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Warner Bros. Discovery was formed in 2022 through the combination of WarnerMedia and Discovery Communications. It operates in three global business segments: studios, networks, and direct-to-consumer. Warner Bros. Pictures is the crown jewel of the studios business, producing, distributing, and licensing movies and television shows. The networks business consists of basic cable networks, such as CNN, TNT, TBS, Discovery, HGTV, and the Food Network. Direct-to-consumer includes HBO and the firm's streaming platforms, which have now been consolidated to Max and Discovery+. Much of the DTC content is created within the firm's other two business segments. Each segment operates with a global reach, with Max available in over 70 countries.

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A former executive at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) said Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) is too far behind to catch up—and should focus on mature process chips instead of trying to rival the world's top chip foundry.
What Happened: At a book launch event in Taiwan earlier this week, Chiang Shang-Yi, TSMC's former co-chief operating officer, delivered a blunt assessment of Intel's current position in the chip industry, <a href="https://udn.com/news/story/7240/8637258">reported</a> China's United Daily News.
Chiang, who played a critical role in building TSMC into a global semiconductor powerhouse, said Intel was once the "king" of the industry—but is now a "nobody."
He warned that Intel's efforts to compete with TSMC in advanced chip manufacturing, such as the 2-nanometer node, are futile, and urged the company to consider acquiring or merging with companies that specialize in mature manufacturing processes.
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"Intel should merge with a mature process chipmaker," he said, without naming specific targets.
However, he alluded to two potential candidates that industry watchers believe could be Taiwan's United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UMC#NYSE">UMC</a>) or U.S.-based GlobalFoundries Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFS#NASDAQ">GFS</a>), both of which produce chips using older, more stable technologies at scale.
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Why It's Important: Chiang's comments come as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44532562/intel-board-shake-up-continues-as-three-directors-exit-amid-leadership-overhaul-under-ceo-lip-bu-tan">Intel undergoes a major turnaround</a> under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, with a focus on achieving manufacturing parity with TSMC and building out its foundry business.
The company is racing to commercialize its 18A process technology and secure contracts <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44469986/intel-targets-major-foundry-clients-in-new-strategy-to-revitalize-chip-design-says-ubs">from major clients like</a> Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>).
Earlier, it was reported that Intel&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44532855/intels-superfluid-cooling-tech-possibly-suitable-for-nvidias-gb300-chips-says-expert-amid-intcs-efforts-to-secure-commitments-for-foundry-services">SuperFluid cooling technology</a> is gaining attention for its potential application in Nvidia&#8217;s AI servers.
Price Action: Intel&#8217;s shares closed at $22.71 on Friday, reflecting a 3.85% decline. In after-hours trading, the stock dipped an additional 0.44%. Year to date, Intel has risen 12.31%, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
Benzinga's Edge Rankings give Intel (INTC) a 3.11% growth rating. Want to see how it compares to TSMC and other companies? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INTC">Click here for the full breakdown</a>.
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Intel Should Stop Competing With TSMC's Cutting-Edge Chips And Merge With Mature Node Giants, Says TSMC Veteran Chiang Shang-Yi

