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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ZM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 9 uncommon options trades for Zoom Video Comms.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 33% bullish and 55%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $285,135, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $366,055.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $75.0 to $120.0 for Zoom Video Comms during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Zoom Video Comms's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Zoom Video Comms's whale activity within a strike price range from $75.0 to $120.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Zoom Video Comms Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731701833_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<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>ZM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$14.95</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$14.9</td>
<td>$92.50</td>
<td>$140.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">94</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$121.0K</td>
<td>394</td>
<td align="right">384</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$11.55</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$112.0K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td align="right">366</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$10.0</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$98.5K</td>
<td>231</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
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<td>ZM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.41</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$38.4K</td>
<td>275</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Zoom Video Comms</h3>
Zoom Video Communications provides a communications platform that connects people through video, voice, chat, and content sharing. The company's cloud-native platform enables face-to-face video and connects users across various devices and locations in a single meeting. Zoom, which was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Jose, California, serves companies of all sizes from all industries around the world.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Zoom Video Comms, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Zoom Video Comms's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,232,484, with ZM's price down by -1.74%, positioned at $81.19.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 10 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Zoom Video Comms</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $85.5.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Zoom Video Comms, maintaining a target price of $86. 
&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from Wedbush has upgraded their rating to Outperform and adjusted the price target to $85. 
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Spotlight on Zoom Video Comms: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) has been analyzed by 11 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives 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.
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<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>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $78.55, along with a high estimate of $95.00 and a low estimate of $60.00. This current average has increased by 3.48% from the previous average price target of $75.91. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731528045_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Zoom Video Comms among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<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>
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<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parker Lane</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rishi Jaluria</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Niknam</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Phil Winslow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Power</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nikolay Beliov</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$78.00</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 Zoom Video Comms. 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 Zoom Video Comms compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Zoom Video Comms's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Zoom Video Comms's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Zoom Video Comms analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Zoom Video Comms Better</h2>
Zoom Video Communications provides a communications platform that connects people through video, voice, chat, and content sharing. The company's cloud-native platform enables face-to-face video and connects users across various devices and locations in a single meeting. Zoom, which was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Jose, California, serves companies of all sizes from all industries around the world.
<h3>Financial Insights: Zoom Video Comms</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Zoom Video Comms showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.09% as of 31 July, 2024. This reflects 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Zoom Video Comms's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 18.84%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Zoom Video Comms's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.6%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 2.11%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Zoom Video Comms's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.01.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per 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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Cracking The Code: Understanding Analyst Reviews For Zoom Video Comms

Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintains Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $68 to $86.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Zoom Video Comms, Raises Price Target to $86

Zoom Video Comms's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NYSE">ZM</a>) short percent of float has risen 9.93% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.68 million shares sold short, which is 3.32% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.18 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/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Zoom Video Comms Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730472317_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Zoom Video Comms 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 Zoom Video Comms'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://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Zoom Video Comms's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.16%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">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.

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<li>By supporting both Microsoft Teams and Zoom, Meeting Insights enables organizations to centralize insights from all meeting data, providing a comprehensive view of organizational knowledge and fostering informed decision-making.</li>
<li>Key features include AI-powered meeting summaries, action item extraction, cross-platform searchable meeting repository, real-time transcription with speaker identification and "Prep My Meeting" feature for quick context on upcoming meetings.</li>
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Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives upgrades Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and raises the price target from $80 to $85.

