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CELSIUS HOLDINGS INC

Celsius Holdings

Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.

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Celsius Holdings Inc

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CELH usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 21 extraordinary options activities for Celsius Holdings. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 42% leaning bullish and 52% bearish. Among these notable options, 7 are puts, totaling $435,965, and 14 are calls, amounting to $1,063,655.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $20.0 and $50.0 for Celsius Holdings, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Celsius Holdings's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Celsius Holdings's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $20.0 to $50.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Celsius Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743193832_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>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$284.7K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td align="right">610</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$1.9</td>
<td>$1.78</td>
<td>$1.9</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$171.9K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">909</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$10.65</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.65</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$132.7K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$10.25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$128.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">337</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$93.3K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">308</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
In light of the recent options history for Celsius Holdings, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Celsius Holdings Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 6,374,793, the price of CELH is down -4.69% at $33.5. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 39 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Celsius Holdings</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $58.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Ladenburg Thalmann continues to hold a Neutral rating for Celsius Holdings, targeting a price of $58. 
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In 2023, Obama launched Plezi Nutrition to promote healthier eating for kids, building on her &#8220;Let&#8217;s Move!&#8221; campaign from her White House years.
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Plezi Hydration, translating to&nbsp;&#8220;fun&#8221; in Creole, will be&nbsp;available in three flavors: lemon lime,&nbsp;tropical punch, and&nbsp;orange mango twist. The beverages will be available in California at Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), Albertsons (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>), and Safeway, and nationwide on Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>). Each 16.9-ounce bottle will be priced at $2.29 and contain 70 calories.
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Why It Matters: Functional beverages or healthier drinks are becoming a major part of the health and wellness market. According to NIQ research, innovation is transforming the industry, leading to 258 new product launches last year, featuring unique functions and ingredients.
The sports drink sector is dominated by three major brands: PepsiCo&#8217;s Gatorade (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) with a 61% market share, Coca-Cola&#8217;s Powerade (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) at 14.5%, and BodyArmor at 11.8%, as per Euromonitor International.
The launch of Plezi Hydration comes at a time when the beverage industry is seeing a shift towards healthier options.&nbsp;Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>)&nbsp;is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/44512107/healthy-energy-drinks-celsius-holdings-building-out-the-space">leading the charge</a> in creating a new category of healthy energy drinks. Meanwhile,&nbsp;PepsiCo is reportedly in talks to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44339268/pepsico-reportedly-in-talks-to-acquire-poppi-amid-rising-demand-for-probiotic-drinks">acquire Poppi</a>, a healthier soda brand, indicating a rising demand for healthier beverages. 
Plezi Hydration&#8217;s&nbsp;focus on health and wellness&nbsp;could potentially disrupt the sports drink market, currently dominated by traditional high-sugar drinks.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with CELH, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 22 uncommon options trades for Celsius Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 36% bullish and 59%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $174,851, and 17 are calls, for a total amount of $1,082,399.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $30.0 to $40.0 for Celsius Holdings over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Celsius Holdings's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Celsius Holdings's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $30.0 to $40.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Celsius Holdings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743008525_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>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.05</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$159.6K</td>
<td>20.4K</td>
<td align="right">359</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$9.65</td>
<td>$9.55</td>
<td>$9.55</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$149.9K</td>
<td>232</td>
<td align="right">157</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$94.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td align="right">214</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$84.3K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">327</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$79.5K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td align="right">459</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Celsius Holdings, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Celsius Holdings's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,194,933, the CELH's price is down by -0.26%, now at $35.17. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 41 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $40.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Needham keeps a Buy rating on Celsius Holdings with a target price of $40. 
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<li>RSI Value: 80.7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>CU Price Action: Shares of Compania Cervecerias Unidas gained 2% to close at $15.39 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Edge Stock Ratings: 91.92 Momentum score with Value at 93.51.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Celsius Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On March 3, Celsius Holdings named Eric Hanson as President and COO. The company's stock gained around 25% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CELH">has a 52-week high</a> of $98.85.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 71.8</li>
<li>CELH Price Action: Shares of Celsius Holdings gained 5% to close at $31.90 on Wednesday.</li>
</ul>
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Short Ideas

