Amazon.com Option Alert: Sep 19 $210 Puts at the Bid: 1500 vs 3644 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Sep 19 $210 Puts at the Bid: 1500 @ $13.0 vs 3644 OI; Ref=$212.12

Amazon.com Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $220 Calls at the Bid: 200 vs 6991 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $220 Calls at the Bid: 200 @ $30.9 vs 6991 OI; Ref=$214.2694

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $120 Calls Sweep (5) near the midpoint: 100 vs 3511 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $120 Calls Sweep (5) near the midpoint: 100 @ $94.65 vs 3511 OI; Ref=$214.635

Amazon.com Option Alert: Aug 15 $210 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 420 vs 7483 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Aug 15 $210 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 420 @ $17.397 vs 7483 OI; Ref=$214.48

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $200 Calls Sweep (27) near the Bid: 654 vs 36302 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $200 Calls Sweep (27) near the Bid: 654 @ $8.5 vs 36302 OI; Ref=$207.675

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $205 Calls Sweep (63) near the Ask: 1422 vs 27636 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $205 Calls Sweep (63) near the Ask: 1422 @ $5.122 vs 27636 OI; Ref=$208.2

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $195 Calls Sweep (63) near the midpoint: 1422 vs 28510 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $195 Calls Sweep (63) near the midpoint: 1422 @ $13.617 vs 28510 OI; Ref=$208.2

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Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $195 Calls Sweep (11) near the midpoint: 394 @ $13.817 vs 28510 OI; Ref=$208.43

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Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $210 Calls at the Bid: 6855 @ $2.39 vs 36147 OI; Ref=$208.235

Amazon.com Option Alert: Fri $200 Calls Sweep (16) near the Ask: 1161 vs 36302 OI

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Amazon.com Option Alert: Jun 20 $190 Calls Sweep (48) near the Ask: 730 vs 20654 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Jun 20 $190 Calls Sweep (48) near the Ask: 730 @ $9.588 vs 20654 OI; Ref=$191.66

Amazon.com Option Alert: Dec 19 $300 Puts at the Bid: 50 vs 0 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Dec 19 $300 Puts at the Bid: 50 @ $110.7 vs 0 OI; Ref=$189.26

Amazon.com Option Alert: Dec 19 $300 Puts at the Bid: 50 @ $110.75 vs 0 OI; Ref=$189.24

Amazon.com Option Alert: Dec 19 $300 Puts at the Bid: 50 @ $110.85 vs 0 OI; Ref=$189.09

Amazon.com Option Alert: Jul 18 $205 Calls at the Ask: 1350 vs 11569 OI

Amazon.com Option Alert: Jul 18 $205 Calls at the Ask: 1350 @ $4.1 vs 11569 OI; Ref=$186.48

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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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At most companies, predicting failure would get you fired. At Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45360557/jeff-bezos-built-a-1-97-trillion-empire-by-putting-truth-before-comfort-heres-why-he-thinks-thats-wh">came straight from the founder</a>.
In 2018, Jeff Bezos stood before employees during an all-hands meeting and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45241136/jeff-bezos-says-he-won-the-lottery-with-his-teen-mom-she-had-him-at-17-took-him-to-night-school-then-invested-her-245k-savings-in-amazon">delivered the kind of statement</a> you don't expect from a CEO whose company was making billions: "Amazon is not too big to fail. In fact, I predict one day Amazon will fail. Amazon will go bankrupt."
The comment, first <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/15/bezos-tells-employees-one-day-amazon-will-fail-and-to-stay-hungry.html">reported by CNBC</a> from a recorded video of the meeting, wasn't offhand. It was Bezos responding directly to a question about what Amazon had learned from the collapse of legacy retailers like Sears. His answer was blunt: big companies don't live forever—and the clock's always ticking.
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He told employees the real danger isn't outside competition. It's losing focus. "If we start to focus on ourselves, instead of focusing on our customers, that will be the beginning of the end," he said. "We have to try and delay that day for as long as possible."
At the time, Amazon was doing anything but failing. It was growing faster than ever. Alexa was in millions of homes. Amazon Web Services was dominating cloud. Retail was scaling globally. Bezos, still CEO then, had no financial reason to sound the alarm—just a long memory and a clear view of what happens when companies start believing they're bulletproof.
He stepped down as CEO in July 2021, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44943074/amazon-ceo-jassy-reveals-whats-kept-him-at-the-tech-giant-for-nearly-3-decade-heres-how-amzn-stock-has-done-since-he-replaced-bezos">handing the reins to Andy Jassy</a>, but the message hasn't aged. In fact, it's only become more relevant. Amazon <a href="https://ir.aboutamazon.com/news-release/news-release-details/2025/Amazon-com-Announces-Fourth-Quarter-Results/">pulled in $638 billion in net sales</a> in 2024 and generated nearly $60 billion in profit. From the outside, it looks unstoppable. Internally, Bezos knew better.
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And he wasn't wrong to bring it up.
A <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/business%20functions/strategy%20and%20corporate%20finance/our%20insights/mckinsey%20on%20finance%20number%2084/mckinsey-on-finance-number-84.pdf">2023 McKinsey study</a> found that the average lifespan of a company on the S&amp;P 500 was 61 years in 1958. Today, it's under 18. The firm predicted that by 2027, 75% of the companies on the list will be gone—acquired, merged, or bankrupt. Size doesn't guarantee survival. In fact, it can make you slower, more bloated, more fragile.
Bezos didn't suggest Amazon was collapsing. He reminded everyone it could. The only way to push back the clock, in his view, was to keep the company focused on customers and paranoid about irrelevance.
It's a rare kind of leadership that warns of failure at the peak of success. But maybe that's the only reason Amazon's still beating the odds.
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Jeff Bezos Once Told Employees, 'I Predict One Day Amazon Will Fail. Amazon Will Go Bankrupt' — But His Goal Was To 'Try And Delay' The Inevitable

