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In the current session, the stock is trading at $74.10, after a 0.78% spike. Over the past month, Banner Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANR#NASDAQ">BANR</a>) stock increased by 2.24%, and in the past year, by 51.96%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733516124_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Evaluating Banner P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 25.32 in the Banks industry, Banner Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 15.38. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733516124_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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A Look Into Banner Inc's Price Over Earnings

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Okta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</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 OKTA usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Okta. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $84,477, and 6 are calls, amounting to $258,420.
<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 $80.0 and $100.0 for Okta, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Okta stands at 1574.83, with a total volume reaching 5,359.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Okta, situated within the strike price corridor from $80.0 to $100.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Okta Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733516081_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>OKTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$73.6K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$8.85</td>
<td>$8.75</td>
<td>$8.85</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$50.4K</td>
<td>138</td>
<td>81</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>74</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$41.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>456</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>OKTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.5</td>
<td>$11.05</td>
<td>$11.35</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$39.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>35</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Okta</h3>
Okta is a cloud-native security company that focuses on identity and access management. The San Francisco-based firm went public in 2017 and focuses on two key client stakeholder groups: workforces and customers. Okta's workforce offerings enable a company's employees to securely access its cloud-based and on-premises resources. The firm's customer offerings allow its clients' customers to securely access the client's applications.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Okta, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Okta Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,895,289, the price of OKTA is up 0.43% at $83.87. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 82 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Okta</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $103.6.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Buy rating on Okta with a target price of $115. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Neutral rating for Okta, targeting a price of $85. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Truist Securities downgraded its rating to Hold, setting a price target of $92. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Guggenheim downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $130. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Scotiabank keeps a Sector Perform rating on Okta with a target price of $96. 
Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Okta with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

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Okta's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</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 ORCL, 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 47 uncommon options trades for Oracle.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 48% bullish and 34%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 14 are puts, for a total amount of $1,154,873, and 33 are calls, for a total amount of $2,677,892.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $150.0 to $230.0 for Oracle during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Oracle's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Oracle's significant trades, within a strike price range of $150.0 to $230.0, over the past month.
<h3>Oracle 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733516076_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.26</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$281.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">793</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$53.5</td>
<td>$52.9</td>
<td>$53.32</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$266.6K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$2.85</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$206.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">980</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$39.85</td>
<td>$37.0</td>
<td>$39.05</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$195.2K</td>
<td>107</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$17.9</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$181.4K</td>
<td>223</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Oracle</h3>
Oracle provides database technology and enterprise resource planning, or ERP, software to enterprises around the world. Founded in 1977, Oracle pioneered the first commercial SQL-based relational database management system. Today, Oracle has more than 400,000 customers in 175 countries.
In light of the recent options history for Oracle, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Current Position of Oracle</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 6,956,769, the price of ORCL is up 3.11% at $192.03. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 3 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Oracle</h3>
4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $201.25.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Oracle, which currently sits at a price target of $220. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Sector Perform with a price target of $165. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc persists with their Overweight rating on Oracle, maintaining a target price of $200. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Guggenheim persists with their Buy rating on Oracle, maintaining a target price of $220. 
Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Oracle with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

