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Swvl Holdings Corp is a technology-driven mobility company that aims to provide reliable, safe, cost-effective and environmentally responsible mass transit solutions. Its technology and services provide commuters, travelers and businesses with an alternative to traditional public transportation, taxi companies or other ridesharing companies. The company's core product is B2C Swvl Retail offering, which provides riders with a network of minibuses and other vehicles running on fixed or semi-fixed routes within cities. Commuters use its Swvl mobile application to book rides between pre-defined pick-up points located throughout the city.

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Looking into the current session, Carlyle Secured Lending Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGBD#NASDAQ">CGBD</a>) shares are trading at $16.67, after a 0.48% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 5.10%, but over the past year, it actually went up by 4.32%. With questionable short-term performance like this, and great long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

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<h3>Carlyle Secured Lending 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 27.91 in the Capital Markets industry, Carlyle Secured Lending Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 10.6. 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. 

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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.

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President Donald Trump recently announced he was purchasing a red Tesla Model S vehicle from Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) during a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/25/03/44289061/why-trumps-new-tesla-wont-be-hitting-the-open-road">White House event.</a>
The purchase was made to help Tesla CEO Elon Musk and drew plenty of attention to the car company, but Benzinga readers are torn about whether the event made them more or less likely to purchase a vehicle from the electric vehicle company.
What Happened: Trump's purchase of the Model S may have led to a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/25/03/44289061/why-trumps-new-tesla-wont-be-hitting-the-open-road"> spike in interest</a> on Google searches for Tesla, but people aren&#8217;t rushing out to buy a new Tesla vehicle according to a recent reader poll. 
As Benzinga previously reported, Trump won't be allowed to drive the Tesla vehicle on the road without special permission from the Secret Service, but he will allow his staff to drive it.
Benzinga recently polled readers to see if Trump's purchase and praise for Tesla would impact their future vehicle-buying activity.
"Donald Trump recently bought a Tesla. How does this affect your view of Tesla?" Benzinga asked.
Here are the results:
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<li>I will never own a Tesla: 53%</li>
<li>I'm more likely to buy a Tesla: 23%</li>
<li>I'm less likely to buy a Tesla: 14%</li>
<li>I already own a Tesla: 10%</li>
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The poll may have some bad news for Tesla fans and investors with the majority saying they will never own a Tesla vehicle.
The good news is that of undecided non-Tesla owners, 23% said they are more likely to buy a Tesla while 14% said they are less likely to buy a Tesla on account of Trump's purchase and sales pitch for the EV company.
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 Why It's Important: Trump announced he was buying the new Tesla vehicle to support his ally Musk, which comes amid mounting protests and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44246100/trump-makes-false-claim-about-tesla-boycotts-musk-blames-soros-and-linkedin-co-founder-for-backing-protests" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">boycotts against Tesla</a>.
&#8220;He shouldn&#8217;t be penalized,&#8221; Trump said of Musk.
Tesla's sales have dropped sharply in recent weeks, accompanied by demonstrations and vandalization against the company's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44135841/elon-musk-slams-attacks-on-tesla-vehicles-after-incident-in-brookline-vandalism-is-not-free-speech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">vehicles</a>, dealerships and charging hubs, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/tesla-vehicles-destroyed-vandalized-musk-began-role-white/story?id=119677836" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ABC News</a>. Declining sales are evident not just in the U.S., but also&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44209579/unprecedented-slide-tesla-sales-plummet-45-in-europe-as-musks-net-worth-dives-5-2b-in-a-week" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">throughout Europe</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44069703/tesla-china-wholesale-numbers-are-unimportant-says-researcher-heres-what-matters-more" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">China</a>, and Australia.
When asked if buying a Tesla would help boost Tesla's share price, Trump&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/atrupar/status/1899556140536434722" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">said</a>, &#8220;Well, I hope it does."
A&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/atrupar/status/1899557134402019359" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">picture&nbsp;</a>of Trump with notes shows prices and specs for various Tesla models and talking points in a potential sales pitch for the various Tesla vehicles shown off at the White House event.
A recent report from Electrek citing inventory checks and new order delivery timelines in the U.S. shows that so far Trump's purchase and event has had <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44346155/trumps-tesla-shoutout-falls-flat-no-spike-in-orders-or-inventory-movement">a minimal impact </a>on Tesla's sales and demand.