Viral TikTok videos are using doctored clips from "Shark Tank" to falsely portray billionaire investor Mark Cuban endorsing products sold through TikTok Shop — and the billionaire is not amused.
What Happened: A new investigation by news rating group NewsGuard found that several TikTok accounts have spliced together footage from different "Shark Tank" episodes to make it appear as if Cuban endorsed products like Neuro Gum and BoomBoom nasal inhalers.
In one viral example, a video edited Cuban's $30 million offer to dating app Coffee Meets Bagel into a clip promoting Neuro Gum.
The manipulated video garnered over 9.6 million views, said the report.
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Another TikTok falsely depicted Cuban endorsing BoomBoom in a conversation with Kevin Hart by replacing his real comment about Spikeball with the altered audio, &#8220;BoomBoom.&#8221;
"These faked videos, which racked up millions of views, purport to show investor Mark Cuban endorsing or investing in the products," NewsGuard reported.
Cuban told the outlet in response, "It's messed up. I spend too much time reporting this stuff to the [Federal Trade Commission]. I hope they get busted."
TikTok confirmed to the publication that it removed the flagged content for violating its policies, stating that it does not allow misleading use of public figures, including fake endorsements.
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Why It&#8217;s Important: In a similar incident, back in 2022, Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) filed legal actions in Italy, Spain and the U.S. as part of a global <a href="https://benzinga.com/news/22/10/29356774/amazon-takes-legal-action-against-fake-review-brokers">crackdown on fake review brokers</a>, targeting over 11,000 websites and social media groups involved in posting fake reviews for money or free products.
Meanwhile, on Friday, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/05/45472538/mark-cuban-bids-farewell-to-shark-tank-how-to-watch-finale-and-whats-next-for-hit-show">Cuban bid farewell</a> to the hit reality investing show &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; as Season 16 wraps up. The Shark currently has a net worth of $8.20 billion, ranking him 391st on Bloomberg's Billionaire <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/">Index</a>.
Reports indicate that Cuban had invested over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35988212/mark-cuban-to-exit-shark-tank-reflects-on-his-worst-deal-and-surprise-success-shared-with-benzinga">$20 million across at least 85 companies</a> during his time on the show. Among his most successful deals were investments in brands like Dude Wipes, BeatBox Beverages, Tower Paddle Boards and Nuts ‘N More.
However, Cuban also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44367926/mark-cuban-kevin-oleary-rejected-poppi-on-shark-tank-pepsi-just-paid-1-9-billion-to-acquire-company">passed on some opportunities</a> that later soared in value, most notably Mother Beverage, which rebranded as Poppi and was later acquired by PepsiCo for $1.9 billion.
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Mark Cuban Slams Viral TikTok Scammers For Faking Shark Tank Endorsements To Sell Products: 'It's Messed Up...I Hope They Get Busted'

The U.S. and China agreed to de-escalate their trade war by cutting tariffs by 115 percentage points, bringing U.S. duties on Chinese <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45347089/wall-street-rips-higher-as-tariff-truce-halts-us-china-economic-escalation">goods down to 30%.</a>
The announcement sparked a broad-based equity rally, with the S&amp;P 500 climbing back to early March 2025 levels and erasing losses from President Donald Trump's &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45355655/magnificent-seven-gain-700b-after-us-china-slash-tariffs-gold-crashes-whats-driving-markets-monday">Liberation Day&#8221; tariff shock.</a>
The improved trade outlook also prompted economists to cut recession odds and upgrade U.S. growth forecasts for the second half of the year.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500 Logs 5 Consecutive Winning Sessions</h3>
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) closed 5% higher for the week, notching five straight sessions in the green.
Semiconductors kept powering higher. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NYSE">SOXX</a>) rose nearly 10% on the week, logging its fourth straight week of gains and delivering its best monthly rally since 2020.
Yet, clean energy stocks – as tracked by the Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAN#NYSE">TAN</a>) – outshined even chipmakers. Solar names surged after Republicans released a better-than-expected tax proposal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/25/05/45381191/first-solar-eyes-best-2-day-rally-since-2013-after-gop-tax-plan-spares-key-clean-energy-credits">on renewable energy credits.</a> Shares of First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) soared 27% for the week, leading the sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump&#8217;s Middle East Blitz Attracts $2 Trillion In Gulf Commitments</h3>
During his Middle East visit, President Trump secured around $2 trillion in trade and investment pledges from Gulf countries.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45390422/trump-unveils-historic-and-transformative-600-billion-saudi-deal-predicts-markets-will-go-a-lot-higher">Saudi Arabia committed $600 billion</a> in deals involving Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), Oracle Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NASDAQ">ORCL</a>), Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Uber Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NASDAQ">UBER</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), GE Vernova (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>) and Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>).
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45446924/trump-secures-12-trillion-qatar-deal-as-boeing-ge-land-record-orders">Qatar followed with a $1.2 trillion package</a> focused on energy and infrastructure, inking major contracts with GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) and Boeing.
The United Arab Emirates signed a $200 billion deal to import over one million AI chips from Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and other initiatives with Exxon Mobil Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NASDAQ">XOM</a>), Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">UNH In Free Fall, Consumer Inflation Concerns Hit 1980s Levels</h3>
Back on Wall Street, one corporate giant is facing deep losses in what's shaping up to be one of the worst crises in its history. UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>) shares nosedived 27% this week, marking the company&#8217;s worst weekly performance since the 2009 financial crisis and extending a five-week losing streak.
CEO Andrew Witty resigned Tuesday citing "personal reasons," while the company suspended 2025 guidance due <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45373368/unitedhealth-stock-plunges-names-new-ceo-suspends-2025-guidance">to surging medical costs</a>. A U.S. Department of Justice criminal probe into alleged fraud in its Medicare Advantage <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/05/45426769/unitedhealth-stock-plunges-over-8-in-after-hours-trading-as-doj-criminal-probe-adds-to-turmoil-after-ceo-shake-up">program worsened investor fears.</a>
On the macro front, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45374267/inflation-eases-in-april-as-trumps-tariffs-dont-push-prices-higher">April inflation data</a> signaled softening price pressures, but retail sales dropped, reflecting consumer <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45435725/tariffs-slow-retail-spending-as-producer-prices-post-sharpest-drop-since-2020">caution amid trade uncertainty</a>. Inflation expectations are also heating up again.
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45470155/consumer-sentiment-crashes-to-5-year-lows-as-inflation-fears-reach-1981-levels">University of Michigan's survey</a> showed the weakest sentiment since 2020 as the one-year consumer inflation outlook hit levels last seen in 1981.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart Of The Week: Year-Ahead Consumer Inflation Expectations Have Never Been This High Since Early &#8217;80s</h3>
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US-China Trade Truce, Trump's Middle East Deals Spark Wall Street Rally: This Week In Markets