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Decoding Oracle's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZETA#NYSE">ZETA</a>) is riding a wave of investor enthusiasm, rallying 200% year-to-date.
The company also enjoyed a 108% year-over-year surge in platform usage during the Cyber Five period spanning Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday. This growth came as brands doubled down on Zeta's omnichannel tools to deliver hyper-personalized marketing during the most critical shopping days of the year.
Brands use Zeta&#8217;s marketing platform &#8220;to engage high-intent shoppers&#8221; to deliver &#8220;exceptional efficiency and effective outcomes," Zeta CEO David A. Steinberg says.
And the holiday buzz is far from over. A Zeta survey revealed that 53% of consumers plan to shop in December, up 8% from last year, pointing to sustained demand for digital marketing tools.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/mid-cap/24/12/42325352/why-is-zeta-global-stock-soaring-on-wednesday">Why Is Zeta Global Stock Soaring?</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Zeta Stock Holds Firm In Bullish Territory.</h2>
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ZETA&#8217;s share price of $26.29 sits comfortably above key moving averages:
<ul>
<li>Eight-day SMA: $23.48 (Bullish)</li>
<li>20-day SMA: $23.56 (Bullish)</li>
<li>200-day SMA: $19.95 (Bullish)</li>
</ul>
However, the 50-day SMA of $27.12 and a MACD indicator of a negative 0.61 flash a note of caution, suggesting slight selling pressure. 
With an RSI of 54.18, ZETA stock is heading towards the overbought territory, hinting that momentum may need a breather.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Beyond The Holidays: The Long-Term Play</h2>
Zeta's robust annual revenue growth forecast of 17.1% outpaces the U.S. market's 8.9%. The company's $100 million share repurchase program signals confidence in its long-term potential.
Investors are also keeping a close eye on Zeta&#8217;s projected 123.5% annual earnings growth, a statistic hard to ignore.
Zeta&#8217;s surge reflects its ability to capitalize on evolving consumer behaviors and deliver value through cutting-edge marketing tools. While near-term technicals show slight pressure, the stock&#8217;s long-term growth story remains compelling.
Whether Zeta can sustain this momentum into 2025 depends on its ability to navigate market challenges and keep delivering for its enterprise clients.
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Zeta Stock Rockets 200% YTD: What's Fueling The Surge?

Bitcoin&#8216;s (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) reclaim of $100,000 has sparked a frenzy of bullish posts on social media, with seasoned traders highlighting how to keep a cool head in the midst of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">the bull market.</a>
What Happened: Experienced trader Ssaasquatch cautioned newcomers to tread carefully and avoid the pitfalls he faced during previous cycles.
The trader shared his story of buying Bitcoin at $900 in 2016, turning it into $650,000 by the 2021 bull market peak, only to lose it all by failing to secure profits. &#8220;Painful? Absolutely. But I don't want you making the same mistakes,&#8221; he said.
He advises traders to define their &#8220;life-changing money&#8221; threshold—whether it's $20,000, $1 million, or more—and switch to a defensive strategy once they reach it. &#8220;Building wealth is about taking risks, but sustaining it requires careful, low-risk strategies,&#8221; he explained.
Ewgi&#8217;s <a href="https://x.com/Ssaasquatch/status/1862839386204770667">Strategy</a> or Preserving Gains:
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<li>Convert 30% of your portfolio into stablecoins (evenly split between USDT and USDC).</li>
<li>Gradually increase this allocation by 5% monthly until reaching 50%.</li>
<li>Beyond 50%, reduce the pace to 2.5% monthly increases, capping at 60%. This disciplined approach helps mitigate risk while still allowing for market participation.</li>
</ul>
What's Next: As Bitcoin hovers above $100,000, trader Altcoin Sherpa warns of a &#8220;danger zone&#8221; and expects market reactions at these levels. Still, he views any dips as opportunities to buy into the broader bull market momentum.
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&mdash; Altcoin Sherpa (@AltcoinSherpa) <a href="https://twitter.com/AltcoinSherpa/status/1865104572546429339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Another trader, FlowHorse, <a href="https://x.com/TheFlowHorse/status/1865096600592236790">suggests</a> the market could be nearing a peak within one to two quarters. 
Historically, euphoric talk of ever-larger price targets often signals the end of a cycle. 
He believes Bitcoin has already &#8220;won,&#8221; but expects a final rotation into altcoins before the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/11/42017619/heres-how-much-100-in-bitcoin-could-be-worth-in-2030-if-cathie-woods-price-target-is-reached">bull run concludes.</a>
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In the last three months, 15 analysts have published ratings on Antero Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AR#NYSE">AR</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $32.6, a high estimate of $44.00, and a low estimate of $24.00. Highlighting a 0.94% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $32.91. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515312_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Antero Resources is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kalei Akamine</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Walter Pritchard</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin McDermott</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Leggate</td>
<td>Wolfe Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Antero Resources. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Antero Resources compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Antero Resources's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Antero Resources's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Antero Resources analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Antero Resources: A Closer Look</h2>
Antero Resources, based in Denver, engages in the exploration for and production of natural gas and natural gas liquids in the United States and Canada. At the end of 2023, the company reported proven reserves of 18.1 trillion cubic feet of natural gas equivalent. Production averaged approximately 3,483 million cubic feet of equivalent a day in 2023 at a ratio of 37% liquids and 63% natural gas.
<h3>Antero Resources: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Antero Resources's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -7.38%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Antero Resources's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -2.08%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -0.29%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Antero Resources's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -0.15%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.61, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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The Analyst Landscape: 15 Takes On Antero Resources

Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Veeva Systems (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEEV#NYSE">VEEV</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $235 to $240.