Elon Musk&#8217;s <a href="https://benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43761023/elon-musks-xai-to-unveil-grok-3-on-monday-as-ai-race-with-chatgpt-parent-openai-and-chinas-deepseek-heats-up">artificial intelligence startup</a> xAI has acquired his social media company X, formerly Twitter, in an all-stock deal valued at $33 billion.
What Happened: On Friday, Musk announced that xAI had officially acquired X, with the deal valued at $45 billion, including $12 billion in existing debt.
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The move combines Musk's two high-profile ventures, linking xAI's rapidly developing AI model Grok with X's vast user data and content distribution network.
"xAI and X's futures are intertwined," Musk posted on X. "Today, we officially take the step to combine the data, models, compute, distribution and talent."
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&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1905731750275510312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It's Important: According to Musk, the acquisition raised the valuation of the merged entity to $80 billion. The billionaire <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/03/44404525/elon-musk-paid-high-price-for-twitter-but-after-years-of-declining-value-x-is-once-again-wor">acquired Twitter in 2022 for $44 billion</a> and rebranded it as X as part of a broader vision to transform it into an "everything app."
Some details of the deal remain unclear, including investor approval and the structure of shareholder compensation. Musk's xAI, launched in 2023, recently raised $6 billion at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42235738/in-just-16-months-elon-musk-achieved-with-xai-what-took-openai-nearly-nine-years-to-accomplish">$40 billion valuation</a> and introduced Grok-3, a chatbot intended to rival OpenAI's ChatGPT.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. CareTrust, Genuine Parts, and Hess Midstream have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of up to 6%.
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CareTrust REIT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRE#NYSE">CTRE</a>) primary business consists of acquiring, financing, developing and owning real property to be leased to third-party tenants in the healthcare sector.
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CareTrust REIT has increased its dividends consecutively for the last 10 years. As per its most recent dividend hike announcement on March 18, the company raised its quarterly payout from $0.29 to $0.335 per share, which is equal to an annual figure of $1.34 per share. The current yield on the dividend is 4.62%.
The company's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $228.26 million. In its Q4 2024 earnings report on Feb. 12, CareTrust posted revenues of $86.94 million and EPS of $0.40. Both figures beat the Street estimates.
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Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPC#NYSE">GPC</a>) is a leading global service provider of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions.
Genuine Parts has increased its dividends every year for the last 69 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Feb. 18, the company&#8217;s board raised the quarterly payout by 3% to $1.03 per share, equaling an annual figure of $4.12 per share. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock stands at 3.41%.
Genuine Parts' annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $23.49 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 18, the company posted revenues of $5.77 billion and EPS of $1.61. Both figures came in above the consensus estimates.
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Hess Midstream LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HESM#NYSE">HESM</a>) is a midstream company that owns, operates, develops and acquires a diverse set of midstream assets to provide services to Hess and third-party customers.&nbsp;
The company has increased dividends every year for the last eight years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Jan. 27, the company raised the quarterly payout from $0.6846 to $0.7012, equal to $2.80 annually. Currently, the dividend yield is 6.29%.&nbsp;
Hess Midstream's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $1.49 billion. According to its most recent earnings report on Jan. 29, the company posted Q4 2024 revenues of $395.90 million, beating the consensus estimate of $390.87 million, while EPS of $0.68 matched expectations.
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A Redditor has shared in a post that he&#8217;s faced with this exact challenge. With just eight months until retirement, the investor, a 62-year-old, has $400,000 to invest and is looking for maximal monthly dividend income with minimal risk.
Although this income won&#8217;t be his primary retirement funding but extra lifestyle cash to supplement his pension, the pressure to restructure his allocations wisely is immense for the poster.
&#8220;I&#8217;m in an odd spot due to exiting a business as a founder. My retirement scenario gets better every year. If I ever need extra cash, it will be in the first 5 years. I have a low-risk tolerance. Or, God forbid, I would need to go back to work if it crashed! It looks like we are in a dip now, obviously a high rate environment. Would this qualify as a better time to buy?&#8221; the investor wrote.
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The responses to his post ranged from ultra-conservative to moderately aggressive, so let&#8217;s analyze them.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Soon-to-be Retiree Has $400,000 to Invest for Dividend Income–Reddit Weights In</h2>
Invest in High-Quality Dividend ETFs
Considering the investor&#8217;s low-risk approach, Redditors suggested he pick a few high-quality ETFs to invest in.
&#8220;[Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/schd#NYSE">SCHD</a>)] gets you a decent amount,&#8221; a comment reads.
&#8220;[NEOS S&amp;P 500 High Income ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/spyi#NYSE">SPYI</a>)] and chill,&#8221; says a Redditor, to which another user replied, &#8220;One advantage of SPYI is that its dividends are mainly return of capital. So, the tax is lower than an unqualified dividend from, say a [business development company]. However, if you use a tax-advantaged account like the Roth, that doesn&#8217;t matter.&#8221;
A commenter mentioned he splits his portfolio between two ETFs.
&#8220;I split between SPYI and [JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jepq#NASDAQ">JEPQ</a>)​],&#8221; he said.
&#8220;[​JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jepi#NYSE">JEPI</a>)​], JEPQ, [WP Carey (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wpc#NYSE">WPC</a>)], [Enterprise Products Partners LP (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/epd#NYSE">EPD</a>)], [MPLX LP (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mplx#NYSE">MPLX</a>)], SPYI,&#8221; an allocation suggestion reads.