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Gaming
Nintendo Co., Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) has officially announced the "Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program," allowing up to 10,000 participants to test a new feature related to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41280517/how-to-join-nintendos-playtest-program-to-experience-new-switch-online-feature" rel="noreferrer noopener">the&nbsp;Nintendo Switch Online service</a>.
FIFA has announced a fresh partnership with&nbsp;Konami Group ADR, marking the return of the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41279567/fifa-partners-with-konami-for-efootball-fifae-world-cup-revival" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;FIFAe World Cup tournament</a>.
Sony Group Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) has revealed the full slate of new additions coming to the PlayStation Plus Games Catalog for October 2024, giving subscribers a variety of games to look forward to across <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41277228/playstation-plus-october-2024-dead-island-2-leads-spooky-lineup-of-14-games" rel="noreferrer noopener">both the&nbsp;Extra and Premium tiers</a>.
Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41209970/netflix-analysts-turn-more-optimistic-ahead-of-earnings-expensive-for-a-reason" rel="noreferrer noopener">Netflix Analysts Turn More Optimistic Ahead Of Earnings: &#8216;Expensive For A Reason&#8217;</a>
Media, Communication &amp; Music
ByteDance-owned&nbsp;TikTok&nbsp;is facing legal action from&nbsp;13 U.S. states and the&nbsp;District of Columbia.&nbsp;The states accuse TikTok of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41243023/tiktok-gets-sued-13-states-and-dc-accuse-chinese-platform-of-boosting-corporate-profits-via-social-m" rel="noreferrer noopener">causing harm to its younger users</a>.
Following the success of "Oppenheimer," renowned director&nbsp;Christopher Nolan has reportedly joined forces with actor&nbsp;Matt Damon for a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41266961/christopher-nolan-taps-matt-damon-for-mystery-2026-imax-epic-is-universals-big-bet-likely-t" rel="noreferrer noopener">new&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41266961/christopher-nolan-taps-matt-damon-for-mystery-2026-imax-epic-is-universals-big-bet-likely-t" rel="noreferrer noopener">Imax Corporation</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41266961/christopher-nolan-taps-matt-damon-for-mystery-2026-imax-epic-is-universals-big-bet-likely-t" rel="noreferrer noopener"> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IMAX#NYSE">IMAX</a>)</a>.
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) is gearing up to launch&nbsp;AI avatars&nbsp;that can communicate on behalf <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41265317/zoom-custom-ai-avatars-can-now-deliver-messages-to-your-team-as-you-skipping-boring-remote-meetings" rel="noreferrer noopener">of users by posing as them</a>.
Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41215414/goldman-sachs-raises-forecast-on-spotify-cites-user-engagement-growth-and-potential" rel="noreferrer noopener">Goldman Sachs Raises Forecast On Spotify, Cites User Engagement Growth and Potential Deluxe Tier Revenue</a>
Technology
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) disclosed plans for its next-gen&nbsp;MI350&nbsp;chip, aimed at competing with NVIDIA Corporation&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) new Blackwell system, with shipping anticipated&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41284533/nvidias-blackwell-chip-faces-amds-mi350-challenge-in-2025-ceo-lisa-su-says-beginning-not-the-end-of" rel="noreferrer noopener">in the second half of&nbsp;2025</a>.
Advanced Micro Devices launched several new high-performance computing solutions at the event, including fifth Gen AMD EPYC server CPUs, AMD Instinct MI325X accelerators, AMD Pensando Salina DPUs, AMD Pensando Pollara 400 NICs and AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 series <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41282666/what-happened-with-amd-stock-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">processors for enterprise AI PCs</a>.&nbsp;
Taiwanese contract manufacturer Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HNHPF#OTC">HNHPF</a>) the company, which is popularly called&nbsp;Foxconn&nbsp;is gearing up to construct the&nbsp;largest <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41221276/apple-supplier-foxconn-to-build-worlds-largest-nvidia-superchip-factory-amid-soaring-ai-demand" rel="noreferrer noopener">manufacturing facility&nbsp;for&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41221276/apple-supplier-foxconn-to-build-worlds-largest-nvidia-superchip-factory-amid-soaring-ai-demand" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nvidia&#8217;s </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41221276/apple-supplier-foxconn-to-build-worlds-largest-nvidia-superchip-factory-amid-soaring-ai-demand" rel="noreferrer noopener">GB200 chip</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google&nbsp;is rolling out new AI-powered security features for Android devices aimed at preventing phone theft. These features, which were&nbsp;initially announced in May, are designed to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41204898/google-starts-rolling-out-ai-powered-security-features-to-combat-android-phone-theft" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">automatically secure a device if it is stolen</a>.
