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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Tesla.
Looking at options history for Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) we detected 1000 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 37% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 48% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 439 are puts, for a total amount of $31,719,489 and 561, calls, for a total amount of $40,281,359.
<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 $5.0 and $960.0 for Tesla, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</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 Tesla'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 Tesla's whale trades within a strike price range from $5.0 to $960.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Tesla Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431751_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>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/17/27</td>
<td>$102.3</td>
<td>$101.8</td>
<td>$101.8</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$1.0M</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>187</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$181.0</td>
<td>$180.45</td>
<td>$181.0</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$850.7K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>74</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$312.50</td>
<td>$383.8K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$28.35</td>
<td>$28.15</td>
<td>$28.3</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$316.9K</td>
<td>6.3K</td>
<td>224</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$61.35</td>
<td>$60.7</td>
<td>$60.74</td>
<td>$257.50</td>
<td>$170.0K</td>
<td>15</td>
<td>28</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Tesla</h3>
Tesla is a vertically integrated battery electric vehicle automaker and developer of autonomous driving software. The company has multiple vehicles in its fleet, which include luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi truck. Tesla also plans to begin selling more affordable vehicles, a sports car, and offer a robotaxi service. Global deliveries in 2024 were a little below 1.8 million vehicles. The company sells batteries for stationary storage for residential and commercial properties including utilities and solar panels and solar roofs for energy generation. Tesla also owns a fast-charging network.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Tesla, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Tesla</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 39,447,586, the price of TSLA is down -0.92% at $319.08. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 32 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Tesla</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $401.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs persists with their Neutral rating on Tesla, maintaining a target price of $285. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wedbush has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $500. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $400. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird downgraded its action to Neutral with a price target of $320. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wedbush keeps a Outperform rating on Tesla with a target price of $500. 
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TSLA

Tesla Unusual Options Activity For June 20

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Applied Mat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</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 AMAT, 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 24 uncommon options trades for Applied Mat.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 4% bullish and 87%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $140,891, and 22 are calls, for a total amount of $1,608,742.
<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 $150.0 to $177.5 for Applied Mat during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Applied Mat stands at 1158.86, with a total volume reaching 9,186.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Applied Mat, situated within the strike price corridor from $150.0 to $177.5, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Applied Mat Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431746_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>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.35</td>
<td>$18.65</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$190.0K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.2</td>
<td>$18.9</td>
<td>$18.9</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$188.9K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">402</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$19.3</td>
<td>$18.8</td>
<td>$18.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$186.1K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">301</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$89.6K</td>
<td>339</td>
<td align="right">456</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$162.50</td>
<td>$61.2K</td>
<td>28</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Applied Mat</h3>
Applied Materials is the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturer in the world. Applied Materials has a broad portfolio spanning nearly every corner of the WFE ecosystem. Specifically, Applied Materials holds a market share leadership position in deposition, which entails the layering of new materials on semiconductor wafers. It is more exposed to general-purpose logic chips made at integrated device manufacturers and foundries. It counts the largest chipmakers in the world as customers, including TSMC, Intel, and Samsung.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Applied Mat, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Applied Mat</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 2,740,455, the price of AMAT is down -3.01% at $167.64. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 55 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Applied Mat</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $158.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley has elevated its stance to Equal-Weight, setting a new price target at $158. 
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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on AMAT Options

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</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 FSLR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for First Solar. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 41% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $332,618, and 7 are calls, amounting to $868,096.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $135.0 to $180.0 for First Solar 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 First Solar's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to First Solar's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $135.0 to $180.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>First Solar Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431741_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>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$438.9K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td align="right">633</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$180.0K</td>
<td>6.6K</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$13.05</td>
<td>$11.55</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$177.6K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td align="right">175</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$79.2K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td align="right">542</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$59.6K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">89</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About First Solar</h3>
First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.
<h3>Where Is First Solar Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,312,299, with FSLR's price up by 0.23%, positioned at $144.0.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 39 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On First Solar</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $208.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $192. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Hold rating on First Solar, maintaining a target price of $157. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on First Solar, which currently sits at a price target of $275. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
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FSLR

First Solar's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

Roth Capital analyst Scott Searle initiates coverage on Adeia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADEA#NASDAQ">ADEA</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $26.

