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Yalla Group Ltd is a MENA-based online social networking and gaming company. It operates two flagship mobile applications, Yalla, a voice-centric group chat platform, and Yalla Ludo, a casual gaming application featuring online versions of board games popular in MENA, with in-game voice chat and localized majlis functions. The Group has one operating segment, which is the social networking and entertainment platform.

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Wells Fargo analyst Christian Wetherbee maintains Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $150 to $160.

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Wells Fargo analyst Jason Haas maintains Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $306 to $310.

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In today's rapidly evolving and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is crucial for investors and industry analysts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will undertake an in-depth industry comparison, assessing Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) alongside its primary competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By meticulously examining crucial financial indicators, market positioning, and growth potential, we aim to provide valuable insights to investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>36.39</td>
<td>7.75</td>
<td>3.69</td>
<td>5.79%</td>
<td>$36.48</td>
<td>$78.69</td>
<td>8.62%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>14.53</td>
<td>1.84</td>
<td>1.89</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$90.83</td>
<td>6.57%</td>
</tr>
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<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>11.08</td>
<td>3.20</td>
<td>2.73</td>
<td>4.59%</td>
<td>$16.09</td>
<td>$54.73</td>
<td>10.21%</td>
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<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>61.85</td>
<td>25.47</td>
<td>5.70</td>
<td>10.56%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>36.97%</td>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>216.36</td>
<td>12.58</td>
<td>1.79</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>11.16%</td>
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<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>7.79</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>0.29</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
<td>$14.27</td>
<td>$47.85</td>
<td>15.78%</td>
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<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>18.36</td>
<td>7.11</td>
<td>3.63</td>
<td>9.95%</td>
<td>$0.77</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>1.13%</td>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>40.28</td>
<td>4.64</td>
<td>3.46</td>
<td>2.78%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>13.35%</td>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>7.73</td>
<td>1.38</td>
<td>0.53</td>
<td>4.85%</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$6.08</td>
<td>-4.98%</td>
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<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>12.62</td>
<td>3.84</td>
<td>1.11</td>
<td>8.97%</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>-1.64%</td>
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<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>16.40</td>
<td>3.72</td>
<td>2.27</td>
<td>3.98%</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$1.96</td>
<td>18.89%</td>
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<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>6.32</td>
<td>0.76</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>0.84%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>-4.14%</td>
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<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>77.71</td>
<td>4.08</td>
<td>1.16</td>
<td>-1.13%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.51%</td>
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<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>8.51</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>-4.41%</td>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>156</td>
<td>9.43</td>
<td>0.39</td>
<td>11.93%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>4.68%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>46.82</td>
<td>5.7</td>
<td>1.8</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>$4.16</td>
<td>$15.21</td>
<td>7.72%</td>
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 </style>By closely studying Amazon.com, we can observe the following trends: 
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 36.39 is lower than the industry average by 0.78x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
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It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 7.75 which exceeds the industry average by 1.36x.
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With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.69, which is 2.05x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.79%, which is 1.13% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
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Compared to its industry, the company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.48 Billion, which is 8.77x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The company has higher gross profit of $78.69 Billion, which indicates 5.17x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company is experiencing remarkable revenue growth, with a rate of 8.62%, outperforming the industry average of 7.72%.
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</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900510_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Amazon.com can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
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Amazon.com is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44.
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This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Amazon.com, the PE ratio is low compared to its peers in the Broadline Retail industry, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values Amazon.com's assets and sales highly. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Amazon.com outperforms its industry peers, reflecting strong financial performance and growth potential.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) against its key competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>33.26</td>
<td>47.75</td>
<td>8.11</td>
<td>37.11%</td>
<td>$32.25</td>
<td>$44.87</td>
<td>5.08%</td>
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<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>26.39</td>
<td>4.54</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.72%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>19.48%</td>
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<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>20.52</td>
<td>1.17</td>
<td>0.90</td>
<td>-4.4%</td>
<td>$0.87</td>
<td>$2.17</td>
<td>5.87%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>22.63</td>
<td>4.45</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>5.86%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$0.91</td>
<td>30.94%</td>
</tr>
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<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>18.92</td>
<td>20.66</td>
<td>3.41</td>
<td>33.42%</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>$1.19</td>
<td>3.84%</td>
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<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>149.82</td>
<td>14.96</td>
<td>6.01</td>
<td>-1.1%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>12.26%</td>
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<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>12.94</td>
<td>0.89</td>
<td>0.53</td>
<td>-1.66%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
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<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>19.50</td>
<td>2.41</td>
<td>0.80</td>
<td>-0.55%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>14.42%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>38.67</td>
<td>7.01</td>
<td>2.08</td>
<td>4.76%</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>12.29%</td>
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 </style>By analyzing Apple, we can infer the following trends: 
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The Price to Earnings ratio of 33.26 is 0.86x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
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It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 47.75 which exceeds the industry average by 6.81x.
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The Price to Sales ratio of 8.11, which is 3.9x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
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The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 37.11%, which is 32.35% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
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The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $32.25 Billion, which is 129.0x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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With higher gross profit of $44.87 Billion, which indicates 59.04x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company is witnessing a substantial decline in revenue growth, with a rate of 5.08% compared to the industry average of 12.29%, which indicates a challenging sales environment.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900500_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio indicates the proportion of debt and equity used by a company to finance its assets and operations.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Apple can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
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In terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, Apple is positioned in the middle among its top 4 peers.
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This suggests a relatively balanced financial structure, where the company maintains a moderate level of debt while also utilizing equity financing with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.47.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, the PE, PB, and PS ratios indicate that the stock is relatively undervalued compared to its peers. However, the high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and low revenue growth suggest that Apple is efficiently utilizing its resources and generating strong profits, despite slower revenue growth. Overall, Apple's financial performance is solid, with room for potential growth in the future.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Insights Into Apple's Performance Versus Peers In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Sector