Tesla's first-quarter sales figures, which will include the month of March will be among the most watched in recent years given boycotts, sales declines in Europe and now Trump's sales pitch.
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The first two questions/study were conducted by Benzinga from March 13, 2025, through March 14, 2025. It included the responses of a diverse population of adults 18 or older. Opting into the survey was completely voluntary, with no incentives offered to potential respondents. The study reflects results from 155 adults.
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Arqit Quantum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARQQ#NASDAQ">ARQQ</a>) shares moved upwards by 32.9% to $19.93 during Monday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $254.0 million. </li>
<li>Intrusion (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTZ#NASDAQ">INTZ</a>) shares moved upwards by 28.76% to $1.46. The company's market cap stands at $25.5 million. </li>
<li>Quantum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QMCO#NASDAQ">QMCO</a>) stock increased by 24.51% to $19.1. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $111.4 million. </li>
<li>X3 Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTKG#NASDAQ">XTKG</a>) shares increased by 22.6% to $0.87. The company's market cap stands at $1.2 million. </li>
<li>SmartKem (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMTK#NASDAQ">SMTK</a>) stock increased by 19.33% to $2.53. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $9.0 million. </li>
<li>ScanTech AI Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAI#NASDAQ">STAI</a>) shares moved upwards by 18.94% to $2.26. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $46.8 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>CISO Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CISO#NASDAQ">CISO</a>) shares fell 19.0% to $0.91 during Monday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $13.2 million. </li>
<li>Gorilla Tech Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRRR#NASDAQ">GRRR</a>) shares fell 18.4% to $27.41. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $506.1 million. </li>
<li>Castellum (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTM#AMEX">CTM</a>) stock declined by 14.41% to $1.01. The company's market cap stands at $81.1 million. </li>
<li>BIO-key Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKYI#NASDAQ">BKYI</a>) shares declined by 10.84% to $1.07. The company's market cap stands at $3.3 million. </li>
<li>Alpha Modus Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMOD#NASDAQ">AMOD</a>) shares fell 8.44% to $1.52. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $18.9 million. 
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Mingteng International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTEN#NASDAQ">MTEN</a>) shares rose 31.9% to $7.49 during Monday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $51.2 million. </li>
<li>Nova Lifestyle (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVFY#NASDAQ">NVFY</a>) shares moved upwards by 31.61% to $0.54. The company's market cap stands at $4.0 million. </li>
<li>Niu Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIU#NASDAQ">NIU</a>) stock moved upwards by 28.3% to $3.49. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $270.8 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Guess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GES#NYSE">GES</a>) stock moved upwards by 28.24% to $12.44. The company's market cap stands at $640.1 million. </li>
<li>Xponential Fitness (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPOF#NYSE">XPOF</a>) shares rose 22.11% to $9.11. The company's market cap stands at $294.1 million. The company's, Q4 earnings came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>Luminar Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZR#NASDAQ">LAZR</a>) shares increased by 18.01% to $5.96. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $198.4 million. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Heidmar Maritime Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMR#NASDAQ">HMR</a>) stock declined by 21.4% to $2.71 during Monday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $154.7 million. </li>
<li>Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MULN#NASDAQ">MULN</a>) stock fell 16.15% to $0.63. The company's market cap stands at $2.3 million. </li>
<li>MEDIROM Healthcare Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRM#NASDAQ">MRM</a>) stock fell 15.58% to $0.59. The company's market cap stands at $4.6 million. </li>
<li>High Roller Technologies (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROLR#AMEX">ROLR</a>) shares decreased by 10.4% to $2.86. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $23.6 million. </li>
<li>NWTN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWTN#NASDAQ">NWTN</a>) shares declined by 10.1% to $0.48. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $136.6 million. </li>
<li>SharpLink Gaming (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBET#NASDAQ">SBET</a>) stock decreased by 10.06% to $0.32. The company's market cap stands at $2.0 million. 
