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Uxin Ltd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the firm operates used car e-commerce platforms through its mobile applications and websites. It facilitates used car transaction services and financing solutions offered by third-party financing partners to buyers for their used car purchases. The company generates revenue through sales of the commission of salvage car sales, and interest income from the financial lease. The Group generates its revenues in China, and assets of the company are also located in China Area.

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<p><strong>MiMedx Group</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDXG#NASDAQ">MDXG</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts estimate that MiMedx Group will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.05. </p>
<p>MiMedx Group bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.</p>
<p>New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).</p>
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
<p>Last quarter the company missed EPS by $0.01, which was followed by a 1.62% increase in the share price the next day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at MiMedx Group's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.04</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.04</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.07</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>20.0%</td>
<td>-10.0%</td>
<td>19.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953343_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Tracking MiMedx Group's Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of MiMedx Group were trading at $6.83 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 3.89%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely a little upset going into this earnings release. </p>
<h3>Analyst Views on MiMedx Group</h3>
<p>For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding MiMedx Group.</p>
<p>With 1 analyst ratings, MiMedx Group has a consensus rating of Outperform. The average one-year price target is $13.0, indicating a potential 90.34% upside.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
<p>The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of CareDx, Vir Biotechnology and Iovance Biotherapeutics, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.</p>
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for CareDx, with an average 1-year price target of $30.33, suggesting a potential 344.07% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Vir Biotechnology, with an average 1-year price target of $58.2, suggesting a potential 752.12% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Iovance Biotherapeutics, with an average 1-year price target of $16.72, suggesting a potential 144.8% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Insights: Peer Analysis</h3>
<p>The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for CareDx, Vir Biotechnology and Iovance Biotherapeutics, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MiMedx Group</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>7.00%</td>
<td>$76.00M</td>
<td>3.98%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CareDx</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>32.04%</td>
<td>$58.40M</td>
<td>23.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vir Biotechnology</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>17.45%</td>
<td>$10.59M</td>
<td>-8.75%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Iovance Biotherapeutics</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>15189.21%</td>
<td>$28.15M</td>
<td>-10.59%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>Key Takeaway:</p>
<p>MiMedx Group ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. However, it ranks at the top for Return on Equity.</p>
<h3>Discovering MiMedx Group: A Closer Look</h3>
<p>MiMedx Group Inc develops and markets regenerative biomaterial products and bioimplants made from the human amniotic membrane, birth tissues, and human skin &amp; bone. Its products are primarily targeted towards the wound-care, burn, surgical, sports medicine, and orthopedics markets. MiMedx's key products are allografts processed from amniotic tissue, which include EpiFix for external use and AmnioFix for internal use. AmnioCord, AmnioFill, EpiBurn, and EpiCord are some of its other products. Also, it sells allografts for ophthalmic surgery and dental applications through licenses to third parties.</p>
<h3>MiMedx Group: A Financial Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3 months period, MiMedx Group showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>7.0%</strong> as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> MiMedx Group's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>8.01%</strong> net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of <strong>3.98%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> MiMedx Group's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>2.93%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> MiMedx Group's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.1</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MDXG/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for MiMedx Group visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Earnings

MDXG

A Peek at MiMedx Group's Future Earnings

<p>MediaAlpha (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAX#NYSE">MAX</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.</p>
<p>Analysts are estimating that MediaAlpha will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.35.</p>
<p>The announcement from MediaAlpha is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.</p>
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
<p>During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.36, leading to a 18.49% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at MediaAlpha's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.12</td>
<td></td>
<td>-0.11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>-0.02</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>-18.0%</td>
<td>-17.0%</td>
<td>13.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>Tracking MediaAlpha's Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of MediaAlpha were trading at $8.47 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 58.78%.  Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely unhappy going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MAX/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for MediaAlpha visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Examining the Future: MediaAlpha's Earnings Outlook

<p>Matthews International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MATW#NASDAQ">MATW</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts anticipate Matthews International to report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.38.</p>
<p>The market awaits Matthews International's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.</p>
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
<p>During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.08, leading to a 9.93% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Matthews International's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2025</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.22</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.55</td>
<td>0.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>0.55</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>0.69</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>-10.0%</td>
<td>21.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953327_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Tracking Matthews International's Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of Matthews International were trading at $20.68 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 19.43%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MATW/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Matthews International visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