Following&nbsp;the antitrust verdict,&nbsp;Google has made moves to halt changes <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41220186/google-will-continue-to-fight-epic-games-in-court-to-halt-epic-requested-changes-to-play-store-under" rel="noreferrer noopener">proposed by&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41220186/google-will-continue-to-fight-epic-games-in-court-to-halt-epic-requested-changes-to-play-store-under" rel="noreferrer noopener">Epic Games</a>.
Amazon.com, Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) cloud computing platform,&nbsp;Amazon Web Services&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Matt Garman&nbsp;disclosed that the company had been delving into generative AI long&nbsp;before it <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41201296/aws-ceo-matt-garman-once-an-intern-says-they-were-pioneering-generative-ai-at-amazon-long-before-cha" rel="noreferrer noopener">became a widely&nbsp;accepted concept</a>.
Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41257775/uber-well-positioned-despite-tesla-robotaxi-threat-analyst-says" rel="noreferrer noopener">Uber &#8216;Well Positioned&#8217; Despite Tesla Robotaxi Threat, Analyst Says</a>
Roblox Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>) formally rejected the accusations levied in a recent report by&nbsp;Hindenburg Research, an investment firm <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41255828/roblox-denies-hindenburgs-accusations-of-inflating-metrics-failing-at-child-safety-calls-them-misl" rel="noreferrer noopener">known for&nbsp;activist short-selling</a>.
Smartphones
Earlier this year, tech giants&nbsp;Alphabet and&nbsp;Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) joined forces to simplify the process of moving photos and videos between <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41265188/how-to-switch-from-google-photos-to-apples-icloud" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their platforms by launching a tool</a>.
Amazon.com and&nbsp;Apple have announced a collaboration, as per which&nbsp;Apple TV+ will be <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41264628/apple-tv-coming-to-amazon-prime-video-this-month-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-9-99-add-o" rel="noreferrer noopener">available through&nbsp;Prime Video</a>.
Apple&nbsp;is reportedly planning to launch a health-focused smart ring by 2026, according to a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41222158/apples-smart-ring-could-launch-by-2026-in-line-with-tim-cooks-health-centric-vision" rel="noreferrer noopener">forecast by analysts at CCS Insight</a>.
Elon Musk &amp; Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)&nbsp;Robotaxi is set to disrupt the autonomous driving market, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/10/41238300/tesla-robotaxi-ambitions-come-as-most-americans-grow-wary-of-autonomous-tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">currently led by </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/10/41238300/tesla-robotaxi-ambitions-come-as-most-americans-grow-wary-of-autonomous-tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alphabet&#8217;s </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/10/41238300/tesla-robotaxi-ambitions-come-as-most-americans-grow-wary-of-autonomous-tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Waymo</a>.
CEO&nbsp;Elon Musk's social media platform,&nbsp;X, formerly&nbsp;Twitter, has been granted permission by Brazil's Supreme Court to&nbsp;recommence<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41242624/elon-musk-vows-to-defend-freedom-of-speech-but-within-the-boundaries-of-the-law-as-x-gets-brazil-gre" rel="noreferrer noopener"> its operations&nbsp;in the country</a>.
The Federal Communications Commission or FCC has temporarily authorized&nbsp;Elon Musk-led&nbsp;SpaceX and&nbsp;T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) to provide direct-to-cell service via Starlink satellites in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41200194/spacex-and-t-mobiles-direct-to-cell-satellite-service-for-hurricane-hit-areas-green-lighted-by-fcc-a" rel="noreferrer noopener">areas&nbsp;impacted by Hurricane Helene</a>.
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ChatGPT-parent&nbsp;OpenAI has disclosed that its platform is being misused by malicious entities to meddle with democratic <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41267154/ahead-of-trump-vs-harris-faceoff-chatgpt-parent-openai-uncovers-election-interference-misuse-but-see" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">elections across the globe</a>.
Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41239978/s-p-500-earnings-season-kicks-off-why-analysts-call-this-quarter-a-stock-pickers-pa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">S&amp;P 500 Earnings Season Kicks Off: Why Analysts Call This Quarter &#8216;A Stock Picker&#8217;s Paradise&#8217;</a>

