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<p><strong>BILL Holdings </strong>(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bill#NYSE">BILL</a>) shares have outperformed the Zacks Computer &amp; Technology sector and its Zacks Internet - Software industry peer<strong> Intuit </strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/intu#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) in the past month.</p>
<p>While BILL has moved up 5.7%, Intuit has risen 0.3%. The broader sector has dropped 0.8% over the same timeframe.</p>
<p>BILL&#39;s robust price performance has been driven by its impressive fiscal fourth-quarter 2024 results.</p>
<p>It registered 16% year-over-year growth in revenues. Core revenues, which included subscription and transaction fees, also rose 16% to $301 million. The upside was supported by BILL&#39;s ability to acquire new customers and expand its payment offerings.</p>
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<h3>BILL Holdings, Inc. Price and Consensus</h3>
<p><img alt="BILL Holdings, Inc. Price and Consensus" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/charts/c0/1726494702.png" style="height:283px; width:620px" title="" /></p>
<p><span style="font-size:13px">BILL Holdings, Inc. price-consensus-chart | BILL Holdings, Inc. Quote</span></p>
<p>BILL added a total of 11,300 net new customers in fourth-quarter fiscal 2024, with 4,600 customers from its direct and accounting channels and 6,700 from financial institutions. The retention rate for BILL standalone customers was 83%, demonstrating strong customer loyalty.</p>
<p>Nevertheless, investors should ask this question &mdash; will expanding clientele make BILL shares a good investment? Let&#39;s analyze.</p>
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<h3>Will BILL&#39;s Strong Portfolio Aid Prospect?</h3>
<p>BILL is solidifying its position in the financial technology landscape with a growing portfolio and strong momentum across its Spend &amp; Expense solution.</p>
<p>In fourth-quarter fiscal 2024, BILL upgraded its payment engine and platform, revamped its mobile app and added local transfer options for international payments and FedNow support for instant transfers. This shows BILL&#39;s dedication to enhancing its financial solutions.</p>
<p>In the same quarter, its solutions were utilized by 475,600 businesses and transacted $76 billion in total payment volume.</p>
<p>The Spend and Expense solution (formerly known as Divvy) saw revenue growth of 26%, driven by a 28% increase in card payment volume. This solution added 1,300 net new businesses in fourth-quarter fiscal 2024.</p>
<p>BILL&#39;s expanding SMB clientele with the likes of <strong>Adyen</strong> (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/adyey#OTC">ADYEY</a>), <strong>Regions Financial</strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rf#NYSE">RF</a>) and Xero has been a key catalyst.</p>
<p>In June, the company partnered with Regions Bank to launch Regions CashFlowIQSM, a digital solution designed to streamline payments and enhance cash-management processes for commercial clients.</p>
<p>BILL&#39;s partnership with Adyen integrates advanced acquiring and issuing capabilities into its financial operations platform for SMBs, enhancing accounts payable and receivable solutions with Adyen&#39;s technology.</p>
<h3>BILL&#39;s Q1 Outlook Looks Dull</h3>
<p>Bill Holdings&#39; strong demand for its financial operations platform among SMBs is boosting top-line growth. However, a challenging macroeconomic environment, persistent inflation and high interest rates are a major concern as SMBs tighten their spending budgets on digital initiatives.</p>
<p>For first-quarter fiscal 2025, BILL expects revenues to be between $346 million and $351 million, indicating growth of 13-15% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is pegged at $348.07 million, suggesting a rise of 14.13% year over year.</p>
<p>Non-GAAP earnings per share are expected to be between 48 cents and 51 cents. The consensus mark for earnings declined 5.7% in the past 30 days to 49 cents.</p>
<h3>BILL Stock &ndash; Buy, Sell or Hold?</h3>
<p>BILL stock is not so cheap, as the Value Score of D suggests a stretched valuation at this moment.</p>
<p>The forward 12-month Price/Sales ratio for BILL stands at 4.32X, higher than its Zacks Internet - Software sector&#39;s 3.12X, reflecting a stretched valuation.</p>
<p>BILL Holdings currently carries Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) suggesting that it may be wise to wait for a more favorable entry point in the stock.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2336690/bill-surges-6-in-a-month-should-you-buy-hold-or-sell-the-stock?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|rank_focused-2336690">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a></p>


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BILL Surges 6% in a Month: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell the Stock?

