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AppLovin Corp is a mobile app technology company. It focuses on growing the mobile app ecosystem by enabling the success of mobile app developers. The company's software solutions provide tools for mobile app developers to grow their businesses by automating and optimizing the marketing and monetization of their applications.

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이들 11개 대형주들은 지난 주 최악의 성과를 거두었다. 그것들이 당신의 포트폴리오에 있나요? 1. 몽고DB(NASDAQ:MDB)의 주식은 회사가 3분기 실적을 발표하고 애널리스트들이 가격 전망을 수정한 후 22.19% 하락했다.

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이들 11개 대형주는 지난주 최고의 성과를 거두었다. 그것들이 당신의 포트폴리오에 있나요? 1. 크레도 테크놀로지 그룹 홀딩(NASDAQ:CRDO) 주식은 2분기 실적 발표 후 주가가 51.61% 급등하였으며, 여러 회사들이 주식에 대한 가격 예측을 상향 조정했다.

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AppLovin shares are trading higher after Loop Capital maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $385 to $450.

Loop Capital analyst Rob Sanderson maintains AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $385 to $450.

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Loop Capital Maintains Buy on AppLovin, Raises Price Target to $450

These eleven large-cap stocks were the worst performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Applovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) shares dived 19.19%.</li>
<li>CAVA Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>) shares fell 17.78%. A director <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/cava/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recently disclosed share sales</a>.</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) stock plummeted 17.03% despite CEO Charles Liang&#8217;s reassurances that the company&#8217;s stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42432508" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">would not be delisted from Nasdaq</a>.</li>
<li>FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) shares decreased 16.16%.</li>
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<li>Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOL#NYSE">TOL</a>) fell 13.14% after reporting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42418066" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter results</a>. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/tol/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecast</a> on the stock.</li>
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Super Micro Computer, Adobe And Nucor Are Among Top Large Cap Losers Last Week (December 9-13): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Ritholtz Wealth Management&#8217;s Josh Brown created a new index that tracks the most popular stocks in some of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/24/12/42465585/spotlight-on-soundhound-ai-analyzing-the-surge-in-options-activity">hottest themes of the market</a>.
What To Know: Last Tuesday on "<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-compound-and-friends/id1456467014?i=1000679133042" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Compound &amp; Friends</a>" podcast, Brown set the stage for unveiling the &#8220;Degen Dow.&#8221;
&#8220;I think that if we were to make a list of the biggest themes of 2024, one of those themes would have been degeneracy,&#8221; Brown said. 
It&#8217;s tough to say precisely how the word &#8220;degen&#8221; came to be, but some believe it originates from the term &#8220;degenerate gambler&#8221; in sports betting and gambling culture, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/stocks/degen-stock-crypto-trading-market-trend-69d12a56">according</a> to The Wall Street Journal.
It&#8217;s also used by crypto traders and meme-stock traders who often make risky short-term bets based on momentum and steer clear of traditional ways of assessing investments. 
Brown put together a list of the top stocks used as trading vehicles by &#8220;degen&#8221; traders using platforms such as Robinhood, Stocktwits and Reddit&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/wallstreetbets">WallStreetBets</a>. The list includes high beta Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)-related names, gaming and gambling companies, AI names, space theme plays, Cathie Wood favorites and president-elect Donald Trump-related stocks.
&#8220;All the major degen food groups are represented,&#8221; Brown said. 
Here&#8217;s a look at all of the stocks that made it into the &#8220;Degen Dow.&#8221;
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<li>Archer Aviation Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACHR#NYSE">ACHR</a>)</li>
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<li>Applovin Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>)</li>
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<li>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>)</li>
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<li>NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</li>
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<li>Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</li>
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<li>Roblox Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>)</li>
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<li>Reddit, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>)</li>
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<li>Riot Platforms, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>)</li>
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<li>Rivian Automotive, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>)</li>
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<li>Rocket Lab USA, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>)</li>
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<li>Rumble Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUM#NASDAQ">RUM</a>)</li>
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<li>Super Micro Computer Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>)</li>
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<li>SoFi Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>)</li>
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<li>SoundHound AI, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>)</li>
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<li>Tesla, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</li>
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<li>Unity Software Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>)</li>
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<li>Vistra Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>)</li>
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Why It Matters: Brown equal-weighted the basket of stocks in the index to track performance. The index actually declined more than 80% from the highs in late 2021, but it has formed a base and appears to be breaking out to the upside with gains of nearly 50% since the start of the year. 
&#8220;Look how it&#8217;s like turning up &#8230; this thing is ripping into year-end,&#8221; Brown said, to which his co-host Michael Batnick replied, &#8220;I want to get long.&#8221;
Brown noted Nvidia and Reddit are the only two names on the list he currently owns.
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Josh Brown Unveils The 'Degen Dow,' A Basket Of 30 Retail Darlings Spanning All 'Major Degen Food Groups'