In the first 100 days of 2025, as Donald Trump began his second presidential term, the stock market experienced one of its worst starts in decades, wiping out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/25/04/45069781/trumps-first-100-days-what-he-delivered-where-he-fell-short-how-markets-reacted">billions in investor wealth</a>.
Among those who were hurt and are now looking to play defense with investments are large pension funds.
What Happened: The California State Teachers' Retirement System, also known as CalSTRS, has a large portfolio with thousands of stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45470447/14-us-state-pension-funds-now-hold-632-million-in-strategy-stock">and other investments</a>.
Earlier this year, CalSTRS Chief Investment Officer Scott Chan said the pension fund was facing "unprecedented and world-changing" risks, as reported by <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-12/trump-s-trade-war-seen-as-a-big-risk-for-350-billion-calstrs?sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a>.
"What's changed to the negative is fairly unique because its almost entirely related to policy," Chan said.
Chan's comments referred to the Trump administration&#8217;s constant policy changes, including tariffs, which have created market uncertainty.
"Today's storm is different. We don't know what the shock is," Chan said in March.
Chan said tariffs and a possible recession are top concerns, along with geopolitical tensions like the role the U.S. plays in conflicts like the war between Russia and Ukraine and the future of NATO.
"Those are geopolitical types of risks that would be extremely hard to navigate from a portfolio perspective."
Looking back at Chan's comments today might make a portfolio change made in the first quarter. According to a <a href="https://www.quiverquant.com/institutions/CALIFORNIA%20STATE%20TEACHERS%20RETIREMENT%20SYSTEM/">report </a>from Quiver Quantitative, CalSTRS added to its stake in Trump Media &amp; Technology Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>) in the quarter.
As of the end of March, the pension fund owns 95,463 shares of DJT worth $1.87 million. The position was increased by 21,004 shares in the quarter or 28%.
While this makes up a small part of the portfolio, Chan has concerns about the economy under Trump. The fund, he says, would play defense with fixed income and cash.
Also consider that the fund lowered its stake in some of the top holdings and large companies during the quarter. That includes its top five holdings:
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<li>Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>): 6.5% of fund</li>
<li>Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>): 5.2%</li>
<li>NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>): 5.2%</li>
<li>Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>): 3.5%</li>
<li>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>): 2.5%</li>
</ul>
The fund lowered positions in those names, while DJT was one of the names to see an increase in the quarter. While Trump Media &amp; Technology is not tired directly to the economic performance of Trump or his policies, some investors or members of the pension may not like seeing their money invested in a company that counts the president as the largest stakeholder.
CalSTRS has a 30-year target of producing annual returns of 7% to meet retirement obligations. A drop in the stock market and underperformers like Trump Media could put those returns at risk.
Trump Media stock is down 25.2% year-to-date in 2025 and down over 50% in the last year.
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Tesla Investment: Along with an investment in Trump Media that might not please all pension members, portfolio holding Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has also been the subject of controversy.
CalSTRS received 38 emails in the first three months of 2025 asking the pension fund to sell its Tesla stake. Another email request asked the fund to sell anything related to Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
The comments came in as Musk was working with the Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal jobs and having staffers disrupt the Department of Education to look for waste and funds to cut.
"These are difficult times that call for more than ordinary actions," Edward Hasbrouck, spouse of a teacher who's a beneficiary of the pension fund, told CalSTRS at the meeting. "You have ample fiscal reasons to sell that Tesla stock, but in selling it, you will be doing more than your fiduciary responsibility. You'll also be doing the right thing."
At the end of the first quarter, the pension fund owned 4,493,611 Tesla shares worth $1.16 billion. The position made up 1.5% of the fund's assets according to Quiver Quantitative. The Tesla holdings decreased by 7,476 shares, or 0.17% in the quarter.
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After more than a dozen seasons on the hit reality investing pitching <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/shark-tank">show "Shark Tank," </a>investor Mark Cuban is saying farewell with Season 16's finale Friday night.
Here's a look back at Cuban's time on "Shark Tank" and a look at what comes next for the investor and the show.
‘Shark Tank' Finale: Cuban announced his exit from "Shark Tank" in November 2023. Over a year later, his final episode has arrived.
"My last @ABCSharkTank is this Friday. Gonna miss it. But it was time to move on. Make sure to watch!" Cuban <a href="https://x.com/mcuban/status/1923129598952321255">tweeted</a>.
The Season 16 finale airs at 8 p.m. ET Friday May 16 on ABC, which is a unit of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>). The show is produced by Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) -owned MGM Television in association with Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) unit Sony Pictures Television.
Cuban joined the show as a guest shark in season 2 before becoming a regular cast member in season 3.
&#8220;It&#8217;s not being on TV that&#8217;s made it special. It&#8217;s sending a message to everybody that watches that the American dream is alive and well,&#8221; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41271567/mark-cuban-reflects-on-shark-tanks-enduring-success-the-american-dream-is-alive-and-well">Cuban said</a> on the &#8220;Life in Seven Songs&#8221;&nbsp;podcast.
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‘Shark Tank Success': At the time of his announced departure, a report said Cuban had invested<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35988212/mark-cuban-to-exit-shark-tank-reflects-on-his-worst-deal-and-surprise-success-shared-with-benzinga"> over $20 million</a> in at least 85 companies during his years on the show.
Cuban has made several winning deals, including investments in companies like Dude Wipes, BeatBox Beverages, Tower Paddle Boards, and Nuts ‘N More.
The entrepreneur has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44367926/mark-cuban-kevin-oleary-rejected-poppi-on-shark-tank-pepsi-just-paid-1-9-billion-to-acquire-company">missed out on </a>some investments that went on to be worth significantly more including skipping an investment in Mother Beverage, a company that went on to change its name to poppi and was acquired by PepsiCo for $1.9 billion.
In a 2022 interview, Cuban revealed he has not made back the millions he has invested in companies from "Shark Tank."
&#8220;What I said was on a cash basis for my Shark Tank companies, I hadn&#8217;t taken in more than I put out. On a market to market basis, which most VCs (venture capital) use, I&#8217;m doing great,&#8221; Cuban&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/Toure/status/1551635299003940870" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">tweeted</a>.
During the interview on "Full Send Podcast," Cuban shared the memory of his worst investment from "Shark Tank."
In 2013, Cuban and four other Sharks invested in a company called Breathometer, which was pitched as &#8220;the world&#8217;s first smartphone breathalyzer.&#8221;
The pitch by&nbsp;Charles Michael Yim&nbsp;was the first in Shark Tank history to land investments from all five Sharks on the show. The five Sharks, including Cuban, invested a combined $1 million for a 30% stake in the company. Yim said Cuban invested $500,000 of the $1 million total, more than the other Sharks.
Cuban said he would text Yim and ask why he wasn&#8217;t working and get a response that he was networking. Eventually, the money the Sharks invested was gone and Yim transitioned away from the Breathometer and worked on Mint, a product that detects bad breath.
&#8220;It was a great product. But, the guy – Charles – I&#8217;d look at his Instagram and he&#8217;d be in Bora Bora,&#8221; Cuban said of Yim. &#8220;Two weeks later, he&#8217;d be in (Las) Vegas partying, and then he&#8217;d be on Necker Island with&nbsp;Richard Branson.&#8221;
&#8220;That was my biggest beating,&#8221; Cuban said.
Speaking with <a href="https://x.com/mcuban/status/1551694250613411840">Benzinga</a>, Cuban shared one of his most unexpected success stories from Shark Tank. When questioned about which Shark Tank investment yielded the most surprising return, Cuban responded, &#8220;Cycloramic had to pivot to computer vision. They did, and we killed it when we sold it to Carvana.&#8221;
Cycloramic&nbsp;was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sharktankblog.com/business/cycloramic/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">featured&nbsp;</a>on season 5 of Shark Tank with&nbsp;Bruno Francois&nbsp;looking for $90,000 for 5% of his company that used an iPhone to take a 3D panoramic photo. When the company was pitched, Cycloramic was selling its app for 99 cents on the&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;iTunes store and had over $175,000 in sales.
The pitch attracted offers from&nbsp;Lori Greiner,&nbsp;Cuban,&nbsp;Daymond John, Kevin O&#8217;Leary&nbsp;and guest shark&nbsp;Steve Tisch.
Cuban offered $1 million for 30% of the company and was countered by Francois with a pitch of partnering with Greiner for $500,000 for 15% of the company. Cuban and Greiner agreed to the deal.
Downloads of the app hit 8 million in the week after the company aired on Shark Tank. Francois also created Selfie 360 and Car 360, two new products that expanded the reach of the company. The success of Car 360 and its ability to create interactive 360 degree images for car sales sites led to a buyout by&nbsp;Carvana Co&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>)&nbsp;for $22 million in 2018.
What's Next For Cuban: The entrepreneur and investor has signaled that he is exiting "Shark Tank" to spend more time with his family.
The announcement and move away from the show also comes after Cuban recently sold <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/23/12/36402593/mark-cubans-slam-dunk-deal-mavericks-majority-stake-sale-clears-the-net-whats-the-next-play">his majority stake</a> in the Dallas Mavericks, an NBA team.