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<p>A recent post on the Bogleheads Forum illuminated a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39577621/we-are-56-54-with-450-000-income-and-5-1-million-portfolio-but-live-in-a-pricey-area-with-our-14">common dilemma</a> for those nearing retirement: deciding whether to retire early.</p>
<p>A 57-year-old user, currently single and living in a low-cost-of-living area with no debt and a paid-off home, is contemplating retirement. With a current net worth of approximately $1.3 million, the user is trying to determine the right time to retire.</p>
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<li><strong>Can you guess how many retire with a $5,000,000 nest egg? &#8211;</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/retire-5mil-nest-egg"><strong> </strong><strong>How does it compare to the average?</strong></a></li>
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<p><strong>Financial Overview</strong></p>
<p>The user's financial situation includes:</p>
<p>• $750K in a 457(b) plan</p>
<p>• $275K in a Roth IRA</p>
<p>• $275K in after-tax accounts</p>
<p>• $30K in savings</p>
<p>All investments, except savings, are allocated in a 60/40 portfolio. The user plans to rely on a pension of $65K annually starting at age 60, which includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment after the first four years. Social Security benefits of $6K annually are expected to begin at age 70.</p>
<p>The current spending is around $60K per year, though the user only spends $40K and is looking to add some extra cash for more enjoyable activities.</p>
<p><strong>Trending:</strong> <strong>Warren Buffett once said, "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die." </strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/connect-invest-real-estate-notes"><strong>These high-yield real estate notes that pay 7.5% &#8211; 9% make earning passive income easier than ever.</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>Key Concerns:</strong></p>
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<li>Health care Costs: The user will need to secure health care through the ACA exchange, estimated to cost about $500 per month.</li>
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<li>Daily Activities: The user is uncertain about how to fill the next 30 years and plans to start volunteering while pursuing interests like playing in bands.</li>
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<li>Decision to Retire: The user is seeking reassurance about the decision to retire now rather than work another year to slightly improve financial security.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><em>See Also:</em></strong><em> </em><strong><em>The number of ‘401(k)' Millionaires is up 43% from last year —</em></strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/401k-millionaires"><strong><em> </em></strong><strong><em>Here are three ways to join the club.</em></strong></a></p>
<p>The Bogleheads forum responses offered <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/40041316/laugh-all-you-want-robert-kiyosaki-rich-dad-poor-dad-warns-millions-of-401-k-s-and-iras-will-be-">various perspectives</a> and reassurances:</p>
<p>Forum members assured the user that their financial situation is secure enough to support early retirement. The pension, despite its lack of inflation adjustment in the initial years, along with existing investments, should comfortably cover expenses.</p>
<p>Regarding boredom, suggestions ranged from finding fulfilling activities and hobbies to maintaining flexible plans. Volunteering and other hobbies like playing guitar were noted as great ways to stay engaged.</p>
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<p>Several users emphasized that retiring is deeply personal and not purely financial. They advised considering whether the current work is enjoyable or a source of stress. The consensus was that if financial concerns are minimal and personal fulfillment is prioritized, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/05/38761475/retire-early-or-retire-rich-man-asks-whether-its-better-to-retire-at-40-with-125-000-a-year-or-a">retiring now could be a wise choice</a>.</p>
<p>Overall, the majority agreed that the user is financially prepared to retire and should focus on what will bring personal satisfaction.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Retiring is as much about <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/can-you-guess-how-many-americans-successfully-retire-with-1-million-saved">personal readiness and happiness</a> as it is about finances. As one forum member aptly noted, "The only thing you can't buy is more time, so would you rather spend it working or doing whatever YOU want?"</p>
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<li><strong>Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire with $1,000,000 saved?</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/red-ventures"><strong> </strong><strong>The percentage may shock you</strong></a><strong>.</strong></li>
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I'm A Single 57-Year-Old With No Debt, $1.3 Million In Savings, And $65,000 Pension – Can I Retire Early?