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 often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
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<tr>
<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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<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$38.6K</td>
<td>112.3K</td>
<td>35.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIOT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$29.8K</td>
<td>27.1K</td>
<td>29.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$85.3K</td>
<td>10.4K</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$61.3K</td>
<td>33.9K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$129.00</td>
<td>$29.4K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$42.9K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$237.7K</td>
<td>8.1K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IONQ</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$57.5K</td>
<td>574</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RGTI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$27.9K</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$1.7 million</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>950</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 210 contract(s) at a $140.00 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 $38.6K, with a price of $184.0 per contract. There were 112311 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 35549 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RIOT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 190 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 116 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.8K, with a price of $259.0 per contract. There were 27100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 29579 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AVGO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. This event was a transfer of 316 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $85.3K, with a price of $270.0 per contract. There were 10408 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7243 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $450.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 29 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.3K, with a price of $767.0 per contract. There were 33973 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5331 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $129.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.4K, with a price of $147.0 per contract. There were 4062 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5078 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. This event was a transfer of 44 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.9K, with a price of $975.0 per contract. There were 9072 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4439 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 71 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 450 contract(s) at a $260.00 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 $237.7K, with a price of $528.0 per contract. There were 8117 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4066 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding IONQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $31.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.5K, with a price of $115.0 per contract. There were 574 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1411 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RGTI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 499 contract(s) at a $13.00 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 $27.9K, with a price of $56.0 per contract. There were 6081 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1391 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding APP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 99 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 600 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $1.7 million, with a price of $2920.0 per contract. There were 1985 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 950 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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10 Information Technology Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on AppLovin. Our analysis of options history for AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) revealed 56 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 28% of traders were bullish, while 55% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 23 were puts, with a value of $1,701,500, and 33 were calls, valued at $6,161,591.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $230.0 to $610.0 for AppLovin over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for AppLovin options trades today is 470.8 with a total volume of 8,176.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for AppLovin's big money trades within a strike price range of $230.0 to $610.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>AppLovin Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734024747_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$30.2</td>
<td>$29.4</td>
<td>$29.2</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$1.7M</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">950</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$24.1</td>
<td>$24.1</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$964.0K</td>
<td>595</td>
<td align="right">404</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$30.4</td>
<td>$28.6</td>
<td>$30.0</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$825.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$23.4</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$534.3K</td>
<td>595</td>
<td align="right">622</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$31.9</td>
<td>$30.0</td>
<td>$30.2</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$288.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">104</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About AppLovin</h3>
AppLovin Corp is a mobile app technology company. It focuses on growing the mobile app ecosystem by enabling the success of mobile app developers. The company's software solutions provide tools for mobile app developers to grow their businesses by automating and optimizing the marketing and monetization of their applications.
In light of the recent options history for AppLovin, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>AppLovin's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,991,800, with APP's price down by -0.5%, positioned at $336.52.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 62 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About AppLovin</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $418.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Oppenheimer continues to hold a Outperform rating for AppLovin, targeting a price of $480. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Buy rating on AppLovin with a target price of $435. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on AppLovin, which currently sits at a price target of $360. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Buy rating on AppLovin, maintaining a target price of $335. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $480. 
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In APP Options