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Roth Capital Initiates Coverage On Adeia with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $26

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) against its key competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>34.61</td>
<td>7.38</td>
<td>3.51</td>
<td>5.79%</td>
<td>$36.48</td>
<td>$78.69</td>
<td>8.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>15.20</td>
<td>1.92</td>
<td>1.98</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>-15.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>10.96</td>
<td>3.16</td>
<td>2.70</td>
<td>4.59%</td>
<td>$16.09</td>
<td>$54.73</td>
<td>10.21%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>59.11</td>
<td>24.34</td>
<td>5.44</td>
<td>10.56%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>36.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>202.86</td>
<td>11.79</td>
<td>1.68</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>11.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>7.91</td>
<td>1.44</td>
<td>0.30</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
<td>$14.27</td>
<td>$47.85</td>
<td>15.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>18.64</td>
<td>7.22</td>
<td>3.68</td>
<td>9.95%</td>
<td>$0.77</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>1.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>7.61</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>0.52</td>
<td>4.85%</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$6.08</td>
<td>-4.98%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>37.02</td>
<td>4.27</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>2.78%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>13.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>11.03</td>
<td>3.35</td>
<td>0.97</td>
<td>8.97%</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>-1.64%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>16.36</td>
<td>3.71</td>
<td>2.26</td>
<td>3.98%</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$1.96</td>
<td>18.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>0.84%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>-4.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>74.21</td>
<td>3.90</td>
<td>1.11</td>
<td>-1.13%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>7.63</td>
<td>0.25</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>-4.41%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>138</td>
<td>8.34</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>11.93%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>4.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>43.72</td>
<td>5.41</td>
<td>1.74</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>$6.82</td>
<td>$17.12</td>
<td>6.14%</td>
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 </style>By conducting an in-depth analysis of Amazon.com, we can identify the following trends: 
<ul>
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 34.61 is lower than the industry average by 0.79x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 7.38, which is 1.36x the industry average, Amazon.com might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.51, which is 2.02x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.79% that is 1.13% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.48 Billion, which is 5.35x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $78.69 Billion is 4.6x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 8.62%, which surpasses the industry average of 6.14%, the company is demonstrating robust sales expansion and gaining market share.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431675_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio helps evaluate the capital structure and financial leverage of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In light of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, a comparison between Amazon.com and its top 4 peers reveals the following information:
<ul>
<li>
When comparing the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com is in a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
The company has a lower level of debt relative to its equity, indicating a more favorable balance between the two with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Amazon.com, the PE ratio is low compared to its peers in the Broadline Retail industry, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values Amazon.com's assets and sales highly. Amazon.com's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth outperform its industry peers, reflecting strong financial performance and growth potential.
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AMZN

