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ASML

Smart money investors have shown a predominantly bearish stance on ASML Holding (NASDAQ:ASML), with significant activity in options trading. Analysis of 12 trades reveals a heavy inclination towards bearish expectations, with 91% of trades being bearish. The trading volume and open interest suggest a targeted price range between $700.0 and $1080.0 for ASML over the last 3 months. Notable options activity includes both calls and puts with varying sentiments and strike prices. ASML, a leader in photolithography systems for semiconductor manufacturing, is currently experiencing a slight decrease in stock price, with an earnings announcement expected in 40 days.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

CCD

Calamos Dynamic (NASDAQ:CCD) announced a monthly dividend of 19.5 cents per share, with the ex-dividend date set for Wednesday. Shareholders owning CCD by the end of Tuesday's session will be eligible for the dividend, to be paid on March 21, 2024. The stock is expected to open 19.5 cents lower on the ex-dividend date.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

CPZ

Calamos L/S Equity (NASDAQ:CPZ) announced a monthly dividend of 14 cents per share, with the ex-dividend date set for Wednesday. Shareholders owning CPZ by the end of Tuesday are eligible for the dividend, payable on March 21, 2024. The stock is expected to open 14 cents lower on the ex-dividend date.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

FINS

Angel Oak Financial (NYSE:FINS) announced a monthly dividend of 10.9 cents per share, going ex-dividend on Wednesday. Shareholders owning FINS by the end of Tuesday are eligible for the payout on March 28, 2024. The stock is expected to open 10.9 cents lower on the ex-dividend date.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

FUND

Sprott Focus Trust (NASDAQ:FUND) announced a quarterly dividend of 12.86 cents per share, with the ex-dividend date set for Wednesday. Shareholders owning the stock by the end of Tuesday are eligible for the dividend, payable on March 28, 2024. The stock is expected to open lower by the dividend amount on the ex-dividend date.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

CIZN

Citizens Holding (NASDAQ:CIZN) announced a quarterly dividend of 16 cents per share, with Tuesday being the last day for investors to be eligible for this payout. The stock will go ex-dividend on Wednesday, likely opening 16 cents lower. The dividend is scheduled for payment on March 29, 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

March 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

UBS

UBS shares are trading higher following an upgrade by Morgan Stanley from Equal-Weight to Overweight.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 08, 2024 | 2:44 pm

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SGD

The Nasdaq Composite gained over 50 points as U.S. stocks traded higher, with significant job additions and mixed economic indicators. Nonfarm payrolls exceeded expectations with 275,000 jobs added in February, although the unemployment rate slightly increased. Companies like Psyence Biomedical, Ainos, and Safe and Green Development saw significant stock increases, while Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Nexalin Technology, and BigBear.ai Holdings experienced declines.

Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor

March 08, 2024 | 2:42 pm

SPY

In an MSNBC interview, U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen highlighted the current state of the economy, noting very strong jobs growth. This statement can influence investor sentiment and market trends, particularly affecting indices and ETFs like SPY that track the overall U.S. market performance.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 08, 2024 | 2:40 pm

APM

Aptorum Group Limited's shares have resumed trading and are experiencing an upward movement. This follows a temporary suspension, details of which are not provided in the article.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 08, 2024 | 2:40 pm