Herald Chen, President &amp; CFO at AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), executed a substantial insider sell on December 11, according to an SEC filing.
What Happened: Chen's decision to sell 171,951 shares of AppLovin was revealed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001751008/000156218024008311//Archives/edgar/data/1751008/000156218024008311/0001562180-24-008311-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The total value of the sale is $59,411,675.
In the Wednesday's morning session, AppLovin's shares are currently trading at $318.46, experiencing a down of 0.81%.
<h3>Get to Know AppLovin Better</h3>
AppLovin Corp is a mobile app technology company. It focuses on growing the mobile app ecosystem by enabling the success of mobile app developers. The company's software solutions provide tools for mobile app developers to grow their businesses by automating and optimizing the marketing and monetization of their applications.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: AppLovin's Finances</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, AppLovin showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 38.64% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Insights into Profitability:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 77.5%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): AppLovin's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 1.29.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: AppLovin's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 3.74. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Valuation Overview:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: AppLovin's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 97.59 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/S ratio of 26.02, AppLovin's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market, particularly in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): The company's EV/EBITDA ratio 56.03 is below the industry average, indicating that it may be relatively undervalued compared to peers.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
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<h3>Uncovering the Importance of Insider Activity</h3>
While insider transactions should not be the sole basis for making investment decisions, they can play a significant role in an investor's decision-making process.
When discussing legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Understanding Crucial Transaction Codes</h3>
Taking a closer look at transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, meticulously cataloged in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A signifies a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Trades

Insider Decision: Herald Chen Offloads $59.41M Worth Of AppLovin Stock

On December 11, a recent SEC filing unveiled that Herald Chen, President &amp; CFO at AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) made an insider sell.
What Happened: Chen opted to sell 400 shares of AppLovin, according to a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001751008/000156218024008312//Archives/edgar/data/1751008/000156218024008312/0001562180-24-008312-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The transaction's total worth stands at $146,464.
In the Wednesday's morning session, AppLovin's shares are currently trading at $318.5, experiencing a down of 0.8%.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind AppLovin</h3>
AppLovin Corp is a mobile app technology company. It focuses on growing the mobile app ecosystem by enabling the success of mobile app developers. The company's software solutions provide tools for mobile app developers to grow their businesses by automating and optimizing the marketing and monetization of their applications.
<h3>AppLovin: A Financial Overview</h3>
Revenue Growth: AppLovin's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 38.64%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Holistic Profitability Examination:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company sets a benchmark with a high gross margin of 77.5%, reflecting superior cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): With an EPS below industry norms, AppLovin exhibits below-average bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 1.29.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 3.74, AppLovin faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: AppLovin's stock is currently priced at a premium level, as reflected in the higher-than-average P/E ratio of 97.59.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 26.02 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): The company's EV/EBITDA ratio of 56.03 trails industry averages, indicating a potential disparity in market valuation that could be advantageous for investors.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
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<h3>The Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Insider transactions are not the sole determinant of investment choices, but they are a factor worth considering.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>The Insider's Guide to Important Transaction Codes</h3>
Navigating through the landscape of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Transaction: Herald Chen Sells $146K Worth Of AppLovin Shares

Oppenheimer analyst Martin Yang reiterates AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $480 price target.