MATW

Earnings Preview: Matthews International

<p>OneSpaWorld Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSW#NASDAQ">OSW</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts anticipate OneSpaWorld Holdings to report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.21.</p>
<p>Anticipation surrounds OneSpaWorld Holdings's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.</p>
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
<p>The company's EPS missed by $0.01 in the last quarter, leading to a 7.96% drop in the share price on the following day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at OneSpaWorld Holdings's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.23</td>
<td>0.2</td>
<td>0.17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.2</td>
<td>0.19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953305_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Tracking OneSpaWorld Holdings's Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of OneSpaWorld Holdings were trading at $17.24 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 21.89%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OSW/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for OneSpaWorld Holdings visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


A Preview Of OneSpaWorld Holdings's Earnings

<p><strong>CTS</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTS#NYSE">CTS</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts estimate that CTS will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.49. </p>
<p>The market awaits CTS's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.</p>
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
<p>In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.01, leading to a 1.89% increase in the share price the following trading session.</p>
<p>Here's a look at CTS's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>0.57</td>
<td>0.53</td>
<td>0.41</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.53</td>
<td>0.63</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>0.47</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953298_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of CTS were trading at $39.8 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 15.86%.  Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely unhappy going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTS/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for CTS visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


What's Next: CTS's Earnings Preview

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on <strong>BlackRock</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for BlackRock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>) we detected 8 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 12% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 62% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $208,293 and 2, calls, for a total amount of $59,300.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $810.0 to $1000.0 for BlackRock over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>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 BlackRock'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 BlackRock's whale trades within a strike price range from $810.0 to $1000.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>BlackRock Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953296_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BLK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$105.0</td>
<td>$100.0</td>
<td>$105.0</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$52.5K</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BLK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$20.4</td>
<td>$14.4</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$810.00</td>
<td>$34.8K</td>
<td align="right">314</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BLK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$83.9</td>
<td>$83.8</td>
<td>$83.8</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
<td>$33.5K</td>
<td align="right">70</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BLK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$37.5</td>
<td>$32.3</td>
<td>$32.3</td>
<td>$1000.00</td>
<td>$32.3K</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BLK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$75.9</td>
<td>$73.7</td>
<td>$75.9</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$30.3K</td>
<td align="right">61</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About BlackRock</h3>
<p>BlackRock is the largest asset manager in the world, with $11.584 trillion in assets under management at the end of March 2025. Its product mix is diverse, with 53% of managed assets in equity strategies, 26% in fixed income, 9% in multi-asset classes, 8% in money market funds, and 4% in alternatives. Passive strategies account for two thirds of long-term AUM, with the company's ETF platform maintaining a leading market share domestically and on a global basis. Product distribution is weighted more toward institutional clients, which by our calculations account for around 80% of AUM. BlackRock is geographically diverse, with clients in more than 100 countries and more than one third of managed assets coming from investors domiciled outside the US and Canada.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for BlackRock, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>BlackRock's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 176,614, the price of BLK is up 0.52% at $918.45. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 76 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About BlackRock</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $1083.0.</p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on BlackRock with a target price of $1124.<br />
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for BlackRock, targeting a price of $1035.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from TD Cowen continues to hold a Buy rating for BlackRock, targeting a price of $1032.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Buy rating on BlackRock, maintaining a target price of $1178. </p>
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Options

