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Upwork Inc is a United States-based company that operates an online marketplace that enables businesses to find and work with skilled independent professionals. The company develops platform for hiring and freelancing purposes. Its products offering include Upwork Basic, Upwork Plus, Upwork Business, Upwork Enterprise, and Upwork Payroll. The business generates revenue from Talent and Clients across the USA, India, the Philippines and the rest of the world. Substantial income is derived from providing services to clients.

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목요일(7일) 아침, 미국 주식 선물이 상승세를 보인 가운데, 오늘 투자자들의 관심을 끌 만한 종목은 다음과 같다. 

목요일 주목해야 할 주식: 허쉬, 업워크, 할리버튼, 애비드 바이오서비스 및 블록

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업워크(NASDAQ:UPWK) 주가는 수요일(6일) 장 마감 후 3분기 실적을 발표한 이후 상승하고 있다. 실적 보고서의 주요 수치를 살펴보자.실적 세부 사항: 업워크의 분기 주당순이익은 29센트로 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치 26센트를 상회했다. 또한 분기 매출은 1억 9380만 달러로, 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치 1억 8585만 달러를 상회했으며, 지난해 같은 기간 매출 1억 7573만 달러보다 증가했다.

업워크 3분기 실적 호조, 지침 상향, 자사주매입 발표 후 주가 상승

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글로벌 프리랜서 플랫폼 기업인 업워크(NASDAQ:UPWK)는 수요일 시장 마감 후 2분기 재무 결과를 발표한 후 주가가 하락했다. 이번 분기의 핵심 지표는 다음과 같다.

업워크: 2분기 매출 예상 상회, EPS 미달, AI 관련 업무 급증 발표 후 주가 하락

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Callan JMB Shares Resume Trade Then Again Halted On Circuit Breaker To The Downside, Stock Now Up 30.2%

Jamf Holding Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAMF#NASDAQ">JAMF</a>) just got a bullish nod from JPMorgan, with analyst Samik Chatterjee initiating coverage at Overweight and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/JAMF/analyst-ratings">$20 price target</a>—implying a &#8220;29% upside from current levels&#8221;.
The key drivers?
<ol>
<li>A rebound in enterprise IT spending</li>
<li>Expanding Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) adoption, and</li>
<li>A shot at meeting the coveted Rule of 40 in 2026.</li>
</ol>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Apple's Growing Enterprise Footprint</h2>
JAMF is a leader in Apple device management and the analyst sees a massive opportunity ahead. While Apple devices are already dominant in education, their enterprise adoption is catching up fast.
With JAMF's enterprise total addressable market (TAM) estimated at $46 billion—far larger than its $3 billion education TAM—the company is well-positioned to ride this wave.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43521639/apples-m5-chip-enters-mass-production-set-to-power-upcoming-macbook-pro-ipad-pro-and-vision-pro-report">Apple&#8217;s M5 Chip Enters Mass Production, Set To Power Upcoming MacBook Pro, iPad Pro And Vision Pro: Report</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Security Solutions &amp; Bundling Strategy Fuel Growth</h2>
JAMF isn't just about device management anymore, its security solutions provide an easier entry point for new customers, eliminating the need to displace incumbents. The company's land-and-expand approach—bundling security and management—allows it to capture more wallet share even from its existing customer base.
With security solutions targeting a $14 billion slice of its $22 billion serviceable available market (SAM), Chatterjee sees plenty of room for expansion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rule of 40: A Path To Re-Rating?</h2>
He also sees JAMF meeting the Rule of 40 by 2026, with 15% revenue growth and a 26% unlevered free cash flow (uFCF) margin. 
That's a key metric for software investors, as firms that hit this benchmark often command premium valuations. With JAMF currently trading at just 3x EV/Sales, Chatterjee sees a significant re-rating potential with JAMF &#8220;meeting the Rule of 40 with 15% revenue growth and 26% uFCF margin in 2026&#8221; to reach a more &#8220;appropriate valuation multiple ~6x EV/ Sales.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Operating Leverage To Drive Earnings Surge </h2>
While JAMF's growth slowed in recent years due to macro headwinds and hiring pullbacks, JPMorgan expects a turnaround. 
The firm forecasts ~12% revenue growth in 2025, with a much stronger 38% EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2026 driven by operating leverage.
With Apple's enterprise adoption accelerating and JAMF poised to capitalize, Chatterjee believes the stock is undervalued. 
His $20 price target, based on conservative multiples, leaves &#8220;ample further upside&#8221; if revenue growth re-accelerates. If JAMF executes on its plan and clears the Rule of 40 hurdle, this stock could see a serious re-rating.
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JAMF Stock: Apple Adoption, Rule Of 40 Could Unlock 29% Upside, Says JPMorgan

Tigress Financial analyst Ivan Feinseth maintains T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $280 to $290.