Inquiry Into Amazon.com's Competitor Dynamics In Broadline Retail Industry

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business world, it is crucial for investors and industry followers to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and highlight company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>30.62</td>
<td>43.96</td>
<td>7.46</td>
<td>37.11%</td>
<td>$32.25</td>
<td>$44.87</td>
<td>5.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>24.17</td>
<td>4.16</td>
<td>1.30</td>
<td>1.72%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>19.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>17.10</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>-4.4%</td>
<td>$0.87</td>
<td>$2.17</td>
<td>5.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>18.12</td>
<td>19.80</td>
<td>3.27</td>
<td>33.42%</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>$1.19</td>
<td>3.84%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>20.27</td>
<td>3.99</td>
<td>1.33</td>
<td>5.86%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$0.91</td>
<td>30.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>139.13</td>
<td>13.89</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>-1.1%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>12.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Logitech International SA</td>
<td>20.46</td>
<td>5.88</td>
<td>2.83</td>
<td>6.81%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>-0.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>12.21</td>
<td>0.84</td>
<td>0.50</td>
<td>-1.66%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>18.03</td>
<td>2.22</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>-0.55%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>14.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>33.69</td>
<td>6.47</td>
<td>2.04</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>10.74%</td>
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 </style>When closely examining Apple, the following trends emerge: 
<ul>
<li>
At 30.62, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio is 0.91x less than the industry average, suggesting favorable growth potential.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 43.96 which exceeds the industry average by 6.79x.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 7.46, surpassing the industry average by 3.66x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 37.11% that is 32.1% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $32.25 Billion, which is 134.38x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $44.87 Billion, which indicates 62.32x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 5.08% is significantly lower compared to the industry average of 10.74%. This indicates a potential fall in the company's sales performance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431667_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio provides insights into the proportion of debt a company has in relation to its equity and asset value.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Apple can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
<ul>
<li>
When evaluating the debt-to-equity ratio, Apple is in the middle position among its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
The company maintains a moderate level of debt relative to its equity with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.47, suggesting a relatively balanced financial structure.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values Apple's assets and sales highly. Apple's high ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit reflect strong profitability, while the low revenue growth may indicate a need for expansion strategies to align with industry trends.
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AAPL

Investigating Apple's Standing In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry Compared To Competitors

A notable insider purchase on June 20, was reported by Robert Trauber, CEO at Oxford Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXM#NYSE">OXM</a>), based on the most recent SEC filing.
What Happened: Trauber's recent purchase of 10,000 shares of Oxford Industries, disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000075288/000007528825000090//Archives/edgar/data/75288/000007528825000090/0000075288-25-000090-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Friday, reflects confidence in the company's potential. The total transaction value is $413,750.
In the Friday's morning session, Oxford Industries's shares are currently trading at $42.25, experiencing a up of 3.73%.
<h3>Get to Know Oxford Industries Better</h3>
Oxford Industries Inc is an apparel manufacturing company that designs, sources, markets, and distributes products under the brand name Tommy Bahama, and Lilly Pulitzer. Tommy Bahama designs, sources, markets, and distributes men's and women's sportswear and related products. Lilly Pulitzer designs, sources, markets, and distributes upscale collections of women's and women's dresses, sportswear, and related products. The company generates majority of its revenue from the Tommy Bahama division.
<h3>Oxford Industries's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Challenges: Oxford Industries's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 April, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -1.34%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 64.22%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Oxford Industries's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 1.72.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Oxford Industries's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.92.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 7.91, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 0.42, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry benchmarks at 6.68, Oxford Industries presents an attractive value opportunity.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>Navigating the Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
In the complex landscape of investment decisions, investors should approach insider transactions as part of a comprehensive analysis, considering various elements.
In the context of 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 outlined by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are obligated to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Despite insider sells not always signaling a bearish sentiment, they can be driven by various factors.
<h3>Exploring Key Transaction Codes</h3>
Surveying the realm of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often give prominence to those unfolding in the open market, systematically detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes 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 Trades

CEO At Oxford Industries Buys $413K of Stock

F5's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FFIV#NYSE">FFIV</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.19% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.81 million shares sold short, which is 4.11% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.17 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>F5 Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431659_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for F5 has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing F5'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>, F5's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.44%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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FFIV

How Do Investors Really Feel About F5?