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>vTv Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTVT#NASDAQ">VTVT</a>) shares increased by 65.2% to $24.53 during Monday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $64.0 million. </li>
<li>Monogram Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGRM#NASDAQ">MGRM</a>) stock increased by 52.35% to $3.55. The company's market cap stands at $121.8 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out 3 days ago. </li>
<li>Regencell Bioscience (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGC#NASDAQ">RGC</a>) stock rose 46.67% to $18.51. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $240.8 million. </li>
<li>Scienture Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCNX#NASDAQ">SCNX</a>) stock moved upwards by 42.95% to $2.13. The company's market cap stands at $18.3 million. </li>
<li>Hyperfine (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYPR#NASDAQ">HYPR</a>) shares increased by 34.92% to $1.24. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $96.0 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>CervoMed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRVO#NASDAQ">CRVO</a>) shares moved upwards by 28.11% to $8.25. The company's market cap stands at $68.1 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Revelation Biosciences (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REVB#NASDAQ">REVB</a>) stock declined by 19.7% to $2.73 during Monday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.4 million. </li>
<li>bioAffinity Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIAF#NASDAQ">BIAF</a>) stock declined by 17.93% to $0.3. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.6 million. </li>
<li>Palisade Bio (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PALI#NASDAQ">PALI</a>) stock decreased by 14.88% to $0.85. The company's market cap stands at $2.5 million. </li>
<li>Plus Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTV#NASDAQ">PSTV</a>) stock decreased by 12.7% to $0.59. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.4 million. </li>
<li>NRX Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRXP#NASDAQ">NRXP</a>) shares declined by 12.56% to $2.06. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $34.7 million. The company's, Q4 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>GRI Bio (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRI#NASDAQ">GRI</a>) stock declined by 12.14% to $5.26. The company's market cap stands at $2.7 million. 
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>SES AI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SES#NYSE">SES</a>) stock moved upwards by 35.1% to $0.59 during Monday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $214.2 million. </li>
<li>Emeren Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOL#NYSE">SOL</a>) stock rose 31.93% to $1.57. The company's market cap stands at $80.4 million. The company's, Q4 earnings came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>Resolute Holdings Mgmt (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RHLD#NASDAQ">RHLD</a>) stock rose 30.43% to $41.83. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $354.9 million. </li>
<li>Click Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLIK#NASDAQ">CLIK</a>) stock increased by 23.01% to $1.55. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $23.0 million. </li>
<li>Agrify (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGFY#NASDAQ">AGFY</a>) stock moved upwards by 22.08% to $21.45. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $46.6 million. </li>
<li>Micropolis Hldgs (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCRP#AMEX">MCRP</a>) shares increased by 20.88% to $4.57. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $154.7 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Addentax Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATXG#NASDAQ">ATXG</a>) shares declined by 18.7% to $0.75 during Monday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $4.5 million. </li>
<li>SUNation Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SUNE#NASDAQ">SUNE</a>) stock fell 12.58% to $0.46. </li>
<li>Bridger Aerospace Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAER#NASDAQ">BAER</a>) stock declined by 12.53% to $1.61. The company's market cap stands at $86.9 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>ConnectM Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNTM#NASDAQ">CNTM</a>) stock fell 11.27% to $0.63. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $18.3 million. </li>
<li>Vast Renewables (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSTE#NASDAQ">VSTE</a>) shares fell 10.45% to $0.46. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $13.6 million. </li>
<li>Lichen International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LICN#NASDAQ">LICN</a>) shares fell 8.56% to $4.07. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.4 million. 
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Celsius Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) shares are trading higher Monday likely reacting to news that PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) is acquiring prebiotic soda brand <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/03/44358047/pepsico-bets-big-on-prebiotic-sodas-with-1-95-billion-poppi-acquisition-details">Poppi for $1.95 billion</a>.
What To Know: According to <a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/pepsico-to-acquire-prebiotic-soda-brand-poppi-for-1-95-billion-94b8f773">The Wall Street Journal</a>, PepsiCo's acquisition includes $300 million in anticipated cash tax benefits, lowering the net purchase price to around $1.65 billion. The company also disclosed that the transaction could involve additional earnout payments if Poppi meets certain performance milestones within a set timeframe. Other terms, including the expected closing date, were not disclosed.
"As we look to reorient our portfolio offerings to address white space consumer needs, the Poppi brand's unique intersection with wellness and culture is a perfect addition to our portfolio," said Ram Krishnan, CEO of PepsiCo Beverages U.S.
Unlike probiotic beverages such as kombucha, which introduce new microbes to the gut, prebiotic sodas like Poppi contain dietary fibers that support existing gut bacteria. The brand uses inulin fiber, typically sourced from agave or chicory root.