<p><strong>Children&#8217;s Place, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLCE#NASDAQ">PLCE</a>) shares are pulling back Monday following large gains after the company posted a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/09/40818077/whats-going-on-with-childrens-place-stock-after-q2-earnings">second-quarter earnings beat last week.</a></p>
<p><strong>The Details:</strong></p>
<p>Children's Place shares jumped last week following the company's second-quarter earnings release. Children's Place beat earnings expectations, though quarterly sales declined, which the company attributed to cost-cutting measures, significantly improved profitability. </p>
<p>Additionally, stores saw a positive comparable store sales result for the first time since 2021, driven by stronger units per transaction and conversion metrics and improving traffic trends, while wholesale business rebounded with double-digit growth.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Read Next: </strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40856610/why-temu-parent-pdd-holdings-stock-is-down"><strong>Why Temu Parent PDD Holdings&#8217; Stock Is Down</strong></a></p>
<p>Though Children's Place stock is pulling back Monday, it remains up by more than 160% over the past five days. According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Children's Place shares are trading well-above the stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average of $7.31 and 53.68% of shares are being sold short which may be contributing to the volatility. </p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy PLCE Stock: </h3>
<p>By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Children&#8217;s Place &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.</p>
<p>Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy ‘fractional shares,' which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share. For example, some stock, like <strong>Berkshire Hathaway</strong>, can cost thousands of dollars to own just one share. However, if you only want to invest a fraction of that, brokerages will allow you to do so. </p>
<p>If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to ‘go short' a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.</p>
<p><strong>PLCE Price Action:</strong> According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Children's Place shares are down 16.2% at $12.17 at the time of publication Monday.</p>
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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Avis Budget Gr</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Avis Budget Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAR#NASDAQ">CAR</a>) we detected 14 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 57% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 42% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $107,520 and 11, calls, for a total amount of $705,127.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $65.0 to $100.0 for Avis Budget Gr over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Avis Budget Gr's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Avis Budget Gr's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $65.0 to $100.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Avis Budget Gr Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726515035_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$130.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">98</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">214</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$116.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">330</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">174</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$104.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">200</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">199</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$74.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">200</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">83</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$26.0</td>
<td>$25.3</td>
<td>$26.0</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">104</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Avis Budget Gr</h3>
<p>Avis Budget Group Inc is a provider of automotive vehicle rental and car-sharing services. Its brands include Avis, Budget, and Zipcar. Avis is targeted to serve the premium commercial and leisure segments of the travel industry, while Budget is focused on value-conscious customers. The company operates its own network of rental locations and licenses its brands to franchisees. Zipcar is a car-sharing service that allows members to use the company-owned Zipcar fleet at an hourly rate. The company's largest region by revenue is the Americas.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Avis Budget Gr, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Avis Budget Gr</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 504,694, the CAR's price is up by 4.22%, now at $79.58. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 44 days.</li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Avis Budget Gr with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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Avis Budget Gr's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>HCA Healthcare</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCA#NYSE">HCA</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with HCA, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 16 uncommon options trades for HCA Healthcare.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 31% bullish and 12%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $91,353, and 13 are calls, for a total amount of $911,865.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $310.0 to $420.0 for HCA Healthcare over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for HCA Healthcare's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across HCA Healthcare's significant trades, within a strike price range of $310.0 to $420.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>HCA Healthcare Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726515029_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$73.4</td>
<td>$71.9</td>
<td>$71.9</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$224.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">155</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$56.3</td>
<td>$54.6</td>
<td>$54.73</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$171.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">38</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$54.5</td>
<td>$54.4</td>
<td>$54.5</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$81.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$73.7</td>
<td>$72.6</td>