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Tigress Financial Maintains Buy on T-Mobile US, Raises Price Target to $290

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Lottery.com Shares Halted On Circuit Breaker To The Upside, Stock Now Up 57.2%

Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore maintains Skyworks Solutions (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWKS#NASDAQ">SWKS</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $87 to $72.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Skyworks Solutions, Lowers Price Target to $72

Morgan Stanley analyst Ravi Shanker maintains RXO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RXO#NYSE">RXO</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $27 to $25.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on RXO, Lowers Price Target to $25

Morgan Stanley analyst Ravi Shanker maintains Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $165 to $170.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Old Dominion Freight Line, Raises Price Target to $170

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Daniel Imbro reiterates Saia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIA#NASDAQ">SAIA</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $600 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Saia, Maintains $600 Price Target

Morgan Stanley analyst Thomas Yeh maintains New York Times (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NYT#NYSE">NYT</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $56 to $54.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on New York Times, Lowers Price Target to $54

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Morgan Stanley analyst Ryan Kenny maintains Moelis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MC#NYSE">MC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $95 to $100.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Moelis, Raises Price Target to $100

Technology has changed the way people interact with financial services. A significant shift has been the rise of AI chatbots in fintech. Banks, payment processors, and investment firms are integrating chatbots to provide real-time support, automate transactions, and even offer financial advice. While this innovation has benefits, the big question remains: can people truly trust machines with their financial well-being?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Role of AI Chatbots in Fintech</h2>
Financial institutions are under pressure to provide quick and efficient services. Traditional customer service models involving human representatives are costly and limited by working hours. AI chatbots solve this issue by offering 24/7 support, reducing response times, and improving efficiency. These chatbots can:
<ul>
<li>Assist with banking transactions, such as balance inquiries and fund transfers.</li>
<li>Provide fraud alerts and security recommendations.</li>
<li>Offer personalized budgeting advice based on spending patterns.</li>
<li>Guide users through loan applications or investment options.</li>
</ul>
A report based on artificial intelligence statistics indicates that 80% of financial institutions are either exploring or implementing AI-driven customer service tools, highlighting the rapid adoption of chatbots in fintech. Given the widespread adoption, it is important to evaluate whether chatbots are reliable enough to handle sensitive financial matters.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Appeal of AI Chatbots in Fintech</h2>
AI chatbots bring several advantages to financial services. Their ability to process data instantly allows them to offer fast and accurate solutions. Here are a few reasons why financial institutions are rapidly adopting them:
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Convenience and Availability</h3>
Customers no longer need to wait in long queues or be put on hold for extended periods. AI chatbots operate round the clock, ensuring users receive immediate responses regardless of time zones.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Cost Savings for Financial Institutions</h3>
Hiring and training human representatives is expensive. AI chatbots reduce customer service costs by handling routine inquiries, allowing banks to allocate human agents to more complex cases.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Personalized User Experience</h3>
By analyzing transaction history, chatbots provide personalized financial recommendations. They can suggest savings plans, alert users about unusual spending patterns, or remind them of bill payments.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. Fraud Detection and Security Alerts</h3>
Chatbots can monitor transactions in real time and flag suspicious activity. If an unusual transaction is detected, users are alerted immediately, helping prevent fraud.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Concerns: Can We Trust AI Chatbots?</h2>
Despite their benefits, many people remain skeptical about relying on chatbots for financial decisions. Trust is critical in the financial industry, and several concerns arise when machines replace human advisors.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Lack of Human Judgment</h3>
One major drawback is that chatbots operate based on predefined algorithms. While they can process large amounts of data, they lack human intuition. A chatbot might not understand the emotional aspects of a financial decision, such as when a customer is experiencing financial hardship and needs flexibility.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Security Risks and Data Privacy</h3>
Handling financial data requires strong security measures. While most financial institutions implement encryption and authentication protocols, chatbots remain vulnerable to cyberattacks. A 2022 <a href="https://www.ibm.com/reports/data-breach">study by IBM</a> found that the average cost of a data breach in the financial sector was $5.97 million, highlighting the risks of handling sensitive financial data through digital systems.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Errors and Miscommunication</h3>
AI chatbots can make mistakes, especially when handling complex queries. Unlike human agents, chatbots may misinterpret a request, leading to incorrect advice or transaction errors. In cases where customers need immediate financial assistance, a chatbot's failure to understand the urgency could lead to frustration or even financial loss.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. Trust Issues Among Users</h3>
According to a survey by Accenture, 67% of banking customers prefer interacting with a human agent for complex transactions. Many customers feel more confident when they receive financial guidance from a human representative rather than a chatbot.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Striking a Balance: AI Chatbots and Human Oversight</h2>
Given the limitations of AI chatbots, financial institutions need to find a balance between automation and human intervention. Some strategies to build trust include:
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Hybrid Customer Support Models</h3>
Instead of replacing human representatives entirely, banks can use AI chatbots for routine tasks while ensuring human agents are available for complex issues. This hybrid model improves efficiency while maintaining customer trust.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Transparency in AI Decision-Making</h3>
Users should be informed when they are interacting with a chatbot instead of a human. Additionally, chatbots should clearly explain how financial recommendations are made to avoid confusion.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Robust Security Measures</h3>
To protect customer data, institutions must use strong encryption, multi-factor authentication, and regular security audits. This ensures sensitive information remains safe from cyber threats.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. Continuous Learning and Improvement</h3>
AI chatbots must be continuously updated and trained to understand new financial regulations, emerging fraud patterns, and customer preferences. Regular improvements will help reduce errors and improve accuracy.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Are AI Chatbots the Future of Fintech?</h2>
The adoption of AI chatbots in fintech will only grow as technology improves. Chatbots already handle billions of transactions and customer interactions annually. Gartner predicts that in 2025, over 85% of customer service interactions in banking will be handled by AI-driven systems.
While AI chatbots provide efficiency and cost benefits, complete trust in them will depend on how financial institutions address concerns related to accuracy, security, and user confidence. The future of AI chatbots in fintech is promising, but they should complement human expertise rather than replace it entirely.
Financial decisions are highly personal and require careful consideration. For now, while chatbots are excellent assistants in fintech, human involvement remains essential for complex financial matters. As AI continues to evolve, the ultimate challenge will be striking the right balance between automation and the human touch.