CELH Price Action: Celsius Holdings shares were up 9.42% at $29.63 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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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</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 EA usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Electronic Arts. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 22% leaning bullish and 77% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $563,408, and 3 are calls, amounting to $277,639.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $125.0 and $145.0 for Electronic Arts, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into 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 Electronic Arts'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 Electronic Arts's whale trades within a strike price range from $125.0 to $145.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Electronic Arts Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742230849_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>EA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$178.4K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>223</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$170.5K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td>672</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$159.6K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td>211</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$64.6K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Electronic Arts</h3>
Electronic Arts is one of the largest global developers and publishers of video games. Its most important franchises are the Madden NFL and FC soccer games, which it releases annually. In 2024, it also relaunched its American college football game. Other major franchises include Apex Legends, Battlefield, and The Sims. Typically, about three quarters of the firm's sales are from in-game spending, with the remainder coming from initial game sales.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Electronic Arts, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Electronic Arts</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,003,117, the price of EA is up 1.81% at $141.22. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 50 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Electronic Arts</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $150.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Ascendiant Capital persists with their Buy rating on Electronic Arts, maintaining a target price of $160. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from DA Davidson downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $140. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Electronic Arts options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Caterpillar.
Looking at options history for Caterpillar (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) we detected 12 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 41% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 50% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $558,226 and 9, calls, for a total amount of $486,874.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $300.0 to $400.0 for Caterpillar over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Caterpillar's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Caterpillar's significant trades, within a strike price range of $300.0 to $400.0, over the past month.
<h3>Caterpillar 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742230843_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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$306.1K</td>
<td>983</td>
<td align="right">488</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$16.15</td>
<td>$16.1</td>
<td>$16.15</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$224.5K</td>
<td>456</td>
<td align="right">166</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$31.55</td>
<td>$29.75</td>
<td>$30.27</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$96.8K</td>
<td>340</td>
<td align="right">32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.9</td>
<td>$12.65</td>
<td>$12.9</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$73.5K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td align="right">74</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Caterpillar</h3>
Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Its reporting segments are: construction industries (40% sales/47% operating profit, or OP), resource industries (20% sales/19% OP), and energy &amp; transportation (40% sales/34% OP). Market share approaches 20% across many products. Caterpillar operates a captive finance subsidiary to facilitate sales. The firm has global reach (46% US sales/54% ex-US). Construction skews more domestic, while the other divisions are more geographically diversified. An independent network of 156 dealers operates approximately 2,800 facilities, giving Caterpillar reach into about 190 countries for sales and support services.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Caterpillar, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Caterpillar Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 563,394, the price of CAT is up by 0.26%, reaching $340.53.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 38 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Caterpillar</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $375.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group has decided to maintain their In-Line rating on Caterpillar, which currently sits at a price target of $375. 
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 Caterpillar with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

Behind the Scenes of Caterpillar's Latest Options Trends

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Albemarle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</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 ALB, 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 Albemarle.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 55% bullish and 33%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $410,943, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $481,564.
<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 $60.0 and $125.0 for Albemarle, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Albemarle's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Albemarle's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $60.0 to $125.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Albemarle Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742230838_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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$18.7</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$380.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$14.35</td>
<td>$14.1</td>
<td>$14.1</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$211.5K</td>
<td>949</td>
<td align="right">150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$74.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">886</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$24.5</td>
<td>$23.15</td>
<td>$23.41</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$58.5K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td align="right">25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$16.3</td>
<td>$16.48</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$41.2K</td>
<td>431</td>
<td align="right">25</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Albemarle</h3>
Albemarle is one of the world's largest lithium producers. In the lithium industry, the majority of demand comes from batteries, where lithium is used as the energy storage material, particularly in electric vehicles. Albemarle is a fully integrated lithium producer. Its upstream resources include salt brine deposits in Chile and the US and two hard rock mines in Australia, both of which are joint ventures. The company operates lithium refining plants in Chile, the US, Australia, and China. Albemarle is a global leader in the production of bromine, used in flame retardants. It is also a major producer of oil refining catalysts.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Albemarle, 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 Albemarle</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,136,118, with ALB's price up by 4.12%, positioned at $78.33.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 44 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Albemarle</h3>
In the last month, 4 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $78.25.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Underweight rating on Albemarle, which currently sits at a price target of $85. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Scotiabank continues to hold a Sector Perform rating for Albemarle, targeting a price of $75. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Underweight rating on Albemarle with a target price of $68. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Albemarle, which currently sits at a price target of $85. 