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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 4 analysts have published ratings on Cooper Companies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COO#NASDAQ">COO</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $109.75, a high estimate of $118.00, and a low estimate of $102.00. Marking an increase of 2.09%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $107.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515264_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Cooper Companies. 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>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Wood</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Larry Biegelsen</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Wood</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$95.00</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 Cooper Companies. 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 Cooper Companies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Cooper Companies's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Cooper Companies's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/COO/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Cooper Companies analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Cooper Companies's Background</h2>
CooperCompanies is one of the largest eyecare companies in the us. It operates in two segments: CooperVision and CooperSurgical. CooperVision is a pure-play contact lens business with a suite of spherical, multifocal, and toric contact lenses. The company also has one of the most comprehensive specialty lens portfolios in the world. With brands including Proclear, Biofinity, MyDay, and Clariti, Cooper controls roughly one fourth of the us contact lens market. CooperSurgical, founded in 1990, is made up of equipment related to reproductive care, fertility, and women's care. Cooper has the broadest medical device coverage of the entire IVF cycle. It also has Paragard, the only hormone-free IUD in the us, and controls 17% of the us IUD market.
<h3>Key Indicators: Cooper Companies's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Cooper Companies's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 7.8%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's 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 Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Cooper Companies's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.44% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 1.33%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cooper Companies's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.87%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.33, Cooper Companies adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Cooper Companies

5 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Comstock Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRK#NYSE">CRK</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
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 align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $12.1, a high estimate of $15.50, and a low estimate of $10.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 13.94% increase from the previous average price target of $10.62.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515256_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The perception of Comstock Resources by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Paul Diamond</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$15.50</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kalei Akamine</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Phillip Jungwirth</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$11.00</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 Comstock Resources. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Comstock Resources compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Comstock Resources's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Comstock Resources's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Comstock Resources analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Comstock Resources's Background</h2>
Comstock Resources Inc is an independent energy company operating in the Haynesville shale, a natural gas basin located in East Texas and North Louisiana with superior economics and geographical proximity to the Gulf Coast markets. The Company operates in one business segment, the exploration and production of North American natural gas and oil. It is engaged in the acquisition, development, production, and exploration of oil and natural gas. Its oil and gas operations are concentrated in Louisiana and Texas.
<h3>Breaking Down Comstock Resources's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Challenges: Comstock Resources's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -19.18%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Comstock Resources's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -9.49%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Comstock Resources's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -1.25%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Comstock Resources's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.46%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Comstock Resources's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.32. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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Analyst Scoreboard: 5 Ratings For Comstock Resources

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Teradata (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDC#NYSE">TDC</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $31.83, a high estimate of $37.00, and a low estimate of $26.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 2.12% increase from the previous average price target of $31.17.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515247_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Teradata is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nehal Chokshi</td>
<td>Northland Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Austin Dietz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chirag Ved</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Teradata. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Teradata compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Teradata's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Teradata's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Teradata</h2>
Teradata Corp provides analytic data products and related services. The Company operates in data and analytics, which captures, integrates, stores, manages, and analyzes data of all types to answer business questions and deliver insight; and marketing applications, which offer marketing management products to help businesses win customer loyalty. Its solutions include components such as data warehousing, Asset optimization, Fraud prevention, Product innovation, and risk mitigation. A majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States.
<h3>Financial Insights: Teradata</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Teradata displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.46%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Teradata's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 7.27%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Teradata's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 32.0%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Teradata's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.95% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Teradata's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 4.74. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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.
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Assessing Teradata: Insights From 6 Financial Analysts

