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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Microsoft</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with MSFT, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 12 uncommon options trades for Microsoft.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 66% bullish and 16%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $311,805, and 8 are calls, for a total amount of $464,898.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $300.0 to $440.0 for Microsoft over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.</p>
<p>This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Microsoft's options for a given strike price.</p>
<p>Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Microsoft's whale activity within a strike price range from $300.0 to $440.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Microsoft Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733239896_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$112.0K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td align="right">350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$427.50</td>
<td>$106.0K</td>
<td>743</td>
<td align="right">246</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$102.9K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
<td align="right">755</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$34.55</td>
<td>$34.4</td>
<td>$34.55</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$86.3K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td align="right">35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$422.50</td>
<td>$79.5K</td>
<td>278</td>
<td align="right">132</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Microsoft</h3>
<p>Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Microsoft, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Microsoft</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,904,767, the price of MSFT is up by 0.1%, reaching $431.42.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 56 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Microsoft</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $500.0.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $500. </p>
<p>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 Microsoft with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


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Markets

MSFT

This Is What Whales Are Betting On Microsoft

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>TransMedics Gr</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMDX#NASDAQ">TMDX</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with TMDX, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 15 uncommon options trades for TransMedics Gr.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 33% bullish and 20%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $166,198, and 10 are calls, for a total amount of $570,061.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $65.0 and $105.0 for TransMedics Gr, spanning the last three months.</p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for TransMedics Gr's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across TransMedics Gr's significant trades, within a strike price range of $65.0 to $105.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>TransMedics Gr 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733239890_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$18.6</td>
<td>$15.5</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$173.0K</td>
<td align="right">113</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$15.6</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$15.41</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$77.7K</td>
<td align="right">113</td>
<td align="right">162</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.9</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.73</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$77.3K</td>
<td align="right">47</td>
<td align="right">191</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$19.0</td>
<td>$17.9</td>
<td>$18.64</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$45.9K</td>
<td align="right">421</td>
<td align="right">29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TMDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.53</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$44.4K</td>
<td align="right">96</td>
<td align="right">142</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About TransMedics Gr</h3>
<p>TransMedics Group Inc is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for end-stage organ failure patients across multiple disease states. It has developed the Organ Care System(OCS) to comprehensively address the limitations of cold storage. The OCS is a portable organ perfusion, optimization and monitoring system that utilizes technology to replicate near-physiologic conditions for donor organs outside of the human body. The Company has developed and is commercializing a proprietary system to preserve and deliver human organs for transplant in a near-physiologic condition to address the limitations of cold storage organ preservation.</p>
<p>In light of the recent options history for TransMedics Gr, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is TransMedics Gr Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,264,652, the price of TMDX is down -11.94% at $74.97. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 83 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On TransMedics Gr</h3>
<p>5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $113.6.</p>
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Needham downgraded its rating to Hold, setting a price target of $109.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Canaccord Genuity persists with their Buy rating on TransMedics Gr, maintaining a target price of $104.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Oppenheimer has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on TransMedics Gr, which currently sits at a price target of $125.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from TD Cowen continues to hold a Buy rating for TransMedics Gr, targeting a price of $120.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Overweight rating for TransMedics Gr, targeting a price of $110. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest TransMedics Gr options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


TMDX

Behind the Scenes of TransMedics Gr's Latest Options Trends

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Dell Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</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 DELL usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for Dell Technologies. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 58% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $101,853, and 10 are calls, amounting to $829,454.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $105.0 to $135.0 for Dell Technologies over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>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 Dell Technologies'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 Dell Technologies's whale trades within a strike price range from $105.0 to $135.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Dell Technologies 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733239885_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.15</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$9.15</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$215.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">406</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$123.3K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">817</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.05</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$110.3K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">678</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$35.6</td>
<td>$35.25</td>
<td>$35.6</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$106.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$82.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td align="right">213</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Dell Technologies</h3>
<p>Dell Technologies is a broad information technology vendor, primarily supplying hardware to enterprises. It is focused on premium and commercial personal computers and enterprise on-premises data center hardware. It holds top-three market shares in its core markets of personal computers, peripheral displays, mainstream servers, and external storage. Dell has a robust ecosystem of component and assembly partners, and also relies heavily on channel partners to fulfill its sales.</p>
<h3>Dell Technologies's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,477,269, the price of DELL is down by -0.73%, reaching $124.92.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 86 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Dell Technologies</h3>
<p>A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $144.6.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Buy rating on Dell Technologies, maintaining a target price of $156.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Equal-Weight rating on Dell Technologies with a target price of $115.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Overweight rating on Dell Technologies, maintaining a target price of $160.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Deutsche Bank continues to hold a Buy rating for Dell Technologies, targeting a price of $142.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $150. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Dell Technologies, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