Reiteration

Oppenheimer Reiterates Outperform on AppLovin, Maintains $480 Price Target

THE STOCK ROSE 6.5% FRO THE SIGNAL
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Applovin corp, (APP) today experienced a Power Inflow, a significant event for those who follow where smart money goes and value order flow analytics in their trading decisions.&nbsp;
At 10:36 AM on December 9th, a significant trading signal occurred for Applovin corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) as it demonstrated a Power Inflow at a price of $336.87. This indicator is crucial for traders who want to know directionally where institutions and so-called "smart money" moves in the market. They see the value of utilizing order flow analytics to guide their trading decisions. The Power Inflow points to a possible uptrend in Applovin&#8217;s stock, marking a potential entry point for traders looking to capitalize on the expected upward movement. Traders with this signal closely watch for sustained momentum in Applovin&#8217;s stock price, interpreting this event as a bullish sign.
Signal description
Order flow analytics, aka transaction or market flow analysis, separate and study both the retail and institutional volume rate of orders (flow). It involves analyzing the flow of buy and sell orders, along with size, timing, and other associated characteristics and patterns, to gain insights and make more informed trading decisions. This particular indicator is interpreted as a bullish signal by active traders.&nbsp;
The Power Inflow occurs within the first two hours of the market open and generally signals the trend that helps gauge the stock&#8217;s overall direction, powered by institutional activity in the stock, for the remainder of the day.&nbsp;
By incorporating order flow analytics into their trading strategies, market participants can better interpret market conditions, identify trading opportunities, and potentially improve their trading performance. But let's not forget that while watching smart money flow can provide valuable insights, it is crucial to incorporate effective risk management strategies to protect capital and mitigate potential losses. Employing a consistent and effective risk management plan helps traders navigate the uncertainties of the market in a more controlled and calculated manner, increasing the likelihood of long-term success
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After Market Close UPDATE:
The price at the time of the Power Inflow was $336.87. The returns on the High ($358.72)&nbsp;and Close ($342.53)&nbsp;after the Power Inflow were&nbsp;6.5% and 1.2%, respectively. That is why it is important to have a trading plan that includes Profit Targets and Stop Losses that reflect your risk appetite. 
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TradePulse Power Inflow Alert: Applovin (APP) Receives Alert After Dropping Early, Then Rises Over 20 Points