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 Albemarle with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

Behind the Scenes of Albemarle's Latest Options Trends

The latest forecast from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development announced a particularly stark warning <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">for North American economies. </a>
The institution's latest report warns that escalating tariffs combined with persistent inflation and policy uncertainty could drag Mexico into a recession while sharply slowing Canada's economy.
Although the U.S. economy continues to grow, signs of strain are emerging and economists are increasingly concerned that trade barriers imposed under Trump&#8217;s policies could exacerbate economic challenges by fueling inflation and prolonging tight monetary policy.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">North America's Growth Outlook Deteriorates</h1>
The Paris-based OECD downgraded its projections for all three of North America&#8217;s major economies in its March 2025 Economic Outlook Interim Report.
Economic growth in the U.S. is now expected to reach 2.2% in 2025, a decline of 0.2 percentage points from the institution's December forecast. The pace of expansion is forecast to slow further to 1.6% in 2026 as the economy absorbs the impact of tight monetary policy and rising trade restrictions.
Canada's outlook has weakened even more, with growth now projected at just 0.7% for 2025. The revision marks a steep 1.3 percentage-point downgrade from previous estimates, underscoring the mounting challenges for an economy heavily reliant on trade with its southern neighbor. 
Mexico's economic prospects have taken the hardest hit, with the OECD now predicting a 1.3% contraction in 2025, a drastic downward revision of 2.5 percentage points that signals a looming recession. Growth in Mexico is expected to remain negative in 2026, with output declining by an additional 0.6%.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs, Trade Wars Cloud Region Outlook</h1>
&#8220;These projections are based on an assumption that bilateral tariffs between Canada and the United States and between Mexico and the United States are raised by an additional 25 percentage points on almost all merchandise imports from April,&#8221; the OECD said. 
Mexico has not yet introduced specific trade policy changes but has indicated a general intention to retaliate should Washington proceed with its tariff increases. 
Given their deep trade ties with the U.S., both Canada and Mexico are particularly vulnerable to the economic fallout, with the OECD warning that "such tariffs are likely to be particularly costly for Canada and Mexico due to their greater openness to trade, and high proportion of trade with the United States."
&#8220;Greater policy uncertainty can be expected to hold back spending decisions by companies and households, particularly on longer-term items such as fixed capital investment and durable goods.&#8221;
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Trade Tariffs Fuel Inflation Risks</h1>
The report also highlights growing concerns over inflation, as higher trade costs ripple through supply chains and push up consumer prices.
"Increased trade costs are expected to feed through gradually to final goods prices, putting additional upward pressure on inflation in many countries and requiring monetary policy to remain restrictive for longer than previously expected," the OECD stated. 
In the U.S., inflation is now projected to rise to 2.8% in 2025, an upward revision of 0.7 percentage points from December estimates. Canada's inflation rate has also been revised higher to 3.1%, while Mexico's is now expected to reach 4.4%.
&#8220;If the announced trade policy actions persist, as assumed in the projections, the impact of higher costs will be amplified where inputs cross borders several times and duties are incurred at each stage, as is the case in the integrated North American market," the OECD said.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Uncertainty Weighs On Consumption And Investments</h1>
Uncertainty over trade policy is also discouraging business investment across the continent. Companies are hesitant to commit to capital expenditures in an environment where tariffs and trade rules are shifting unpredictably. 
Recent economic data already suggest that sentiment is deteriorating. 
"Consumer confidence generally dipped further in early 2025 and remains below long-run average levels despite strong growth in real incomes in many economies," the report noted. In the U.S., "personal real consumer spending declined in January."
The OECD also warned of potential volatility ahead, as any surprises — whether a resurgence in inflation or weaker-than-expected economic growth — could quickly ripple through global markets.
"A resurgence of inflation or downside surprises to economic growth could trigger a rapid repricing in financial markets and a further rise in market volatility," the report said.
Moreover, &#8220;higher-than-expected inflation would prompt more restrictive monetary policy.&#8221;
The iShares MSCI Mexico ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWW#NYSE">EWW</a>) traded 0.6% higher on Monday, eyeing its fifth straight session of gains. Canadian stocks gained substantially; the iShares MSCI Canada Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWC#NYSE">EWC</a>) rose by 1.1%, yet the fund has fallen by 5% from a month ago.
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