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한국 방산 부문을 미국 투자 시장에 소개하기 위해 미국 ETF 전문 투자자문 업체 익스체인지 트레이디드 컨셉(ETC)는 한화 자산운용의 PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF(NYSE:KDEF)를 출시하여 투자자들에게 한국의 번창하는 방산 산업에 대한 노출을 제공한다.

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The University of Michigan&#8217;s March consumer confidence survey <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44331170/us-consumer-confidence-plunges-as-inflation-fears-hit-highest-level-since-1993">showed a rapid decrease </a>in consumer confidence amid historically high inflation expectations. Economists say this could be a bad omen for the United States economy.
The Report: The report, released Friday, showed an 11% monthly-over-month drop and a 22% decline from December 2024. Meanwhile, inflation expectations jumped from 4.3% in February to 4.9% in March, the highest reading since November 2022.
The survey showed some signs of political polarization, though Republicans, Democrats and Independents all reported declines in their economic expectations.
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Economist Reactions: Experts didn&#8217;t sugarcoat the results of the survey, calling them a serious warning sign for the U.S. economy.
"This is an horrific report," Samuel Tombs, chief U.S. economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/business/inflation-consumer-sentiment.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&amp;referringSource=articleShare">told</a> the New York Times. "Elevated economic policy uncertainty and the sharp drop in stock prices have greatly undermined consumers' confidence."
Stanford professor Neale Mahoney <a href="https://x.com/nealemahoney/status/1900551798827458677">called</a> stagflation expectations &#8220;scary&#8221; in a post on X.
Diane Swonk, chief economist for KPMG, had similar worries.
&#8220;Sadly, the consumer sentiment figures have a stagflation vibe, which poses a challenge to the Federal Reserve. The current tariffs we saw are so large and staggered that they hit both margins and prices,&#8221; Swonk <a href="https://x.com/DianeSwonk/status/1900561364571041848">posted</a> on X.
Bill Adams, Chief Economist for Comerica Bank, similarly expressed concern about whether high inflation expectations would keep the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates.
&#8220;This is bad news. People who fear losing jobs pull back on discretionary spending,&#8221; Adams said Friday. &#8220;Don't hold your breath for the Fed to ride to the rescue if spending falls as inflation expectations are soaring.&#8221;
Retailer Warns Pressure: On Tuesday, Kohl&#8217;s Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KSS#NYSE">KSS</a>) warned of a challenging outlook for fiscal 2025, expecting sales to decline by 5% to 7%, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44262764/kohls-ceo-warns-of-pretty-challenging-environment-for-consumers-expects-value-seeking-to-grow-over-next-3-months">citing &#8220;constrained&#8221; shoppers</a>. 
CEO Ashley Buchanan said much of Kohl&#8217;s customer base is under pressure from rising costs in rent, housing, and groceries, noting, &#8220;If you&#8217;re making less than 50 [thousand], that consumer is pretty constrained from a discretionary standpoint,&#8221; and adding that value-seeking behavior will &#8220;probably expand… across income cohorts over the next probably three or four months.&#8221;
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Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNST#NASDAQ">MNST</a>) today announced that it has received notice that TRC Capital Investment Corporation ("TRC") commenced an unsolicited "mini-tender" offer to purchase up to 2,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock, which represents approximately 0.2% of the Company's outstanding common stock, at a price of $52.95 per share in cash. TRC's offer price of $52.95 is approximately 5.1% less than the closing price of $55.77 of the Company's common stock on March 10, 2025, the last trading day before the date of the offer.
The Company does not endorse TRC's unsolicited mini-tender offer and recommends that its stockholders reject the offer and do not tender their shares. TRC's mini-tender offer is at a price below the current market price for the Company's common stock and is subject to numerous conditions. The Company is not associated in any way with TRC or its mini-tender offer and related documentation.
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Waystar Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAY#NASDAQ">WAY</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Waystar Holding, revealing an average target of $47.12, a high estimate of $52.00, and a low estimate of $42.00. Observing a 18.3% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $39.83. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975262_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Waystar Holding by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jailendra Singh</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Hotchkiss</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephanie Davis</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Glen Santangelo</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Hotchkiss</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allen Lutz</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Waystar Holding. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Waystar Holding compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Waystar Holding's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Waystar Holding's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WAY/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Waystar Holding analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Waystar Holding's Background</h2>
Waystar Holding Corp is a provider of mission-critical cloud technology to healthcare organizations. its enterprise-grade platform transforms the complex and disparate processes comprising healthcare payments received by healthcare providers from payers and patients, from pre-service engagement through post-service remittance and reconciliation. its platform enhances data integrity, eliminates manual tasks, and improves claim and billing accuracy, which results in transparency, reduced labor costs, and faster, more accurate reimbursement and cash flow. The market for solutions extends throughout the United States and includes Puerto Rico and other USA Territories.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Waystar Holding's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Waystar Holding's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 18.1%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Waystar Holding's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.82% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 0.62%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Waystar Holding's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.42% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Waystar Holding's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.41.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Analyst Expectations For Waystar Holding's Future

Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on PagerDuty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PD#NYSE">PD</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $21.4, with a high estimate of $26.00 and a low estimate of $18.00. Experiencing a 12.3% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $24.40. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975254_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive PagerDuty. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Kash Rangan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kingsley Crane</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joel Fishbein</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Koji Ikeda</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to PagerDuty. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of PagerDuty compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of PagerDuty's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of PagerDuty's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About PagerDuty</h2>
PagerDuty Inc is a digital operations management platform that manages urgent and mission-critical work for a modern, digital business. Its platform harnesses digital signals from virtually any software-enabled system or device and combines it with human response data to take the right actions in real-time. The product offerings of the company include PagerDuty Incident Management, DevOps, AIOPs, Process Automation, and Customer Service Operations.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of PagerDuty</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: PagerDuty's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 9.41%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: PagerDuty's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -5.51%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): PagerDuty's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of -4.75%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of -0.74%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: PagerDuty's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 4.12. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Breaking Down PagerDuty: 5 Analysts Share Their Views

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 5 analysts have published ratings on Blink Charging (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLNK#NASDAQ">BLNK</a>) in the last three months.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $3.24, a high estimate of $8.00, and a low estimate of $1.50. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 26.36% lower than the prior average price target of $4.40. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975244_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
A clear picture of Blink Charging's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Craig Irwin</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mickey Legg</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sameer Joshi</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christine Cho</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$1.50</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Grippin</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$1.70</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Blink Charging. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Blink Charging compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Blink Charging's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Blink Charging's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Blink Charging</h2>
Blink Charging Co is an owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging services. The company offers both residential and commercial EV charging equipment, enabling EV drivers to easily recharge at various location types. The company's business is the sale and distribution of electric vehicle charging equipment and its associated revenues earned from customers and/or Property Partners who use equipment connected to its network. It earns majority revenue from U.S.A.
<h3>Blink Charging: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Blink Charging's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -44.14%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of -361.04%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -36.96%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Blink Charging's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -25.58%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, Blink Charging adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Demystifying Blink Charging: Insights From 5 Analyst Reviews

WEC Energy Group's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEC#NYSE">WEC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.47% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 11.16 million shares sold short, which is 4.05% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.92 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>WEC Energy Group Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975232_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for WEC Energy Group 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 WEC Energy Group'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>, WEC Energy Group's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.00%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Looking Into WEC Energy Group's Recent Short Interest

6 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Revolve Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVLV#NYSE">RVLV</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $31.33, a high estimate of $40.00, and a low estimate of $19.00. This current average reflects an increase of 8.03% from the previous average price target of $29.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975231_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Revolve Gr. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Randal Konik</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Koranda</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Siegel</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Duffy</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trevor Young</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashley Owens</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Revolve Gr. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Revolve Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Revolve Gr's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Revolve Gr's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Revolve Gr's Background</h2>
The Revolve Group is an emerging e-commerce retailer, selling women's dresses, handbags, shoes, beauty products, and incidentals across its marketplace properties, Revolve and FWRD. The platform is built to suit the "next-generation customer," emphasizing mobile commerce, influencer marketing, and occupying an aspirational but attainable luxury niche. With $1.1 billion in 2024 net sales, the firm sits just outside the top 30 apparel retailers (by sales) in the US, but has consistently generated robust top-line growth as the industry continues to favor digital channels. Revolve generates approximately 18% of sales from private-label offerings, while focusing on building an inventory of unique products from emerging fashion brands with less than $10 million in annual sales.
<h3>Financial Insights: Revolve Gr</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Revolve Gr displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 13.95%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Revolve Gr's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.2% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.87%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Revolve Gr's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.85% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.09.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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6 Analysts Have This To Say About Revolve Gr