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Barrington Research analyst Alexander Paris maintains Universal Technical (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTI#NYSE">UTI</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $30 to $35.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Universal Technical, Raises Price Target to $35

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Daniel Imbro reiterates Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $240 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Old Dominion Freight Line, Maintains $240 Price Target

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on Micron Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in MU often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 10 options trades for Micron Technology. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 30% bullish and 40% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $41,100, and 9 calls, totaling $453,030.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $85.0 and $120.0 for Micron Technology, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Micron Technology stands at 4901.2, with a total volume reaching 2,695.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Micron Technology, situated within the strike price corridor from $85.0 to $120.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Micron Technology 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738853156_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>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$13.4</td>
<td>$13.3</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>87</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$15.25</td>
<td>$15.0</td>
<td>$15.0</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.0K</td>
<td>799</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$11.55</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$61.2K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.94</td>
<td>$0.94</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$41.6K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$20.9</td>
<td>$20.55</td>
<td>$20.55</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$41.1K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Micron Technology</h3>
Micron is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world, specializing in memory and storage chips. Its primary revenue stream comes from dynamic random access memory, or DRAM, and it also has minority exposure to not-and or NAND, flash chips. Micron serves a global customer base, selling chips into data centers, mobile phones, consumer electronics, and industrial and automotive applications. The firm is vertically integrated.
In light of the recent options history for Micron Technology, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Micron Technology</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 661,463, with MU's price up by 1.71%, positioned at $95.2.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 41 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Micron Technology</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $91.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Micron Technology, maintaining a target price of $91. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Super Micro Computer.
Looking at options history for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) we detected 11 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 63% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 18% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $251,179 and 8, calls, for a total amount of $409,048.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $27.0 to $42.0 for Super Micro Computer during the past quarter. 
<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 Super Micro Computer's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Super Micro Computer's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $27.0 to $42.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Super Micro Computer Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738853150_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>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.34</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$106.8K</td>
<td>437</td>
<td>206</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$10.25</td>
<td>$10.05</td>
<td>$10.14</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$101.4K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$96.9K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>238</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$11.25</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.13</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$96.8K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>87</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$1.44</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$52.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Super Micro Computer, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Super Micro Computer's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,612,402, the price of SMCI is up by 1.76%, reaching $32.05.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 5 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Super Micro Computer</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $40.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Loop Capital persists with their Buy rating on Super Micro Computer, maintaining a target price of $40. 
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</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 GOOGL 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 Alphabet. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 33% leaning bullish and 66% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $224,561, and 8 are calls, amounting to $623,108.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</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 $220.0 for Alphabet during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Alphabet options trades today is 4703.64 with a total volume of 1,104.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Alphabet's big money trades within a strike price range of $150.0 to $220.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Alphabet 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738853145_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

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<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>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.4</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$162.9K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td align="right">124</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$50.0</td>
<td>$50.0</td>
<td>$50.0</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$150.0K</td>
<td>743</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$129.8K</td>
<td>861</td>
<td align="right">314</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.53</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$90.6K</td>
<td>21.1K</td>
<td align="right">217</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$51.15</td>
<td>$50.5</td>
<td>$51.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$61.2K</td>
<td>10.3K</td>
<td align="right">31</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Alphabet</h3>
Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV, YouTube Music among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform, or GCP, accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue with the firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) making up the rest.
In light of the recent options history for Alphabet, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Alphabet's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,047,975, the GOOGL's price is down by -0.79%, now at $189.82. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 77 days.</li>
</ul>
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Alphabet Unusual Options Activity