<td>$73.15</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$80.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">155</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$56.6</td>
<td>$55.4</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$61.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">38</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About HCA Healthcare</h3>
<p>HCA Healthcare is a Nashville-based healthcare provider organization operating the largest collection of acute-care hospitals in the United States. As of June 2024, the firm owned and operated 188 hospitals, 123 freestanding outpatient surgery centers, and a broad network of physician offices, urgent-care clinics, and freestanding emergency rooms across 20 states and a small foothold in England.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with HCA Healthcare, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is HCA Healthcare Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 471,571, the price of HCA is up by 2.28%, reaching $403.0.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 36 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On HCA Healthcare</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $409.2.</p>
<ul>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Buy rating on HCA Healthcare with a target price of $430. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from RBC Capital continues to hold a Outperform rating for HCA Healthcare, targeting a price of $405. </li>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $392. </li>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $392. </li>
<li>In a cautious move, an analyst from Morgan Stanley downgraded its rating to Equal-Weight, setting a price target of $427. </li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest HCA Healthcare options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Check Out What Whales Are Doing With HCA

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in ENPH usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 10 extraordinary options activities for Enphase Energy. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 20% leaning bullish and 80% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $460,945, and 5 are calls, amounting to $219,919.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $90.0 to $185.0 for Enphase Energy during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Enphase Energy's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Enphase Energy's significant trades, within a strike price range of $90.0 to $185.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Enphase Energy Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726515024_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$7.95</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$246.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">127</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$29.7</td>
<td>$29.2</td>
<td>$29.7</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$112.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">62</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$82.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">454</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$10.25</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$10.0</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$45.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">327</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.85</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$12.69</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$38.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">562</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">32</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Enphase Energy</h3>
<p>Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company. The company delivers smart, easy-to-use solutions that manage solar generation, storage, and communication on one platform. The company's microinverter technology primarily serves the rooftop solar market and produces a fully integrated solar-plus-storage solution. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Enphase Energy, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of Enphase Energy</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,216,940, with ENPH's price up by 2.23%, positioned at $112.36.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 38 days.</li>
</ul>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Enphase Energy, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


ENPH

Spotlight on Enphase Energy: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

<p><strong>Brunswick Corporation</strong>&#39;s (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bc#NYSE">BC</a>) Freedom Boat Club, the world&#39;s largest boat club network, acquired the South Florida franchise operations and territory. The acquisition adds 13 corporate locations from Pompano Beach to Stuart, FL, accelerating the company&#39;s growth and expanding its corporate presence along the Southeast Florida coastline. Brunswick&#39;s shares moved up 4.4% during trading hours on Sept. 13, 2024.</p>
<p>Situated near Freedom Boat Club&#39;s existing corporate locations in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Islamorada, the acquisition enhances its operational efficiencies. This is one of the company&#39;s largest additions, covering Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin counties. It intends to build on the strong foundation laid by the former franchise owner while continuing to provide outstanding experiences for its members.</p>
<p>The addition of the South Florida franchise offers a key opportunity to accelerate growth in a year-round boating region while also leveraging synergies with Brunswick&#39;s family of brands.</p>
<h2>FBC Expansion Drives BC&#39;s Growth</h2>
<p>Brunswick Corporation leads the marine recreation industry with innovations that enhance water experiences. The company&#39;s Boat segment includes the Brunswick Boat Group, which manufactures and distributes recreational boats, and Business Acceleration. Brunswick significantly expanded FBC since acquiring it in 2019, growing from 170 to more than 415 locations across North America, Europe and Australia.</p>
<p>During second-quarter 2024, the Boat segment delivered steady results despite planned reductions in wholesale orders. Channel partners remain cautious with their orders, but the impact of modest model-year pricing and share gains offset some of the softness.</p>
<p>FBC contributed about 10% to the Boat segment&#39;s revenues and experienced steady membership growth despite macroeconomic uncertainty. The club also expanded with two new flagship locations in Denmark and the UK and recorded 200,000 member trips during the quarter. Discounting and promotional activities remain high, especially for prior model year products, to boost retail sales. Investments in digital platforms continue to benefit the company, with nearly 40% of FBC membership sales in the quarter being digitally assisted.</p>