In the fast-paced and highly competitive business world of today, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry observers. In this article, we will conduct an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. Through a detailed examination of key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and illuminate company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Meta Platforms Background</h3>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Meta Platforms Inc</td>
<td>28.11</td>
<td>9.77</td>
<td>11</td>
<td>9.05%</td>
<td>$22.52</td>
<td>$34.74</td>
<td>16.07%</td>
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<td>Alphabet Inc</td>
<td>20.04</td>
<td>6.31</td>
<td>6.12</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$46.31</td>
<td>$53.87</td>
<td>12.04%</td>
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<td>Baidu Inc</td>
<td>8.52</td>
<td>0.79</td>
<td>1.61</td>
<td>2.89%</td>
<td>$9.8</td>
<td>$14.96</td>
<td>2.98%</td>
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<td>Reddit Inc</td>
<td>31.47</td>
<td>13.07</td>
<td>19.31</td>
<td>1.2%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>61.49%</td>
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<td>Pinterest Inc</td>
<td>13.12</td>
<td>5.15</td>
<td>6.65</td>
<td>0.19%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>15.54%</td>
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<td>Kanzhun Ltd</td>
<td>31.36</td>
<td>3.61</td>
<td>7.47</td>
<td>3.34%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.61</td>
<td>12.88%</td>
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<td>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp</td>
<td>17.07</td>
<td>5.89</td>
<td>1043.62</td>
<td>-3.51%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>6.58%</td>
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<td>ZoomInfo Technologies Inc</td>
<td>85.50</td>
<td>2.05</td>
<td>2.99</td>
<td>1.6%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>-1.42%</td>
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<td>CarGurus Inc</td>
<td>91.08</td>
<td>8.29</td>
<td>3.93</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.34%</td>
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<td>Weibo Corp</td>
<td>6.92</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>1.45</td>
<td>3.09%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>0.34%</td>
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<td>Yelp Inc</td>
<td>17.26</td>
<td>3.09</td>
<td>1.70</td>
<td>3.31%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>7.75%</td>
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<td>Tripadvisor Inc</td>
<td>44.87</td>
<td>3.21</td>
<td>1.39</td>
<td>-1.39%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>0.76%</td>
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<td>Hello Group Inc</td>
<td>7.97</td>
<td>0.88</td>
<td>1.05</td>
<td>3.21%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>-1.55%</td>
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<td>Ziff Davis Inc</td>
<td>18.45</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>1.01</td>
<td>1.37%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>4.5%</td>
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<td>FuboTV Inc</td>
<td>18.45</td>
<td>3.15</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>63.17%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>3.46%</td>
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<td>Taboola.com Ltd</td>
<td>92.25</td>
<td>1.18</td>
<td>0.71</td>
<td>-0.85%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>3.26%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>33.62</td>
<td>3.87</td>
<td>73.32</td>
<td>6.41%</td>
<td>$3.84</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>8.86%</td>
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 </style>After thoroughly examining Meta Platforms, the following trends can be inferred: 
<ul>
<li>
With a Price to Earnings ratio of 28.11, which is 0.84x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 9.77 which exceeds the industry average by 2.52x.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively low Price to Sales ratio of 11.0, which is 0.15x the industry average, the stock might be considered undervalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 9.05%, which is 2.64% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.52 Billion, which is 5.86x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher gross profit of $34.74 Billion, which indicates 7.0x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 16.07% exceeds the industry average of 8.86%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900492_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When comparing Meta Platforms with its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be observed:
<ul>
<li>
Meta Platforms has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The low PE ratio of Meta Platforms suggests that the company's stock price is relatively undervalued compared to its earnings. In contrast, the high PB ratio indicates that investors are willing to pay a premium for the company's assets. The low PS ratio implies that Meta Platforms is generating strong revenue relative to its market value. On the other hand, the high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth highlight the company's strong profitability and growth potential compared to its industry peers in the Interactive Media &amp; Services sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Evaluating Meta Platforms Against Peers In Interactive Media &amp; Services Industry