Crown Castle's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCI#NYSE">CCI</a>) short percent of float has risen 16.15% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 7.07 million shares sold short, which is 1.87% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.35 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>Crown Castle Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975227_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Crown Castle 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 Crown Castle'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>, Crown Castle's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.49%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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How Do Investors Really Feel About Crown Castle?

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Century Casinos (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNTY#NASDAQ">CNTY</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $4.5, along with a high estimate of $5.00 and a low estimate of $4.00. This current average has decreased by 10.0% from the previous average price target of $5.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975223_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The perception of Century Casinos by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Bender</td>
<td>Citizens Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Bender</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Hecht</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Century Casinos. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Century Casinos compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Century Casinos's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Century Casinos</h2>
Century Casinos Inc is a casino entertainment company that develops and operates gaming establishments as well as related lodging, restaurant, horse racing (including off-track betting), and entertainment facilities in North America. The company has three reportable segments based on the geographical locations in which its casinos operate; United States; Century Casino &amp; Hotel-Central City, and Century Casino &amp; Hotel-Cripple Creek in Colorado, Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack &amp; Resort in West Virginia, and Century Casino Caruthersville, and Century Casino Cape Girardeau in Missouri, Canada; Century Casino &amp; Hotel, Century Casino St. Albert, Century Mile Racetrack in Edmonton and Casino Century Downs Racetrack and Casino in Calgary, and Poland; Casinos Poland.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Century Casinos's Financials</h3>
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.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Century Casinos faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -3.4% in revenue growth as of 30 September, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Century Casinos's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -5.21%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Century Casinos's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -13.38%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Century Casinos's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of -0.62%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Century Casinos's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 17.96, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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Expert Outlook: Century Casinos Through The Eyes Of 4 Analysts

SLM's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLM#NYSE">SLM</a>) short percent of float has risen 14.39% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 11.14 million shares sold short, which is 6.36% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.24 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>SLM Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975221_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for SLM 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 SLM'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>, SLM's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.76%, 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>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on SLM?

In the last three months, 8 analysts have published ratings on Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Viper Energy and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $60.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $71.00 and a low estimate of $51.00. Experiencing a 2.1% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $61.29. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741975215_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A clear picture of Viper Energy's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Hanwen Chang</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Richardson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Viper Energy. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Viper Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Viper Energy's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Viper Energy's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VNOM/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Viper Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Viper Energy's Background</h2>
Viper Energy Inc is focused on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil and natural gas properties primarily in the Permian Basin. The Permian Basin is known to have a number of zones of oil and natural gas-bearing rock throughout.
<h3>Viper Energy's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Viper Energy's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 11.7% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 91.8%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 13.59%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 4.52%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Viper Energy's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.64.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Friday, JP Morgan Chase &amp; Co.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) J.P. Morgan Asset Management, or JPMAM, launched the JPMorgan U.S. Research Enhanced Large Cap ETF, or JUSA on the New York Stock Exchange, expanding its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/n44330118/j-p-morgan-asset-management-launches-jpmorgan-u-s-research-enhanced-large-cap-etf-on-nyse" rel="noreferrer noopener">research enhanced ETF offerings.</a>
This ETF is designed to offer investors a strategy for long-term capital appreciation by providing exposure to large-cap U.S. companies.
The new fund reflects JP Morgan&#8217;s leadership in active ETFs. JP Morgan stock is <a target="_blank" href="http://JUSA joins JPMorgan's robust selection of ETF offerings, which features over 60 different funds. Overall, these funds represent over $190 billion in assets under management." rel="noreferrer noopener">trading higher on Friday.</a>
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&#8220;JUSA demonstrates our ability to adapt proven strategies to meet the evolving needs of investors in today&#8217;s dynamic market and is an exciting addition to our active U.S. ETF offerings,&#8221; Harrington adds.
Since the introduction of the 2019 ETF Rule, which simplified the regulatory process, there has been significant growth in the assets held by active ETFs, particularly in categories like Large Blend and Large Value.
This trend underscores the increasing investor preference for ETFs, which offer diversified, cost-effective ways to gain equity exposure.
Managed by portfolio managers Ralph Zingone and Tim Snyder, who have implemented the strategy since 1988, JUSA offers a portfolio with a slightly lower active risk budget and a broader number of holdings.
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Exchange Traded Concepts Announces Launch of Hanwha Asset Management's PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) on the U.S. Market

