Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on NIO . Looking at options history for NIO NIO we detected 8 trades. If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 62% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish. From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $132,506 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $188,642. Predicted Price Range Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $3.0 to $15.0 for NIO over the recent three months. Analyzing Volume & Open Interest In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for NIO options trades today is 33855.14 with a total volume of 20,253.00. In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for NIO's big money trades within a strike price range of $3.0 to $15.0 over the last 30 days. NIO Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days Largest Options Trades Observed: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume NIO PUT TRADE NEUTRAL 01/15/27 $10.7 $10.35 $10.5 $15.00 $105.0K 389 0 NIO CALL SWEEP BULLISH 01/17/25 $0.45 $0.43 $0.44 $5.00 $44.1K 85.6K 2.8K NIO CALL SWEEP BULLISH 05/16/25 $0.37 $0.31 $0.34 $10.00 $32.7K 33.9K 1.0K NIO CALL SWEEP BEARISH 05/16/25 $0.34 $0.33 $0.33 $10.00 $30.2K 33.9K 7.4K NIO CALL SWEEP BULLISH 01/16/26 $2.38 $2.36 $2.38 $3.00 $29.5K 8.9K 255 About NIO Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations such as battery swapping and autonomous driving technologies. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold over 160,000 EVs in 2023, accounting for about 2% of the China passenger new energy vehicle market. In light of the recent options history for NIO, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance. Present Market Standing of NIO Trading volume stands at 51,860,538, with NIO's price down by -8.3%, positioned at $4.75. RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought. Earnings announcement expected in 84 days. Professional Analyst Ratings for NIO In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $4.35. Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access .* Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Macquarie lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $4.* Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Goldman Sachs lowers its rating to Sell with a new price target of $3. 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 NIO with Benzinga Pro for real-time alerts. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Heavy equipment operators from more than 40 countries compete to claim worldwide title in largest challenge to date IRVING, Texas, Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today launched its third Global Operator Challenge, inviting thousands of machine operators worldwide to put their agility, resilience and versatility to the test on a wide range of construction equipment and technology. "For nearly 100 years, our customers have been pushing the limits with our machines," said Caterpillar Construction Industries Group President Tony Fassino. "This challenge helps showcase and celebrate the exceptional skills of the expert men and women in this important profession as they forge their legacies of being the best operators in the world." More than 140 Cat® dealer competitions were held during the 2022-2023 challenge, which attracted more than 10,000 operators from 32 countries. The 2025-2026 challenge aims to include more events, countries and operators than previous programs. Invitation for Operators Operators are invited to compete in local challenges facilitated by Cat dealers around the globe during the first round, being held from January – September 2025. The competitions will feature at least three different challenges on at least three separate pieces of equipment. Scoring is based on the operator's skills, safety, efficiency and competence in using integrated technology such as payload, grade control and operator ease-of-use features to enhance the machine's performance. Winners from local dealer events will advance to regional semifinal competitions during the fall of 2025. Nine finalists will emerge from the regional semifinals and participate in the final competition in March 2026 at Caterpillar's outdoor Festival Grounds exhibit during CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas. The winner receives either a $10,000 cash prize or an equal value trip for two where Caterpillar has a location worldwide. For more information and official rules about the Global Operator Challenge, including how to participate, visit www.cat.com/operatorchallenge . About Caterpillar With 2023 sales and revenues of $67.1 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels at caterpillar.com/en/news/social-media.html . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/caterpillar-invites-worlds-most-skilled-operators-to-forge-their-legacies-through-third-global-operator-challenge-302326150.html SOURCE Caterpillar Inc.