While Cuban is no longer the majority owner of the Mavericks, a new report suggests he could be spending more of his time away from "Shark Tank" looking to make sports deals.
Cuban is set to be a general partner of Harbinger Sports Partners Fund, a new sports-focused private equity fund, as reported by <a href="https://www.sportico.com/business/sports/2025/mark-cuban-serve-general-partner-in-new-750m-sports-fund-1234852451/">Sportico</a>. Harbinger is looking to raise $750 million by 2027 to invest in minority stakes in MLB, NBA and NFL sports teams. The group wants to make around 15 investments worth $50 to $150 million to acquire up to 5% stakes in teams, as sports leagues have changed rules to allow small private equity investments.
What's Next For ‘Shark Tank': The hit reality show could have its hands full after seeing Cuban exit. A Benzinga survey showed that Cuban ranked as the most popular judge on the show with 40% of the vote. Cuban also tied as the least favorite shark with O'Leary in another Benzinga poll.
This means that people who watch &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; likely love Cuban or hate him. O&#8217;Leary received a similar love/hate rating in the polls ranking as the second favorite shark and tied as the least favorite shark.
Fans of &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; will likely miss Cuban&#8217;s appearance on the series moving forward.
The outspoken billionaire often battled with other sharks for deals and tried to get answers from entrepreneurs quickly before they heard offers from the other sharks. On occasion, Cuban teamed up with other sharks for deals.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44505460/shark-tank-millionaire-battles-vs-stories-of-inspiration-viewers-like-this-part-of-show-best">Another Benzinga poll</a> asked readers about their favorite part of &#8220;Shark Tank.&#8221; The winning answer was "the pitch and hearing the entrepreneur's backstory" at 40%, beating out "the battle between the sharks," which received 21% of the vote.
This means that the show could see success after Cuban with viewers likely tuning in more to hear about the products and company founders than seeing the sharks battle.
Kind Snacks founder Daniel Lubetzky, who has been a guest shark in seasons 11 to 15 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/09/40930343/slide-over-mark-cuban-theres-a-new-shark-in-the-pool-could-this-billionaire-be-his-replacem">was announced </a>as a regular shark for Season 16.
Lubetzky is expected to be a shark again on Season 17, which has no release date, but has been confirmed for ABC in the fall with a move to Wednesdays instead of Fridays.
&#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; executive director&nbsp;Clay Newbill&nbsp;said Lubetzky is not a direct replacement for Cuban though.
&#8220;Personally, I don&#8217;t think that you can replace Mark Cuban. He&#8217;s a force on the show,&#8221; Newbill said.
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Amid tariff concerns, activist investor Dan Loeb‘s Third Point LLC made significant changes, shedding stakes or exiting major Magnificent Seven stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/dan-loeb">during the first quarter of 2025</a>.
What Happened: A 13F <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1040273/000108514625003337/xslForm13F_X02/infotable.xml">filing </a>released Thursday shows that Third Point completely exited its positions in Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) during the first quarter of 2025. The hedge fund had <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1040273/000108514625001713/xslForm13F_X02/infotable.xml">previously </a>held 665,000 shares of Meta and 500,000 shares of Tesla at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024.
The investor also fully exited its position in Workday Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) in Q1, selling all 500,000 shares it held as of the fourth quarter of 2024.
In addition to the complete exits, Third Point also trimmed several positions in the first quarter compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Notable reductions include:
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<li>Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>): -48%</li>
<li>Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>): -47%</li>
<li>Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>): -32%</li>
<li>Brookfield Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BN#NYSE">BN</a>): -15%</li>
</ul>
Here are the top new additions in the first quarter by shares:
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<li>Kenvue Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KVUE#NYSE">KVUE</a>): 8.9 million</li>
<li>AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>): 3.78 million</li>
<li>United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>): 3.63 million</li>
<li>NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>): 1.45 million</li>
<li>CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSGP#NASDAQ">CSGP</a>): 1.98 million</li>
<li>Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>): 1 million</li>
<li>RB Global, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBA#NYSE">RBA</a>): 950,000</li>
<li>Talen Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLN#NASDAQ">TLN</a>): 585,000 </li>
<li>SharkNinja, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SN#NYSE">SN</a>): 550,000</li>
<li>Caseys General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASY#NASDAQ">CASY</a>): 300,000</li>
</ul>
Here are the top increases in stake&nbsp;in the first quarter compared to the final quarter of 2024 in percentages:
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<li>Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>): +275%</li>
<li>Soho House &amp; Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHCO#NYSE">SHCO</a>): +121%</li>
<li>Capital One Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>): +14%</li>
</ul>
As of the first quarter of 2025, Loeb&#8217;s top five holdings were Pacific Gas &amp; Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCG#NYSE">PCG</a>), Kenvue, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDS#NYSE">TDS</a>), Soho House, and Brookfield. Of these, all but Brookfield were new or increased positions during the quarter.
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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 Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) against its key competitors in the Broadline Retail 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>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>33.42</td>
<td>7.12</td>
<td>3.39</td>
<td>5.79%</td>
<td>$36.48</td>
<td>$78.69</td>
<td>8.62%</td>
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<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>17.92</td>
<td>2.13</td>
<td>2.22</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>7.61%</td>
</tr>
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<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>11.17</td>
<td>3.85</td>
<td>3.19</td>
<td>9.28%</td>
<td>$32.41</td>
<td>$62.81</td>
<td>24.45%</td>
</tr>
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<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>63.63</td>
<td>26.20</td>
<td>5.86</td>
<td>10.56%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>36.97%</td>
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<tr>
<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>8.39</td>
<td>1.52</td>
<td>0.31</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
<td>$14.27</td>
<td>$47.85</td>
<td>15.78%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>191.71</td>
<td>11.15</td>
<td>1.58</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>11.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.97</td>
<td>6.57</td>
<td>3.35</td>
<td>9.95%</td>
<td>$0.77</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>1.13%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>7.28</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>0.52</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$3.29</td>
<td>$7.63</td>
<td>-4.18%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>35.25</td>
<td>4.12</td>
<td>3.10</td>
<td>4.14%</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>2.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>11.15</td>
<td>3.59</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>11.4%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>-4.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>17.82</td>
<td>4.45</td>
<td>2.75</td>
<td>8.12%</td>
<td>$0.99</td>
<td>$2.22</td>
<td>22.68%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>14.10</td>
<td>3.60</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>15.61%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>-2.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>5.80</td>
<td>0.73</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$3.02</td>
<td>-4.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>68.79</td>
<td>3.66</td>
<td>1.03</td>
<td>-1.13%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>8.54</td>
<td>0.25</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>-9.39%</td>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>136</td>
<td>8.22</td>
<td>0.34</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>40.97</td>
<td>5.43</td>
<td>1.72</td>
<td>7.16%</td>
<td>$7.59</td>
<td>$16.86</td>
<td>7.11%</td>
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 </style>By carefully studying Amazon.com, we can deduce the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
A Price to Earnings ratio of 33.42 significantly below the industry average by 0.82x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 7.12, which is 1.31x the industry average, Amazon.com might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.39, surpassing the industry average by 1.97x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.79% that is 1.37% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company exhibits higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.48 Billion, which is 4.81x above the industry average, implying stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
With higher gross profit of $78.69 Billion, which indicates 4.67x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 8.62% is notably higher compared to the industry average of 7.11%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747407649_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 Amazon.com against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
<ul>
<li>
Amazon.com has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44.
</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>
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 the company's assets and sales highly. In terms of ROE, Amazon.com's performance is lower than its industry peers, reflecting less efficient use of shareholder equity. However, the high EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth signify strong operational and financial performance relative to competitors in the industry.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Markets

