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Arbor Realty Trust

Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.

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Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) —  a multi-family mREIT company —  is in the limelight with the recent decline in mortgage rates. Mortgage rates fell to their lowest level in over a year, a positive development for the housing market. 

Should You Buy Arbor Realty Stock as Mortgage Rates Fall?

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Shares of Arbor Realty Trust Inc. (NYSE: ABR) are moving lower on Friday following reports that the company is being investigated by federal prosecutors and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in New York. This investigation comes after allegations by short sellers regarding the lender&#39;s practices and disclosures.

Why Are Arbor Realty Shares Trading Lower Today?

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Mortgage applications in the US saw a 1.9% increase for the week ending May 17, continuing an upward trend. Refinancing applications surged by 7% and stocks of mortgage-sensitive firms are on the rise.

Mortgage Applications Climb For Third Week As 30-Year Interest Rates Drop

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Arbor Realty Trust 6.375% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Liquidation Preference $25.00 per Share

Arbor Realty Trust 6.25% Series E Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock

Arbor Realty Trust 6.25% Series F Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Liquidation Preference $25.00 per share

Raymond James analyst Stephen Laws maintains Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $15 to $16.

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Raymond James Maintains Outperform on Arbor Realty Trust, Raises Price Target to $16

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 Financials sector: 
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<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>
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<td>PYPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$34.7K</td>
<td>20.6K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
</tr>
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<td>ABR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$80.0K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
</tr>
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<td>SCHW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$27.7K</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$69.5K</td>
<td>109</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$31.4K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
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<td>VLY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$110.0K</td>
<td>785</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
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<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$61.9K</td>
<td>745</td>
<td>867</td>
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<td>FUTU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$72.9K</td>
<td>32</td>
<td>503</td>
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<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$57.6K</td>
<td>535</td>
<td>245</td>
</tr>
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<td>FI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$72.4K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>228</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding PYPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 120 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 61 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 14 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.7K, with a price of $570.0 per contract. There were 20661 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6183 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ABR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 4000 contract(s) at a $16.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $80.0K, with a price of $20.0 per contract. There were 3995 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4128 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SCHW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 29 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 165 contract(s) at a $62.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.7K, with a price of $168.0 per contract. There were 8421 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3131 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on October 11, 2024. Parties traded 781 contract(s) at a $64.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 25 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $69.5K, with a price of $89.0 per contract. There were 109 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1409 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 109 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.4K, with a price of $288.0 per contract. There were 2785 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1179 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For VLY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 120 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $110.0K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 785 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 29 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 96 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.9K, with a price of $645.0 per contract. There were 745 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 867 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FUTU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUTU#NASDAQ">FUTU</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 155 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.9K, with a price of $243.0 per contract. There were 32 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 503 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 92 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 40 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.6K, with a price of $1450.0 per contract. There were 535 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 245 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FI#NYSE">FI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 120 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 20 contract(s) at a $145.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.4K, with a price of $3620.0 per contract. There were 1372 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 228 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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Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/abr#NYSE">ABR</a>) &mdash;&nbsp; a multi-family mREIT company &mdash;&nbsp; is in the limelight with the recent decline in mortgage rates. Mortgage rates fell to their lowest level in over a year, a positive development for the housing market.&nbsp;
With a market capitalization of $2.54 billion, ABR is trading below its 50-day simple moving average and above its 200-day SMA. In June 2024, a bullish &lsquo;Golden Cross&#39; formed as the 50-day moving average crossed above the 200-day moving average.
<h3>50-Day &amp; 200-day Moving Average</h3>
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In the past six months, the stock has gained 9.7% compared with the industry&#39;s growth of 0.8%.
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ABR consistently attracts investors looking for high-yield companies. However, concerns related to market volatility might be a concern.&nbsp;
Currently, the stock is down 17.4% from its 52-week high of $16.35. Is now the right time to invest? To answer this, it&#39;s essential to delve into the details and evaluate various factors at play.
<h3>Arbor Realty: High-Income REIT Stock</h3>