Pre-Market Outlook

Top 2 Defensive Stocks That May Keep You Up At Night In March

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with CELH, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 20 uncommon options trades for Celsius Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 30% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $358,664, and 14 are calls, for a total amount of $1,027,588.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $20.0 to $45.0 for Celsius Holdings over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Celsius Holdings's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Celsius Holdings's significant trades, within a strike price range of $20.0 to $45.0, over the past month.
<h3>Celsius Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742317239_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$211.5K</td>
<td>33</td>
<td>242</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$192.3K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$9.45</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$186.2K</td>
<td>33</td>
<td>785</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$109.5K</td>
<td>487</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$71.0K</td>
<td>487</td>
<td>128</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Celsius Holdings, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Celsius Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 5,493,054, the price of CELH is up by 0.35%, reaching $30.04.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 49 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Celsius Holdings</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $42.33.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Needham keeps a Buy rating on Celsius Holdings with a target price of $40. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Roth MKM downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $38. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from B. Riley Securities downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $49. 
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Celsius Holdings's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Celsius Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) shares are trading higher Monday likely reacting to news that PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) is acquiring prebiotic soda brand <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/03/44358047/pepsico-bets-big-on-prebiotic-sodas-with-1-95-billion-poppi-acquisition-details">Poppi for $1.95 billion</a>.
What To Know: According to <a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/pepsico-to-acquire-prebiotic-soda-brand-poppi-for-1-95-billion-94b8f773">The Wall Street Journal</a>, PepsiCo's acquisition includes $300 million in anticipated cash tax benefits, lowering the net purchase price to around $1.65 billion. The company also disclosed that the transaction could involve additional earnout payments if Poppi meets certain performance milestones within a set timeframe. Other terms, including the expected closing date, were not disclosed.
"As we look to reorient our portfolio offerings to address white space consumer needs, the Poppi brand's unique intersection with wellness and culture is a perfect addition to our portfolio," said Ram Krishnan, CEO of PepsiCo Beverages U.S.
Unlike probiotic beverages such as kombucha, which introduce new microbes to the gut, prebiotic sodas like Poppi contain dietary fibers that support existing gut bacteria. The brand uses inulin fiber, typically sourced from agave or chicory root.
CELH Price Action: Celsius Holdings shares were up 9.42% at $29.63 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Celsius Holdings Shares Climb As PepsiCo Acquires Prebiotic Soda Brand Poppi: What's Going On?

WIIM

Celsius Holdings shares are trading higher. The stock may be up in reaction to Pepsi's deal to acquire poppi, which could lift other stocks in the beverage sector.

Celsius Holdings's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NYSE">CELH</a>) short percent of float has fallen 14.1% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 33.61 million shares sold short, which is 18.52% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.58 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Celsius Holdings Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741973423_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Celsius Holdings has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Celsius Holdings's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Celsius Holdings's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.63%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Short Sellers

Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Celsius Holdings?

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CELH usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 13 extraordinary options activities for Celsius Holdings. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 46% leaning bullish and 46% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $70,260, and 11 are calls, amounting to $541,190.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $20.0 to $30.0 for Celsius Holdings during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Celsius Holdings's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Celsius Holdings's whale activity within a strike price range from $20.0 to $30.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Celsius Holdings 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741617049_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</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>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$2.71</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$130.5K</td>
<td>9.1K</td>
<td align="right">460</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$6.95</td>
<td>$7.07</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$63.6K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$6.8</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$51.0K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td align="right">92</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$4.98</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$49.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">216</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$2.13</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$48.0K</td>
<td>546</td>
<td align="right">250</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Celsius Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,943,773, the price of CELH is up 4.16% at $28.53. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 57 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Celsius Holdings</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $41.0.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from B. Riley Securities downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $49. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Celsius Holdings, which currently sits at a price target of $37. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Roth MKM downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $38. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Needham keeps a Buy rating on Celsius Holdings with a target price of $40. 
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In CELH Options

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with CELH, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 8 uncommon options trades for Celsius Holdings.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $171,119, and 5 are calls, for a total amount of $884,538.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $15.0 to $32.5 for Celsius Holdings during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Celsius Holdings's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Celsius Holdings's significant trades, within a strike price range of $15.0 to $32.5, over the past month.
<h3>Celsius Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741281366_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.95</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
<td>$1.78</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$712.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$10.3</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$105.0K</td>
<td>676</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$82.2K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$1.58</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$37.6K</td>
<td>8.7K</td>
<td>704</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$9.67</td>
<td>$31.67</td>
<td>$33.7K</td>
<td>536</td>
<td>35</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Celsius Holdings, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Celsius Holdings's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,471,593, the price of CELH is down by -1.75%, reaching $25.32.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 61 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Celsius Holdings</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $41.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Needham persists with their Buy rating on Celsius Holdings, maintaining a target price of $40. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Roth MKM lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $38. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B. Riley Securities has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $49. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Buy rating on Celsius Holdings with a target price of $37. 
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Celsius Holdings Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Management