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6 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on ZoomInfo Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZI#NASDAQ">ZI</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for ZoomInfo Technologies, revealing an average target of $11.3, a high estimate of $15.00, and a low estimate of $8.50. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 8.65% from the previous average price target of $10.40.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515238_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 ZoomInfo Technologies. 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>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allan Verkhovski</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$10.30</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$8.50</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Reilly</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Bracelin</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.00</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 ZoomInfo Technologies. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of ZoomInfo Technologies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of ZoomInfo Technologies's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of ZoomInfo Technologies's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know ZoomInfo Technologies Better</h2>
ZoomInfo Technologies Inc provides a go-to-market intelligence platform for sales and marketing teams. Its cloud-based go-to-market data and insights platform deliver comprehensive and high-quality intelligence and analytics to provide sales and marketing professionals with accurate information and insights on the organizations and professionals. Nearly all of its revenue is derived from the United States.
<h3>A Deep Dive into ZoomInfo Technologies's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining ZoomInfo Technologies's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -3.25% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease 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 Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: ZoomInfo Technologies's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 7.84%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 1.35%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): ZoomInfo Technologies's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.36%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: ZoomInfo Technologies's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.82, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts 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.
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Assessing ZoomInfo Technologies: Insights From 6 Financial Analysts

10 analysts have shared their evaluations of Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<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>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">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 $29.05, along with a high estimate of $35.00 and a low estimate of $24.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 19.01% increase from the previous average price target of $24.41.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733515226_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Southwest Airlines is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine O'Brien</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jamie Baker</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sheila Kahyaoglu</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$31.50</td>
<td>$28.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sheila Kahyaoglu</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helane Becker</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$19.00</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 Southwest Airlines. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Southwest Airlines compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Southwest Airlines's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Southwest Airlines's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LUV/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Southwest Airlines analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Southwest Airlines</h2>
Southwest Airlines is the largest domestic air carrier in the United States by passengers boarded. Southwest operates nearly 800 aircraft in an all-Boeing 737 fleet. Despite offering some longer routes and a few perks for business travelers, the airline predominantly specializes in short-haul, leisure flights operated in a single, open-seating cabin configuration in a point-to-point network. In 2025, Southwest will modify its cabins to offer some seats with extra legroom and will update its ticketing process to offer assigned seats.
<h3>Southwest Airlines: 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 Growth: Southwest Airlines's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 5.29%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.98%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Southwest Airlines's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 0.64%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Southwest Airlines's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.19%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Southwest Airlines's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.87, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
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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Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>) shares are trading higher Friday after the company announced that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42357174/lucid-kicks-off-gravity-suv-production-to-take-on-teslas-model-x">commenced production of its second vehicle</a>, the Gravity SUV.
What To Know: On social media, Lucid Group posted a video of CEO Peter Rawlinson driving the Gravity SUV within the factory. Lucid described the start of production as a significant milestone and noted the efforts of its team in bringing the vehicle to market.
Lucid recently began taking orders for the Gravity, starting with the Grand Touring trim priced at $94,900. Production for the lower-priced Touring trim, starting at $79,900, is scheduled to begin in late 2025. The Gravity is positioned to compete directly with Tesla Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) Model X, which is similarly priced at $79,990 for the base model and $94,990 for the premium Plaid trim.
