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VALE

Benzinga's options scanner revealed unusual activity in Vale's (NYSE:VALE) options market, with an equal mix of bullish and bearish sentiment among large-scale traders. There were 13 puts and 1 call, with a target price range of $13.0 to $17.0. Vale is focusing on its core mining operations and is expected to separate its base metals and iron ore businesses in 2024. The stock is slightly down with a potential overbought RSI. Analysts have mixed opinions, with an average price target of $18.83 and recent ratings ranging from Hold to Buy.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:16 pm

SJM

JM Smucker's stock is trading higher despite a mixed Q2 earnings report, indicating investor optimism or satisfaction with certain aspects of the report.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 05, 2023 | 4:12 pm

CRMT

America's Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRMT) stock plummeted after reporting Q2 FY24 results with sales of $361.6 million, missing estimates by a narrow margin. Despite a 2.8% YOY sales growth, driven by higher interest income and retail prices, the company saw a 4.6% decline in retail unit sales and a significant EPS loss of $(4.30), far below the expected $0.79. The allowance for credit loss increased, leading to a $28 million charge and a substantial impact on earnings. The CEO attributed the credit losses to inflationary pressures but expects them to be short-term.

Portfolio Pulse from Nabaparna Bhattacharya

December 05, 2023 | 4:12 pm

IAS

Integral Ad Science Holding has announced the pricing of an underwritten offering of 11 million shares at $14 per share by selling stockholders, causing its shares to trade lower.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 05, 2023 | 4:07 pm

DLHC

DLH Holdings (NASDAQ:DLHC) is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings report on December 6, 2023. Analysts predict an EPS of $0.13. Investors are looking for an earnings beat and positive guidance for future growth. Historically, DLH's stock price has reacted to past earnings performances and guidance. Last quarter, DLH beat the EPS estimate by $0.02, leading to a 2.11% stock price increase the following day. Over the past year, DLH shares have risen 18.48%, with the stock currently trading at $14.78.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:01 pm

CME

A comparative study of CME Group Inc (NASDAQ:CME) against its competitors in the Capital Markets industry reveals mixed valuation signals. CME's P/E ratio is below the industry average, suggesting undervaluation, while its P/B ratio also indicates potential undervaluation. However, its P/S ratio is higher than the industry average, which could imply overvaluation based on sales. CME's ROE is slightly below the industry average, but its EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth are significantly above the industry average, indicating strong financial performance. The company also has a lower debt-to-equity ratio compared to its top 4 peers, suggesting a stronger financial position.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:01 pm

GMDA

Over the past 3 months, 4 Wall Street analysts have provided ratings for Gamida Cell (NASDAQ:GMDA), with 2 giving a bullish and 2 a somewhat bullish outlook. No bearish or somewhat bearish ratings were given. The average 12-month price target for GMDA is $4.75, with a high of $6.00 and a low of $2.00. This target is a 40.62% decrease from the previous target of $8.00. Analysts determine ratings by forecasting a company's future earnings and revenue, and the ratings are updated quarterly or after major company events.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:01 pm

LAKE

Lakeland Industries (NASDAQ:LAKE) is expected to release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2023-12-06, with an estimated EPS of $0.27. Investors are looking for an earnings beat and positive guidance for future growth. Historically, LAKE's stock price has been sensitive to earnings performance and guidance. Last quarter, LAKE beat the EPS estimate by $0.10, leading to an 11.54% stock price increase the following day. Over the last year, LAKE shares have risen by 7.49%, with the stock trading at $14.57 as of December 01.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:01 pm

ETSY

Analysts have provided various ratings for Etsy (NASDAQ:ETSY) in the last quarter, with 12 bullish, 6 somewhat bullish, 8 indifferent, 2 somewhat bearish, and 0 bearish ratings. The average price target is now $82.0, down 17.85% from the previous target of $99.82, and slightly below Etsy's current price of $83.265, suggesting a potential downside. These ratings reflect analysts' forecasts and are updated quarterly.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:01 pm

ABNB

The article compares Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) with its competitors in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure industry, analyzing financial metrics like P/E, P/B, P/S ratios, ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth. Airbnb shows potential for growth with a lower P/E ratio than the industry average, a high ROE, and strong profitability indicated by its EBITDA and gross profit. However, its revenue growth is below the industry average, which may concern investors about future revenue potential. Airbnb's lower debt-to-equity ratio suggests a strong financial position with less reliance on debt financing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

December 05, 2023 | 4:00 pm