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Hyderabad: The excitement for Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, is at an all-time high. The movie, directed by Sukumar, is set to release worldwide on December 5, 2024, and fans in Telangana have even more reasons to celebrate. The state government has approved special ticket price hikes and additional shows for the film. Telangana has allowed two special benefit shows on December 4, 2024, at 9:30 PM and 1:00 AM. Ticket prices for these shows are fixed at Rs. 800 rupees for both single screens and multiplexes. December 4th – Single Screen Rs. 1121 & Multiplexes Rs. 1239! December 5 to December 8: Rs. 354 rupees for single screens and Rs. 531 rupees for multiplexes. December 9 to December 16: Rs. 300 rupees for single screens and Rs. 472 rupees for multiplexes. December 17 to December 23: Rs. 200 rupees for single screens and Rs. 354 rupees for multiplexes. The government has also allowed extra midnight shows from 1:00 AM to 4:00 AM during the release days. However, it has warned against selling tickets at higher rates than approved. తెలంగాణలో ఒకరోజు ముందే పుష్ప ప్రీమియర్ షోస్ పుష్ప 2 టికెట్ రేట్లు పెంచుతూ అనుమతి ప్రీమియర్ షో టికెట్ రేటు రూ.800 పెంచుతూ ఉత్తర్వులు డిసెంబర్ 4 9:30 PM షో టికెట్ రేట్లు సింగిల్ స్క్రీన్స్ – రూ.1121 మల్టీప్లెక్స్ – రూ.1239 మొదటి నాలుగు రోజులు సింగిల్ స్క్రీన్స్ – రూ. 354... pic.twitter.com/LtSceHhC5O Pushpa 2 is releasing on over 12,000 screens worldwide, including IMAX theaters. The film will be available in six languages, and fans can also use the Cinedubs app to watch in their preferred language. The movie continues Pushpa Raj’s journey in the red sandalwood smuggling world and promises more action and drama. Fans are eagerly awaiting this 3-hour, 20-minute film, which has already received a U/A certificate from the censor board. Telangana is leading the celebrations by giving fans early access and additional shows. Don’t miss the excitement when Pushpa 2: The Rule hits the big screen!
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Cerity Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of TowneBank ( NASDAQ:TOWN – Free Report ) by 1.1% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 109,144 shares of the bank’s stock after acquiring an additional 1,236 shares during the period. Cerity Partners LLC’s holdings in TowneBank were worth $3,608,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of TOWN. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD boosted its stake in TowneBank by 3.7% during the 1st quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 68,805 shares of the bank’s stock worth $1,931,000 after purchasing an additional 2,477 shares during the period. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio boosted its stake in shares of TowneBank by 2,100.3% during the first quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 21,519 shares of the bank’s stock worth $604,000 after buying an additional 20,541 shares during the period. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC purchased a new position in shares of TowneBank during the second quarter worth about $249,000. Oak Harbor Wealth Partners LLC increased its position in TowneBank by 7.0% in the 2nd quarter. Oak Harbor Wealth Partners LLC now owns 8,408 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $229,000 after acquiring an additional 549 shares during the period. Finally, SummerHaven Investment Management LLC raised its stake in TowneBank by 1.9% during the 2nd quarter. SummerHaven Investment Management LLC now owns 31,187 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $850,000 after acquiring an additional 569 shares during the last quarter. 55.99% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. TowneBank Stock Performance TOWN stock opened at $36.63 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $2.75 billion, a PE ratio of 18.41 and a beta of 0.89. The company has a fifty day moving average of $34.17 and a 200-day moving average of $31.49. TowneBank has a one year low of $25.70 and a one year high of $37.77. TowneBank Announces Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, January 14th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, December 31st will be given a $0.25 dividend. This represents a $1.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.73%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, December 31st. TowneBank’s payout ratio is 50.25%. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Separately, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods upgraded TowneBank from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and lifted their target price for the company from $35.00 to $40.00 in a research note on Wednesday, October 2nd. Read Our Latest Stock Analysis on TOWN About TowneBank ( Free Report ) TowneBank provides retail and commercial banking services for individuals, commercial enterprises, and professionals. The company operates through three segments: Banking, Realty, and Insurance. It accepts various deposits, including demand deposits, savings accounts, money rate savings, certificates of deposit, and individual retirement accounts. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding TOWN? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for TowneBank ( NASDAQ:TOWN – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for TowneBank Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for TowneBank and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Elon Musk is already identifying specific government employees with “fake jobs” as he recommends mass firings as co-chair of Donald Trump ’s newly-created Department of Government Efficiency. The billionaire re-shared a post last week that highlighted Ashley Thomas, a little-known director of climate diversification at the US International Development Finance Corporation. The original poster shared a screenshot of Thomas’s role, writing, “I don’t think the US Taxpayer should pay for the employment of a ‘Director of Climate Diversification (she/her)’ at the US International Development Finance Corporation.” Musk captioned his re-shared post : “So many fake jobs.” Thomas’s role is anything but fake. Her work involves finding innovations that serve the country’s interests, an agency official told the Wall Street Journal , including bolstering infrastructure and agriculture against extreme weather events — which are on the rise due to the ongoing climate crisis . Thomas, 37, holds engineering, business and water science degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and University of Oxford, and “works for a federal agency that partners with private companies to finance ways to improve living standards in developing countries,” according to the Journal . Musk’s remark sparked a flurry of responses, with some defending Thomas while others mocked her. “A tough way for Ashley Thomas to find out she’s losing her job,” one user posted, according to the Journal . “You have absolutely no idea what you are talking about and dangerously targeting a person who works an honest job to provide for their family,” civil rights activist Michael Skolnik said. An official with the US International Development Finance Corporation told The Independent the agency “does not comment on individual personnel positions or matters.” Musk and Ramaswamy also penned an op-ed for the Journal last week explaining their plan for the Department of Government Efficiency. They claimed their department will be guided by a pair of Supreme Court rulings that legal scholars have warned will turn the courts into weapons against federal regulations that right-wing groups have spent years trying to undermine, The Independent previously reported. “We are focused on delivering cost savings for taxpayers,” they wrote . “The Skeptics question how much federal spending DOGE can tame through executive action alone.” “They point to the 1974 Impoundment Control Act , which stops the president from ceasing expenditures authorized by Congress,” they continued. “Mr. Trump has previously suggested this statute is unconstitutional, and we believe the current Supreme Court would likely side with him on this question.” Musk and Ramaswamy appear “utterly ignorant” of federal laws that mandate clear and strict procedures for repealing regulations, administrative law expert and George Washington University professor Richard Pierce told The Washington Post on Sunday. The Independent has contacted Musk for comment.
GARY LINEKER has landed his first job since announcing his Match of the Day exit. The legendary England striker, 63, revealed earlier this month he will leave the iconic BBC programme at the end of the season after 25 years as host. 11 Gary Lineker appeared in the Baller League UK and USA video 11 Lineker will leave his role as Match of the Day host at the end of the season 11 Lineker, Shearer and Richards will all coach teams in the Baller League - which is set to begin in March 11 Richards hilariously rips his trousers in the trailer And just two weeks later his newest project has been unveiled as he prepares to get involved in Baller League UK. The football tournament was launched in Germany earlier this year and includes the likes of Mats Hummels and Lukasz Podolski. The league is made up of 12 teams consisting of six players on each side, with weekly matches taking place indoors across two 15-minute halves. Now the trailer announcing UK and US versions has been released on social media - with a plethora of star-studded names involved. READ MORE ON GARY LINEKER GET HIM LIN Gary Lineker calls for former England boss to replace Steve Cooper at Leicester The ad, set in an airport, features a mix of YouTubers and ex-footballers. Lineker is joined by Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for his segment of the video. Lineker