A Reddit user wrote that this favorite individual stock of many investors is the perfect choice since it generates a 7% dividend yield per year.
&#8220;[Altria Group (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mo#NYSE">MO</a>)] &#8211; recession resistant, 7% yield. Your $400,000 would kick out $28,000 a year in income,&#8221; he said.
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Go For Higher-Yielding Income Plays
Several Redditors suggested business development companies and covered-call ETFs since they deliver around 8% to 11% yields if the investor can handle a bit of risk.
&#8220;High-quality [business development companies] like [Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/arcc#NASDAQ">ARCC</a>)​], [Blue Owl Capital Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/obdc#NYSE">OBDC</a>)], [Golub Capital BDC (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gbdc#NASDAQ">GBDC</a>)], [Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bxsl#NYSE">BXSL</a>)], [Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/main#NYSE">MAIN</a>)], [Capital Southwest Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cswc#NASDAQ">CSWC</a>)], [Fidus Investment Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fdus#NASDAQ">FDUS</a>)]. Average 9% yield,&#8221; a user recommended.
&#8220;[Business development companies] are a solid income-producing asset. This person doesn&#8217;t have decades to wait for growth. They need the money now as they are about to retire and growth was presumably the focus for the past few decades,&#8221; an advocate for business development companies wrote.
A Redditor shared in the comments that he&#8217;s been retired for 15 years and has the biggest part of his portfolio in high-yield business development companies.
&#8220;I&#8217;m 78 and have been retired for 15 years. I&#8217;m fortunate that social security and pensions cover my living expenses. The majority of my portfolio is high-yield [business development companies], [closed-end funds], and [real estate investment trusts]. The average yield is a tad over 10%. In 2022, the total value dropped but less than the DOW or S&amp;P. The dividends kept on coming without missing a beat. High risk they say, high rewards I say. It allows me to spend winters in Florida and yearly overseas vacations. I have zero regrets,&#8221; the retiree said.
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43303778/bill-gates-says-this-book-on-ai-will-change-every-industry-predicts-millions-of-jobs-will-vanish-by-2030">Bill Gates</a> once expressed a deep concern about Microsoft&#8217;s future (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) when he stepped down as CEO in 2000. He worried the company might lose its famed standard of excellence and that the chance to guide it back might one day be missed.&nbsp;
Even as he moved toward focusing on his philanthropic work, those early misgivings lingered in his mind. Despite the anxiety, Microsoft has charted an impressive course over the years.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Leadership That Transformed a Giant</h2>
Gates' fears eventually proved unnecessary. Steve Ballmer, who steered the company from 2000 until 2014, pushed Microsoft to unprecedented heights, setting the stage for the current era under Satya Nadella. He has been at the helm since 2014.
A look at the numbers reveals the scale of the transformation. According to <a href="https://www.statmuse.com/money/ask/microsoft-market-cap-historical">Statmuse</a>, Microsoft&#8217;s market capitalization reached $3.1 trillion on Dec. 31. Moreover, <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/investor/reports/ar24/index.html?utm_">Microsoft's annual reports</a> show that the company pulled in over $245 billion in annual revenue for fiscal 2024, a 16% jump from the previous year.
These milestones paint a picture of a company that met and exceeded early expectations. Gates hasn&#8217;t entirely stepped away. In a <a href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/bill-gates-interview-5-things-e11c3fa2">Wall Street Journal interview</a> on Jan. 26, he said, "I love doing product reviews, and [Satya Nadella] brings me in to do that." He added that while that's only 15% of his time, it helps him stay up to date, particularly in artificial intelligence, where Microsoft has made major moves.&nbsp;
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This ongoing involvement allows him to harness the company&#8217;s vast resources to support the philanthropic foundation he co-founded with his ex-wife, Melinda French Gates. Though he left the CEO chair in 2000 and the board in 2020, his role as an advisor remains influential in shaping the company&#8217;s future.
Adding a dose of counterbalance to the success story, some industry experts see potential challenges ahead. Gil Luria, senior analyst at D.A. Davidson, said that Microsoft&#8217;s hefty investment in artificial intelligence—an $80 billion initiative scheduled for 2025—coupled with economic uncertainties, could pose risks, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/microsofts-costs-focus-fears-rise-over-slow-payoff-ai-2024-07-29">Reuters</a> reported.
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According to<a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/microsoft-has-been-the-worst-big-tech-stock-lately-heres-why-it-may-become-the-best-c0e5794e"> MarketWatch</a>, Luria's Neutral rating with a $425 target reflects the idea that while Microsoft&#8217;s track record is impressive, the optimal moment for investors might still be ahead.
On Jan. 29, Microsoft's stock fell 4.5% in after-hours trading after the company forecast slower growth in its Azure cloud computing division and faced concerns over rising AI-related expenditures, according to <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/microsoft-beats-quarterly-revenue-estimates-2025-01-29/">Reuters</a>.&nbsp;
The company's capital expenditures reached $22.6 billion, exceeding analyst expectations and raising questions about near-term financial returns. Additionally, growing competition from lower-cost AI models developed by Chinese firms has fueled concerns about Microsoft's ability to monetize its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43903135/ais-19-9-trillion-impact-could-create-the-first-trillionaire-but-mark-cuban-says-it-wont-be-musk-or-bezos">AI</a> investments effectively.
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Molina Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOH#NYSE">MOH</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 10.81% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.64%. Currently, Molina Healthcare has a market capitalization of $17.66 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MOH: If an investor had bought $1000 of MOH stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $18,894.85 today based on a price of $322.85 for MOH at the time of writing.
<h3>Molina Healthcare's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743205508_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