Market Analysis: Amazon.com And Competitors In Broadline Retail Industry

A May filing shows that Representative Thomas Kean reported a purchase in Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), valued between $9,009 and $135,000. The transaction date is listed as May 15, 2025, with the report published on May 15, 2025.
At present, Amazon.com shares are trading down 0.23% at $204.7.
<h3>Representative's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
In the last three years, Thomas Kean completed 90 stock transactions totaling more than $356 thousand. Aon and Johnson &amp; Johnson stocks were among the largest trades. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>): $15,001 - $50,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Franklin Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEN#NYSE">BEN</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of Thomas Kean's recent trades:
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<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
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<td>Franklin Resources</td>
<td>BEN</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-04-28</td>
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<tr>
<td>Amazon.com</td>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-04-24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices</td>
<td>ADI</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-04-24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fiserv</td>
<td>FI</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-04-24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Prologis</td>
<td>PLD</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-04-24</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on Thomas Kean's trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/thomas-kean">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<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.

Government

Recent Filing Shows That Rep. Thomas Kean Bought Over $9K Worth of Amazon.com Stock

The Trump administration has intensified its critique of Europe&#8217;s digital regulations, asserting that they pose a risk to free speech and American commercial interests.
What Happened: The State Department is spearheading the initiative, seeking instances of European government efforts to curtail freedom of speech. The focus is on the European Union&#8217;s legislation that outlines standards for tech giants like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) to regulate online content, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-administration-targets-europes-digital-laws-as-a-threat-to-basic-rights-and-u-s-business-20db1016">reported</a> The Wall Street Journal.
The U.S. is resolved to break down the &#8220;global censorship-industrial complex,&#8221; as stated in a State Department communication. This dispute over Europe&#8217;s digital policies happens amid strained trans-Atlantic relations due to Trump&#8217;s tariffs and his engagement with Russia.
The EU&#8217;s Digital Services Act (DSA), adopted in 2022, is central to this initiative. The DSA requires digital platforms to show their efforts in tackling risks such as&nbsp;the dissemination of illegal content&nbsp;and election manipulation through disinformation. Trump officials argue that these EU restrictions could potentially impact U.S. content moderation policies and free speech.
EU officials, on the other hand, insist that the DSA, applicable only within the EU, aims to safeguard Europeans&#8217; basic rights and protect children online, without threatening free speech.
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Why It Matters: This development comes in the wake of increasing tensions between the U.S. and the EU over online regulations. The EU and the United Kingdom have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/25/04/44695371/eu-online-crackdown-may-fuel-more-tensions-with-trump-officials">tightened </a>their control over online speech for U.S. social media companies and their citizens, potentially fueling tension with the Trump administration. 
The EU has even considered a $1 billion fine against Elon Musk&#8217;s social media platform, X, for alleged DSA breaches. This ongoing conflict underscores the complex interplay between digital regulations, free speech and international relations.
On the other hand, in February, Vice President JD Vance at the Paris AI Summit had warned Europe against &#8220;authoritarian censorship&#8221; and &#8220;massive regulations.&#8221; Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has criticized non-monetary trade barriers he believes hurt the U.S., prompting his administration to intensify pressure on Europe's digital regulations.
Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VGT#NYSE">VGT</a>) surged 21.23%, while Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) rose 20.91% over the past month. 
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US Slams Europe's Digital Laws, Calls Them A Danger To Free Expression And American Big Tech