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Needham analyst Ryan Koontz reiterates Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Hold.

Reiteration

Needham Reiterates Hold on Zoom Video Comms

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$39.7K</td>
<td>78.6K</td>
<td>215.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
<td>21.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$37.2K</td>
<td>19.2K</td>
<td>17.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$39.7K</td>
<td>83</td>
<td>13.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$25.6K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>8.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$34.4K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FIVN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$49.1K</td>
<td>84</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SNOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$23.50</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
<td>$59.2K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on October 11, 2024. Parties traded 284 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.7K, with a price of $140.0 per contract. There were 78645 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 215392 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on October 11, 2024. Parties traded 117 contract(s) at a $165.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $250.0 per contract. There were 6528 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 21490 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PLTR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 633 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 28 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.2K, with a price of $59.0 per contract. There were 19253 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 17445 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ZM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 8 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 984 contract(s) at a $74.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 66 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.7K, with a price of $40.0 per contract. There were 83 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 13824 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on October 11, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $106.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.6K, with a price of $128.0 per contract. There were 3806 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8992 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on November 1, 2024. Parties traded 983 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.4K, with a price of $35.0 per contract. There were 2264 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3102 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FIVN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 71 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 546 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.1K, with a price of $90.0 per contract. There were 84 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2513 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SNOW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 55 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $475.0 per contract. There were 3848 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2023 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 590 contract(s) at a $23.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.0K, with a price of $78.0 per contract. There were 4807 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1812 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $415.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.2K, with a price of $596.0 per contract. There were 3716 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1551 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Information Technology Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

RBC Capital analyst Rishi Jaluria reiterates Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $95 price target.

RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on Zoom Video Comms, Maintains $95 Price Target

Zoom Video Communications Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) is stepping boldly into the future of productivity with the recent unveiling of its AI Companion 2.0 at the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41265317/zoom-custom-ai-avatars-can-now-deliver-messages-to-your-team-as-you-skipping-boring-remote-meetings">Zoomtopia 2024 user conference.</a>
As the company pivots from its original identity as a video conferencing platform, it is now positioning itself as a leader in workplace productivity and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. 
JPMorgan analyst Mark R. Murphy emphasized that this strategic shift is designed to capitalize on the growing demand for integrated AI tools in the workplace.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Innovations &amp; Monetization From AI Companion 2.0</h2>
One of the most exciting announcements at the event was the introduction of AI Companion 2.0, which will be available to Zoom Workplace users at no additional cost. This enhanced version builds on the existing capabilities of the AI Companion, allowing for a more seamless integration of data across various applications. 
Key features include a persistent side panel, advanced contextual understanding, and the ability to automate tasks by synthesizing data from popular platforms such as Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, and Google Calendar.
However, what truly caught the attention of investors is the upcoming Custom Add-on for AI Companion, set to launch in the first half of 2025. 
This add-on will be priced at $12 per user per month, representing Zoom&#8217;s first direct monetization of its generative AI tools. This move signals a significant departure from its traditional business model and underscores the company&#8217;s commitment to leveraging AI for revenue growth. 
As Murphy pointed out, the potential for increased earnings from this new offering is considerable, especially as enterprises look to enhance their operational efficiency.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Financial Updates, Market Expansion</h2>
In addition to the AI advancements, Zoom updated its long-term financial model, raising its target operating margin from 28-32% to 33-36%. While this projection is below the company's recent performance margins, which have hovered around 38-40%, the adjustments focus on sustainable growth.
Moreover, Murphy noted the increasing traction Zoom is gaining as a comprehensive platform, with a notable rise in enterprise customers purchasing multiple products. The company&#8217;s penetration in the enterprise market has reached 19% for Zoom Phone and 14% for Zoom Rooms, revealing a significant opportunity for expansion in these areas.
As Zoom navigates the evolving landscape of enterprise communication, it remains focused on integrating AI capabilities to enhance customer experiences. 
The recent announcements highlight its ambition to redefine its business model, with a clear emphasis on AI as a core component of its strategy. Investors are likely to keep a close eye on Zoom&#8217;s performance as it embarks on this transformative journey.
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Zoom Powers Up AI Strategy With New Monetization Push, Unveils AI Companion 2.0