A significant insider buy by Michael Thomas Sipp, Executive Vice President at Victory Capital Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCTR#NASDAQ">VCTR</a>), was executed on June 20, and reported in the recent SEC filing.
What Happened: Sipp made a significant move by purchasing 48,701 shares of Victory Capital Holdings as reported in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001570827/000095017025088201//Archives/edgar/data/1570827/000095017025088201/0000950170-25-088201-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction's total worth stands at $2,999,981.
As of Friday morning, Victory Capital Holdings shares are up by 0.53%, currently priced at $63.0.
<h3>Delving into Victory Capital Holdings's Background</h3>
Victory Capital Holdings Inc is an independent investment management firm. The company operates its business through franchises and solutions platform. It provides centralized distribution, marketing, and operations infrastructure to the company's franchises and solutions platform. The company operates through one business segment that is Investment management services and products to institutional, intermediary, retirement platforms, and individual investors. The franchises and solutions platform manages a variety of investment strategies for its customers. It derives majority of its revenues from asset-based fees from investment management products and services to individuals and institutions.
<h3>Breaking Down Victory Capital Holdings's Financial Performance</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Victory Capital Holdings's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 1.73% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Navigating Financial Profits:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 73.94%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): The company excels with an EPS that surpasses the industry average. With a current EPS of 0.97, Victory Capital Holdings showcases strong earnings per share.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Victory Capital Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.84, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Valuation Overview:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The Price to Earnings ratio of 13.93 is lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 4.58 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): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry benchmarks at 10.29, Victory Capital Holdings presents an attractive value opportunity.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
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>Cracking Transaction Codes</h3>
Delving into transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> typically prioritize those unfolding in the open market, as precisely outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates 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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VCTR

Insider Confidence On Display: Michael Thomas Sipp Acquires $3.00M In Victory Capital Holdings Stock

In the ever-changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, conducting thorough company analysis is crucial for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and its primary competitors in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, our aim is to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Meta Platforms Background</h3>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Meta Platforms Inc</td>
<td>27.20</td>
<td>9.45</td>
<td>10.64</td>
<td>9.05%</td>
<td>$22.52</td>
<td>$34.74</td>
<td>16.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet Inc</td>
<td>19.34</td>
<td>6.09</td>
<td>5.91</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$46.31</td>
<td>$53.87</td>
<td>12.04%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Baidu Inc</td>
<td>8.36</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>1.58</td>
<td>2.89%</td>
<td>$9.8</td>
<td>$14.96</td>
<td>2.98%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reddit Inc</td>
<td>28.29</td>
<td>11.75</td>
<td>17.36</td>
<td>1.2%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>61.49%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinterest Inc</td>
<td>12.79</td>
<td>5.02</td>
<td>6.48</td>
<td>0.19%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>15.54%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kanzhun Ltd</td>
<td>31.09</td>
<td>3.57</td>
<td>7.62</td>
<td>3.38%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.61</td>
<td>12.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp</td>
<td>16.73</td>
<td>5.77</td>
<td>1022.69</td>
<td>-3.51%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>6.58%</td>
</tr>
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<td>ZoomInfo Technologies Inc</td>
<td>81.17</td>
<td>1.95</td>
<td>2.84</td>
<td>1.6%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>-1.42%</td>
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<td>CarGurus Inc</td>
<td>85.81</td>
<td>7.81</td>
<td>3.70</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.34%</td>
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<td>Weibo Corp</td>
<td>6.88</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>1.44</td>
<td>3.09%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>0.34%</td>
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<td>Yelp Inc</td>
<td>16.99</td>
<td>3.04</td>
<td>1.67</td>
<td>3.31%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>7.75%</td>
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<td>Tripadvisor Inc</td>
<td>33.44</td>
<td>2.39</td>
<td>1.03</td>
<td>-1.39%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>0.76%</td>
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<td>Hello Group Inc</td>
<td>8.09</td>
<td>0.89</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>3.21%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>-1.55%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ziff Davis Inc</td>
<td>18.13</td>
<td>0.73</td>
<td>0.99</td>
<td>1.37%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>4.5%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Taboola.com Ltd</td>
<td>91.25</td>
<td>1.16</td>
<td>0.70</td>
<td>-0.85%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>3.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vtex</td>
<td>88.61</td>
<td>4.73</td>
<td>5.20</td>
<td>0.34%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>36.46</td>
<td>3.76</td>
<td>72.02</td>
<td>2.23%</td>
<td>$3.82</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>8.83%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>By closely examining Meta Platforms, we can identify the following trends: 
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At 27.2, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio is 0.75x less than the industry average, suggesting favorable growth potential.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 9.45 which exceeds the industry average by 2.51x.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively low Price to Sales ratio of 10.64, which is 0.15x the industry average, the stock might be considered undervalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 9.05% is 6.82% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.52 Billion, which is 5.9x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $34.74 Billion, which indicates 7.02x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 16.07% exceeds the industry average of 8.83%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431658_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio helps evaluate the capital structure and financial leverage of a company.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By evaluating Meta Platforms against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:
<ul>
<li>
Meta Platforms demonstrates a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers in the sector.
</li>
<li>
With a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27, the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The low PE ratio of Meta Platforms suggests that the company may be undervalued compared to its peers in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. On the other hand, the high PB ratio indicates that investors are willing to pay a premium for the company's assets. Additionally, the low PS ratio implies that Meta Platforms may be generating strong sales relative to its market value. In terms of profitability, the high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth further highlight the company's strong performance within the industry sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Comparative Study: Meta Platforms And Industry Competitors In Interactive Media &amp; Services Industry