Markets

This Is What Whales Are Betting On BlackRock

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on JPMorgan Chase. Our analysis of options history for JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) revealed 23 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 52% of traders were bullish, while 26% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $266,599, and 18 were calls, valued at $1,053,805.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $120.0 to $265.0 for JPMorgan Chase over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of JPMorgan Chase stands at 1879.06, with a total volume reaching 2,808.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in JPMorgan Chase, situated within the strike price corridor from $120.0 to $265.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>JPMorgan Chase Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953291_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/02/25</td>
<td>$19.65</td>
<td>$18.7</td>
<td>$18.7</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>205</td>
<td align="right">62</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.05</td>
<td>$18.3</td>
<td>$18.47</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$97.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">53</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/09/25</td>
<td>$20.05</td>
<td>$19.6</td>
<td>$19.6</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$78.4K</td>
<td>49</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$127.0</td>
<td>$124.6</td>
<td>$127.0</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$76.2K</td>
<td>20</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About JPMorgan Chase</h3>
<p>JPMorgan Chase is one of the largest and most complex financial institutions in the United States, with nearly $4 trillion in assets. It is organized into four major segments: consumer and community banking, corporate and investment banking, commercial banking, and asset and wealth management. JPMorgan operates, and is subject to regulation, in multiple countries.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding JPMorgan Chase, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is JPMorgan Chase Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,635,260, the JPM's price is up by 0.6%, now at $244.68. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 77 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on JPMorgan Chase</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $273.8.</p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Hold rating for JPMorgan Chase, targeting a price of $264.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities persists with their Buy rating on JPMorgan Chase, maintaining a target price of $284.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on JPMorgan Chase, which currently sits at a price target of $305.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Hold rating on JPMorgan Chase with a target price of $251.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on JPMorgan Chase with a target price of $265. </p>
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Decoding JPMorgan Chase's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>In the last three months, 10 analysts have published ratings on Chord Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHRD#NASDAQ">CHRD</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></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>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $146.9, a high estimate of $184.00, and a low estimate of $114.00. Highlighting a 8.24% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $160.10. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953291_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Chord Energy by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Noah Hungness</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$183.00</td>
<td>$184.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hanwen Chang</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$158.00</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Hanold</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Hungness</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin McDermott</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hanwen Chang</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$184.00</td>
<td>$193.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Chord Energy. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Chord Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Chord Energy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Chord Energy's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHRD/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on Chord Energy analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Discovering Chord Energy: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>Chord Energy Corp is an independent exploration and production company. The company acquires, exploits, develops, and explores crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the Williston Basin.</p>
<h3>Chord Energy's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Chord Energy displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>50.79%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Energy sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Chord Energy's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>14.66%</strong>. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Chord Energy's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>2.44%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Chord Energy's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>1.64%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Chord Energy's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.12</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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Analyst Ratings

CHRD

The Analyst Verdict: Chord Energy In The Eyes Of 10 Experts

<p>Postal Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTL#NYSE">PSTL</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2025-04-30. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts anticipate Postal Realty Trust to report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.28.</p>
<p>The market awaits Postal Realty Trust's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.</p>
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
<p>The company's EPS beat by $0.08 in the last quarter, leading to a 13.04% increase in the share price on the following day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Postal Realty Trust's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>0.30</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>13.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>Market Performance of Postal Realty Trust's Stock</h3>
<p>Shares of Postal Realty Trust were trading at $13.35 as of April 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 3.44%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PSTL/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Postal Realty Trust visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


PSTL

Preview: Postal Realty Trust's Earnings

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Lululemon Athletica. Our analysis of options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) revealed 9 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 22% of traders were bullish, while 66% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $112,350, and 6 were calls, valued at $233,317.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $260.0 to $320.0 for Lululemon Athletica during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Lululemon Athletica stands at 482.33, with a total volume reaching 465.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Lululemon Athletica, situated within the strike price corridor from $260.0 to $320.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953286_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/09/25</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$54.3K</td>
<td>712</td>
<td align="right">78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$53.6</td>
<td>$49.75</td>
<td>$52.97</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$52.9K</td>
<td>71</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$57.45</td>
<td>$55.05</td>
<td>$55.55</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$49.9K</td>
<td>22</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$31.85</td>
<td>$31.4</td>
<td>$31.4</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$43.9K</td>
<td>262</td>
<td align="right">32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$34.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">76</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
<p>Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. The company offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. Lululemon also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. It sells its products through digital channels, a small number of wholesale partners, more than 760 company-owned stores in about two dozen countries in North America, Asia, and Western Europe, and about 40 franchised locations in the Middle East. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Lululemon Athletica, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 849,969, the price of LULU is up by 0.63%, reaching $270.21.</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 36 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $315.0.</p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Outperform rating for Lululemon Athletica, targeting a price of $370.<br />
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Buy rating for Lululemon Athletica, targeting a price of $297.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Lululemon Athletica, which currently sits at a price target of $275.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Lululemon Athletica, which currently sits at a price target of $280. </p>
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LULU