Celsius Holdings Appoints Eric Hanson As President And COO

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Celsius Holdings. Our analysis of options history for Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) revealed 15 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 53% of traders were bullish, while 46% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $105,280, and 12 were calls, valued at $875,865.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $15.0 to $33.33 for Celsius Holdings during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Celsius Holdings's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Celsius Holdings's whale trades within a strike price range from $15.0 to $33.33 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Celsius Holdings Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740685588_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</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>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$15.85</td>
<td>$14.95</td>
<td>$14.95</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$224.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$13.5</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$13.64</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$202.9K</td>
<td>668</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.22</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$88.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">313</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.15</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.15</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$60.8K</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
<td align="right">260</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CELH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$60.5K</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
<td align="right">360</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Celsius Holdings</h3>
Celsius Holdings plays in the energy drink subsegment of the global nonalcoholic beverage market, with 96% of revenue concentrated in North America. Celsius' products contain natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation, appealing to fitness and active lifestyle enthusiasts. The firm's portfolio includes its namesake Celsius Originals beverages, Celsius Essentials line (containing aminos), and Celsius On-the-Go powder packets. Celsius dedicates its efforts to branding and innovation, while it utilizes third parties for the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of its products. In 2022, Celsius forged a 20-year distribution agreement with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the business.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Celsius Holdings</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 4,480,233, the price of CELH is down by -2.66%, reaching $26.48.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 68 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Celsius Holdings</h3>
A total of 4 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $41.0.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Roth MKM lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $38. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Buy rating on Celsius Holdings, maintaining a target price of $37. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham persists with their Buy rating on Celsius Holdings, maintaining a target price of $40. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B. Riley Securities has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $49. 
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This Is What Whales Are Betting On Celsius Holdings

Needham analyst Gerald Pascarelli maintains Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $38 to $40.

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Needham Maintains Buy on Celsius Holdings, Raises Price Target to $40