Editor&#8217;s Note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct 2-year Treasury bond yield of 3.95%.
U.S. stock futures advanced on Friday after a mixed close on Thursday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading higher in premarket.
The S&amp;P 500 index recorded its fourth day of gains on Thursday after turning positive for the year at the beginning of the week.
Jerome Powell, Federal Reserve Chair, indicated Thursday that the Fed is r<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45439079/powell-signals-fed-may-shift-its-inflation-strategy-after-5-year-economic-shake-up">eassessing its inflation and employment strategies</a>, suggesting potential shifts in policy following a comprehensive review scheduled for 2025. 
"Participants have indicated that they thought it would be appropriate to reconsider the language around [labor market] shortfalls," Powell said, referring to how the Fed talks about employment in its official strategy.
Nasdaq dropped after continued positive momentum from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45462404/trump-unveils-over-200-billion-worth-of-deals-with-uae-including-major-etihad-airways-commitment">partnerships with the Middle East</a> during the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum. 
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.40% and the two-year bond was at 3.95%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 91.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting.
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<tr>
<td>Futures</td>
<td>Change (+/-)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>0.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>0.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.14% to $591.31, while the QQQ advanced 0.16% to $520.06, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Led by strong gains in utilities, consumer staples, and real estate, most sectors within the S&amp;P 500 finished Thursday in positive territory, contributing to the index&#8217;s fourth consecutive session of gains.
However, consumer discretionary and communication services stocks diverged from the broader market, ending the day lower.
Overall, the S&amp;P 500 has climbed approximately 4.5% week-to-date, followed by a roughly 2.6% increase for the Dow and a significant 6.6% rise for the Nasdaq.
Notably, tech giants like Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) have seen substantial weekly gains of around 15% each, with Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) also adding around 6% and 7%, respectively.
In other news, Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) reported stronger-than-anticipated first-quarter earnings, while Foot Locker Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FL#NYSE">FL</a>) shares surged around 86% following an agreement for acquisition by DICK&#8217;s Sporting Goods Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKS#NYSE">DKS</a>).
On the economic front, initial jobless claims remained steady, U.S. retail sales saw a modest 0.1% monthly increase in April, and U.S. producer prices unexpectedly declined by 0.5% in April.
The Dow Jones index advanced 272 points or 0.65% to 42,322.75, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index rose 0.41% to 5,916.93. Nasdaq Composite ended 0.18% lower at 19,112.32, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, ended 0.52% higher at 2,094.69.
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<td>Performance (+/-)</td>
<td>Value</td>
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<tr>
<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>-0.18%</td>
<td>19,112.32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.41%</td>
<td>5,916.93</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>0.65%</td>
<td>42,322.75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>0.52%</td>
<td>2,094.69</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Insights From Analysts:
Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research said in his QuickTakes note that Fed Chair Powell &#8220;poked a stick&#8221; at the White House following his speech on Thursday.
Yardeni pointed out that Powell implied that the bond yields might stay elevated as a result of more frequent &#8220;supply shocks,&#8221; like tariffs.
&#8220;Higher real rates may also reflect the possibility that inflation could be more volatile going forward than in the inter-crisis period of the 2010s,&#8221; Powell said in prepared remarks for the Thomas Laubach Research Conference in Washington, D.C.
Yardeni said, &#8220;Sounds like Powell is expecting more frequent bouts of stagflation, which was associated with supply shocks in the past.&#8221;
&#8220;The stock and bond markets didn&#8217;t react much to the speech partly because today&#8217;s batch of indicators were mostly ambiguous about the near-term prospects for stagflation,&#8221; he added.
As the PPI declined in April, Louis Navellier of Navellier &amp; Associates said, &#8220;The PPI demonstrated that despite recent trade chaos, wholesale prices are falling from lackluster economic activity and surplus goods that have been &#8216;dumped&#8217; in the U.S.&#8221;
Meanwhile, commenting on the declining PPI, Jamie Cox, the managing partner at Harris Financial Group, added, &#8220;If you are in the stagflation camp, these data aren't confirming your thesis. While growth is slowing, disinflation remains intact.&#8221;
Speaking about the S&amp;P 500 earnings so far, Navellier said, &#8220;Now that 90% of the companies in the S&amp;P 500 have announced their first quarter results, earnings are running at an 11.2% annual pace, which represents the seventh straight quarter of improving earnings growth.&#8221;
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Friday:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>April&#8217;s import price index, housing starts, and building permit data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The preliminary consumer sentiment for May will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLO#NYSE">FLO</a>) fell 2.17% in premarket on Friday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 38 cents per share on revenue of $1.60 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Brady Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRC#NYSE">BRC</a>) rose 1.77% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings before the opening bell. It is expected to post earnings of $1.22 per share on revenue of $386.81 million.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>RBC Bearings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBC#NYSE">RBC</a>) declined 0.56% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $2.70 per share on revenue of $440.26 million, before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTWO#NASDAQ">TTWO</a>) fell 3.59% after the company guided for its first quarter net bookings to be in a range of $1.25 billion to $1.30 billion and full fiscal-year net bookings to be in a range of $5.90 billion to $6.00 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Applied Materials Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>) dropped 6.19% after a mixed second quarter. The earnings per share were better than expected, while sales missed estimates.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>WeRide Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRD#NASDAQ">WRD</a>) was up 2.85% after launching a fully driverless robotaxi trial operation in Abu Dhabi.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Vistra Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) jumped 5.41% after acquiring natural gas assets worth $1.9 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) was 0.07% below flatline after the report of a delayed rollout for its AI model update.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Incannex Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IXHL#NASDAQ">IXHL</a>) zoomed 68.98% after it finished administering doses to patients in the Phase 2 segment of its trial for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).</li>
</ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Origin Materials Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORGN#NASDAQ">ORGN</a>) slumped 30.80% after the company reported a year-over-year decrease in first-quarter financial results and cut its FY26 sales guidance below estimates.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 0.19% to hover around $61.50 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar fell 0.96% to hover around $3,208.84 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.19% at the 100.6880 level.
Asian markets ended lower on Friday except South Korea's Kospi and Australia's ASX 200 index. Japan's Nikkei 225, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, and China&#8217;s CSI 300 indices declined. European markets were higher in early trade.
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Wall Street Poised To Open Higher After S&P 500's 4-Day Run: 'Sounds Like Powell Is Expecting More Frequent Bouts Of Stagflation,' Cautions Expert (CORRECTED)

As ValueAct Holdings, LP. buys a fresh stake in Rocket Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>), Andrew Left&#8216;s Citron Research endorses the move, calling the investment a &#8220;multi-year story.&#8221;
What Happened: The co-CEO and CIO of ValueAct, Mason Morfit, added 6.728 million shares worth $81.213 million to its portfolio during the first quarter, according to its 13F filings.
The company represented 1.8% of ValueAct&#8217;s total holdings as of the first quarter.
However, Rocket&#8217;s recent SEC filing dated May 15 showed that ValueAct held 15.125 million shares in the company, representing 9.9% of the total stake.
Citron Research cited this in an X post and lauded the co-CEO, Morfit, for being the &#8220;most strategic, long-term thinkers&#8221; and stating that he is one of the minds who reshaped Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) from the boardroom. 
&#8220;When someone like that sees $RKT as a compounder, it's not about quarterly noise—it's the start of a multi-year story,&#8221; said Citron&#8217;s post.
Highlighting Morfit&#8217;s comments, it added, &#8220;The CEO called Rocket a &#8216;sleeping giant&#8217; in its &#8216;early innings&#8217; yesterday,&#8221; the post added.
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&mdash; Citron Research (@CitronResearch) <a href="https://twitter.com/CitronResearch/status/1923119403777786252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/05/45399940/warren-buffett-shows-how-patience-pays-98-of-his-160-billion-wealth-came-after-turning-65-thanks-the-power-of-compound-interest">Warren Buffett Shows How Patience Pays: 98% Of His $160 Billion Wealth Came After Turning 65, Thanks The Power Of &#8216;Compound Interest&#8217;</a>
Why It Matters: Apart from Rocket Companies, ValueAct&#8217;s 13F filings showed 13 more companies that the firm held a stake in, after the first quarter. Here is a list of all its holdings.
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<td>Holdings As Of Q1</td>
<td>Stake</td>
<td>Value (In Million)</td>
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<td>Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>)</td>
<td>17%</td>
<td>$777.84</td>
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<td>Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>)</td>
<td>14%</td>
<td>$648.07</td>
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<td>Insight Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSIT#NASDAQ">NSIT</a>)</td>
<td>13%</td>
<td>$609.22</td>
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<td>Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</td>
<td>13%</td>
<td>$584.93</td>
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<td>Roblox Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>)</td>
<td>11%</td>
<td>$510.91</td>
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<td>Visa Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>)</td>
<td>10%</td>
<td>$460.14</td>
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<td>Liberty Media Corp. Series C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLYVK#NASDAQ">LLYVK</a>)</td>
<td>5.80%</td>
<td>$266.01</td>
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<td>Expedia Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>)</td>
<td>4.10%</td>
<td>$187.79</td>
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<td>Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYV#NYSE">LYV</a>)</td>
<td>2.50%</td>
<td>$115.60</td>
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<td>Liberty Media Corp. Series A (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLYVA#NASDAQ">LLYVA</a>)</td>
<td>2.40%</td>
<td>$111.53</td>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td>2.30%</td>
<td>$107.14</td>
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<td>Toast Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOST#NYSE">TOST</a>)</td>
<td>1.90%</td>
<td>$86.15</td>
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<td>Rocket Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>)</td>
<td>1.80%</td>
<td>$81.21</td>
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<td>Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>)</td>
<td>0.80%</td>
<td>$34.98</td>
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Price Action: Shares of RKT rose 1.35% on Thursday. The stock was up 17.70% on a year-to-date basis, but 8% lower over a year. It was trading nearly 6% higher during the premarket session on Friday.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings shows that RKT had a stronger price trend over the short and the medium term but a weaker trend over the long term. Its momentum ranking was moderate at the 37.21th percentile. You can check the details of other metrics <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">over here</a>. 
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.24% to $591.85, while the QQQ advanced 0.24% to $520.50, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
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Market Summary