<h2>BC&#39;s Price Performance</h2>
<p><img alt="Zacks Investment Research" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/articles/charts/b0/77829.jpg?v=386916374" /></p>
<p>Image Source: Zacks Investment Research</p>
<p>Shares of Brunswick have increased 5.9% in the past three months compared with the industry&#39;s 6.3% rise. The company is likely to benefit from new model introductions and marketing and promotional activities. Also, the emphasis on expansion bodes well.</p>
<p>Continued slower retail sales and higher discounting and carrying costs are a concern. Owing to these headwinds, the company expects full-year unit retail sales to decline by approximately 10% compared with the original forecast of flat sales.</p>
<h2>Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h2>
<p>Brunswick currently carries a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).</p>
<p>Here are some better-ranked stocks from the Consumer Discretionary sector.</p>
<p><strong>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.</strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rcl#NYSE">RCL</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).</p>
<p>RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.5%, on average. The stock has gained 75.1% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings per share indicates growth of 18.1% and 71.1%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.</p>
<p><strong>DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd.</strong> (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ddi#NASDAQ">DDI</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. DDI has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.1%, on average. The stock has increased 41.8% in the past year.</p>
<p>The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DDI&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicates an increase of 12.6% and 15.8%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.</p>
<p>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.<strong> </strong>currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. NCLH has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.7%, on average. The stock has moved up 12.9% in the past year.</p>
<p>The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NCLH&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicates an increase of 9.8% and 125.7%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2336688/bc-s-freedom-boat-club-expands-south-florida-operations?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|company_news_corporate_actions-2336688">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a></p>


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<p><strong>Accenture plc</strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/acn#NYSE">ACN</a>) has seen its stock rise 22% in the past three months, outperforming the industry&#39;s 14.9% growth and the 2.4% uptick in the S&amp;P 500 composite index.</p>
<p>We have a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) on ACN shares, given the company&#39;s technological prowess, strong cash position, contribution from acquisitions and consistent dividend payouts.</p>
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<h2>Accenture PLC Price</h2>
<p><img alt="Accenture PLC Price" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/charts/4f/1726492889.png" style="height:310px; width:600px" title="" /></p>
<p>Accenture PLC price | Accenture PLC Quote</p>
<p>Let&#39;s look at the factors in detail that make the stock an attractive pick.</p>
</div>
<h2>Technology-Based Growth Strategy</h2>
<p>Accenture&#39;s broader growth strategy focuses on delivering comprehensive value to its stakeholders through technology. By focusing on building a digital core with cloud, data, and AI technologies and investing in talent, Accenture is well-positioned for long-term success. We believe this strategy positions Accenture as a trusted partner for its clients and keeps the stock attractive.</p>
<h2>Strong Cash Position</h2>
<p>Accenture had a cash and cash equivalents balance of $5.5 billion at the end of third-quarter fiscal 2024 against a total long-term debt of just $69 million. Cash provided by operating activities was $1 billion and free cash flow came in at $1 million. Accenture generates&nbsp;significant cash from operations&nbsp;and also holds a huge cash balance, management has the flexibility to pursue growth in any areas that exhibit true potential.</p>
<p>This flexibility and technological prowess allowed it to pursue acquisition opportunities in different markets. The company spent $2.5 billion across 25 acquisitions in fiscal 2023.&nbsp;A disciplined acquisition strategy&nbsp;helps ACN channel its business in high-growth areas, adding skills and capabilities, and deepening industry and functional expertise.</p>
<h2>Dividend Spinner</h2>
<p>Commitment to shareholder returns makes ACN a reliable way for investors to compound wealth over the long term. The company paid $2.8 billion, $2.5 billion and $2.2 billion in dividends in 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. We are expecting steady income growth, which will translate to steady cash flow, enabling it to pay out stable dividends.</p>
<h2>Other Stocks to Consider</h2>
<p>Investors can look at&nbsp;some other top-ranked stocks like <strong>AppLovin&nbsp;</strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/app#NASDAQ">APP</a>), <strong>Climb Global Solutions </strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/clmb#NASDAQ">CLMB</a>), and<strong> HNI Corporation </strong>(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hni#NYSE">HNI</a>).</p>
<p>APP currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). The company has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 20%. APP delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 21.1%, on average.</p>
<p>Climb Global Solutions flaunts a Zacks Rank #1 at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 11%. CLMB delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 25.2%, on average.</p>
<p>HNI sports a Zacks Rank #1 at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 12%. HNI delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 51.3%, on average.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2336610/here-s-why-you-should-add-accenture-stock-to-your-portfolio?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|rank_focused-2336610">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a></p>


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Here's Why You Should Add Accenture Stock to Your Portfolio