Universal Health Services's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UHS#NYSE">UHS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 14.03% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.15 million shares sold short, which is 5.33% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.57 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Universal Health Services Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431654_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Universal Health Services 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 Universal Health Services'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>, Universal Health Services's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.95%, 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>
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How Is The Market Feeling About Universal Health Services?

Highlighted on June 20, it was unveiled in an SEC filing that Sebastien, Vice President at T. Rowe Price Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROW#NASDAQ">TROW</a>), executed a significant transaction involving the exercise of company stock options.
What Happened: The latest Form 4 filing on Friday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001113169/000156218025004971//Archives/edgar/data/1113169/000156218025004971/0001562180-25-004971-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> uncovered Sebastien, Vice President at T. Rowe Price Group, exercising stock options for 17,059 shares of TROW. The total transaction was valued at $408,476.
The Friday morning update indicates T. Rowe Price Group shares up by 0.9%, currently priced at $92.97. At this value, Sebastien's 17,059 shares are worth $408,476.
<h3>Discovering T. Rowe Price Group: A Closer Look</h3>
T. Rowe Price provides asset-management services for individual and institutional investors. It offers a broad range of no-load US and international stock, hybrid, bond, and money market funds. At the end of April 2025, the firm had $1.563 trillion in managed assets, composed of equity (49%), balanced (35%), fixed-income and money market (13%), and alternative (3%) offerings. Approximately two thirds of managed assets are held in retirement-based accounts, which provides T. Rowe Price with a somewhat stickier client base than most of its peers. The firm also manages private accounts, provides retirement planning advice, and offers discount brokerage and trust services. The company is primarily a US-based asset manager, deriving less than 10% of its AUM from overseas.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of T. Rowe Price Group</h3>
Revenue Growth: T. Rowe Price Group displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.78%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Exploring Profitability:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company sets a benchmark with a high gross margin of 52.27%, reflecting superior cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): T. Rowe Price Group's EPS is significantly higher than the industry average. The company demonstrates a robust bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 2.15.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: T. Rowe Price Group's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.05, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Valuation Metrics: A Closer Look
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: T. Rowe Price Group's P/E ratio of 10.46 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 2.89 is below industry norms, suggesting potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity for those considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 6.0, T. Rowe Price Group presents a potential value opportunity, as investors are paying less for each unit of EBITDA.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>The Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however, they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>A Closer Look at Important Transaction Codes</h3>
When it comes to transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> tend to focus on those in the open market, detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S indicates 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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TROW

Major Decision: Page Sebastien Exercises Options, Realizing $408K At T. Rowe Price Group