DELL

Smart Money Is Betting Big In DELL Options

<p>Evercore ISI Group  analyst Michael Montani   maintains Carvana (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $240 to $245.</p>


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Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Carvana, Raises Price Target to $245

<p>Evercore ISI Group  analyst Michael Montani   maintains Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $18 to $19.</p>


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Biogen Exec Says Co Expects "A Linear Trend" Of Adding About $10M In U.S. Sales Per Quarter For Leqembi In The Near-Term

<p>On Monday,<strong> Ocean Power Technologies, Inc.</strong> (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPTT#AMEX">OPTT</a>) reported preliminary <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42276960/ocean-power-technologies-pre-releases-preliminary-financial-results-for-second-quarter-fiscal-2025" rel="noreferrer noopener">results for the second quarter</a>.</p>
<p>The company expects revenue to exceed $2 million, more than doubling from $0.9 million in the prior year.</p>
<p>Also, the company expects its net loss to decrease by over 40% to approximately $4 million, compared to a $7.2 million loss the prior year.</p>
<p>Ocean Power projects cash used in operating activities to be below $4.7 million, a reduction of roughly 40% compared to the $7.5 million used last year.</p>
<p>In the quarter, the company completed the second phase of exercises under its follow-on contract with EpiSci, deploying WAM-V autonomous surface vehicles during the Mission Autonomy Proving Grounds (MAPG) as part of the U.S. Navy&#8217;s Project Overmatch.</p>
<p>This initiative aims to achieve seamless warfighting integration through advanced data networks, AI, and machine learning.</p>
<p>Additionally, the company delivered vehicles to Latin America for commercial survey services and signed its first multi-year service contract for vehicle support.</p>
<p><strong>Outlook</strong>: The company reaffirms its guidance of achieving profitability, excluding unforeseen extraordinary<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener"> expenses, by fourth-quarter 2025</a>.</p>
<p>Philipp Stratmann, OPT&#8217;s CEO and President, said, &#8220;We have seen a recent uptick in demand for our services domestically and overseas and will continue to convert our pipeline to bookings and ultimately to revenue through future deliveries and additional opportunities to deploy our assets, and we remain committed to delivering long-term value for our shareholders.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>Price Action</strong>: OPTT shares are down 46.3% at $0.3759 at the last check Tuesday.</p>
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<p>BMO Capital  analyst John McNulty   maintains Ecovyst (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ECVT#NYSE">ECVT</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $9 to $10.</p>


ECVT

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Ecovyst, Raises Price Target to $10