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSGE#NYSE">MSGE</a>) reported&nbsp;its&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43524713/madison-square-garden-entertainment-corp-reports-fiscal-2025-second-quarter-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal second-quarter&nbsp;2025</a>&nbsp;results Thursday.
Revenue grew by 1% year-on-year to $407.42 million, beating the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of $401.76 million.&nbsp;
EPS&nbsp;of $1.56&nbsp;missed the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$2.16</a>.
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In its 91st holiday season, the company sold approximately 1.1 million tickets across 200 shows, compared to over 1 million tickets sold over 193 last season.
Revenues from entertainment offerings remained firm year-on-year at $318.28 million, primarily due to lower event-related revenues, which were largely offset by an increase in revenues from the Christmas Spectacular production and higher revenues. 
Food, beverage and merchandise revenues increased 1% Y/Y to $59.3 million due to more Knicks and Rangers games played at The Garden and additional Christmas Spectacular performances. Three more Knicks and Rangers and the two additional Christmas performances were partially offset by lower food and beverage sales at concerts.
Event-related revenues decreased by $22.5 million due to lower concert revenues.
In addition, the&nbsp;company&nbsp;reported an adjusted operating income of $164.0 million, versus $160.1 million a year ago,&nbsp;primarily due to lower direct operating expenses and higher revenues, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses.&nbsp;
As of December 31, cash and equivalents&nbsp;stood&nbsp;at $55.2 million.
Madison Square Garden Entertainment stock gained 4% in the last 12 months. At least three Wall Street analysts cut <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSGE/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">their price targets</a> on the stock after the dismal <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41844770/madison-square-garden-q1-revenue-drops-concerts-impress" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter print</a>.
Price Action:&nbsp;MSGE stock was up 0.39% to $36.00 premarket at last check Thursday.
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Aflac (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFL#NYSE">AFL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 2.35% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.92%. Currently, Aflac has a market capitalization of $59.08 billion. 
Buying $1000 In AFL: If an investor had bought $1000 of AFL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,011.85 today based on a price of $106.34 for AFL at the time of writing.
<h3>Aflac's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738853110_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Aflac 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Morgan Stanley analyst Nathan Feather maintains Match Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTCH#NASDAQ">MTCH</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $32 to $33.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Match Group, Raises Price Target to $33