This New York-headquartered REIT primarily focuses on originating and servicing loans for multi-family, single-family, and other commercial real estate assets. Mortgage REITs tend to be more volatile than equity REITs because they are tied to interest rates, but the high yields make them appealing to watchful investors.&nbsp;
Income-seeking investors have a large appetite for REIT stocks, as U.S. law requires REITs to distribute 90% of their annual taxable income in the form of dividends. As for ABR, the company has a record of paying monthly dividends.
The company has a track record of paying a quarterly dividend of 43 cents. ABR&#39;s current dividend yield is 12.86%. This is impressive compared with the industry&#39;s average of 11.6% and attracts investors as it represents a steady income stream.
ABR is not the only dividend-paying stock among Zacks Industry &ndash; REIT and Equity Trust. Stocks like Annaly Capital Management (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nly#NYSE">NLY</a>) and Ellington Credit Company (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/earn#NYSE">EARN</a>) are also providing investors with solid dividend options.
NLY has an annual dividend yield of 13.2%, while EARN has a dividend yield of 14.3%.
<h3>Mortgage Rate Decline: A Positive Development</h3>
Long-term bond yields have declined due to expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September. This resulted in a decline in mortgage rates. The average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.47% as of August 8 from 6.73% a week ago. A year ago, the metric averaged 6.96%.
Housing affordability challenges are expected to decline with lower mortgage rates. With rates trending lower and balanced supply/affordability playing out in the mortgage market, demand is set to increase in the coming days. With this turnaround, mortgage originations will likely witness a positive trend. This will reduce operational and financial challenges for mREITs like Arbor Realty and increase the gain on sale margin and new investment activity.
Also, rate cuts beginning in September will likely increase net interest spreads. This will ease earnings pressure for the ABR as it is facing rising funding costs. This will help the company to increase its dividend payout, which might look attractive to investors.
<h3>Q2 Result Not Impressive</h3>
ABR&#39;s financial results were subdued in second-quarter 2024. The company reported quarterly earnings of 45 cents per share, lower than 57 cents in the year-ago quarter. It posted revenues of $297.19 million in the second quarter, down 11.5% year over year.
<h3>Estimates Trend</h3>
Analysts&#39; estimates have likely reflected these headwinds, with Arbor Realty&#39;s distributable earnings per share expected to decline 21.3% in 2024 and 1.9% in 2025, intimidating the sustainability of its dividends.&nbsp;
In the past month, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 has moved marginally upward, while 2025 earnings have moved downward, reflecting analysts&#39; mixed sentiments.
<h3>Estimate Revision Trend</h3>
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<h3>Near-term Concerns</h3>
ABR&#39;s credit risk has increased rapidly of late. As of Jun 30, 2014, the company reported a credit loss allowance of $238.9 million compared with $169 million reported in the same period of last year.
The company is also witnessing a rise in non-performing loans. As of Jun 30, 2024, it had 24 non-performing loans with an unpaid principal balance (UPB) of $676.2 million before related loan loss reserves of $28.1 million. This compared with 21 loans with a UPB of $464.8 million, before loan loss reserves of $32.9 million as of Mar 31, 2024.
<h3>Lofty Valuation</h3>
From a valuation standpoint, ABR Investment appears expensive relative to the industry. The company is currently trading at a stretched valuation with a forward 12-month P/TB multiple of 1.13X, above the industry average of 0.92X.
<h3>Price-to-Book TTM</h3>
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The stock is also trading at a premium compared with its peers. NLY and EARN have current forward 12-month P/E of 1.02X and 0.96X, respectively.
<h3>Consider Waiting for a Better Entry Point</h3>
The ultra-high dividend yield and high payout look eye-catching for most investors watching for high-income funds. Also, interest rate cuts will turn out to be favorable for ABR over the long term.
Yet, any volatility in the mortgage market, unfavorable change in the shape of the yield curve and deterioration of the generic financial conditions may affect the performance of the company&#39;s investments. Also, Its credit risk trajectory raises concerns with rapid growth in credit loss allowance and delinquent loans.
Also, the company&#39;s stretched valuation looks pricey compared with industry and peers.
Considering the pros and cons, we can conclude that investors should refrain from rushing to buy ABR right now, just banking on its lucrative dividend. Instead, they should analyze the upcoming interest rate changes and the mortgage market closely for a more appropriate entry point. The stock&#39;s Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) supports our thesis.
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4 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<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>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</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;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M 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;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</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>
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<td>3M 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>
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In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Arbor Realty Trust, presenting an average target of $13.5, a high estimate of $16.00, and a low estimate of $11.50. This current average has decreased by 0.44% from the previous average price target of $13.56. 
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<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Arbor Realty Trust 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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<td>Crispin Love</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
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<td>Steven Delaney</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Arbor Realty Trust. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Arbor Realty Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Arbor Realty Trust's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Arbor Realty Trust's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ABR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Arbor Realty Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Arbor Realty Trust Better</h2>
Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.
<h3>Arbor Realty Trust: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Challenges: Arbor Realty Trust's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -11.57%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Arbor Realty Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 36.02%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Arbor Realty Trust's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.34%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Arbor Realty Trust's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.38%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Arbor Realty Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 3.64, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Demystifying Arbor Realty Trust: Insights From 4 Analyst Reviews

Piper Sandler analyst Crispin Love maintains Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $12 to $12.5.