In today's rapidly changing and highly competitive business world, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully assess companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) against its key competitors in the Software industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>38.55</td>
<td>11.52</td>
<td>13.80</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$40.71</td>
<td>$48.15</td>
<td>13.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>54.68</td>
<td>32.59</td>
<td>11.85</td>
<td>18.43%</td>
<td>$6.83</td>
<td>$11.16</td>
<td>11.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>141.75</td>
<td>21.34</td>
<td>19.02</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$2.44</td>
<td>18.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>115.99</td>
<td>18.61</td>
<td>16.11</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$1.67</td>
<td>15.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>43.48</td>
<td>41.20</td>
<td>13.31</td>
<td>25.08%</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>13.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>29.60</td>
<td>8.33</td>
<td>4.84</td>
<td>6.43%</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>307.40</td>
<td>14.35</td>
<td>15.61</td>
<td>2.57%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>30.12%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>103.90</td>
<td>23.90</td>
<td>7.92</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>23.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>28.62</td>
<td>2.82</td>
<td>5.58</td>
<td>3.61%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>1.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>30.69</td>
<td>10.95</td>
<td>8.96</td>
<td>9.75%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>9.67%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>41.88</td>
<td>5.18</td>
<td>2.79</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>35.57%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>16.46</td>
<td>14.04</td>
<td>1.33</td>
<td>30.24%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>-10.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>59.44</td>
<td>29.69</td>
<td>1.81</td>
<td>5.98%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>N-able Inc</td>
<td>103.12</td>
<td>2.01</td>
<td>3.31</td>
<td>-0.93%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>3.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>82.85</td>
<td>17.31</td>
<td>8.65</td>
<td>9.51%</td>
<td>$0.73</td>
<td>$1.46</td>
<td>12.31%</td>
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 </style>By carefully studying Microsoft, we can deduce the following trends: 
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<li>
The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 38.55 is lower than the industry average by 0.47x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
The current Price to Book ratio of 11.52, which is 0.67x the industry average, is substantially lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 13.8, which is 1.6x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.27% that is 1.24% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $40.71 Billion, which is 55.77x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $48.15 Billion, which indicates 32.98x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 13.27% exceeds the industry average of 12.31%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900483_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio gauges the extent to which a company has financed its operations through debt relative to equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Microsoft in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
Compared to its top 4 peers, Microsoft has a stronger financial position indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.19.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive attribute by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios suggest the stock is undervalued compared to peers, indicating potential for growth. However, the high PS ratio implies the stock may be overvalued based on revenue. In terms of ROE, Microsoft's performance is lower than industry peers, while its high EBITDA and gross profit margins indicate strong operational efficiency. The high revenue growth rate further highlights Microsoft's competitive position within the sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Market Analysis: Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry

In today's rapidly changing and highly competitive business world, it is imperative for investors and industry observers to carefully assess companies before making investment choices. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) vis-à-vis its key competitors in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. Through a detailed analysis of important financial indicators, market standing, and growth potential, our goal is to provide valuable insights and highlight company's performance in the industry.
<h3>NVIDIA Background</h3>
Nvidia is a leading developer of graphics processing units. Traditionally, GPUs were used to enhance the experience on computing platforms, most notably in gaming applications on PCs. GPU use cases have since emerged as important semiconductors used in artificial intelligence. Nvidia not only offers AI GPUs, but also a software platform, Cuda, used for AI model development and training. Nvidia is also expanding its data center networking solutions, helping to tie GPUs together to handle complex workloads.
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<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>NVIDIA Corp</td>
<td>51.40</td>
<td>46.35</td>
<td>26.54</td>
<td>23.01%</td>
<td>$22.58</td>
<td>$26.67</td>
<td>69.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc</td>
<td>100.43</td>
<td>18.60</td>
<td>23.29</td>
<td>7.12%</td>
<td>$8.02</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>20.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd</td>
<td>27.53</td>
<td>7.81</td>
<td>11.34</td>
<td>8.19%</td>
<td>$608.71</td>
<td>$493.4</td>
<td>41.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc</td>
<td>100.66</td>
<td>3.86</td>
<td>8.12</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$1.59</td>
<td>$3.74</td>
<td>35.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Texas Instruments Inc</td>
<td>40.91</td>
<td>11.96</td>
<td>12.37</td>
<td>7.08%</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
<td>11.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualcomm Inc</td>
<td>16.55</td>
<td>6.42</td>
<td>4.31</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$3.67</td>
<td>$6.04</td>
<td>16.93%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM Holdings PLC</td>
<td>206.79</td>
<td>24.02</td>
<td>41.14</td>
<td>3.17%</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>33.73%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Micron Technology Inc</td>
<td>22.03</td>
<td>2.70</td>
<td>4.09</td>
<td>3.79%</td>
<td>$4.33</td>
<td>$3.51</td>
<td>36.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices Inc</td>
<td>66.76</td>
<td>3.48</td>
<td>12.48</td>
<td>1.63%</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.61</td>
<td>22.28%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monolithic Power Systems Inc</td>
<td>20.24</td>
<td>11.12</td>
<td>15.45</td>
<td>4.17%</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>39.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STMicroelectronics NV</td>
<td>27.36</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>2.46</td>
<td>0.32%</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>-27.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>39.31</td>
<td>2.95</td>
<td>3.64</td>
<td>-5.78%</td>
<td>$-0.37</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>-22.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd</td>
<td>20.04</td>
<td>2.12</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$27.16</td>
<td>$24.89</td>
<td>11.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar Inc</td>
<td>15.72</td>
<td>2.42</td>
<td>4.67</td>
<td>2.59%</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>6.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Microelectronics Corp</td>
<td>12.28</td>
<td>1.47</td>
<td>2.41</td>
<td>2.06%</td>
<td>$23.86</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>5.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>322.79</td>
<td>23.57</td>
<td>38.83</td>
<td>5.63%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>179.73%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Skyworks Solutions Inc</td>
<td>30.77</td>
<td>1.99</td>
<td>3.21</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>-8.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qorvo Inc</td>
<td>153.07</td>
<td>2.43</td>
<td>2.28</td>
<td>0.93%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>-7.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Universal Display Corp</td>
<td>33.29</td>
<td>4.59</td>
<td>11.77</td>
<td>3.93%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>0.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lattice Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>140.57</td>
<td>10.10</td>
<td>14.71</td>
<td>0.71%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>-14.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>73.53</td>
<td>7.54</td>
<td>11.46</td>
<td>3.19%</td>
<td>$35.89</td>
<td>$29.75</td>
<td>20.04%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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 </style>By closely studying NVIDIA, we can observe the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
A Price to Earnings ratio of 51.4 significantly below the industry average by 0.7x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 46.35 relative to the industry average by 6.15x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 26.54, which is 2.32x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 23.01%, which is 19.82% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
The company has lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.58 Billion, which is 0.63x below the industry average. This potentially indicates lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has lower gross profit of $26.67 Billion, which indicates 0.9x below the industry average, potentially indicating lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company is experiencing remarkable revenue growth, with a rate of 69.18%, outperforming the industry average of 20.04%.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900474_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio indicates the proportion of debt and equity used by a company to finance its assets and operations.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By evaluating NVIDIA against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
<ul>
<li>
Compared to its top 4 peers, NVIDIA has a stronger financial position indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.12.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive attribute by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For NVIDIA, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest strong market sentiment and revenue multiples. A high ROE reflects efficient use of shareholder funds. The low EBITDA and gross profit may indicate room for improvement in operational efficiency. The high revenue growth highlights strong sales performance relative to industry peers in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Industry Comparison: Evaluating NVIDIA Against Competitors In Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment Industry