<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on MicroStrategy. Our analysis of options history for MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) revealed 145 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 44% of traders were bullish, while 40% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 35 were puts, with a value of $2,123,015, and 110 were calls, valued at $14,926,000.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $10.5 to $380.0 for MicroStrategy over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for MicroStrategy's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of MicroStrategy's whale activity within a strike price range from $10.5 to $380.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>MicroStrategy Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726514143_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$34.55</td>
<td>$34.1</td>
<td>$34.41</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
<td>$1.7M</td>
<td>43</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">501</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$54.15</td>
<td>$52.85</td>
<td>$53.05</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$1.0M</td>
<td>520</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">241</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$53.65</td>
<td>$52.65</td>
<td>$52.73</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$358.3K</td>
<td>520</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">632</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$22.5</td>
<td>$22.45</td>
<td>$22.45</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$223.9K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">81</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$54.15</td>
<td>$52.85</td>
<td>$53.04</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$196.2K</td>
<td>520</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">294</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About MicroStrategy</h3>
<p>MicroStrategy Inc is a provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software. It offers MicroStrategy Analytics platform that delivers reports and dashboards and enables users to conduct ad hoc analysis and share insights through mobile devices or the Web; MicroStrategy Server, which provides analytical processing and job management. The company's reportable operating segment is engaged in the design, development, marketing, and sales of its software platform through licensing arrangements and cloud-based subscriptions and related services.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for MicroStrategy, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of MicroStrategy</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 7,277,458, with MSTR's price down by -4.28%, positioned at $135.41.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 44 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On MicroStrategy</h3>
<p>3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $171.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Canaccord Genuity continues to hold a Buy rating for MicroStrategy, targeting a price of $173. </li>
<li>An analyst from Barclays downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $146. </li>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $194. </li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for MicroStrategy with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


MSTR

Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on MSTR Options

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Pinterest</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Pinterest (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>) we detected 10 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 20% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 20% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $657,391 and 3, calls, for a total amount of $134,038.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $24.0 to $31.0 for Pinterest over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Pinterest's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Pinterest's whale trades within a strike price range from $24.0 to $31.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Pinterest Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726514138_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$5.99</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$176.2K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$167.1K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>567</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$102.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>750</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$77.8K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>132</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PINS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$62.5K</td>
<td>483</td>
<td>202</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Pinterest</h3>
<p>Pinterest is an online product and idea discovery platform that helps users gather ideas on everything from cooking recipes to travel destinations. Founded in 2010, the platform consists of a largely female audience, which accounts for roughly two thirds of its nearly 500 million monthly active users. The company generates revenue by selling digital ads and is now rolling out more in-platform e-commerce features. About 20% of users reside in the US and Canada, but the region accounted for about 80% of revenue in 2023.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for Pinterest, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Pinterest</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,316,115, the PINS's price is up by 0.12%, now at $28.89. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 42 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Pinterest</h3>
<p>In the last month, 3 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $44.666666666666664.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from RBC Capital has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $48. </li>
<li>An analyst from Piper Sandler has revised its rating downward to Overweight, adjusting the price target to $45. </li>
<li>Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald lowers its rating to Overweight with a new price target of $41.</li>