Piper Sandler Maintains Underweight on Arbor Realty Trust, Raises Price Target to $12.5

Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.45 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.41 by 9.76 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $87.961 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $89.981 million by 2.25 percent. This is a 18.96 percent decrease over sales of $108.542 million the same period last year.

Earnings Beats

Earnings Misses

Arbor Realty Trust Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $0.45 Beats $0.41 Estimate, Sales $87.961M Miss $89.981M Estimate

In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<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;">0</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>Last 30D</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;">1</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;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</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;">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>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 assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $13.62, a high estimate of $16.00, and a low estimate of $11.50. Experiencing a 1.38% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $13.81. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721160054_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Arbor Realty Trust. 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>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Delaney</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay McCanless</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Arbor Realty Trust. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Arbor Realty Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Arbor Realty Trust's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Arbor Realty Trust's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ABR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Arbor Realty Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Arbor Realty Trust</h2>
Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.
<h3>Arbor Realty Trust's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Arbor Realty Trust's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -11.57% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 36.02%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Arbor Realty Trust's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.34%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Arbor Realty Trust's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.38%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Arbor Realty Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 3.64.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Unveiling 4 Analyst Insights On Arbor Realty Trust

JP Morgan analyst Richard Shane maintains Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $12 to $11.5.

JP Morgan Maintains Underweight on Arbor Realty Trust, Lowers Price Target to $11.5

Arbor Reiterates Confidence In Financials And Business Practices

Shares of Arbor Realty Trust Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) are moving lower on Friday following reports that the company is being investigated by federal prosecutors and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in New York. This investigation comes after allegations by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/g39755153/investigation-into-arbor-realty-trust-inc-abr-announced-byholzer-holzer-llc">short sellers regarding the lender&#8217;s practices and disclosures</a>.
What To Know: Federal investigators are examining Arbor Realty&#8217;s lending practices and the company&#8217;s claims about the performance of its loan book. Short seller Viceroy Research has alleged that Arbor&#8217;s loans are distressed and that the value of the firm&#8217;s loan portfolio has been overstated. These allegations have put significant pressure on the company&#8217;s stock.
In response to the investigation, Arbor Realty stated, &#8220;We routinely cooperate with regulatory inquiries and are very confident that we conduct ourselves properly. We look forward to our second-quarter earnings call.&#8221;
What Else: Arbor Realty Trust is also scheduled to release its second-quarter earnings on July 26th. The estimated EPS is 440 cents and the estimated revenue is $89.99 million. 
Price Action: Arbor Realty shares were down by 19.1% at $12.39 according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</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 ABR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 23 extraordinary options activities for Arbor Realty Trust. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 47% leaning bullish and 43% bearish. Among these notable options, 16 are puts, totaling $659,378, and 7 are calls, amounting to $339,693.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $10.0 and $17.5 for Arbor Realty Trust, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Arbor Realty Trust'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 Arbor Realty Trust's whale trades within a strike price range from $10.0 to $17.5 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Arbor Realty Trust Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1720809998_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 style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$3.16</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$80.7K</td>
<td>13</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$76.8K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">53</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$0.8</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$75.9K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">77</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$64.7K</td>
<td>12.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">439</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$13.50</td>
<td>$57.8K</td>
<td>482</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">155</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Arbor Realty Trust, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 29,682,554, the price of ABR is down by -20.57%, reaching $12.34.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 14 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $15.0.
<ul>
<li>An analyst from JMP Securities has decided to maintain their Market Outperform rating on Arbor Realty Trust, which currently sits at a price target of $16. </li>
<li>An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods has decided to maintain their Market Perform rating on Arbor Realty Trust, which currently sits at a price target of $14. </li>
</ul>
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Spotlight on Arbor Realty Trust: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Legal

Management

Arbor Realty Says It Is Confident Its Conduct Is Proper

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Arbor Realty shares are trading lower following a report suggesting the company has been probed by the DOJ over lending practices.