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business world, it is crucial for investors and industry followers to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Software industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and highlight company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
<table>
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>37.11</td>
<td>11.09</td>
<td>13.28</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$40.71</td>
<td>$48.15</td>
<td>13.27%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>48.59</td>
<td>28.91</td>
<td>10.53</td>
<td>18.43%</td>
<td>$6.83</td>
<td>$11.16</td>
<td>11.31%</td>
</tr>
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<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>133.25</td>
<td>20.07</td>
<td>17.88</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$2.44</td>
<td>18.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>114.82</td>
<td>18.42</td>
<td>15.95</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$1.67</td>
<td>15.33%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>41.49</td>
<td>39.31</td>
<td>12.70</td>
<td>25.08%</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>13.77%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>28.50</td>
<td>8.03</td>
<td>4.66</td>
<td>6.43%</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>287.43</td>
<td>13.25</td>
<td>14.60</td>
<td>2.57%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>30.12%</td>
</tr>
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<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>107.24</td>
<td>24.45</td>
<td>8.18</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>23.17%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>27.78</td>
<td>2.74</td>
<td>5.41</td>
<td>3.61%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>1.38%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>28.06</td>
<td>10.01</td>
<td>8.19</td>
<td>9.75%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>9.67%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>49.61</td>
<td>6.28</td>
<td>3.47</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>28.88%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>86.68</td>
<td>17.15</td>
<td>10.16</td>
<td>8.7%</td>
<td>$0.93</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>15.7%</td>
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 </style>When analyzing Microsoft, the following trends become evident: 
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 37.11 is lower than the industry average by 0.43x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 11.09, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.65x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 13.28, surpassing the industry average by 1.31x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.27% is 0.43% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company exhibits higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $40.71 Billion, which is 43.77x above the industry average, implying stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $48.15 Billion, which indicates 26.03x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 13.27% is significantly below the industry average of 15.7%. This suggests a potential struggle in generating increased sales volume.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431649_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When evaluating Microsoft alongside its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights arise:
<ul>
<li>
Microsoft is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.19.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios suggest that the stock is undervalued compared to its peers. However, the high PS ratio indicates that the stock may be overvalued based on revenue. In terms of profitability, Microsoft's low ROE and revenue growth, along with high EBITDA and gross profit, indicate a mixed performance compared to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

MSFT

Understanding Microsoft's Position In Software Industry Compared To Competitors

Honda Motor Co's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMC#NYSE">HMC</a>) short percent of float has risen 20.59% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.65 million shares sold short, which is 0.41% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 9.67 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Honda Motor Co Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431649_0_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Honda Motor Co has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Honda Motor Co'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>, Honda Motor Co's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.27%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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How Do Investors Really Feel About Honda Motor Co?

In the current market session, Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) share price is at $512.17, after a 0.53% spike. Moreover, over the past month, the stock fell by 5.07%, but in the past year, went up by 19.38%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431648_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Intuitive Surgical P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Intuitive Surgical has a better P/E ratio of 74.6 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 51.63 of the Health Care Equipment &amp; Supplies industry. Ideally, one might believe that Intuitive Surgical Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