U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Dow futures gaining around 0.1% on Monday.
Shares of BioAge Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIOA#NASDAQ">BIOA</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company announced discontinuation of STRIDES Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Azelaprag in combination with Tirzepatide <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BIOA/news">for the treatment of obesity.</a>
BioAge Labs shares tumbled 68.6% to $6.30 in the pre-market trading session.
Here are some other stocks moving lower in pre-market trading.
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<li>Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSBD#NASDAQ">PSBD</a>) shares tumbled 18.3% to $13.00 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Bicara Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCAX#NASDAQ">BCAX</a>) fell 14.7% to $18.00 in pre-market trading after gaining 8% on Friday.</li>
<li>ZJK Industrial Co Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZJK#NASDAQ">ZJK</a>) fell 10.9% to $12.55 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Heritage Commerce Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTBK#NASDAQ">HTBK</a>) declined 9.7% to $9.50 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Bel Fuse Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BELFB#NASDAQ">BELFB</a>) declined 7.1% to $78.00 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Riot Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>) fell 6.7% to $12.08 in pre-market trading. Riot Platforms announced a proposed private offering of $500 million of convertible senior notes.</li>
<li>ZimVie Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIMV#NASDAQ">ZIMV</a>) fell 6.5% to $13.03 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) declined 5.8% to $378.00 in pre-market trading after gaining around 6% on Friday.</li>
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<li>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRDO#NASDAQ">CRDO</a>) shares jumped 51.61% after the company reported second-quarter results, and multiple firms raised their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42298407" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) stock escalated 34.59% last week. An internal investigation led by its Special Committee found "no evidence of misconduct or fraud" <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42367077" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">involving management or the board</a>.</li>
<li>DocuSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) shares rose 34.26% after the company reported third-quarter results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42352653" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">issued better-than-expected guidance</a>. Several analysts raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/docu/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their price forecasts for the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Rubrik, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) stock rocketed 27.17% after reporting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42353379" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">better-than-expected third-quarter results</a>. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/rbrk/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">raised the price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) climbed 24.62% after reporting better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42367217" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts boosted the price forecast</a> on the stock.</li>
<li>Pure Storage, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>) stock grew 22.51% after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42303442" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter guidance</a>. Several analysts raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pstg/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) shares surged 22.46%  after the company reported upbeat earnings for the third quarter and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42321281" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> analysts boosted the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROKU#NASDAQ">ROKU</a>) stock rose 21.86% last week on analyst commentary from Needham, which maintained a "Buy" rating and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42325582" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reiterated the $100 price target</a>.</li>
<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) stock upped 21.33% last week.</li>
<li>American Airlines Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) shares increased 19.83% after it reported better-than-expected fourth <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42345395" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">quarter and full-year outlook</a>.</li>
<li>Applovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) stock jumped 19.23% after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42324175" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">some analysts</a> boosted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/app/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price forecast</a>.</li>
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U.S. stocks were mixed, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining more than 100 points on Friday.
Shares of Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) rose sharply during Friday&#8217;s session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42368761/whats-going-on-with-ulta-beauty-stock-friday">raised its FY24 outlook</a>.
Ulta Beauty reported quarterly earnings of $5.14 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $4.54. Quarterly revenue came in at $2.53 billion, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.5 billion and is an increase over sales of $2.49 billion from the same period last year.
Also, Telsey Advisory Group maintained an Outperform rating on the stock and raised its price target from $450 to $500.
Ulta Beauty shares jumped 10.4% to $433.76 on Friday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>ZJK Industrial Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZJK#NASDAQ">ZJK</a>) shares jumped 52.5% to $15.39.</li>
<li>Asana, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASAN#NYSE">ASAN</a>) jumped 41.6% to $21.89 after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued FY25 guidance above estimates. Also, Piper Sandler and Baird raised their respective price targets on the stock.</li>
<li>Rubrik, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) gained 33.3% to $71.54 after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued fourth-quarter revenue guidance above estimates. Also, Keybanc maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its price target from $57 to $75.</li>
<li>Nano-X Imaging Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNOX#NASDAQ">NNOX</a>) surged 29.5% to $8.08. Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Ross Osborn maintained Nano X Imaging with an Overweight and raised the price target from $11 to $12.</li>
<li>D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>) gained 28.6% to $4.8465.</li>
<li>Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>) surged 25.9% to $4.0050.</li>
<li>DocuSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) gained 25.2% to $104.79 after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued FY25 revenue guidance above estimates.</li>
<li>Serve Robotics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SERV#NASDAQ">SERV</a>) climbed 21.5% to $11.58.</li>
<li>Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAN#NASDAQ">CAN</a>) gained 20.8% to $2.72 after Rosenblatt maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $3 to $4.</li>
<li>Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RXRX#NASDAQ">RXRX</a>) gained 19.8% to $7.90.</li>
<li>Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) rose 18.2% to $407.50 following upbeat quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>Hut 8 Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUT#NASDAQ">HUT</a>) gained 15% to $31.77 after the company provided operational updates for November 2024. The company produced 94 BTC for a total of 9,122 on its balance sheet.</li>
<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) surged 14.7% to $7.94.</li>
<li>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPE#NYSE">HPE</a>) rose 10.8% to $24.00 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>) gained 10.8% to $24.96.</li>
<li>Veeva Systems Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEEV#NYSE">VEEV</a>) gained 10.3% to $255.60 after the company reported a year-over-year increase in third-quarter financial results. Also, Piper Sandler and Needham raised their respective price targets on the stock.</li>
<li>Victoria&#8217;s Secret &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSCO#NYSE">VSCO</a>) jumped 9% to $46.91 following third-quarter results.</li>
<li>Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>) gained 8.7% to $53.62.</li>
<li>AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) gained 7.7% to $408.34 after Macquarie maintained an Outperform rating on the stock and raised its price target from $270 to $450.</li>
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Applovin shares are trading higher after Macquarie maintained an Outperform rating on the stock and raised its price target from $270 to $450.

Macquarie analyst Tim Nollen maintains AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $270 to $450.

Macquarie Maintains Outperform on AppLovin, Raises Price Target to $450

Applovin shares are trading higher after Stifel maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $250 to $435.