<p>Actor, documentarian and Emmy-winning talk show host <strong>Ricki Lake</strong> has teamed up with California-based cannabis brand Stone Road Farms to launch a limited edition product<strong> Ricki Lake &amp; Bake.</strong></p>
<p>"I obviously believe in this medicine, and in Stone Road's brand and what they've built," Lake stated. "It is so aligned with where I am in my life, and I&#8217;m so happy to be bringing this out."&nbsp;</p>
<p>Ricki Lake &amp; Bake, a half-ounce preground roll-your-own pouch made from Stone Road Farms' solventless bubble hash, is available now in dispensaries across California. The cannabis is grown on their 57-acre biodynamic farm in Nevada City, California, using high-quality buds without shake, filler or distillates. Each pouch includes bubble hash to enhance purity and potency, preserving a full-spectrum cannabinoid and terpene profile. The packaging is 99% plastic-free and features a custom Ricki Lake sticker.</p>
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<p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003-1024x576.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-674040" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003-1024x576.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003-300x169.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003-768x432.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003-1536x864.jpg 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03035243/11.28.24_SRF_RickiLake_0003.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A Tribute To Lake's Career And Cannabis Advocacy</strong></h2>
<p>This collectible was created to reflect Ricki's personal affinity for the plant, "it's a tribute to her iconic career and long-standing cannabis advocacy," Stone Road Farm's founder &amp; CEO <strong>Lex Corwin </strong>said in a statement. Corwin had the idea for the collaboration after visiting Lake at her house in Malibu and discovering that she consumes cannabis and even enjoys growing her own.</p>
<p>"It&#8217;s funny, when I did The Ricki Lake Show from my 20s to mid-30s, I was very much a disciple of Nancy Reagan," Lake added. "I was very judgmental and close-minded: ‘Just Say No.' I was indoctrinated and very fear-filled. It wasn&#8217;t until I married my second husband, my now sadly deceased husband, who turned me on to the idea that cannabis is a medicine. Now I live in Malibu and I started my own grow a few years ago. I think this is my third or fourth season we just harvested and I&#8217;m making the most beautiful medicine that I've come to love recreationally. My new beautiful husband Ross and I, our favorite thing to do is get high at night and giggle, have great conversations, get great sleep. I mean, I&#8217;m a believer that cannabis can really help just about anything."</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Breaking Stigmas</strong></h2>
<p>Lake has been public about her cannabis use since 2018 when she partially financed and produced Weed The People. In this film, Lake and director Abby Epstein looked to shine a light on the vitality of medical marijuana, exploring the life-saving qualities of cannabis and profiling a number of families facing life-or-death situations. The film has inspired millions of viewers to think differently about using cannabis as medicine, helping break stigmas.</p>
<p>With a similar mission, she currently hosts the podcast The High Life with Ricki Lake, which explores &#8220;the best phase of her life&#8221; — midlife— covering personal growth, mental wellness, and, of course, weed.</p>
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<p>President-elect <strong>Donald Trump</strong> is reportedly close to announcing his choice for the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), with an official announcement potentially coming <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42269038/crypto-faces-regulatory-shift-as-gensler-exits-and-trump-prepares-to-overhaul-sec-approach">as early as tomorrow</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What Happened: </strong>According to sources <a href="https://x.com/EleanorTerrett/status/1863803574121050306">cited</a> by <strong>Fox Business</strong> correspondent <strong>Eleanor Terrett</strong>, the <a href="https://x.com/EleanorTerrett/status/1863803574121050306">decision</a> comes as current SEC Chair <strong>Gary Gensler</strong> prepares to step down in January 2025.</p>
<p>Gensler's tenure has been marked by an aggressive enforcement approach toward cryptocurrency firms, drawing significant <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41544108/gary-gensler-says-too-many-people-have-lost-money-and-lined-up-in-bankruptcy-court-highlig">criticism from the crypto community.</a></p>
<p>Among the leading candidates to replace Gensler is <strong>Paul Atkins</strong>, a former SEC commissioner and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42221293/donald-trump-eyes-former-sec-comissioner-paul-atkins-as-gary-genslers-successor">prominent advocate for deregulation</a>.</p>
<p>Current SEC commissioners <strong>Hester Peirce</strong> and <strong>Mark Uyeda</strong> are also under consideration. </p>
<p>Both have been critical of Gensler's enforcement-heavy approach, advocating for a regulatory framework that balances innovation with investor protection.</p>
<p>Uyeda, in particular, has pushed for clearer guidelines and collaboration with the industry, signaling a potential shift in the SEC's stance under new leadership.</p>
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<p><strong>Why It Matters: </strong>While the next SEC chair could reshape crypto regulation, fostering innovation while ensuring safeguards, Gensler's anticipated exit marks the end of a contentious era for the SEC.</p>
<p>Under his leadership, the agency pursued numerous enforcement actions against crypto firms, creating widespread uncertainty in the industry. </p>
<p>His approach, viewed by many as overly aggressive, has been a focal point of criticism from crypto advocates.</p>
<p>The possibility of a more crypto-friendly SEC has fueled optimism within the industry. </p>
<p>Adding a lighter note to the transition, Tron founder <strong>Justin Sun</strong> jokingly offered Gensler a job in the blockchain sector, highlighting polarized views on his legacy.</p>
<p>The expected appointment of a new SEC chair aligns with Trump's campaign promise to overhaul US cryptocurrency regulations. </p>
<p>During his campaign, Trump pledged to fire Gensler and introduce reforms that promote innovation-friendly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41883348/donald-trump-cant-fire-gary-gensler-but-pro-crypto-policies-means-industry-is-on-the-verge-of-a-golden-era">rules for digital assets.</a></p>
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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>ASML Holding</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ASML, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 36 uncommon options trades for ASML Holding.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 44% bullish and 33%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $362,670, and 33 are calls, for a total amount of $1,689,452.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $380.0 to $790.0 for ASML Holding over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of ASML Holding stands at 169.84, with a total volume reaching 1,307.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in ASML Holding, situated within the strike price corridor from $380.0 to $790.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>ASML Holding Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733238989_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ASML</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$178.4</td>
<td>$173.6</td>
<td>$177.7</td>
<td>$700.00</td>
<td>$159.9K</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASML</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$99.4</td>
<td>$96.9</td>
<td>$96.9</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$135.6K</td>
<td align="right">72</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASML</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$54.6</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$54.6</td>
<td>$710.00</td>
<td>$114.6K</td>
<td align="right">151</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASML</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$53.5</td>
<td>$50.9</td>
<td>$53.5</td>
<td>$720.00</td>
<td>$112.3K</td>
<td align="right">574</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASML</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$36.1</td>
<td>$35.5</td>
<td>$35.5</td>
<td>$682.50</td>
<td>$74.5K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About ASML Holding</h3>
<p>ASML is the leader in photolithography systems used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Photolithography is the process in which a light source is used to expose circuit patterns from a photo mask onto a semiconductor wafer. The latest technological advances in this segment allow chipmakers to continually increase the number of transistors on the same area of silicon, with lithography historically representing a high portion of the cost of making cutting-edge chips. ASML outsources the manufacturing of most of its parts, acting like an assembler. ASML's main clients are TSMC, Samsung, and Intel.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with ASML Holding, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>ASML Holding's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 340,838, with ASML's price down by -0.77%, positioned at $706.01.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 57 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On ASML Holding</h3>
<p>In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $767.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein persists with their Outperform rating on ASML Holding, maintaining a target price of $767. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest ASML Holding options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on ASML Options