Brinker International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.52% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.56%. Currently, Brinker International has a market capitalization of $6.45 billion. 
Buying $100 In EAT: If an investor had bought $100 of EAT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $628.93 today based on a price of $145.22 for EAT at the time of writing.
<h3>Brinker International's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743204639_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Brinker International 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Gold Fields (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFI#NYSE">GFI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 7.47% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.88%. Currently, Gold Fields has a market capitalization of $19.69 billion. 
Buying $1000 In GFI: If an investor had bought $1000 of GFI stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,155.29 today based on a price of $22.00 for GFI at the time of writing.
<h3>Gold Fields's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743203708_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Gold Fields 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Qualcomm (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.08% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.69%. Currently, Qualcomm has a market capitalization of $168.60 billion. 
Buying $100 In QCOM: If an investor had bought $100 of QCOM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $221.24 today based on a price of $152.44 for QCOM at the time of writing.
<h3>Qualcomm's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743202814_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Qualcomm Stock In The Last 5 Years

FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 57.6% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 74.21%. Currently, FTAI Aviation has a market capitalization of $11.51 billion. 
Buying $100 In FTAI: If an investor had bought $100 of FTAI stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $1,620.47 today based on a price of $112.27 for FTAI at the time of writing.
<h3>FTAI Aviation's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743201909_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

LLY RISES 8 POINTS AFTER ALERT
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Eli Lilly &amp; Co. (LLY) today experienced a Power Inflow, a significant event for those who follow where smart money goes and value order flow analytics in their trading decisions.&nbsp;
Today, at 10:33 AM on March 28th, a significant trading signal occurred for Eli Lilly &amp; Co. (LLY) as it demonstrated a Power Inflow at a price of $821.70. This indicator is crucial for traders who want to know directionally where institutions and so-called "smart money" moves in the market. They see the value of utilizing order flow analytics to guide their trading decisions. The Power Inflow points to a possible uptrend in Lilly&#8217;s stock, marking a potential entry point for traders looking to capitalize on the expected upward movement. Traders with this signal closely watch for sustained momentum in Lillys stock price, interpreting this event as a bullish sign.
Signal description
Order flow analytics, aka transaction or market flow analysis, separate and study both the retail and institutional volume rate of orders (flow). It involves analyzing the flow of buy and sell orders, along with size, timing, and other associated characteristics and patterns, to gain insights and make more informed trading decisions. This particular indicator is interpreted as a bullish signal by active traders.&nbsp;
The Power Inflow occurs within the first two hours of the market open and generally signals the trend that helps gauge the stock&#8217;s overall direction, powered by institutional activity in the stock, for the remainder of the day.&nbsp;
By incorporating order flow analytics into their trading strategies, market participants can better interpret market conditions, identify trading opportunities, and potentially improve their trading performance. But let's not forget that while watching smart money flow can provide valuable insights, it is crucial to incorporate effective risk management strategies to protect capital and mitigate potential losses. Employing a consistent and effective risk management plan helps traders navigate the uncertainties of the market in a more controlled and calculated manner, increasing the likelihood of long-term success
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for LLY, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.&nbsp;
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After Market Close UPDATE:The price at the time of the Power Inflow was $821.70. The returns on the High price ($829.78) and Close price ($822.51) after the Power Inflow are respectively 1.0% and 0.1%. The result underlines the importance of a trading plan that includes Profit Targets and Stop Losses that reflect your appetite for risk.
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Eli Lilly Stock Up 1% After Key Signal, Despite S&P 500's ~2% Drop

