a total volume reaching 250.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Cadence Design Systems, situated within the strike price corridor from $220.0 to $320.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Cadence Design Systems Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742584598_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 align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$47.4K</td>
<td align="right">91</td>
<td align="right">66</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
<td align="right">54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.8</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$45.2K</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
<td align="right">28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td align="right">82</td>
<td align="right">79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$37.6</td>
<td>$35.0</td>
<td>$35.46</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$35.4K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Cadence Design Systems</h3>
Cadence Design Systems is a provider of electronic design automation software, intellectual property, and system design and analysis products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Cadence offers a portfolio of design IP, as well as system design and analysis products, which enables system-level analysis and verification solutions.
In light of the recent options history for Cadence Design Systems, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Cadence Design Systems</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,767,275, the price of CDNS is down -1.58% at $254.42. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 31 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Cadence Design Systems</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 $267.5.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Oppenheimer continues to hold a Underperform rating for Cadence Design Systems, targeting a price of $200. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Cadence Design Systems, which currently sits at a price target of $335. 
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