<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>Broadcom</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) we detected 20 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 45% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 40% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 12 are puts, for a total amount of $547,745 and 8, calls, for a total amount of $426,081.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $115.0 to $195.0 for Broadcom over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>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 Broadcom'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 Broadcom's whale trades within a strike price range from $115.0 to $195.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Broadcom 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733238984_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
<td>$99.5K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td align="right">120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$83.2K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$8.15</td>
<td>$7.95</td>
<td>$7.96</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$79.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">238</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$26.05</td>
<td>$25.8</td>
<td>$26.05</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$67.7K</td>
<td>378</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$60.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">85</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Broadcom</h3>
<p>Broadcom is the sixth-largest semiconductor company globally and has expanded into various software businesses, with over $30 billion in annual revenue. It sells 17 core semiconductor product lines across wireless, networking, broadband, storage, and industrial markets. It is primarily a fabless designer but holds some manufacturing in-house, like for its best-of-breed FBAR filters that sell into the Apple iPhone. In software, it sells virtualization, infrastructure, and security software to large enterprises, financial institutions, and governments.Broadcom is the product of consolidation. Its businesses are an amalgamation of former companies like legacy Broadcom and Avago Technologies in chips, as well as Brocade, CA Technologies, and Symantec in software.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Broadcom, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Current Position of Broadcom</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,911,348, with AVGO's price up by 0.42%, positioned at $167.22.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 9 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Broadcom</h3>
<p>1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $200.0.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a target price of $200. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Broadcom options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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