AptarGroup's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATR#NYSE">ATR</a>) short percent of float has fallen 7.41% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 874 thousand shares sold short, which is 1.5% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.13 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
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.
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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>AptarGroup Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900431_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for AptarGroup 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.
<h3>Comparing AptarGroup's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
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.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, AptarGroup's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.62%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish 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">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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SAP's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) short percent of float has fallen 17.65% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.62 million shares sold short, which is 0.14% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.57 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
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.
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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>SAP Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900426_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for SAP 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.
<h3>Comparing SAP's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
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.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, SAP's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.05%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish 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">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around SAP?

In the current market session, Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) share price is at $80.79, after a 1.30% decrease. Over the past month, the stock spiked by 0.12%, but over the past year, it actually fell by 15.62%. With good short-term performance like this, and questionable long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900423_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Global Payments P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 36.9 in the Financial Services industry, Global Payments Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 13.24. 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/2025/1751900423_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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Southern's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SO#NYSE">SO</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.21% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 21.24 million shares sold short, which is 1.93% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.13 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
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.
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.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Southern Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900421_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Southern 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.
<h3>Comparing Southern's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
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.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Southern's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.83%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish 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">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Southern?

Aehr Test Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEHR#NASDAQ">AEHR</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-07-08. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Aehr Test Systems will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.01.
Investors in Aehr Test Systems are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
The company's EPS beat by $0.03 in the last quarter, leading to a 29.2% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Aehr Test Systems's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2025</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.04</td>
<td>0.04</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0.10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.84</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>28.999999999999996%</td>
<td>-27.0%</td>
<td>20.0%</td>
<td>22.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900419_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of Aehr Test Systems's Stock</h3>
Shares of Aehr Test Systems were trading at $15.6 as of July 04. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 21.27%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AEHR/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Aehr Test Systems visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Exploring Aehr Test Systems's Earnings Expectations

A July filing shows that Senator Shelley M Capito reported a sale in UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), valued between $6,006 and $90,000. The transaction date is listed as June 23, 2025, with the report published on July 4, 2025.
At present, UnitedHealth Group shares are trading down 1.67% at $303.39.
<h3>Senator's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
Over the past three years, Shelley M Capito executed 117 trades totaling over $187 thousand. The largest of these trades were in Duke Energy and Microsoft stock. Some of the key transactions the Sen. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
<li>Analog Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADI#NASDAQ">ADI</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
</ul>
Here is a list of Shelley M Capito's most recent trades:
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UnitedHealth Group</td>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices</td>
<td>ADI</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft</td>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Exxon Mobil</td>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
To stay updated on Shelley M Capito's trades and other congressional trades, try our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/shelley-m-capito">government trades tool</a> for live updates!
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASY#NASDAQ">CASY</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 8.97% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.42%. Currently, Casey's General Stores has a market capitalization of $19.23 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CASY: If an investor had bought $1000 of CASY stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $25,128.21 today based on a price of $517.23 for CASY at the time of writing.
<h3>Casey's General Stores's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751900415_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 This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

A report on July 4, 2025 shows that Representative John Rose from Tennessee sale stock in Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), valued between $4,250,009 and $14,500,000. According to the July filing, the transaction occurred on June 3, 2025.
At the time of writing, Alphabet shares are trading down 0.35% at $178.9.
<h3>What Representative Has Been Trading Recently</h3>
Over the previous three years, John Rose conducted 14 trades, totaling more than $5.83 million. The largest of these were in Alphabet and Alphabet stock. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>): $1,000,001 - $5,000,000 Sale</li>
<li>Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>): $250,001 - $500,000 Sale</li>
<li>Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>): $250,001 - $500,000 Sale</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of John Rose's most recent trades:
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Fimm Money Market Port</td>
<td>FNSXX</td>
<td></td>
<td>$15,001 - $50,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jpmorgan U.S. Government</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
<td>$1,000,001 - $5,000,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet</td>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,000,001 - $5,000,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-03</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet</td>
<td>GOOG</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$250,001 - $500,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-03</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>American Funds Capital</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
<td>$250,001 - $500,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-03</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on John Rose's trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/john-rose">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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