Changing employment preferences and blending income opportunities with personal freedom have fueled the gig economy's rapid growth. Thus, investors can explore stable gig economy stocks, DoorDash (DASH), Upwork (UPWK), and Fiverr (FVRR), which are transforming how work gets done. Read on… The gig economy market has witnessed an impressive surge in recent years, driven by the sweeping wave of digitization reshaping businesses and services. As technology bridges gaps like never before, the demand for flexible, on-demand labor skyrockets, offering businesses the agility to adapt swiftly to market needs.
Amid this backdrop, investors could consider buying fundamentally stable gig economy stocks DoorDash, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/DASH/">DASH</a>), Upwork Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPWK/">UPWK</a>) and Fiverr International Ltd. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FVRR/">FVRR</a>). These companies are actively transforming the workforce and are well-positioned to capitalize on the growth of the gig economy market.
The <a href="https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/11/what-gig-economy-workers/">gig economy</a> is not just a trend but a revolution redefining how people work. In this dynamic ecosystem, independent contractors and freelancers take center stage, filling temporary and part-time roles. From ride-hailing apps to food delivery services, this innovative model drives productivity and employment growth globally.
In 2024 alone, the gig economy reached a staggering <a href="https://www.businessresearchinsights.com/market-reports/gig-economy-market-102503">market size of $556.7 billion</a>. By 2032, this number is projected to skyrocket to $1.85 trillion. <a href="https://velocityglobal.com/resources/blog/gig-economy-statistics/">More than 59 million American</a> citizens, 36% of the U.S. workforce, have embraced freelance work, reshaping the employment landscape and breaking conventional job norms.
This exponential growth stems from multiple factors. The rise of delivery applications now connects gig workers with countless homes for food and product deliveries. Flexible working hours appeal to those juggling responsibilities while rising living costs push many to seek income beyond traditional 9-to-5 employment.
According to a report by Business Research Insights, the global gig economy market size is expected to reach $1.85 trillion in 2032, growing at a <a href="https://www.businessresearchinsights.com/market-reports/gig-economy-market-102503">CAGR of 16.2%</a>.
Now, let us dive deep into the fundamentals of three gig economy stocks, starting with #3.
Stock #3: DoorDash, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/DASH/">DASH</a>)
DASH operates a commerce platform connecting merchants, consumers, and independent contractors. The company operates DoorDash Marketplace and Wolt Marketplace, which offer services like customer acquisition, demand generation, order fulfillment, merchandising, payment processing, and customer support.
On November 26, 2024, DASH Canada and Walmart Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">WMT</a>) Canada <a href="https://ir.doordash.com/news/news-details/2024/Walmart-Canada-and-DoorDash-Canada-Join-Forces-To-Bring-Everyday-Low-Prices-To-More-Canadians/default.aspx">announced a collaboration</a> to provide Canadians across the country with on-demand access to grocery and general merchandise essentials. The collaboration aims to deliver affordable and convenient shopping options through the DASH app and ensure stable user growth for the company.
On October 30, 2024, DASH <a href="https://ir.doordash.com/news/news-details/2024/DoorDash-and-Lyft-Partner-to-Unlock-Exclusive-Benefits/default.aspx">announced a partnership</a> with Lyft (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LYFT/">LYFT</a>) to offer monthly rideshare benefits for DashPass members at no additional cost and a free trial of DashPass for eligible LYFT riders. The partnership could drive customer growth for both companies and bring in new revenue streams through free trial offerings.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, DASH's revenue increased 25% year-over-year to $2.71 billion. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">income from operations</a> came in at $107 million, compared to a loss of $108 million in the previous year's quarter.
Additionally, net income attributable to DASH was reported to be $162 million compared to a net loss of $73 million in the previous year's quarter. Moreover, net income per share attributable to DASH Class A and Class B common stockholders amounted to $0.38 compared to a loss per share of $0.19 in the previous year's quarter.
Analysts expect DASH's revenue and EPS for the fiscal fourth quarter that ended December 2024 to increase 23.3% and 122.4% year-over-year to $2.84 billion and $0.94, respectively. The company topped the consensus revenue estimates in all four trailing quarters, which is impressive.
Shares of DASH have surged 58.8% over the past six months and 76.9% over the past year to close the last trading session at $170.65.
DASH <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its sound fundamentals. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
