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AMZN

The article provides a detailed comparison of Amazon.com (AMZN) against its Broadline Retail industry peers, focusing on financial metrics like P/E, P/B, P/S ratios, ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth. Amazon's valuation is higher than the industry average, indicating a premium valuation. It shows strong profitability and cash flow generation but has a lower revenue growth compared to the industry average. The analysis suggests Amazon is in a strong financial position with a lower debt-to-equity ratio compared to its top 4 peers.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 16, 2024 | 4:00 pm

NVDA

NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) is analyzed in comparison to its competitors in the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry, focusing on financial indicators and market standing. NVIDIA shows strong financial performance with a high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and exceptional revenue growth. However, its P/E ratio suggests it might be undervalued, while high P/B and P/S ratios indicate potential overvaluation relative to book value and sales. NVIDIA's lower debt-to-equity ratio compared to top peers suggests a strong financial position.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 16, 2024 | 4:00 pm

ARRY

BAC

DIS

JD

SPR

Institutional investors have shown increased interest in Bank of America, Walt Disney, JD.com, Array Technologies, and Spirit AeroSystems, as indicated by Q4 2023 13F filings. These companies have seen significant hikes in institutional ownership, with notable investors like Berkshire Hathaway and Vanguard Group leading the charge. This shift in investment preference leaves behind tech giants Tesla and Nvidia, highlighting a potential market trend towards banking, entertainment, e-commerce, renewable energy, and aerospace sectors.

Portfolio Pulse from Surbhi Jain

February 16, 2024 | 3:54 pm

NKE

Nike's stock is trading lower following a downgrade by Oppenheimer from Outperform to Perform, alongside news of the company planning to cut over 1,600 jobs to reduce costs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 16, 2024 | 3:52 pm

ATHM

BIDU

CANG

CVNA

KXIN

Autohome Inc. (ATHM) reported a 4% increase in net profit to 1.88 billion yuan for the last year, with sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) soaring by nearly 82%. The company's collaboration with Baidu (BIDU) on artificial intelligence and big data aims to enhance its service offerings. Despite rising costs, Autohome's strategic investments and focus on NEVs and the used car market are positioning it for growth. Its P/S ratio significantly exceeds that of peers Cango (CANG), Kaixin Auto (KXIN), and Carvana (CVNA), indicating strong investor confidence.

Portfolio Pulse from The Bamboo Works

February 16, 2024 | 3:51 pm

DTM

DT Midstream, Inc. (NYSE:DTM) reported Q4 fiscal 2023 operating earnings of $121 million, surpassing the previous quarter's $91 million. Adjusted EPS rose to $1.24 from $0.94, beating consensus estimates of $0.92. The company also announced a 7% dividend increase to $0.735 per share and provided positive guidance for 2024 and an early outlook for 2025. DTM shares rose 4.04% to $54.55.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

February 16, 2024 | 3:50 pm

ARM

Arm Holdings' stock is trading lower following a downgrade from Buy to Neutral by Daiwa Capital.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 16, 2024 | 3:47 pm

MRVL

Recent options trading activity for Marvell Tech (NASDAQ:MRVL) shows a bearish sentiment among investors, with 58% of trades being bearish and 42% bullish. The trading volume and open interest suggest a price target range of $30.0 to $95.0. Notable options activity includes both bullish and bearish positions, with significant trades for both puts and calls. Marvell Technology, a leading fabless chip designer, currently has its stock price slightly down at $67.29, with analysts giving an average target price of $79.0. The company is approaching its next earnings release in 20 days.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 16, 2024 | 3:46 pm

JNJ

Recent options market activity indicates a bearish sentiment towards Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), with 75% of trades being bearish. The options trading suggests a price range of $155.0 to $165.0 for JNJ in the next three months. Analysts have mixed views, with an average price target of $199.0, but recent downgrades suggest caution. JNJ's current market price is $156.51, with a slight decrease of -0.14% and an RSI indicating potential oversold conditions. The company is preparing to divest its consumer group under the name Kenvue in 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 16, 2024 | 3:46 pm

OXY

High-rolling investors have shown a bearish sentiment on Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY), with options data revealing a significant move. Benzinga's options scanner identified 9 trades, predominantly bearish, focusing on a price band between $52.5 and $62.5. The largest trades include both bullish and bearish calls with varying strike prices and expiration dates. Occidental Petroleum, an independent exploration and production company, is currently trading at $60.38, with analysts giving an average price target of $73.0.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

February 16, 2024 | 3:46 pm