and Shearer are left in hysterics as Richards swandives on to the floor and rips his trousers in an attempt to beat his MOTD pals to a header. The BBC presenter then says "Talk about bursting on the seam!" - a play-on words on Richards' famous "bursting on to the scene" quote. Most read in Sport KEANE OBSERVER Sky Sports launch Roy Keane probe and ask Redknapp and co for statements VINDA-BLUES Gers greats from 9IAR era spotted at private meal with Helicopter Sunday heroes 'WORST I'VE SEEN' Scots snooker star on end of brutal WHITEWASH in UK Championship return 'NO PATIENCE' Propper brands Rangers' opponents long ball merchants and calls out own fans CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS 11 Chelsea legend and ex-England captain John Terry will also be a team manager 11 He wore full kit in the video - a nod to him doing so after the 2012 Champions League final Credit: Baller League 11 Arsenal's Invincibles Freddie Ljunberg, Robert Pires and Jens Lehmann are three more of the coaches 11 Real Madrid icon Luis Figo will also be a manager 11 Barcelona and Brazil icon Ronaldinho appeared at the end of the video Lineker has been named a team manager in the league - with a host of former players joining him to head up rival sides. Shearer and Richards have also been confirmed as head coaches, along with Chelsea legend and ex-England captain John Terry - who replicates his 2012 Champions League final antics by appearing in the video in full kit. Watch Alan Shearer’s cheeky pitch to be new Match of the Day host in first show since Gary Lineker exit confirmed Arsenal Invincibles trio Jens Lehmann, Robert Pires and Freddie Ljunberg will also be coaches, as will ex- Real Madrid superstar Luis Figo. Ronaldinho is also seen at the end of the clip as he smiles on a plane in a scene with IShowSpeed - who will be the Baller League USA president. It is unclear what Ronaldinho's involvement will be. KSI has been announced as the president of Baller League UK. It is set to get underway in March next year and finish in May - with coverage being hosted by Chunkz on Twitch. Rule changes will also take place during certain matches - including 3 vs 3 games, goals scored from the back two thirds of the pitch counting for double, and one-on-one match-ups starting behind the halfway line. Trials for players hoping to take part in the league will be staged in London and Manchester. They will include free agents, futsal players, academy youngsters, street ballers and retired pros. KSI said: "I have high hopes for what this league can bring to the sport. Read more on the Scottish Sun 'DISAPPOINTED' Harry Potter steam train blasted by passengers who 'dreaded' return journey COLD BEERS SPFL side spotted going for a PINT after their bus got stuck in the snow "We're bringing a different style to football, a different energy to the normal and showing a different level of entertainment to the sport. "Very exciting times ahead!" Who could replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host? GARY LINEKER dropped the shock news that he is QUITTING Match of the Day. The popular presenter, 63, took over hosting duties on the flagship BBC programme from Des Lynam in 1999. But after more than 25 years in the studio hotseat, he has called time on his MOTD gig. But as part of a huge shake-up, the BBC is considering rotating the presenters on a weekly basis. So with Lineker vacating the chair, new names will step into his giant boots. But who could they be? MARK CHAPMAN Chapman, 51, is the obvious early favourite to follow on from Lineker as MOTD presenter. He already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night plus landed the presenting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show. ALEX SCOTT Scott gets the nod from the Beeb bosses when Lineker is away. The former right-back, 40, is used to presenting the Saturday night show as well as live match coverage - plus ticks the box as a former England international. GABBY LOGAN Like Scott, Logan, 51, is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available. She has done most gigs since joining the BBC in 2007, including Olympics, Sports Personality of the Year and Final Score. MICAH RICHARDS Lineker's top pick to replace him is exuberant former Man City defender Richards. The departing host told his close pal, 36, on their Stick to Football podcast: "I'd love to see you take over Micah, I think you'd be brilliant in the chair." JASON MOHAMMAD Mohammad could earn the "promotion" from Final Score to Match of the Day. The 51-year-old Welshman - who took over from Logan in 2013 - is one of the BBC's top earners already and is more senior than fellow Final Score and BBC Sport broadcaster Kelly Somers, who could in theory become the main live host for the afternoon slot. JEFF STELLING He couldn't, could he? While Lineker has been the face of Saturday night TV for football fans for years, the face of the afternoons was Stelling in his role as Sky Sports' Soccer Saturday presenter. He would bring plenty of on-screen charisma, wit and legendary TV expertise - but at nearly 70 and currently with talkSPORT, the Hartlepool fan would not be a cheap or long-term appointment. 