DASH has an A grade for Growth and a B for Sentiment and Quality. Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet-services/">Internet - Services</a> industry, DASH is ranked #8 out of 24 stocks.
In addition to the POWR Rating highlighted above, you can check DASH's ratings for Stability, Momentum, and Value <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/DASH/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Upwork Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPWK/">UPWK</a>)
UPWK operates a work marketplace that connects businesses with various independent professionals and agencies. Its work marketplace provides access to talent with various skills across a range of categories like administrative support, sales and marketing, design and creative, customer service, and more.
On October 16, 2024, UPWK <a href="https://investors.upwork.com/news-releases/news-release-details/upwork-expands-ai-innovation-and-unveils-new-solutions-better">enhanced Uma's AI capabilities</a>, boosting business-freelancer collaboration and productivity. The innovation strengthens UPWK's competitive edge, attracting more users and driving growth. By delivering superior outcomes tailored to diverse needs, the company is positioned as a leader in the AI revolution.
On August 1, 2024, UPWK <a href="https://investors.upwork.com/news-releases/news-release-details/beeline-and-upwork-announce-strategic-partnership-deliver">partnered with Beeline</a>, a top technology provider, to streamline hiring and centralize contingent workforce management. The collaboration offers enterprises an end-to-end solution to source, hire, and engage highly skilled independent professionals, enhancing efficiency and positioning UPWK as a key player in workforce innovation.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, UPWK's total revenue increased 10.3% year-over-year to $193.78 million. Its non-GAAP income from operations increased 35.6% from the year-ago value to $39.96 million.
Furthermore, the company's non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP EPS rose 35.6% and 38.1% from the prior year's quarter to $39.16 million and $0.29, respectively.
Street expects UPWK's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year that ended December 2024 to increase 10.1% and 95.8% year-over-year to $758.89 million and $1.02, respectively. Additionally, the company surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all four trailing quarters, which is noteworthy.
UPWK's shares have surged 59.8% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $16.41.
UPWK's robust prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
UPWK has a B grade for Growth, Value, and Quality. Within the Internet - Services industry, it is ranked #3 out of 24 stocks.
To access UPWK's Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPWK/">click here</a>.
Stock #1: Fiverr International Ltd. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FVRR/">FVRR</a>)
Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, FVRR operates an online marketplace that enables sellers to sell their services and buyers to buy them. Its platform offers its services in various categories, including graphic and design, digital marketing, writing and translation, video and animation, music and audio, programming and tech, and more.
On December 12, 2024, FVRR <a href="https://investors.fiverr.com/news-releases/news-release-details/dynamic-matching-fiverrs-new-approach-finding-freelancers">released Dynamic Matching</a>, a new AI-assisted matching tool that transforms how businesses can find and hire freelancers. Simplifying the hiring process supports user growth and strengthens FVRR's position as a leader in freelance marketplace innovation.
For the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, FVRR's revenue increased 7.7% year-over-year to $99.63 million. Its non-GAAP gross profit rose 6.2% from the year-ago value to $83.68 million.
Additionally, the company's non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP net income per share attributable to ordinary shareholders grew 8.7% and 16.9% from the prior year's quarter to $24.61 million and $0.69, respectively.
The consensus revenue and EPS estimates of $101.39 million and $0.68 for the fiscal fourth quarter that ended December 2024 exhibit a year-over-year rise of 10.8% and 21.4%, respectively. Moreover, the company surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
FVRR's shares have surged 30.8% over the past three months and 50.5% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $32.04.
FVRR's robust fundamentals are mirrored in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
FVRR has a B grade for Growth, Value, and Quality. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry, it is ranked #9 out of 84 stocks.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FVRR/">Click here</a> to access FVRR's ratings for Stability, Momentum, and Sentiment.
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DASH shares were unchanged in premarket trading Friday. Year-to-date, DASH has gained 1.73%, versus a -0.25% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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With the surge in online businesses, the domain registration market is flourishing. Against this backdrop, does VeriSign's (VRSN) exclusive control over .com and .net domains make it a compelling and secure investment opportunity? Read on… The increasing digitization of businesses, the growth of internet-connected devices, and the rising importance of online branding have all contributed to the growth of the domain name market in recent years. As more businesses recognize the necessity of a robust online presence, the demand for domain names continues to rise.