According to Rawlinson, the Gravity enters a market six times larger than Lucid's first vehicle, the Air sedan. Rawlinson has stated that the SUV is designed to offer a more traditional three-row SUV experience compared to the Model X, which he described as &#8220;car-like.&#8221;
Lucid has also indicated plans to produce a midsized platform priced at approximately $48,000 by late 2026, targeting Tesla's mass-market offerings, the Model 3 and Model Y. Despite these expansion efforts, Lucid continues to operate at a loss. The company reported an adjusted loss of 28 cents per share for the third quarter of 2024.
Lucid shares have declined nearly 50% year-to-date. Analysts have given the stock a consensus "Neutral" rating, with price targets ranging from $2 to $12. The average price target from recent analyst ratings stands at $3.33, implying a potential 59% upside from current levels.
LCID Price Action: Lucid Group shares were up 7.89% at $2.255 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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DocuSign, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) stock climbed after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued fourth-quarter and fiscal 2025 revenue guidance above estimates.
On Thursday, DocuSign reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42352653/docusign-stock-soars-on-q3-earnings-beat-revenue-beat-strong-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter revenue</a> of $754.8 million, up 8%, topping the&nbsp;consensus estimate of $745.26 million. It reported third-quarter adjusted EPS of 90 cents, above analyst estimates of 87 cents.
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DocuSign forecasts fourth-quarter revenue of $758 million—$762 million, compared to analyst estimates of $755.95 million. 
Wall Street rerated the stock and raised its price targets.
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<li>RBC Capital analyst Rishi Jaluria maintained DocuSign with a Sector Perform and raised the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DOCU/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from&nbsp;$57&nbsp;to&nbsp;$90</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Rob Owens reiterated DocuSign with a Neutral and raised the price target from&nbsp;$60&nbsp;to&nbsp;$90.</li>
<li>JPMorgan analyst Mark R Murphy maintained an Underweight on DocuSign with a price target of $70.</li>
</ul>
RBC Capital: Due to peer multiple expansion, the price target reflects 18x Enterprise Value/Calendar 2025 Free Cash Flow from the prior 11x.&nbsp;&nbsp;
DocuSign reported a good beat-and-raise quarter, leading to an after-hours stock rally. Billings acceleration highlighted the quarter. One-third of billings came from early renewals, but usage trends are increasing. 
The company raised its guidance well ahead of outperformance, and NRR improved. While there was improvement in the core business, the case for meaningful acceleration rests on ramping up Intelligent Agreement Management (IAM), which remains early.
Jaluria noted most of the outperformance coming from results in the third quarter as more of a function of the demand environment stabilizing. He wants to see more proof points regarding IAM adoption to get comfortable underwriting acceleration. 
Operating margin expansion was impressive, but the upside is becoming more muted. Jaluria expects this trend to continue into fiscal 2026 as management strives to accelerate growth back to double-digits. Overall, the quarter was solid, but clarity into IAM driving a sustained growth acceleration still needs improvement.
Jaluria projects fourth-quarter revenue of $760.2 million and EPS of $0.83.
Piper Sandler: The third-quarter top- and bottom-line metrics came in above expectations, with billings growth showing upside on an easy comp, driven partly by early quarterly renewals. IAM showed strength in its first full quarter, with ~80% of sales representatives closing three or more IAM deals. 
While Owens is encouraged by the acceleration, he noted it is still too early until newer products and solutions contribute meaningfully to the model &#8211; and overall growth. The analyst awaits durable signs of inflection from newer growth levers.
Owens projects fourth-quarter revenue of $760 million and EPS of $0.87.
JP Morgan: In Murphy&#8217;s preview, he expressed a positive tone heading into DocuSign&#8217;s third-quarter results while raising his price target, calling out the likelihood for positive early indications on newer product initiatives such as IAM, improvements in transactional activity including envelope and consumption patterns, and further operational refinements to the business that could support a pick-up in underlying organic growth trends. 
Overall, Murphy noted this aligns well with DocuSign results as it posts a mild uptick in third-quarter revenue growth and billings growth, which is picking up more noticeably off a very depressed second-quarter level alongside positive demand commentary. 
As a reminder, across his recent notes, he had explicitly called out DocuSign as among a group of beaten down, pandemic pull-forward stocks that could see positive share price reactions if they deliver growth rates that are stabilizing or picking up, which has primarily played out across this group, including for Twilio Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWLO#NYSE">TWLO</a>) and Zoom Communications, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) in recent months. 
Overall, Murphy remains complimentary of DocuSign&#8217;s turnaround execution and innovation efforts. However, it remains focused on a more straightforward path to recapturing sustainable, long-term double-digit growth, reiterating it as an aspirational target today, alongside a cleaner GAAP profitability framework to provide further valuation support that SBC doesn&#8217;t inflate.
While acknowledging a moderation in the pace of revenue deceleration, Murphy noted the risk/reward dynamic for DocuSign shares as inferior relative to our broader software coverage list, with revenue and billings growth continuing to show muted growth. 
The analyst noted it would take time for the company&#8217;s investments in self-serve motion and product innovation to bear fruit and regain investor confidence in its long-term ability to drive higher ARPU and steady new customer wins, particularly among large enterprises.
Murphy projects fourth-quarter revenue of $760.0 million and EPS of $0.85.
Price Action: DOCU stock is up 28% at $107.00 at last check Friday.
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