Kinsale Cap Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNSL#NYSE">KNSL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 19.16% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 35.76%. Currently, Kinsale Cap Gr has a market capitalization of $11.35 billion. 
Buying $1000 In KNSL: If an investor had bought $1000 of KNSL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,503.88 today based on a price of $487.40 for KNSL at the time of writing.
<h3>Kinsale Cap Gr's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743201009_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In Kinsale Cap Gr 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 10.4% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 27.01%. Currently, Glaukos has a market capitalization of $5.83 billion. 
Buying $1000 In GKOS: If an investor had bought $1000 of GKOS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,057.55 today based on a price of $103.15 for GKOS at the time of writing.
<h3>Glaukos's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743200109_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

GKOS

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Glaukos Stock In The Last 5 Years

Wall Street stumbled Friday as investors hustled to reevaluate their expectations with a hotter-than-anticipated inflation report and growing worries about imminent trade tariffs. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs tracking the broad indexes</a> S&amp;P500 and Nasdaq 100, like SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), The iShares Core S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVV#NYSE">IVV</a>) and the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), suffered losses as traders processed the most recent inflation reading and an alarming consumer sentiment report.
Inflation Halts Advancements Toward Rate Reduction
The Fed&#8217;s favored measure of inflation, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price gauge, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44535109/feds-favorite-inflation-gauge-rises-more-than-expected-in-february-casting-doubt-on-near-term-rate-cuts">rose 2.5% from the prior year, as expected</a>. Yet the core PCE that is watched most closely, adjusting for fidgety food and energy prices, gained 2.8%, beating expectations of 2.7% and its hottest level in more than a year.
LPL Financial chief economist Jeffrey Roach added that the increase in the core PCE print highlights <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44542821/inflation-will-accelerate-in-coming-months-if-april-2-tariffs-take-effect-economist-warns">lingering inflationary pressure</a>. He cited the rising savings rate, which hit 4.6%, as a sign that consumers are increasingly conservative about the outlook of the economy.
Comerica Bank&#8217;s chief economist, Bill Adams, seconded these fears, calling for a deceleration in consumer spending to weigh on real GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025. 
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Market Sell-Off: SPY, IVV And QQQ Take The Brunt
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/inflation">latest inflation figures</a> fueled a widespread sell-off on Wall Street on Friday, as all three major indexes lost heavily. S&amp;P 500 lost 2%, with the Nasdaq 100 losing 2.6%. Consequently, the SPY, an ETF that follows the S&amp;P 500, lost 2%, with QQQ, which follows the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100, losing 2.6% on Friday. IVV, another major ETF tracking the S&amp;P 500, also slumped 2%.
Tech stocks were hammered, with all of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44542620/inflation-fears-spark-risk-off-sentiment-as-magnificent-7-drop-whats-driving-markets-friday">Magnificent Seven trading in the red</a>. Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) led the decline, dropping 4.3% and 4.9%, respectively. Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), one of the highest holdings in SPY, wiped out its previous day&#8217;s gain, falling 3.4%.
Outlook: Volatility On The Horizon For SPY And QQQ
As inflation remained stickier than expected and the Federal Reserve increasingly under pressure to maintain higher rates, volatility in SPY and QQQ can be expected to continue. The slowdown in consumer spending, coupled with higher inflation and trade uncertainties, has created a vulnerable setup for the equity markets.
Though steady real disposable income growth could be a short-term buffer, as analyst Roach cautioned, any deceleration in pay growth would present an even bigger threat to the overall economy. Investors now look to the Federal Reserve&#8217;s next steps and the next steps in tariffs for more guidance in this uncharted economic climate.
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In the current session, the stock is trading at $35.75, after a 0.22% increase. Over the past month, CenterPoint Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNP#NYSE">CNP</a>) stock increased by 5.44%, and in the past year, by 27.55%. 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.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743199227_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>CenterPoint Energy P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 69.68 in the Multi-Utilities industry, CenterPoint Energy Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 22.58. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743199227_1.png" alt="Guage" />