Broad U.S. Equity ETFs

Futures

EXPE

LLYVA

LLYVK

NSIT

RBLX

TOST

Rocket Companies Soars 6% In Friday Premarket As Activist Investor ValueAct Reveals New Position, Calls RKT A 'Sleeping Giant' In Early Innings

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Thursday.
U.S. stocks settled mixed on Thursday, with the S&amp;P 500 recording gains for the fourth straight session. Week to date, the S&amp;P 500 gained around 4.5%, while the Dow added around 2.6%. The Nasdaq has added around 6.6% during the period.
Tech giants have also recorded sharp gains during the week, with Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) adding around 15% each. Shares of Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) gained around 6%, while Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) jumped 7% week-to-date.
Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter on Thursday. Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FL#NYSE">FL</a>) shares jumped around 86% on Thursday after DICK's Sporting Goods agreed to acquire the company.
On the economic data front, initial jobless claims came in unchanged from the previous week at 229,000 during the week ending May 10. U.S. retail sales increased by 0.1% month-over-month in April compared to a revised 1.7% gain in March. U.S. producer prices declined by 0.5% in April compared to a revised flat reading in the previous month and versus market estimates of a 0.2% gain.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a positive note, with utilities, consumer staples and real estate stocks recording biggest gains on Thursday. However, consumer discretionary and communication services stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session lower.
The Dow Jones closed higher by around 272 points to 42,322.75 on Thursday. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.41% to 5,916.93, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.18% at 19,112.32 during Thursday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLO#NYSE">FLO</a>), Brady Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRC#NYSE">BRC</a>) and RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBC#NYSE">RBC</a>) today.
At a current reading of 68.9, the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Thursday, versus a prior reading of 70.4.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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Earnings

Pre-Market Outlook

S&P 500 Settles Higher For Fourth Session Amid Surge In Tech Stocks: Investor Sentiment Slips, But Fear Index Stays In 'Greed' Zone

Options activities show a sudden burst in bearish sentiment in the markets, particularly among large-cap tech stocks, following $33 million worth of put options being purchased.
What Happened: On Thursday, popular newsletter The Kobeissi Letter shared a chart on X, showing rising put option volumes among the &#8220;Magnificent 7&#8221; stocks, which comprise high-performing and influential U.S.-listed equities.
According to the X post, put volumes started to surge around 2 p.m. ET, ultimately reaching $33 million in total purchases before the closing bell. It marked the first time this week that bearish contracts outpaced bullish calls across the group.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45459318/chuck-schumer-blasts-trump-for-backing-ai-chip-sales-to-saudi-arabia-uae-warns-deal-risks-us-tech-secrets-falling-into-chinas-hands">Chuck Schumer Blasts Trump For Backing AI Chip Sales To Saudi Arabia, UAE: &#8216;This Deal Could Very Well Be Dangerous&#8217;</a>
&#8220;Options activity continues to be very telling,&#8221; the post says, highlighting how the late-day rotation into puts could reflect increased caution after a strong year-to-date run for most of the Magnificent 7, which have a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports-betting/24/12/42378468/if-you-like-big-tech-youll-love-this-etf-that-lets-you-invest-in-microsoft-nvidia-and-appl">combined market cap</a> of over $16.3 trillion.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Put volumes are surging: Magnificent 7 stocks saw massive put activity beginning at 2 PM ET today. Heading into the close, there were $33 million of Magnificent 7 puts purchased. For the first time this week, puts have outpaced calls in these tech stocks. Options activity… <a href="https://t.co/3TaR4DL1QD">pic.twitter.com/3TaR4DL1QD</a>
&mdash; The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) <a href="https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1923113500483912118?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: These stocks have added $3.57 to their market caps since <a href="https://benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45414023/magnificent-seven-add-36-trillion-since-april-lows-is-this-rally-just-beginning">their April lows</a>, with $1.2 trillion in gains coming within just two days of the trade de-escalations with China early this week. 
The group witnessed steep pullbacks following President Donald Trump&#8217;s Liberation Day tariffs, owing to their global scale and operations. Even after the pause was announced, the <a href="https://benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44916598/tariff-pause-fizzles-mag-7-stocks-slide-back-to-pre-pause-lows">stocks slipped back</a> to their pre-pause lows last month, as turbulent market conditions and uncertainties continued to persist.
While most stocks in this group still remain in the red year-to-date, they&#8217;ve recovered significantly over the past week, with the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#BATS">MAGS</a>), which tracks this grouping, rallying 21.90% over the past month.
The rising put option volumes could be in response to the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45435170/jim-cramer-says-this-will-hurt-apple-president-trump-making-it-tough">fresh set of uncertainties</a> surrounding trade and tariffs by the current U.S. Administration. For instance, on Thursday, it was revealed that Trump is pressuring Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop iPhone production in India and bring manufacturing back to the United States instead.
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Year-To-Date Returns</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-13.24%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-6.83</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-13.29%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+8.25%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-2.52%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+7.45%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-9.61%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#BATS">MAGS</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-3.71%</td>
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Price Action: The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF was down 1.14% on Thursday, and another 0.11% after hours.
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The ETF scores in the 82nd percentile according to Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Let&#8217;s see</a> how it compares with constituent holdings such as Apple and Microsoft.
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Options

MAGS

Wall Street Getting Nervous? Magnificent 7 Giants Face $33M Bet Against Them As Market Turbulence Looms

13F Shows Third Point Cut Stake In Amazon.com Inc To 2.35M Shares (From 3.45M)

<a href="https://www.commerce.gov/news/press-releases/2025/05/uae/us-framework-advanced-technology-cooperation" title="https://www.commerce.gov/news/press-releases/2025/05/uae/us-framework-advanced-technology-cooperation">https://www.commerce.gov/news/press-releases/2025/05/uae/us-framework-advanced-technology-cooperation</a>