</ul>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Pinterest options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Decoding Pinterest's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in UNH usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 34 extraordinary options activities for UnitedHealth Group. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 38% leaning bullish and 44% bearish. Among these notable options, 10 are puts, totaling $1,172,743, and 24 are calls, amounting to $1,541,432.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $350.0 to $640.0 for UnitedHealth Group over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for UnitedHealth Group's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of UnitedHealth Group's whale activity within a strike price range from $350.0 to $640.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>UnitedHealth Group Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726514134_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$22.6</td>
<td>$22.15</td>
<td>$22.45</td>
<td>$590.00</td>
<td>$785.7K</td>
<td>338</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">353</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$47.4</td>
<td>$45.45</td>
<td>$46.4</td>
<td>$555.00</td>
<td>$232.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$93.65</td>
<td>$91.8</td>
<td>$91.8</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
<td>$229.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$35.1</td>
<td>$34.25</td>
<td>$35.1</td>
<td>$570.00</td>
<td>$175.5K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>$640.00</td>
<td>$141.2K</td>
<td>174</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">418</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About UnitedHealth Group</h3>
<p>UnitedHealth Group is one of the largest private health insurers, providing medical benefits to about 50 million members globally, including 1 million outside the us as June 2024. As a leader in employer-sponsored, self-directed, and government-backed insurance plans, UnitedHealth has obtained massive scale in managed care. Along with its insurance assets, UnitedHealth's continued investments in its Optum franchises have created a healthcare services colossus that spans everything from medical and pharmaceutical benefits to providing outpatient care and analytics to both affiliated and third-party customers.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with UnitedHealth Group, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of UnitedHealth Group</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,271,110, the price of UNH is down -0.48% at $589.39. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 29 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About UnitedHealth Group</h3>
<p>A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $591.0.</p>
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald has revised its rating downward to Overweight, adjusting the price target to $591. </li>
<li>An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $591. </li>
<li>In a cautious move, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded its rating to Overweight, setting a price target of $591. </li>
</ul>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for UnitedHealth Group with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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<p><strong>Ascendis Pharma A/S</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASND#NASDAQ">ASND</a>)&nbsp;released topline data on Monday from a trial that included 84 children with achondroplasia, a genetic disorder that causes dwarfism and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/09/40882593/ascendis-pharmas-rare-dwarfism-candidate-shows-promise-in-trial-fda-submission-expected-next-year" rel="noreferrer noopener">disproportionate short stature</a>.</p>
<p>In the trial, children treated with once-weekly TransCon CNP demonstrated annualized growth velocity (AGV) superior to placebo.</p>
<p>BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMRN#NASDAQ">BMRN</a>) stock is trading lower in reaction to the data <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/22/11/29694519/ascendis-pharmas-program-hits-primary-goal-in-children-with-short-limbed-dwarfism" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">from rival Ascendis</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/09/40707614/rare-disease-focused-ascendis-pharma-stock-falls-on-underwhelming-q2-earnings-guidance-cut" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rare Disease-Focused Ascendis Pharma Stock Falls On Underwhelming Q2 Earnings, Guidance Cut</a>.</strong></p>
<p><strong>William Blair</strong> notes that the efficacy of TransCon CNP is comparable to BioMarin&#8217;s Voxzogo (vosoritide), which is approved for promoting linear growth in children with achondroplasia and open growth plates (epiphyses).</p>
<p>Early data indicates that TransCon CNP could challenge Voxzogo&#8217;s market share by late 2025. Moreover, Ascendis&#8217; TransCon CNP stands out due to its once-weekly dosing schedule and potentially improved safety profile, making it a more appealing option.</p>
<p>The analyst adds, &#8220;We think Ascendis&#8217;s freedom to operate is still unclear given it may be at risk of infringing on BioMarin&#8217;s long-acting CNP patent portfolio, which could restrict Ascendis&#8217; launch or at the very least result in royalties to BioMarin.&#8221;</p>
<p>The William Blair analyst emphasizes BioMarin&#8217;s first-mover advantage, noting that the company is actively conducting additional trials to broaden Voxzogo&#8217;s label.</p>
<p>BioMarin also plans to submit an investigational new drug application for its long-acting CNP in the fourth quarter of 2024. However, competition from TransCon CNP is expected to place continued pressure on Voxzogo&#8217;s market share, which may weigh on the stock in the near future.</p>
<p>Earlier this month, BioMarin&nbsp;announced its&nbsp;plans to land $4 billion in&nbsp;revenue by 2027 and target an adjusted operating margin of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/09/40731810/biomarin-restructures-outlines-roadmap-to-4b-revenues-by-2027" rel="noreferrer noopener">low-to-mid 40</a> percent.</p>
<p><strong>Price Action:</strong> BMRN stock is down 17.70% at $69.86 at the last check on Monday.</p>
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<p>The semiconductor and data center sectors are fast-paced and volatile, with companies like <strong>NVIDIA&nbsp;</strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)<strong>&nbsp;</strong>and <strong>Advanced Micro Devices</strong><strong> </strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amd#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) leading the way. However, a giant is quietly revolutionizing the sector and becoming a force to be reckoned with in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. While many may overlook this diversified technology company, <strong>Broadcom Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/avgo#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) is growing its AI capabilities and making strategic investments that generate positive investor sentiment.</p>
<h2><strong>A Multifaceted Technological Powerhouse</strong></h2>