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 often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$146.00</td>
<td>$25.4K</td>
<td>30.2K</td>
<td>110.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$96.8K</td>
<td>8.8K</td>
<td>25.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$30.6K</td>
<td>33.8K</td>
<td>12.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$32.1K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RGTI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
<td>$26.0K</td>
<td>13.9K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BTDR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$43.0K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>426</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$796.1K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$53.5K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 6, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $146.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.4K, with a price of $127.0 per contract. There were 30209 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 110052 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 6, 2024. This event was a transfer of 220 contract(s) at a $440.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 20 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $96.8K, with a price of $440.0 per contract. There were 8823 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 25831 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 43 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 990 contract(s) at a $270.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.6K, with a price of $31.0 per contract. There were 33812 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 12443 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 6, 2024. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $1400.0 per contract. There were 5507 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9826 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on December 13, 2024. This event was a transfer of 150 contract(s) at a $26.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.1K, with a price of $214.0 per contract. There were 5512 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4638 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RGTI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 43 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $3.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.0K, with a price of $52.0 per contract. There were 13971 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4031 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BTDR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTDR#NASDAQ">BTDR</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 106 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.0K, with a price of $430.0 per contract. There were 9516 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3705 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SOUN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 179 contract(s) at a $13.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $173.0 per contract. There were 426 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3509 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For APP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 43 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 214 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 20 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $796.1K, with a price of $3720.0 per contract. There were 2147 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2411 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMAT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 78 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $53.5K, with a price of $1070.0 per contract. There were 4686 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1862 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 about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Information Technology Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Stifel analyst David Pang maintains AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $250 to $435.