Celsius Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) reported better-than-expected <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43868556/celsius-holdings-stock-surges-on-q4-earnings-beat-alani-nu-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter earnings</a> and entered into an agreement to acquire&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b43867287/celsius-holdings-to-acquire-alani-nu-creating-a-leading-better-for-you-functional-lifestyle-platfo" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alani Nutrition</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b43867287/celsius-holdings-to-acquire-alani-nu-creating-a-leading-better-for-you-functional-lifestyle-platfo" rel="noreferrer noopener"> for $1.8 billion</a>.
The following are the analysts reaction to both the events.
Needham analyst Gerald Pascarelli reiterated a Buy rating on the shares and maintained a price forecast of $38.00.
The acquisition of the energy brand Alani Nu represents a revenue multiple of less than 3x for 2024. The transaction will be financed through a combination of $1.275 billion in cash and $500 million in stock (22.5 million shares), along with a potential $25 million earnout tied to 2025 performance, noted the analyst.
Strategically, the acquisition makes sense, as Alani is among the fastest-growing energy brands with significant distribution potential.
This move will offer CELH enhanced growth and scalability. After the acquisition, the combined company will hold a low-to-mid-teens market share in the U.S. energy sector, surpassing the previously difficult-to-achieve double-digit threshold.
Additionally, it will bolster the company&#8217;s appeal to female consumers, an area where CELH has historically had an advantage, given its roughly 50/50 demographic split, noted the analyst.
The analyst is optimistic about the Alani Nu acquisition and the stronger-than-expected earnings and anticipates that CELH shares will see significant rewards.
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B. Riley Securities analyst Jeff Van Sinderen reiterated a Buy rating on the shares and raised the price forecast from $44.00 to $49.00.
CELH reported its fourth-quarter results, surpassing expectations for sales, AEBITDA and EPS. North American sales fell 6%, while international sales rose 39%, partially due to PepsiCo Inc&#8216;s efforts to optimize and balance inventory, said the analyst.
Competition in the energy drink sector remains fierce, with the top two rivals focused on increasing and retaining shelf space and market share amid a tougher consumer environment, the analyst observed.
The start of the first quarter has been slow, but the company is optimistic about retail activations, product innovation, and marketing plans to improve throughout the year.
Celsius aims to attract new customers to the energy category, expand product availability, and boost consumption frequency.
According to the analyst, the acquisition of Alani Nu is expected to close around the second quarter and will increase Celsius&#8217;s market share from approximately 11.8% to 16%.
The analyst views this acquisition positively as it positions the company for further growth and potential higher AEBITDA margins, similar to Monster Beverage&#8217;s high-20% margins in the future. Meanwhile, expanding internationally and continuing innovation in products and marketing will be crucial for the sustained growth of the Celsius brand, per the analyst.
Stifel analyst Mark S. Astrachan reiterated a Buy rating on the shares and maintained a price forecast of $37.00.
Celsius fourth-quarter results, exceeded consensus expectations for both sales and adjusted EBITDA. The company also revealed its acquisition of energy drink rival Alani Nu for $1.8 billion, which equates to a 21x TTM adjusted EBITDA multiple or 12x 2025E adjusted EBITDA, along with $25 million in synergies for the first year, noted the analyst.
The analyst estimates that the deal will boost Celsius&#8217;s sales and adjusted EBITDA by approximately 50% in 2026, assuming $50 million in run-rate synergies and a 28% average adjusted EBITDA growth in 2025-2026, in line with projected sales growth.
In the short term, the analyst is optimistic about the acquisition, as it provides significant upside for Alani&#8217;s sales growth due to enhanced distribution.
Over the long term, the analyst notes Celsius must focus on improving its core sales and market share trends, as integration challenges and the need to sustain strong sales growth and market share momentum, similar to the gains seen in 2024, will be crucial.
Price Action: CELH shares are trading lower by 0.55% at $32.44 in at the last check Monday.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Updates From The Block</h2>
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February's flash S&amp;P Global PMIs released <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/02/43884153/us-services-drop-sharply-darkening-picture-of-high-prices-uncertainty-economist-says">Friday morning </a>revealed a sharp, unexpected drop in services and raised concerns about the health of the private sector.&nbsp;
"The upbeat mood seen among US businesses at the start of the year has evaporated, replaced with a darkening picture of heightened uncertainty, stalling business activity and rising prices," said Chris Williamson, chief business economist at S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence.&nbsp;
Natural gas futures rose another 4.5% Friday to $4.3/MMBtu, hitting a 25-month high as cold weather increased heating demand and disrupted production. The United States Natural Gas Fund LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNG#NYSE">UNG</a>), tracking the daily price movements of natural gas futures contracts, climbed 3.2%.&nbsp;
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) was volatile as crypto markets reacted to a $1.4 billion Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) hack targeting Bybit&#8217;s cold wallet, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43886224/bybit-founder-confirms-1-4-billion-ethereum-hack-blames-masked-transaction">one of the largest</a> security breaches in recent history.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Friday's Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h2>
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1 day % chg.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,753.44</td>
<td>-1.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,069.73</td>
<td>-0.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,739.57</td>
<td>-0.99%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,231.48</td>
<td>-1.34%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Friday's Stock Movers:&nbsp;</h2>
Shares of UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>) slumped nearly 9% after the Wall Street Journal reported the Department of Justice launched an investigation into the company&#8217;s Medicare billing practices.
Stocks reacting to company earnings reports included:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Solaris Energy Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEI#NYSE">SEI</a>) </li>
<li>Iamgold Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) </li>
<li>Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) </li>
<li>Glaukos Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) </li>
<li>MercadoLibre, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>) </li>
<li>The RealReal, Inc. (NASADQ:REAL) </li>
<li>Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>)</li>
<li>Globant S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLOB#NYSE">GLOB</a>) </li>
<li>Block, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYZ#NYSE">XYZ</a>) </li>
<li>Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) </li>
</ul>
Companies reporting on Monday included:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>) </li>
<li>Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) </li>
<li>Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) </li>
<li>Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>) </li>
<li>Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMMT#NASDAQ">SMMT</a>) </li>
<li>Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOV#NYSE">HOV</a>) </li>
</ul>
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Consumer Sentiment Drops 10%, UnitedHealth Under Investigation: What's Driving Markets Friday?

Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) stock is trading higher on Friday after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday and announced an agreement to acquire Alani Nutrition.
The Details: Celsius reported adjusted earnings per share of 14 cents, beating analysts&#8217; estimate of 11 cents. In addition, the company reported sales of $332.20 million, beating analysts&#8217; estimate of $327.97 million, but representing a 4% decrease year-over-year.
Celsius attributed the sales decline to the negative impact of higher domestic allowances from various programs, including the distributor incentive program. 
The company also announced it will acquire Alani Nutrition LLC for $1.8 billion, which includes $150 million in tax assets, making the net purchase price $1.65 billion. Celsius expects the acquisition to generate $2 billion in sales and be cash EPS accretive in its first year.
John Fieldly, Chairman and CEO of Celsius, said, &#8220;We have deep respect for the strong community of supporters and fans Alani Nu has developed and the authentic brand and partnerships they have formed. Together, we expect to broaden the availability of Alani Nu&#8217;s functional products to help more people achieve their wellness goals with great-tasting, functional product options at more moments throughout their lives.&#8221;
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CELH Price Action: At the time of publication, Celsius stock is trading 33.6% higher at $34.11, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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