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In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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In today's fast-paced and competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies before making investment decisions. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) against its key competitors in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>NVIDIA Background</h3>
Nvidia is a leading developer of graphics processing units. Traditionally, GPUs were used to enhance the experience on computing platforms, most notably in gaming applications on PCs. GPU use cases have since emerged as important semiconductors used in artificial intelligence. Nvidia not only offers AI GPUs, but also a software platform, Cuda, used for AI model development and training. Nvidia is also expanding its data center networking solutions, helping to tie GPUs together to handle complex workloads.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>NVIDIA Corp</td>
<td>46.93</td>
<td>42.32</td>
<td>24.23</td>
<td>23.01%</td>
<td>$22.58</td>
<td>$26.67</td>
<td>69.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc</td>
<td>91.70</td>
<td>16.98</td>
<td>21.27</td>
<td>7.12%</td>
<td>$8.02</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>20.16%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd</td>
<td>24.97</td>
<td>7.08</td>
<td>10.29</td>
<td>8.19%</td>
<td>$608.71</td>
<td>$493.4</td>
<td>41.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc</td>
<td>92.55</td>
<td>3.55</td>
<td>7.46</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$1.59</td>
<td>$3.74</td>
<td>35.9%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Texas Instruments Inc</td>
<td>37.57</td>
<td>10.98</td>
<td>11.35</td>
<td>7.08%</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
<td>11.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualcomm Inc</td>
<td>15.68</td>
<td>6.08</td>
<td>4.09</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$3.67</td>
<td>$6.04</td>
<td>16.93%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM Holdings PLC</td>
<td>194.73</td>
<td>22.62</td>
<td>38.74</td>
<td>3.17%</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>33.73%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Micron Technology Inc</td>
<td>29.14</td>
<td>2.80</td>
<td>4.39</td>
<td>3.32%</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$2.96</td>
<td>38.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices Inc</td>
<td>62.40</td>
<td>3.26</td>
<td>11.66</td>
<td>1.63%</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.61</td>
<td>22.28%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NXP Semiconductors NV</td>
<td>23.03</td>
<td>5.73</td>
<td>4.41</td>
<td>5.3%</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$1.56</td>
<td>-9.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monolithic Power Systems Inc</td>
<td>18.49</td>
<td>10.16</td>
<td>14.12</td>
<td>4.17%</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>39.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STMicroelectronics NV</td>
<td>24.59</td>
<td>1.47</td>
<td>2.21</td>
<td>0.32%</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>-27.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd</td>
<td>20.03</td>
<td>2.12</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$27.16</td>
<td>$24.89</td>
<td>11.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>36.29</td>
<td>2.72</td>
<td>3.36</td>
<td>-5.78%</td>
<td>$-0.37</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>-22.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Microelectronics Corp</td>
<td>12.94</td>
<td>1.55</td>
<td>2.54</td>
<td>2.06%</td>
<td>$23.86</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>5.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar Inc</td>
<td>12.21</td>
<td>1.88</td>
<td>3.63</td>
<td>2.59%</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>6.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>295.14</td>
<td>21.32</td>
<td>35.50</td>
<td>5.63%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>25.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Skyworks Solutions Inc</td>
<td>27.98</td>
<td>1.81</td>
<td>2.92</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>-8.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qorvo Inc</td>
<td>138.45</td>
<td>2.20</td>
<td>2.06</td>
<td>0.93%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>-7.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Universal Display Corp</td>
<td>31.88</td>
<td>4.39</td>
<td>11.27</td>
<td>3.93%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>0.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>62.62</td>
<td>6.77</td>
<td>10.12</td>
<td>3.4%</td>
<td>$35.92</td>
<td>$29.8</td>
<td>12.32%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>Upon closer analysis of NVIDIA, the following trends become apparent: 
<ul>
<li>
With a Price to Earnings ratio of 46.93, which is 0.75x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 42.32 which exceeds the industry average by 6.25x.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 24.23, which is 2.39x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 23.01% that is 19.61% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company has lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.58 Billion, which is 0.63x below the industry average. This potentially indicates lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $26.67 Billion is 0.89x below that of its industry, suggesting potential lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 69.18% exceeds the industry average of 12.32%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431640_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When examining NVIDIA in comparison to its top 4 peers with respect to the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following information becomes apparent:
<ul>
<li>
NVIDIA has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.12.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For NVIDIA, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest strong market sentiment and revenue multiples. The high ROE reflects efficient use of shareholder funds, while low EBITDA and gross profit may indicate operational challenges. The high revenue growth signifies strong top-line performance relative to industry peers in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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A June filing shows that Senator A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. reported a purchase in Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), valued between $1,001 and $15,000. The transaction date is listed as June 1, 2025, with the report published on June 19, 2025.
At present, Wells Fargo shares are trading up 0.88% at $75.4.
<h3>What Senator Has Been Trading Recently</h3>
In the last three years, A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. completed 14 stock transactions totaling more than $63 thousand. Kroger and Wells Fargo stocks were among the largest trades. Some of the most notable transactions the Sen. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s recent trades:
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-06-01</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/a.-mitchell-mcconnell,-jr.">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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