Global

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$83.2K</td>
<td>13.7K</td>
<td>96.5K</td>
</tr>
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<td>ETSY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$50.8K</td>
<td>10.3K</td>
<td>11.8K</td>
</tr>
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<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$32.3K</td>
<td>10.2K</td>
<td>345</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$247.50</td>
<td>$43.6K</td>
<td>91</td>
<td>273</td>
</tr>
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<td>YETI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$64.6K</td>
<td>953</td>
<td>235</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$25.4K</td>
<td>461</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
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<td>MELI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2600.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>129</td>
<td>21</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 95 contract(s) at a $340.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $83.2K, with a price of $880.0 per contract. There were 13708 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 96559 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ETSY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETSY#NASDAQ">ETSY</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 64 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 254 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.8K, with a price of $200.0 per contract. There were 10346 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 11803 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 64 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 23 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.3K, with a price of $1405.0 per contract. There were 10298 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 345 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 96 contract(s) at a $247.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.6K, with a price of $455.0 per contract. There were 91 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 273 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding YETI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YETI#NYSE">YETI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 132 contract(s) at a $27.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 25 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.6K, with a price of $490.0 per contract. There were 953 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 235 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 309 day(s) on March 20, 2026. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.4K, with a price of $510.0 per contract. There were 461 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 50 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MELI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 3 contract(s) at a $2600.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $10000.0 per contract. There were 129 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 21 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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In the ever-changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, conducting thorough company analysis is crucial for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and its primary competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, our aim is to provide valuable insights for 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>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>34.24</td>
<td>7.30</td>
<td>3.48</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>19.38</td>
<td>2.30</td>
<td>2.40</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>7.61%</td>
</tr>
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<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>11.27</td>
<td>3.88</td>
<td>3.22</td>
<td>9.28%</td>
<td>$32.41</td>
<td>$62.81</td>
<td>24.45%</td>
</tr>
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<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>63.08</td>
<td>25.98</td>
<td>5.81</td>
<td>10.56%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>36.97%</td>
</tr>
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<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>8.73</td>
<td>1.58</td>
<td>0.33</td>
<td>4.21%</td>
<td>$12.54</td>
<td>$53.12</td>
<td>13.37%</td>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>192.21</td>
<td>11.18</td>
<td>1.59</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>11.16%</td>
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<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.62</td>
<td>6.44</td>
<td>3.29</td>
<td>9.95%</td>
<td>$0.77</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>1.13%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>7.46</td>
<td>1.38</td>
<td>0.53</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$3.29</td>
<td>$7.63</td>
<td>-4.18%</td>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>35.16</td>
<td>4.11</td>
<td>3.09</td>
<td>4.14%</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>2.79%</td>
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<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>10.51</td>
<td>3.38</td>
<td>0.95</td>
<td>11.4%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>-4.97%</td>
</tr>
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<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>17.09</td>
<td>4.27</td>
<td>2.63</td>
<td>8.12%</td>
<td>$0.99</td>
<td>$2.22</td>
<td>22.68%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>14.13</td>
<td>3.61</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>15.61%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>-2.17%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>5.85</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$3.02</td>
<td>-4.39%</td>
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<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>68.36</td>
<td>3.64</td>
<td>1.02</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>8.28</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>-9.39%</td>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>68.50</td>
<td>9.33</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>-25.78%</td>
<td>$-0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>-8.51%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>36.44</td>
<td>5.47</td>
<td>1.71</td>
<td>4.62%</td>
<td>$7.48</td>
<td>$17.21</td>
<td>6.07%</td>
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 </style>After a detailed analysis of Amazon.com, the following trends become apparent: 
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A Price to Earnings ratio of 34.24 significantly below the industry average by 0.94x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
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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 7.3 which exceeds the industry average by 1.33x.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.48, which is 2.04x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.79%, which is 1.17% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
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With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.48 Billion, which is 4.88x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
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The gross profit of $78.69 Billion is 4.57x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
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The company's revenue growth of 8.62% exceeds the industry average of 6.07%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio assesses the extent to which a company relies on borrowed funds compared 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:
<ul>
<li>
When considering the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com exhibits a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company has a favorable balance between debt and equity, with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44, which can be perceived as a positive aspect by investors.
</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. Amazon.com's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth outperform 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.

Comparative Study: Amazon.com And Industry Competitors In Broadline Retail Industry

An official report on May 14, 2025 reveals Representative Julie Johnson's recent sale of Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) stock, valued between $223,139 and $2,295,000. The transaction took place on May 14, 2025, as per the May filing.
At this time, Amazon.com shares are trading down 3.06% at $203.82.
<h3>Representative's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
Over the previous three years, Julie Johnson conducted 119 trades, totaling more than $133 thousand. The largest of these were in Tesla and ALLETE stock. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Capital One Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Accenture (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
<li>Cigna Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of Julie Johnson's most recent trades:
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<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
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<td>Capital One Finl</td>
<td>COF</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-03-21</td>
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<td>Accenture</td>
<td>ACN</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-03-19</td>
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<td>Cigna Group</td>
<td>CI</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-03-19</td>
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<td>Accenture</td>
<td>ACN</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-03-14</td>
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<td>3M</td>
<td>MMM</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-03-12</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on Julie Johnson's trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/julie-johnson">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<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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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
02:20 PMMay 13, 2025	PUT	$210.00	Sep 19, 2025	123	1656	1500	45	3644	TRADE	NEUTRAL
10:35 AMMay 13, 2025	CALL	$220.00	Jun 18, 2026	395	287	200	4	6991	TRADE	BEARISH
10:27 AMMay 13, 2025	CALL	$120.00	May 16, 2025	-3	911	100	26	3511	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
09:56 AMMay 13, 2025	CALL	$210.00	Aug 15, 2025	88	236	420	3	7483	SWEEP	BULLISH
10:27 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$200.00	May 16, 2025	-3	17545	654	48	36302	SWEEP	BEARISH
10:11 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$205.00	May 16, 2025	-3	10907	1422	39	27636	SWEEP	BULLISH
10:11 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$195.00	May 16, 2025	-3	11643	1422	41	28510	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
10:11 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$195.00	May 16, 2025	-3	9906	394	35	28510	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
10:10 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$210.00	May 16, 2025	-3	32490	6855	90	36147	TRADE	NEUTRAL
09:34 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$200.00	May 16, 2025	-3	9007	1161	25	36302	SWEEP	BULLISH
09:34 AMMay 12, 2025	CALL	$200.00	May 16, 2025	-3	9007	1161	25	36302	SWEEP	BULLISH
10:47 AMMay 09, 2025	CALL	$190.00	Jun 20, 2025	32	731	730	4	20654	SWEEP	BULLISH
10:57 AMMay 08, 2025	PUT	$300.00	Dec 19, 2025	214	450	50	Infinity	0	TRADE	NEUTRAL
10:57 AMMay 08, 2025	PUT	$300.00	Dec 19, 2025	214	400	50	Infinity	0	TRADE	NEUTRAL
10:56 AMMay 08, 2025	PUT	$300.00	Dec 19, 2025	214	350	50	Infinity	0	TRADE	NEUTRAL
11:12 AMMay 06, 2025	CALL	$205.00	Jul 18, 2025	60	1479	1350	13	11569	TRADE	BULLISH