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SPSC

SPS Commerce's short interest has decreased by 13.57%, with 606,000 shares sold short, representing 2.23% of its float. This is lower than its peers' average short interest of 8.16%. The decrease in short interest may indicate a more bullish sentiment towards the stock.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

October 17, 2024 | 3:45 pm

CNC

Centene's short interest has decreased by 18.84%, with 7.80 million shares sold short, representing 1.68% of its float. This is lower than its peers' average short interest of 4.11%. The decrease in short interest may indicate a more bullish sentiment towards Centene.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

October 17, 2024 | 3:45 pm

SONN

Sonnet BioTherapeutics shares rose after the company announced it regained compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 17, 2024 | 3:44 pm

USAP

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc. (NASDAQ:USAP) is being acquired by Luxembourg-based Aperam for $45 per share, a 19% premium over its recent average stock price. The acquisition, expected to close in Q1 2025, will expand Aperam's reach into the U.S. market.

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

October 17, 2024 | 3:44 pm

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The Israel Defense Forces are investigating whether Yahya Sinwar, a key Hamas leader, was killed in a recent Gaza operation. This could have significant political implications, especially for the Biden administration. Financial markets, including oil prices and Israeli stocks, remained stable.

Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari

October 17, 2024 | 3:39 pm

AMAT

Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) shares rose by 1.44% following strong earnings from TSMC, which reported a 39% revenue increase. As a key supplier to semiconductor manufacturers like TSMC, Applied Materials is expected to benefit from increased demand for advanced chips, particularly in AI and smartphones.

Portfolio Pulse from Henry Khederian

October 17, 2024 | 3:38 pm

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Apple Inc is expanding its Apple Pay offerings by integrating buy-now-pay-later options with Affirm Holdings and other financial institutions. This expansion includes installment loans and rewards programs, and extends to third-party browsers. The move is expected to drive significant growth in BNPL transactions globally.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

October 17, 2024 | 3:37 pm

BDRX

Biodexa Pharmaceuticals' stock is trading lower after releasing updates on their MAGIC-1 study for MTX110 in treating recurrent glioblastoma. Despite promising interim data, the stock fell 30%.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

October 17, 2024 | 3:37 pm

CSCO

Unusual options activity has been observed for Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO), with a mix of bullish and bearish sentiment among major investors. The options trades suggest a targeted price range of $55 to $60. Analysts have maintained or upgraded their ratings, with price targets ranging from $60 to $78.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

October 17, 2024 | 3:32 pm

AXP

Whales are showing a bullish stance on American Express (AXP) with significant options activity. 43% of trades are bullish, with a focus on call options. The price target is between $200 and $320. AXP's stock is up 1.14% at $284.9, with earnings expected soon.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

October 17, 2024 | 3:32 pm