Lululemon Athletica Unusual Options Activity

<p>Ratings for Cemex (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CX#NYSE">CX</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></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>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></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><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $6.41, a high estimate of $9.00, and a low estimate of $5.00. This current average has increased by 6.83% from the previous average price target of $6.00. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953280_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
<p>The standing of Cemex among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Anthony Codling</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrian Huerta</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$6.80</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Codling</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bruno Amorim</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Codling</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Cemex. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cemex compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Cemex's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>For valuable insights into Cemex's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Cemex</h2>
<p>Cemex SAB de CV is a ready-mix concrete company that mainly engaged in activities that are oriented to the construction industry, mainly through the production, marketing, sale, and distribution of cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, urbanization solutions, and other construction materials and services.</p>
<h3>Cemex's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Cemex's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately <strong>-6.8%</strong>. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Cemex's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>1.27%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Cemex's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>0.4%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Cemex's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.17%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Cemex's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.6</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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Beyond The Numbers: 5 Analysts Discuss Cemex Stock

<p>Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Franklin BSP Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBRT#NYSE">FBRT</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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><strong>1M Ago</strong></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><strong>2M Ago</strong></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><strong>3M Ago</strong></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>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $15.0, with a high estimate of $15.00 and a low estimate of $15.00. This current average has increased by 0.81% from the previous average price target of $14.88. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953273_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>The standing of Franklin BSP Realty Trust among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Steven DeLaney</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Delaney</td>
<td>Citizens Capital Markets</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Weaver</td>
<td>Jones Trading</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Weaver</td>
<td>Jones Trading</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 Franklin BSP Realty Trust. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Franklin BSP Realty Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Franklin BSP Realty Trust's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Franklin BSP Realty Trust's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Franklin BSP Realty Trust</h2>
<p>Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc is a private real estate investment trust that originates, acquires, and manages a diversified portfolio of commercial real estate debt, and first mortgage loans. secured by properties located in the United States. Its segments include the real estate debt business; the real estate securities business; the real estate owned business; and the commercial real estate conduit business.</p>
<h3>Financial Milestones: Franklin BSP Realty Trust's Journey</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Franklin BSP Realty Trust's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>0.36%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Franklin BSP Realty Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of <strong>18.41%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Franklin BSP Realty Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of <strong>2.0%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Franklin BSP Realty Trust's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>0.41%</strong>. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Franklin BSP Realty Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of <b>3.44</b>, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.</p>
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FBRT

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (4 Ratings)

<p>During the last three months, 8 analysts shared their evaluations of EastGroup Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGP#NYSE">EGP</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></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><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for EastGroup Properties, presenting an average target of $181.12, a high estimate of $194.00, and a low estimate of $172.00. Highlighting a 2.23% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $185.25. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953266_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>The perception of EastGroup Properties 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.</p>
<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>Michael Carroll</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$183.00</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$179.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Goldfarb</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$172.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Goldfarb</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$181.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Rodgers</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$194.00</td>
<td>$192.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to EastGroup Properties. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of EastGroup Properties compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of EastGroup Properties's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of EastGroup Properties's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>About EastGroup Properties</h2>
<p>EastGroup Properties Inc is an equity real estate investment trust. It is engaged in the development, acquisition, and operation of industrial properties in Sunbelt markets throughout the United States, predominantly in the states of Florida, Texas, Arizona, California, and North Carolina. The company manages a portfolio of industrial properties. The vast majority of these properties are multi-tenant business distribution buildings that provide large warehousing and office space for customers. The group has one reportable segment, which is industrial properties. The company derives its revenue in the form of rental income.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down EastGroup Properties's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> 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.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3M period, EastGroup Properties showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>13.11%</strong> as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Real Estate sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> EastGroup Properties's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>34.06%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.79%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>1.17%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> EastGroup Properties's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.45</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.</p>
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What Analysts Are Saying About EastGroup Properties Stock