Arbor Realty Probed By DOJ Over Lending Practices, Loan Book Under Scrutiny

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</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 ABR, 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 8 uncommon options trades for Arbor Realty Trust.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 62% bullish and 37%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $1,972,190, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $221,650.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $7.5 to $15.0 for Arbor Realty Trust over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Arbor Realty Trust stands at 5895.2, with a total volume reaching 11,199.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Arbor Realty Trust, situated within the strike price corridor from $7.5 to $15.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Arbor Realty Trust 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1720726374_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$946.0K</td>
<td>324</td>
<td>10.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$850.0K</td>
<td>324</td>
<td>201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
<td>$149.9K</td>
<td>25.4K</td>
<td>282</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$127.4K</td>
<td>743</td>
<td>136</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>743</td>
<td>36</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,191,775, the price of ABR is up 2.85% at $15.52. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 15 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Arbor Realty Trust</h3>
Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $15.0.
<ul>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JMP Securities continues to hold a Market Outperform rating for Arbor Realty Trust, targeting a price of $16. </li>
<li>An analyst from Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods persists with their Market Perform rating on Arbor Realty Trust, maintaining a target price of $14. </li>
</ul>
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Decoding Arbor Realty Trust's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani maintains Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $13.25 to $14.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Arbor Realty Trust, Raises Price Target to $14

Arbor Realty Trust's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) short percent of float has fallen 4.23% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 71.20 million shares sold short, which is 52.1% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 26.18 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>Arbor Realty Trust Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1719324920_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Arbor Realty Trust 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 Arbor Realty Trust'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>, Arbor Realty Trust's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.73%, 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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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 Financials 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>OSCR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$29.9K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$159.2K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>794</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$103.4K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>601</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$82.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>355</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PYPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$45.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>109</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BCS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$59.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>103</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AXP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/28/24</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$59.8K</td>
<td>339</td>
<td>40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KKR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$31.5K</td>
<td>809</td>
<td>11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$125.1K</td>
<td>549</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GGAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$32.4K</td>
<td>104</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For OSCR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSCR#NYSE">OSCR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 29 day(s) on July 19, 2024. This event was a transfer of 666 contract(s) at a $21.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $45.0 per contract. There were 5812 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3358 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on June 21, 2024. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $159.2K, with a price of $7961.0 per contract. There were 2437 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 794 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ABR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 575 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 1592 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $103.4K, with a price of $65.0 per contract. There were 2429 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 601 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 365 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 159 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $82.5K, with a price of $520.0 per contract. There were 1195 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 355 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PYPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 92 day(s) on September 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.5K, with a price of $456.0 per contract. There were 1534 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 109 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BCS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCS#NYSE">BCS</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on June 21, 2024. Parties traded 350 contract(s) at a $9.00 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 $59.5K, with a price of $170.0 per contract. There were 2109 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 103 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on June 28, 2024. This event was a transfer of 184 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.8K, with a price of $325.0 per contract. There were 339 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 40 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KKR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 211 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 18 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.5K, with a price of $1750.0 per contract. There were 809 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 11 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 547 day(s) on December 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 65 contract(s) at a $210.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $125.1K, with a price of $1925.0 per contract. There were 549 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GGAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGAL#NASDAQ">GGAL</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 575 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $17.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.4K, with a price of $1620.0 per contract. There were 104 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1 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 news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Financials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th 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;">0</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;">0</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>
</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;">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>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $13.45, along with a high estimate of $16.00 and a low estimate of $12.00. A decline of 7.88% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1718884811_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Arbor Realty Trust. 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>Steven Delaney</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay McCanless</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay McCanless</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$13.25</td>
<td>$13.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Arbor Realty Trust. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Arbor Realty Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Arbor Realty Trust'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/ABR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Arbor Realty Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Arbor Realty Trust</h2>
Arbor Realty Trust Inc is a specialized real estate finance company. It invests in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets, consisting of bridge and mezzanine loans, including junior participating interests in first mortgages, preferred, and direct equity. In addition, it may also directly acquire real property and invest in real estate-related notes and certain mortgage-related securities. The company has two business segments, Structured Business and Agency Business. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Structured Business Segment. The company is externally managed and advised by Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Arbor Realty Trust's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Arbor Realty Trust faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -11.57% in revenue growth as of 31 March, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 36.02%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.34%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Arbor Realty Trust's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.38%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Arbor Realty Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 3.64, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Arbor Realty Trust Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (5 Ratings)

JMP Securities analyst Steven Delaney maintains Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABR#NYSE">ABR</a>) with a Market Outperform and lowers the price target from $17 to $16.

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