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

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A Look Into CenterPoint Energy Inc's Price Over Earnings

Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 8.79% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.4%. Currently, Exxon Mobil has a market capitalization of $510.07 billion. 
Buying $100 In XOM: If an investor had bought $100 of XOM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $313.95 today based on a price of $117.55 for XOM at the time of writing.
<h3>Exxon Mobil's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743199209_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Exxon Mobil 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

S&amp;P Global (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPGI#NYSE">SPGI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 6.6% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.01%. Currently, S&amp;P Global has a market capitalization of $154.11 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SPGI: If an investor had bought $1000 of SPGI stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $4,789.92 today based on a price of $502.51 for SPGI at the time of writing.
<h3>S&amp;P Global's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743198308_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

SPGI

$1000 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 33.6% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 44.01%. Currently, Advanced Micro Devices has a market capitalization of $167.13 billion. 
Buying $100 In AMD: If an investor had bought $100 of AMD stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $3,837.17 today based on a price of $102.99 for AMD at the time of writing.
<h3>Advanced Micro Devices's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743197418_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Advanced Micro Devices 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Charlie Javice Found Guilty Of Defrauding JPMorgan Chase&nbsp;</h2>
Charlie Javice was convicted on Friday of defrauding JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) in its $175 million acquisition of the student<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43794325/jp-morgans-acquisition-of-student-loan-start-up-falls-out-founder-in-court-for-alleged-fraud-ceo-jamie-dimon-calls-it-a-huge-mistake"> finance startup Frank.&nbsp;</a>
According to a Bloomberg<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-28/charlie-javice-convicted-of-defrauding-jpmorgan-in-startup-deal"> report</a>, a Manhattan federal jury determined that the 32-year-old entrepreneur falsified user data to inflate Frank's customer base from fewer than 300,000 to over 4.25 million, misleading the bank into the acquisition.
The jury reached its decision after roughly six hours of deliberation. Javice now faces a potential maximum sentence of 30 years for bank fraud, though legal experts anticipate a lesser term. Sentencing will occur at a later date.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Philadelphia Man Sentenced To 15 ½ Years In Prison For Investment Fraud Scheme</h2>
Joseph LaForte, a Philadelphia businessman, <a href="https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/operator-fraudulent-investment-vehicle-sentenced-over-15-years-prison-securities-fraud-tax">was sentenced</a> to 15 and a half years in prison on Thursday for orchestrating a massive investment fraud scheme through Par Funding while evading millions in taxes. 
As CEO of Complete Business Solutions Group (operating as Par Funding), he defrauded investors of $404 million through a racketeering conspiracy involving securities and wire fraud. The scheme promised investors returns of 12% to 44% on merchant cash advance notes while diverting funds through sham contracts.
LaForte's tax crimes included hiding $20 million in Par Funding income through shell entities, failing to report $9 million in kickbacks and paying employees under the table to avoid employment taxes which resulted in $8 million in federal tax losses.&nbsp;
He also falsified residency to dodge $1.6 million in Pennsylvania state taxes. His brother James, Par Funding's &#8220;enforcer,&#8221; received an 11 and a half year sentence on March 13 for related crimes, including assaulting a court-appointed receiver's attorney.
The case was prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania following investigations by the IRS, FBI, and FDIC. LaForte forfeited assets including a private jet and was ordered to pay $314 million in restitution
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Financial Crime Weekly: Charlie Javice Convicted Of Fraud In JPMorgan Acquisition Case, Man Sentenced To 15 Years For Investment Fraud

Motorola Solns (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSI#NYSE">MSI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 10.04% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.64%. Currently, Motorola Solns has a market capitalization of $72.28 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MSI: If an investor had bought $1000 of MSI stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,246.53 today based on a price of $432.99 for MSI at the time of writing.
<h3>Motorola Solns's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743196509_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Motorola Solns 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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