<p><strong>Legend Biotech's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEGN#NYSE">LEGN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.09% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>10.03 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 10.45% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 5.53 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Legend Biotech Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953261_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Legend Biotech has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Legend Biotech's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Legend Biotech's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.10%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
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<p>16 analysts have shared their evaluations of Microchip Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHP#NASDAQ">MCHP</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have recently evaluated Microchip Technology and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $63.81, accompanied by a high estimate of $90.00 and a low estimate of $43.00. A 14.57% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $74.69. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953257_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
<p>The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Microchip Technology by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>Pradeep Ramani</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Stein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tore Svanberg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Danely</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lipacis</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Rakesh</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Cassidy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quinn Bolton</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Ellis</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Melissa Fairbanks</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Vinh</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harsh Kumar</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quinn Bolton</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hans Mosesmann</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hans Mosesmann</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Moore</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Microchip Technology. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Microchip Technology compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Microchip Technology's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Microchip Technology's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCHP/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on Microchip Technology analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Get to Know Microchip Technology Better</h2>
<p>Microchip Technology became an independent company in 1989 when it was spun off from General Instrument. More than half of revenue comes from MCUs, which are used in a wide array of electronic devices from remote controls to garage door openers to power windows in autos. The company's strength lies in lower-end 8-bit MCUs that are suitable for a wider range of less technologically advanced devices, but the firm has expanded its presence in higher-end MCUs and analog chips as well.</p>
<h3>Microchip Technology: Delving into Financials</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Microchip Technology's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately <strong>-41.89%</strong>. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Microchip Technology's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>-5.22%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Microchip Technology's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>-0.87%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Microchip Technology's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>-0.34%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Microchip Technology's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>1.12</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.</p>
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<p><strong>Applied Industrial Techs's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIT#NYSE">AIT</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.04% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>1.06 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 3.96% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.37 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Applied Industrial Techs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953256_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Applied Industrial Techs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Applied Industrial Techs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Applied Industrial Techs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.61%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
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Peering Into Applied Industrial Techs's Recent Short Interest

<p><strong>ITT's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITT#NYSE">ITT</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.78% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>1.15 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 1.83% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 1.22 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>ITT Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953250_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for ITT has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing ITT's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, ITT's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.37%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


How Is The Market Feeling About ITT?

<p>In the current session, the stock is trading at $632.41, after a <strong>1.84%</strong> spike. Over the past month, <strong>argenx Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARGX#NASDAQ">ARGX</a>)</strong> stock increased by <strong>11.52%</strong>, and in the past year, by <strong>64.97%</strong>. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.</p>
<p>
</p><p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953248_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" /></p>

<h3>Evaluating argenx P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
<p>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. </p>
<p>Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the <strong>57.41</strong> in the Biotechnology industry, argenx Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of <strong>48.59</strong>. 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. </p>
<p>
</p><p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953248_1.png" alt="Guage" /></p>

<p>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>


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<p>Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) underwent analysis by 13 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></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>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Southwest Airlines, presenting an average target of $31.08, a high estimate of $42.00, and a low estimate of $23.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 5.82% lower than the prior average price target of $33.00. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745953249_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
<p>A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Southwest Airlines 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.</p>
<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>Savanthi Syth</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savanthi Syth</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conor Cunningham</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Baker</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Baker</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Southwest Airlines. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Southwest Airlines compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Southwest Airlines's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Southwest Airlines's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>Get to Know Southwest Airlines Better</h2>
<p>Southwest Airlines is the largest domestic air carrier in the United States by passengers boarded. Southwest operates nearly 800 aircraft in an all-Boeing 737 fleet. Despite offering some longer routes and a few perks for business travelers, the airline predominantly specializes in short-haul, leisure flights operated in a single, open-seating cabin configuration in a point-to-point network. In late 2025, Southwest will modify its cabins to offer some seats with extra legroom and will update its ticketing process and merchandising to offer assigned seats and more fare categories including a basic economy class that will more directly compete with other airlines' offerings.</p>
<h3>Southwest Airlines's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Highlights:</strong> Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Southwest Airlines's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>1.56%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of <strong>-2.32%,</strong> the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Southwest Airlines's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>-1.51%</strong> ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>-0.45%,</strong> the company showcases effective utilization of assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at <strong>0.85</strong>.</p>
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.</p>
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Breaking Down Southwest Airlines: 13 Analysts Share Their Views