Amid this thriving environment, VeriSign, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/VRSN/">VRSN</a>) stands out with its exclusive rights to manage .com and .net domain names. As the sole administrator of .com domains, VRSN controls a critical piece of internet infrastructure, solidifying its position as a highly valuable asset in the digital world.
Apart from that, the company also operates a directory for .name and .cc; and back-end systems for .edu, domain names, having established a monopoly in the domain name market.
By the end of the third quarter of 2024, VRSN reported a total of 169.6 million .com and .net domain name registrations in its domain name base. During this period, the company processed <a href="https://investor.verisign.com/news-releases/news-release-details/verisign-reports-third-quarter-2024-results">9.3 million new domain registrations</a> for .com and .net. Additionally, the final renewal rate for .com and .net domains stood at 72.7%.
VRSN's efforts resonate not only in its offerings but also in its stock performance. The stock climbed 9% over the past three months and delivered a gain of 16.4% over the past six months, closing the last trading session at $206.96.
Now, let us delve deeper into the factors that could shape VRSN's performance in the near future.
Stable Historical Growth
Over the past three years, VRSN has demonstrated consistent growth across key financial metrics. Its revenue grew at a CAGR of 5.7%, while EBITDA rose at a 6.7% CAGR. Moreover, operational income (EBIT) expanded at a CAGR of 7.4%, Additionally, VRSN's net income and EPS grew at a CAGR of 12% and 16.6%, respectively.
Strong Financials
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, VRSN's revenues increased 3.8% year-over-year to $390.60 million. Its operating income grew 5.9% from the prior year's quarter to $269.30 million.
Moreover, the company's net income and EPS rose 6.8% and 13.1% year-over-year to $201.30 million and $2.07, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, VRSN's cash and cash equivalents amounted to $267.30 million compared to $240.10 million on December 31, 2023.
Favorable Analyst Estimates
Analysts expect VRSN's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year that ended December 2024 to increase 4.3% and 1.7% year-over-year to $1.56 billion and $8.03, respectively. Moreover, the company exceeded the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the four trailing quarters, which is noteworthy.
For the full fiscal year ending December 2025, VRSN's revenue and EPS are expected to rise 3.5% and 8.1% from the previous year, reaching $1.61 billion and $8.68, respectively.
High Profitability
VRSN's trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/g/gross_profit_margin.asp">gross profit margin</a> of 87.58% is 72.4% higher than the industry average of 50.82%. Its trailing-12-month EBITDA margin stands at 70.62%, 576.9% higher than the industry average of 10.43%.
In addition, the company boasts a trailing-12-month net income margin of 55.69%, which is significantly higher than the sector average of 3.79%. Also, the stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin of 47.21% outperforms the industry average of 11.39% by 314.4%.
POWR Ratings Reflects Optimism
VRSN's sound fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
VRSN has an A grade for Quality, supported by profitability measures that exceed industry benchmarks. Its B grade for Sentiment is in line with the optimistic analyst estimates.
Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet-services/">Internet - Services</a> industry, VRSN is ranked #10 out of 24 stocks. Beyond what is stated above, we have also given VRSN grades for Stability, Momentum, Growth, and Value. Get all VRSN ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/VRSN/">here</a>.
Bottom Line
Having established a monopoly in the domain name market and owning exclusive rights to manage the highly demanded .com and .net domain names, VRSN stands out as a titan in the industry. As companies increasingly tidy up their online presence, the growth of the company seems to only go up from here.
Considering VRSN's high profitability, strong financials, optimistic analyst estimates, and strategic market position, now might be the ideal time to consider adding VRSN to one's investment portfolio.
How Does VeriSign, Inc. (VRSN) Stack Up Against Its Peers?
Although VRSN's near-term outlook appears sound, it may be worthwhile to explore its industry peers, who also exhibit even stronger POWR Ratings. So, consider these A (Strong Buy) and B (Buy) rated stocks from the Internet - Services industry:
Upwork Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPWK/">UPWK</a>)
Similarweb Ltd. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SMWB/">SMWB</a>)
Liquidity Services, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LQDT/">LQDT</a>)
To explore more A or B-rated Internet - Services stocks, <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet-services/">click here</a>.