<p>Broadcom is a technology company with a vast portfolio spanning 26 divisions, offering a diverse range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. Its offerings include network connectivity chips for data centers, server storage, broadband and wireless products, cybersecurity, and cloud computing solutions. This broad reach gives Broadcom a distinct advantage, enabling it to capitalize on emerging trends across multiple technology sub-sectors.</p>
<p>The semiconductor industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the rise of AI. Companies like NVIDIA and AMD have emerged as industry leaders, attracting significant investment and attention. However, Broadcom offers a more stable and less volatile approach with its diversified portfolio. It provides a more balanced investment opportunity that is less dependent on the volatile swings of a single market.</p>
<h2><strong>Broadcom&#39;s AI Strategy: A Quiet Revolution</strong></h2>
<p>Broadcom&#39;s strategy has been to invest steadily in AI chips and data center infrastructure. This includes developing high-performance networking chips and storage solutions specifically designed to support the demands of AI workloads. This strategic focus is crucial for the company&#39;s future growth as the need for advanced chips and infrastructure to power AI applications continues to increase.</p>
<p>A key milestone in Broadcom&#39;s AI strategy was its November 2023 acquisition of VMware, a leading cloud architecture software company. This acquisition significantly bolstered Broadcom&#39;s AI software and cloud infrastructure position, giving it a more comprehensive and integrated offering.</p>
<p>VMware&#39;s expertise in system virtualization and cloud management perfectly complements Broadcom&#39;s hardware capabilities, enabling the company to offer end-to-end solutions for data centers, cloud computing, virtual systems, servers, and AI deployments.</p>
<p>The integration of VMware into Broadcom&#39;s operations has been a complex process that has presented challenges and opportunities. However, the company has shown confidence that the acquisition will drive significant growth and enhance its competitiveness in the AI market.</p>
<h2><strong>The Latest Earnings Report: A Glimpse Into Growth</strong></h2>
<p>Broadcom&#39;s earnings report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 provided valuable insights into the company&#39;s performance and effectiveness in its AI strategy. The company reported impressive revenue growth of 47% year over year, reaching $13.1 billion.</p>
<p>While this growth is impressive, it&#39;s important to note that a significant portion is attributed to VMware&#39;s acquisition, strengthening the infrastructure software segment. Excluding VMware, Broadcom&#39;s organic revenue growth was only 4% year-over-year. This suggests that the company&#39;s core business, specifically its semiconductor solutions segment, is not yet seeing the same level of growth as its AI-focused peers.</p>
<p>However, it is crucial to remember that Broadcom&#39;s semiconductor solutions segment, primarily focused on non-AI applications, is starting to show signs of stabilization. Broadcom&#39;s CEO, Hock Tan, has stated that &quot;non-AI semiconductor revenue has stabilized&quot; and that the company is &quot;expecting a recovery&quot; in the coming quarters. The executive&#39;s comments suggest Broadcom&#39;s non-AI businesses are at a turning point and potentially ready to drive future growth.</p>
<p>In addition to revenue, Broadcom reported adjusted EBITDA of $8.223 billion for the quarter, representing 63% of revenue, a notable increase of 42% year-over-year. This demonstrates the company&#39;s continued focus on profitability and its ability to generate cash flow. The company also highlighted that adjusted EBITDA for the upcoming quarter is expected to reach approximately 64% of projected revenue.</p>
<p>The strong adjusted EBITDA performance is another positive sign for investors. It suggests that Broadcom is managing its costs effectively and generating significant cash flow despite the ongoing transition in its core business and the integration of VMware.</p>
<p>Broadcom&#39;s financial performance and its AI strategy are closely intertwined. During the earnings call, Tan also said that revenue from AI products will drive $12 billion in annual sales this year, up from the prior company estimate of $11 billion. The company&#39;s commitment to AI is evident in its focus on developing and deploying advanced chips and solutions for data centers and other critical applications.</p>
<h2><strong>Analyst Recommendations and the Investment Outlook</strong></h2>
<p>Broadcom&#39;s analyst community is generally optimistic about the company&#39;s future. The average price target for Broadcom stock is $189.23, representing a potential upside of 29.37% from the current price. Of 25 analysts covering the stock, 24 recommend buying it, while one recommends holding it. This &quot;Moderate Buy&quot; consensus rating indicates a generally positive market sentiment toward Broadcom.</p>
<h2><strong>A Final Thought: Broadcom&#39;s AI Powerhouse Emerges</strong></h2>
<p>Broadcom&#39;s AI revolution is quietly unfolding. While its current growth relies heavily on VMware, the company is strategically positioning itself as a dominant player in the AI space. Its non-AI businesses show signs of recovery, and AI drives strong revenue growth. The company&#39;s valuation relative to its peers, its commitment to AI, and the positive outlook from analysts make Broadcom an intriguing investment opportunity for investors with a long-term time horizon.</p>
<p>As Broadcom continues developing its AI capabilities and integrating VMware into its operations, investors might benefit from its quiet transformation into an AI powerhouse. Broadcom&#39;s journey to becoming a leader in AI is far from over, and the company&#39;s potential for future growth is significant. The market&#39;s current underestimation of Broadcom&#39;s AI strategy may present a window of opportunity for investors willing to look beyond the short term and embrace the potential of this quietly growing technology leader.</p>
<p>The article &quot;<a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/broadcoms-ai-powerhouse-quiet-giant-emerges">Broadcom&#39;s AI Powerhouse: A Quiet Giant Emerges</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.</p>


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<p>Additionally, Trimble announced the sale of its global telematics business to Platform Science while securing a 32.5% stake in the newly expanded business. Trimble will also gain a seat on Platform Science's board.</p>
<p><strong>TRMB Price Action:</strong> Trimble stock was up by 3.73%, trading at $58.60 according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a></p>
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