Stifel Maintains Buy on AppLovin, Raises Price Target to $435

Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Applovin Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), Chewy, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) and RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) each <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cyber-monday">benefitted from Cyber Monday</a>. 
What Happened: Adobe Analytics data indicates that Cyber Monday generated $13.3 billion in U.S. Online sales. It enjoyed 7.3% growth — above Adobe&#8217;s original estimate of 6.1%. This brought total Cyber Five sales (the period running from Black Friday through Cyber Monday) to $41.1 billion. That&#8217;s 8.2% growth versus the original 7% estimate.
Salesforce data indicated less robust 2% growth for Monday and 7% for the week.
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Bank of America Securities analyst Justin Post reiterated a Buy rating on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/ecommerce" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">e-commerce</a> stocks.
Growth was stronger earlier in the week, with some pull forward in demand likely due to &#8220;early discounts being strong enough that many consumers felt comfortable hitting the buy button earlier,&#8221; per Adobe. 
Discounting during Cyber Week averaged 28%, in line with last year&#8217;s, according to Salesforce, with Adobe reporting the deepest discounts in electronics, toys, and apparel.
Reuters highlighted that increased chatbot usage helped customers find discounts, answer queries, and drive a 15% higher conversion rate.
The National Retail Federation reports 124 million customers shopped Online this weekend, down 7.4%, with earlier promotions pulling forward demand.
Post&#8217;s top takeaway is that Cyber Five sales were solid, given the potential for pull-forward in demand on more aggressive sales in October and November and a shortened post-Thanksgiving shopping period.
The analyst noted that Amazon is tracking to meet and beat fourth-quarter retail results, though the quarter still depends on December.
Amazon did not provide sales or GMV data per usual but did disclose that the 12-day period ending on Cyber Monday generated &#8220;record sales and… items sold&#8221;, 60%+ of which were from 3P sellers.
Top categories on Amazon included electronics (Echo Dots &amp; Fire TV Sticks were the best-selling products), toys, and beauty.
While discounting was likely comparable to last year based on Salesforce data, Amazon reported that customers saved &#8220;billions&#8221; and extended deals through Christmas Eve, suggesting consumers are responding to promotions.
Amazon highlighted data from analytics firm Profitero that indicated Amazon&#8217;s prices averaged 14% lower than peers and 5% lower than Walmart Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), possibly driving share for Amazon.
Discounting is always a risk to fourth-quarter margins, but Post noted that a higher 3P mix, delivery speed efficiencies, cost savings from package consolidation, and headcount efficiencies should support margins.
Why It Matters: Cyber Five data suggests consumers are responding positively to Online sales events. Two key questions for the fourth quarter are whether margins are being impacted and whether December volumes see some pressure given the potential pull-forward.
Key themes this year included less concentrated demand, which could increase efficiencies. Consumers and retailers are embracing AI, which could help drive incremental volumes at better margins and shift back to Online after in-store gains in the last two years.
Post reiterated his top eCommerce stocks this holiday. The analyst finds Amazon (price target of $230) positioned to capture share in a shortened holiday window given better delivery speeds, RH (price target of $384) for accelerating sales and housing play, and Chewy (price target of $40) for a multi-quarter estimate revision cycle. He also noted that AppLovin (price target of $375) is well positioned given growing eCommerce exposure.
Price Actions: Amazon stock is up 1.93% at $217.56 at last check Wednesday. Applovin is up 2.11%, Chewy is down 2.94% and RH is down 1.04%.
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In November, Applovin Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41791722/applovin-stock-soars-after-q3-earnings-report-revenue-beat-eps-beat-strong-software-platform-growth" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter revenue</a> of $1.20 billion, up 39%, topping the analyst consensus estimate of $1.13 billion. EPS of $1.25 beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.94.
Despite the strong results, Goldman Sachs analyst Eric Sheridan maintained a Neutral rating on the stock, with a price target of $220.
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Applovin&#8217;s board raised the company&#8217;s share buyback program by $2 billion.&nbsp;
The company expects fourth-quarter revenue of $1.24 billion—$1.26 billion compared to the consensus of $1.25 billion.&nbsp;
Sheridan&#8217;s rating reflects his view that the stock from current levels is potentially volatile on short- and medium-term results. It presents a more balanced risk and reward in a multi-year timeframe.
Sheridan recapitulated his recently hosted investor meeting with AppLovin chief Adam Foroughi, CFO Matt Stumpf, and Head of IR David Hsiao. The analyst flagged the evolution of AXON 2.0 to drive continued growth, strong operating margins, a capital-light model, and longer-term upside optionality by applying generative AI to a creative and faster cadence of developer enhancements.
Like the trends and themes from their third-quarter 2024 earnings call, management highlighted how AXON 2.0 continues to evolve as a neural net and AI platform that can improve the efficiency of its current advertising business. In addition, it demonstrated some early success around the eCommerce opportunity. The last point also aligns with some of the analyst&#8217;s early fourth-quarter advertising industry channel checks.
Despite the management team&#8217;s success in terms of revenue growth (as reflected in its market cap &#8211; shares are up 856% year-to-date), the company continues to emphasize a focus on driving operational execution in a relatively asset-light model while maintaining company culture, cost efficiencies, and returning capital to shareholders.  
While management expressed optimism about the multi-year market opportunity ahead, the key investor debate will likely remain focused on the linearity of the path forward in terms of sequential and year-on-year revenue trajectory as the platform scales, Sheridan said.
Putting aside any such quarterly short-term debates, Sheridan noted that AppLovin was positively exposed to the broader secular growth themes in advertising of AI and machine learning, increased ad budgets, and campaign efficiency.
In the coming quarters, investors are likely to continue to examine operating results for outcomes around the emerging revenue streams (into 2025 and 2026), especially regarding the ramp of the broader commerce opportunity.
On the operating fundamentals, Sheridan remained constructive that AppLovin has a collection of businesses that can produce above-average advertising and marketing industry growth (Sheridan&#8217;s fiscal 2024-2027 revenue CAGR is ~19%) and a strong margin profile in normalized mobile ads and mobile gaming landscape.
Sheridan projected fiscal 2024 revenue of $4.59 billion and EPS of $4.02.
Price Action: APP stock is up 1.3% at $371.32 at last check Wednesday.
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