Benchmark analyst Matthew Harrigan maintains Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $83 to $85.

Benchmark Maintains Buy on Zoom Video Comms, Raises Price Target to $85

Stifel analyst Parker Lane maintains Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $65 to $70.

Stifel Maintains Hold on Zoom Video Comms, Raises Price Target to $70

Zoom Video Communications Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) is gearing up to launch <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37928340/googles-vlogger-ai-can-create-realistic-video-avatars-from-a-single-image-heres-what-you-need-to-kno">AI avatars</a> that can communicate on behalf of users by posing as them.
What Happened: Zoom is developing a feature that will allow users to create AI avatars of themselves&nbsp;to send brief messages to&nbsp;their teams.
To generate a digital avatar, users will need to record a video of themselves, which Zoom&#8217;s AI will analyze to create an avatar that mirrors their appearance and voice.
Following these steps, users can type the message they&#8217;d like their AI avatar to deliver, and it will handle the speaking on the person&#8217;s behalf.
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This feature will be integrated with Zoom&#8217;s Clips feature, enabling users to record short video updates for their colleagues.
&#8220;The custom AI Companion add-on will be $12 per user per month and is planned to be available for purchase in the first half of 2025, with select capabilities available in preview in the coming months,&#8221; the company stated.
However, paid Zoom subscribers without the add-on can still&nbsp;create clips using preset AI&nbsp;avatars and voices.
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Why It Matters: While Zoom is addressing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36813251/taylor-swift-joe-biden-and-more-embroiled-in-deepfake-attacks-threatening-us-election-integrity-we-a">potential deepfake issues</a> by implementing advanced authentication,&nbsp;watermarking technology, and strict usage&nbsp;policies, the introduction of AI avatars could come with potential risks.
Several companies have created AI technology to digitally &#8220;clone&#8221; a person&#8217;s face and match it with fairly natural-sounding synthetic speech.
Generative AI startup Tavus, for example, enables brands to craft virtual personas for personalized video advertisements, <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/09/zooms-custom-ai-avatar-tool-may-come-with-risks/">reported</a> TechCrunch.
Last year, Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) also introduced a service that generates realistic digital replicas of individuals. However, many of these tools come with strict safeguards to prevent misuse.
Tavus requires verbal consent from individuals, and Microsoft insists that customers obtain written permission and consent from anyone whose likeness is being used for avatars, the report noted.
Check out more of Benzinga&#8217;s Consumer Tech coverage by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/consumer-tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">following this link</a>.
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Today at Zoom's annual partner and customer event, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoomtopia.com%2F&amp;esheet=54133514&amp;newsitemid=20241009177042&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Zoomtopia+2024&amp;index=1&amp;md5=0acbabd0f6fc6400ec8fc051dfdc53fc">Zoomtopia 2024</a>, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fservicenow.com%2F&amp;esheet=54133514&amp;newsitemid=20241009177042&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=ServiceNow&amp;index=2&amp;md5=b5d73bd9d4e6628aabcb4971bef58143">ServiceNow</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) and Zoom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) announced an expanded strategic alliance to usher in a new era of intelligence with smarter collaboration and peak productivity across the enterprise. The two companies' generative AI (GenAI) technologies, ServiceNow Now Assist and Zoom AI Companion, will integrate in the first half of 2025 to offer organizations advanced workflow automation for tasks and activities across Zoom and ServiceNow.