11 Internet superstar KSI will be the president of the Baller League UK 11 IShowSpeed will be the president of the Baller League USAIn a shocking case of cyber fraud , a 75-year-old man from Colaba, Mumbai, was defrauded of Rs 11.1 crore by scammers operating through a WhatsApp group. The victim, a retired ship captain and regular stock market investor, fell prey to a meticulously planned scheme that involved a fake financial services company, fraudulent trading apps, and persuasive tactics by the culprits. This case underscores the growing prevalence of cyber scams targeting unsuspecting individuals via messaging platforms like WhatsApp. It also highlights the importance of adopting robust digital security practices to avoid such traps. How a WhatsApp group scam duped a 75-year-old of Rs 11.1 crore The incident began on August 19 when the victim was added to a WhatsApp group named after a prominent financial services company. A woman posing as "Anya Smith" shared investment opportunities on the group and invited members to invest in stock trading. Convinced by the group’s credibility, the victim consented to the proposal and was moved to another group. From there, he was directed to download a trading app through a shared link. The victim then began receiving messages from "Smith" and her associates regarding various investment schemes, including institutional account trading, IPOs, and OTC trading. Over the next two months, the victim made 22 transactions amounting to Rs 11.1 crore to multiple bank accounts across the country. When he questioned the use of multiple bank accounts, the scammers assured him that it was to save taxes. However, even after paying an additional 20% service tax, the victim was repeatedly asked for more payments under various pretenses. Realizing something was amiss, he approached the headquarters of the purported financial company, only to discover it was a fraud. Police investigation and findings of the WhatsApp scam The victim reported the incident to the South Region Cyber Police, who registered a case under the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act. The investigation revealed that the bank accounts used by the scammers were held in branches of UCO Bank, ICICI Bank, Canara Bank, Bandhan Bank, and others across cities such as Mumbai, Bhopal, Nagpur, Surat, Hyderabad, and Jaipur. Authorities suspect a well-coordinated network of individuals behind the scam and have initiated efforts to trace the perpetrators. This case adds to a worrying trend of cyber frauds in Mumbai, with a similar incident earlier in the year involving an elderly woman losing Rs 25 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI officers. How to protect yourself from WhatsApp group scams To avoid falling victim to scams like this, here are some essential tips: Adjust WhatsApp group privacy settings WhatsApp allows users to control who can add them to groups. Follow these steps to secure your account: Open WhatsApp and go to Settings (found under the three-dot menu on Android or at the bottom on iOS). Select Privacy > Groups . Choose one of the following options: Everyone : Anyone can add you to groups (not recommended). My Contacts : Only people in your address book can add you. My Contacts Except : Exclude specific contacts from adding you. Nobody : Requires everyone to send you an invite before adding you to a group. Be wary of investment opportunities on messaging platforms Verify the source : Check the credentials of anyone offering financial advice or investment schemes. Avoid clicking links : Refrain from clicking on suspicious links shared in groups or messages. Research thoroughly : Confirm the legitimacy of apps or companies before making any financial commitments. Report and exit suspicious WhatsApp groups If you are added to an unsolicited or suspicious WhatsApp group: Go to the group info section. Select Report Group to notify WhatsApp about the activity. Exit the group and block the group admin if necessary. Enable WhatsApp’s privacy checkup tool WhatsApp offers a Privacy Checkup feature that guides users through configuring their privacy settings for maximum security. Additional digital safety practices to protect yourself from online fraud Never share personal information : Avoid sharing sensitive information like bank details or personal IDs on messaging platforms. Beware of unknown contacts : Do not engage with messages or calls from unknown numbers. Monitor financial transactions : Regularly check your bank statements for any unauthorized transactions. Also read | Airtel recharge plans | Jio recharge plans | BSNL recharge plans
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