<p>Rosenblatt<strong> </strong>analyst <strong>Kevin Cassidy</strong> relaunched coverage on <strong>Western Digital</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>), giving the stock a Buy and lowering the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WDC/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from $76 to $50</a> on Tuesday.</p>
<p>Cassidy noted Western Digital&#8217;s spin-off of SanDisk, and the price target reflects 10 times the analyst&#8217;s adjusted EPS estimate for the next 12 months.</p>
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<p>The analyst used a 10 times earnings valuation based on expected profitable growth as the HDD market continues to be in a strong up cycle. This is a ~10% discount to its peer, <strong>Seagate Technology Holdings</strong> <strong>PLC </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STX#NASDAQ">STX</a>), given Cassidy&#8217;s view that Seagate has a technology lead in HAMR technology.</p>
<p>The analyst highlighted key points from investor day.</p>
<p>HDDs remain the dominant storage media, expected to account for over 80% of cloud storage, with exabyte shipments growing at a 23% CAGR from 2024 to 2028. AI-driven storage demand is accelerating, with AI workloads projected to contribute 8% growth to the HDD market by 2028. </p>
<p>Nearline HDD is forecasted at 6% CAGR without AI, but AI-driven demand could push growth to 14% CAGR over the same period. </p>
<p>The Nearline HDD TAM will likely grow from $13.3 billion in calendar 2024 to $22.6 billion by calendar 2028, with AI alone contributing $5.5 billion.</p>
<p>Western Digital has shifted its focus to the cloud, which is projected to contribute 88% of revenue by fiscal 2025. </p>
<p>Nearline HDDs are the primary revenue driver, with continued growth expected in enterprise and data center markets. The remaining 12% of the business comes from consumer storage, including video surveillance, network-attached storage (NAS) and compute storage solutions. HDDs maintain a six times cost advantage over enterprise SSDs and are expected to retain this cost leadership through at least fiscal 2030.</p>
<p>Western Digital expects fiscal 2025 revenue to be approximately $2.2 billion to $2.3 billion for HDDs, with sequential gross margin expansion of 50 basis points. The HDD business targets mid-to-high single-digit revenue growth, aligned with industry trends. </p>
<p>The SanDisk separation is expected to unlock value, with $600 million in proceeds from the spin-off and additional deleveraging through the disposition of a 19.9% retained stake. The company&#8217;s long-term financial targets include adjusted gross margins of 38% or higher and operating margins of 24% or higher. </p>
<p>Western Digital is initiating a dividend in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025. It is committed to returning 100% of excess cash to shareholders after reaching a net leverage target of 1.0 to 1.5 times EBITDA. Free cash flow generation has significantly improved, from ($1.2 billion) in fiscal 2023 to +$700 million in the last twelve months.</p>
<p>Western Digital aims to lead in data storage by delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to cloud, AI, and enterprise applications. The company is transitioning to higher-capacity HDDs (40TB+) with EAMR and HAMR to ensure cost-competitive leadership in the AI-driven era.</p>
<p>HDDs remain cost-competitive against enterprise SSDs, with a 3.6 times TCO advantage. The transition to HAMR technology is planned for 2027, with volume shipments expected to reach at least one million units per quarter. HDD manufacturing has a capital intensity of just 5%, compared to 44% for NAND, and significantly lower emissions intensity per TB.</p>
<p>Western Digital is strategically positioned to capitalize on the growing cloud and AI-driven storage demand. With a strong focus on product innovation, cost leadership and disciplined financial execution, the company is set to maintain its leadership in the HDD market while transitioning toward next-gen storage technologies.</p>
<p> The balance sheet deleveraging and capital return strategy further reinforce confidence in its long-term value creation potential.</p>
<p>Cassidy projected third-quarter revenue of $2.25 billion and EPS of $1.10.</p>
<p><strong>WDC</strong> <strong>Price Action:</strong> Western Digital stock is up 0.15% to $40.97 at publication on Tuesday.</p>
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