ServiceNow And Zoom Expand Strategic Alliance To Help Manage Actions For Peak Productivity

During the last three months, 8 analysts shared their evaluations of Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>), revealing diverse outlooks 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 style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $74.25, a high estimate of $83.00, and a low estimate of $60.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 0.84%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728061469_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Zoom Video Comms. 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>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Niknam</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Phil Winslow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Power</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nikolay Beliov</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrigan</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$72.00</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 Zoom Video Comms. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Zoom Video Comms compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Zoom Video Comms's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Zoom Video Comms's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Zoom Video Comms analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Zoom Video Comms: A Closer Look</h2>
Zoom Video Communications provides a communications platform that connects people through video, voice, chat, and content sharing. The company's cloud-native platform enables face-to-face video and connects users across various devices and locations in a single meeting. Zoom, which was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Jose, California, serves companies of all sizes from all industries around the world.
<h3>Breaking Down Zoom Video Comms's Financial Performance</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.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Zoom Video Comms's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 2.09% as of 31 July, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Zoom Video Comms's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 18.84% 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 2.6%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.11%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Zoom Video Comms's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.01.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically 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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8 Analysts Have This To Say About Zoom Video Comms

Rosenblatt analyst Catharine Trebnick maintains Zoom Video Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) with a Buy and maintains $78 price target.

Rosenblatt Maintains Buy on Zoom Video Comms, Maintains $78 Price Target

<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=i40ygf2ui6i7jaCnv6Tn8q3l9CaBR1hM60bR-7QTQpmEQAjugQ-Mj1BKq-SIAakHnN5fkjUx3eH5a0Q0iYw_SBtsaEAJoKxOEeTaZiM-yuE=">Zoom Video Communications, Inc.</a> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) today announced the launch of its industry-leading Zoom Phone in India, commencing with the availability of Zoom Phone service with native India phone numbers in the Maharashtra Telecom Circle (Pune). Zoom Phone brings multinational corporations (MNCs) with a domestic presence and homegrown companies unrivaled simplicity and modern functionality to their distributed hybrid workforce, as well as global native coverage in 50 countries and territories. &nbsp;
The native phone number support will be available starting with the Maharashtra Telecom Circle (Pune), followed by Karnataka (Bangalore), Tamil Nadu (Chennai), Andhra Pradesh (Hyderabad), Mumbai and Delhi telecom circles, covering all the major technology centers in India.
Zoom India received <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=7EEoCm9iY5IvxhzsmgbEwT0eRpB3VVGKkpeRgZ2ZN68n83Yp7wAEXvSXgSgIu8l8GCcj8B41SUQ9oyzHDvqCsGQqmTZbk6xDPeOAWK_m7W6kV4_AuMFHqGBgwpsN6i5a0RqOuVpe3kyGr7chYj0O79GUYiMRlahcGQjTqAMl7pp2qz0Xw15F9MjVwqtloBcNk_i78if8rjK2AruR_6jLIVgPaL7MuU5aVgKONQ-ZKT0=">the Unified License with Access — All/PAN India and Long Distance </a>licenses from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, in April 2023. Thereafter, Zoom India focused on establishing its dedicated domestic infrastructure for Zoom Phone in India and complying with regulatory requirements. This effort enables Zoom to lead the industry with the launch of the first-of-its-kind licensed cloud private branch exchange (PBX) service bundled with local phone numbers for India.

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Zoom Video Comms's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NYSE">ZM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.19% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.23 million shares sold short, which is 3.53% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.27 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/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Zoom Video Comms Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727789417_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Zoom Video Comms 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 Zoom Video Comms'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://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Zoom Video Comms's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.17%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">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.

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