한국 방산 부문을 미국 투자 시장에 소개하기 위해 미국 ETF 전문 투자자문 업체 익스체인지 트레이디드 컨셉(ETC)는 한화 자산운용의 PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDEF#NYSE">KDEF</a>)를 출시하여 투자자들에게 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">한국의 번창하는 방산 산업에 대한 노출</a>을 제공한다.
&#8220;우리는 PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF)를 미국 시장에 소개하게 되어 매우 기쁘다&#8221;라고 한화의 CEO 김종호가 말했다. &#8220;한국에 상장된 Plus K-Defense ETF의 기반 위에 확장된 이번 출시는 미국 투자자들에게 한국 방산 산업에 대한 노출을 제공할 수 있는 기회를 나타낸다. 이 ETF를 NYSE Arca에 상장하는 데 도움을 주신 익스체인지 트레이디드 컨셉의 지원에 감사드린다.&#8221;
KDEF는 한국 방산 산업 지수의 총 수익률 성과를 반영하는 것을 목표로 한다. 이 펀드는 0.65%의 순운용비용 비율을 가지고 있으며, 이는 경쟁력 있는 수치이다.
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한국 방산 산업 지수는 방산 관련 사업에 종사하는 한국 기업에 초점을 맞추고 있다. 여기에는 조선업, 위성 통신, 토목 공사 및 공공 시설 건설 등 여러 분야의 전문 기업이 포함된다. 이 새로운 ETF는 이러한 노출을 활용하는 것을 목표로 한다.
이 지수에 포함되기 위해서는 기업의 최소 시가총액이 3천억 원 이상이어야 하며, 이는 2025년 2월 5일 기준 약 2억 6천만 달러에 해당한다. 단일 구성 종목의 비중이 전체 지수의 20%를 초과할 수 없다. KDEF는 지수를 밀접하게 추적하며, 투자금의 최소 80%를 한국 방산 산업 지수에 포함된 증권에 배분한다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">정치적 불확실성에도 불구하고 시장은 여전히 회복세</h2>
1월 중순에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/01/42993441/south-korean-president-yoon-suk-yeol-arrested-kospi-edges-higher-despite-political-upheaval-won-stable">윤석열 대통령의 체포</a>라는 전례 없는 국가 정치적 위기에도 불구하고 한국 시장과 원화는 회복력을 보였다. 미국 투자자들에게 주요 지표인 iShares MSCI South Korea ETF는 대통령 체포 후 상승하여 한국 시장에 대한 투자자 신뢰를 반영했다.
또한, 기술 회사들이 한국으로 투자와 확장을 하고 있다. 예를 들어, 아이온큐(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>)는 한국 부산시와의 새로운 파트너십을 통해 글로벌 입지를 확장했다. 이 협력은 양자 기술을 발전시키고 지역 인재 개발을 지원하는 것을 목표로 한다.
안정성과 인상적인 성장률은 한국을 주요 관심 시장으로 만들며, 한국 증권에 투자하는 가장 안전한 방법은 ETF를 통해 투자하는 것이다. 한국 섹터에 노출된 다른 인기 ETF로는 Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>)와 iShares MSCI South Korea ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>)가 있으며, 이들 모두는 올해 들어 약 6% 상승했다.
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