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VRSN shares were unchanged in premarket trading Thursday. Year-to-date, VRSN has declined 0.00%, versus a 0.00% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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목요일(7일) 아침, 미국 주식 선물이 상승세를 보인 가운데, 오늘 투자자들의 관심을 끌 만한 종목은 다음과 같다.
<ul>
<li>월가에서는 실적 발표를 앞둔 허쉬 컴퍼니(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>)의 분기 주당순이익은 2.56달러, 매출운 30억 8천만 달러로 예상하고 있다. <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">벤징가 프로</a> 데이터에 따르면, 허쉬 주가는 장전 시간외거래에서 1.2% 상승한 177.98달러에 거래되고 있다.</li>
<li>업워크(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPWK#NASDAQ">UPWK</a>)의 3분기 재무 실적은 예상치를 상회했고 1억 달러 규모의 자사주매입 프로그램을 발표했다. 또한 업워크는 4분기 매출을 1억 7,800만 달러~1억 8,300만 달러 범위, 조정 주당순이익을 24센트~28센트 범위로 예상했다. 업워크 주가는 장전 시간외거래에서 7% 상승한 15.60달러에 거래되고 있다.</li>
<li>애널리스트들은 실적 발표를 앞둔 할리버튼 컴퍼니(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>)의 분기 주당순이익을 75센트, 매출을 58억 3천만 달러로 예상한다. 오늘 개장 전 실적을 발표할 것이다. 장전 시간외거래에서 할리버튼의 주가는 0.3% 상승한 30.60달러에 거래되고 있다.</li>
</ul>
자세한 내용은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/">프리마켓 커버리지</a>를 확인하세요.
<ul>
<li>애비드 바이오서비스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDMO#NASDAQ">CDMO</a>)는 GHO 캐피털 파트너스와 앰퍼샌드에 11억 달러로 인수되기로 합의했다. 애비드의 주가는 장전 시간외거래에서 11.6% 상승한 12.25달러에 거래되고 있다.</li>
<li>애널리스트들은 곧 실적을 발표하는 블록(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>)의 주당순이익을 87센트, 매출을 62억 4천만 달러로 예상한다. 블록 주가는 장전 시간외거래에서 0.4% 상승한 77.98달러에 거래되고 있다.</li>
</ul>
더 읽기: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/global/europe/asml-%ED%99%80%EB%94%A9-%ED%8A%B8%EB%9F%BC%ED%94%84-%EB%8B%B9%EC%84%A0-%ED%9B%84-%EC%99%9C-2-%EC%9D%B4%EC%83%81-%ED%95%98%EB%9D%BD%ED%96%88%EC%9D%84%EA%B9%8C/">ASML 홀딩, 트럼프 당선 후 왜 2% 이상 하락했을까?</a>
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업워크(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPWK#NASDAQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UPWK</a>) 주가는 수요일(6일) 장 마감 후 3분기 실적을 발표한 이후 상승하고 있다. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/g41786339/upwork-reports-third-quarter-2024-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener">실적 보고서의 주요 수치</a>를 살펴보자.
실적 세부 사항: 업워크의 분기 주당순이익은 29센트로 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치 26센트를 상회했다. 또한 분기 매출은 1억 9380만 달러로, 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치 1억 8585만 달러를 상회했으며, 지난해 같은 기간 매출 1억 7573만 달러보다 증가했다.
<ul>
<li>활성 고객 수는 전년 동기 대비 2% 증가한 85만 5,000명이었다.</li>
<li>2024년 3분기 잉여현금흐름은 9,800만 달러로 2023년 3분기의 3,340만 달러 대비 증가했다.</li>
<li>매니지드 서비스(Managed Services) 매출은 전년 동기 대비 5% 증가했다. 이는 업무 결과물 제공에 대한 수요 증가와 신규 매니지드 서비스 고객의 강력한 파이프라인을 반영한 것이다.</li>
<li>프리랜서 플러스(Freelancer Plus) 구독 매출은 3분기에 전년 동기 대비 48% 증가했다.</li>
</ul>
또한 업워크는 1억 달러의 자사주매입 프로그램을 발표했다.
더 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41781921/what-does-trumps-victory-mean-for-ev-giant-tesla-and-the-big-3-automakers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">트럼프의 승리가 전기차 대기업 테슬라와 빅3 자동차 제조사에게 의미하는 바는?</a>
헤이든 브라운(Hayden Brown) 업워크 사장 겸 CEO는 &#8220;우리는 계속해서 엄청난 시장 기회를 포착하고 전략을 실행해 3분기에는 전년 대비 10%의 매출 성장과 사상 최고 순이익을 달성하는 등 지속적이고 수익성 있는 성장을 이어가고 있다&#8221;고 말했다.
"우리는 세계에서 가장 숙련된 프리랜서 전문가들이 최첨단 AI 도구와 함께 작업한 결과물을 온디맨드 방식으로 고객에게 제공함으로써 장기적인 주주 가치를 구축하고 있다. 이번 분기에는 업워크의 마인드풀 AI인 Uma의 새로운 기능을 통해 AI 기반 혁신이 가속화되어 인재를 매칭하고 채용하는 주요 단계를 간소화하고 마켓플레이스와 매니지드 서비스 제품 모두에서 성과를 제공했다.&#8221;
전망: 업워크는 4분기 매출을 1억 7,800만 달러~1억 8,300만 달러 범위, 조정 주당순이익은 24센트~28센트 사이로 예상했다.
업워크 주가 움직임: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">벤징가 프로</a>에 따르면 주가는 수요일 발표 이후 애프터마켓에서 5.49$ 상승한 15.38달러에서 거래되고 있다.
더 읽기:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/11/41774549/trumps-big-tech-policies-what-gop-victory-means-for-apple-google-microsoft" target="_blank" rel="noopener">트럼프의 빅테크 정책: 공화당 승리가 애플, 구글 그리고 마이크로소프트에 의미하는 바는?</a></li>
</ul>
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글로벌 프리랜서 플랫폼 기업인 업워크(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPWK#NASDAQ">UPWK</a>)는 수요일 시장 마감 후 2분기 재무 결과를 발표한 후 주가가 하락했다. 이번 분기의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/g40232287/upwork-reports-second-quarter-2024-financial-results">핵심 지표</a>는 다음과 같다.
<ul>
<li>2분기 매출: 1억 9,310만 달러, 1억 9,304만 달러 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">예상</a></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>2분기 EPS: 17센트, 23센트에 대한 예상</li>
</ul>
총 매출은 전년 대비 15% 증가했다. 활성 고객 수는 전년 대비 6% 증가한 868,000명을 기록했다. 영업 활동으로 제공된 현금은 해당 분기에 3,730만 달러를 기록했다. 업워크는 해당 분기에 3,350만 달러의 잉여 현금 흐름을 창출했으며 이는 전년도 분기의 100만 달러에 비해 증가한 수치이다.
2분기 AI 관련 업무의 총매출액(GSV)은 전년 동기 대비 67% 증가했다. AI 관련 프로젝트에 참여하는 고객들은 전년 대비 50% 증가했다. 업워크는 또한 AI 관련 작업을 수행하는 프리랜서 전문가들이 AI 관련 작업이 아닌 작업을 수행하는 프리랜서들보다 시간당 47% 더 많은 급여를 받는다고 지적했다.
업워크의 대표이사이자 CEO인 헤이든 브라운(Hayden Brown)은 &#8220;우리 모델의 강점과 시장 리더십 위치를 통해 우리는 시장 품질에 투자하면서 고용 업계 전반에 걸쳐 기존 기업보다 계속해서 뛰어난 성과를 낼 수 있다&#8221;고 말했다.
"AI 업무 혁신을 활용하는 고객을 위한 업무 솔루션을 혁신하면서 우리 비즈니스의 장기적인 성장 전망에 대한 우리의 확신은 계속된다."
전망: 업워크의 3분기 매출은 추정치 1억 9,300만 달러에 비해 1억 7,900만~1억 8,400만 달러에 이를 것으로 예상된다. 이 회사는 3분기 조정 이익이 주당 23센트 추정치에 비해 주당 23센트에서 25센트 사이가 될 것으로 예상하고 있다.
업워크는 2024년 연간 매출을 7억 3,500만 달러에서 7억 4,500만 달러로 예상한다. 연간 이익은 주당 90센트에서 94센트 사이가 될 것으로 예상된다.
UPWK 가격 움직임: 업워크의 주식은 수요일 시간외 거래에서 8.71% 하락한 9.55달러를 기록했다.
Photo: <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/firmbee-663163/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=6062425" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Firmbee</a> from Pixabay.
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