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Snap-on's SNA short percent of float has risen 10.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.99 million shares sold short , which is 6.64% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.41 days to cover their short positions on average. Why Short Interest Matters Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. Short selling is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises. Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish. See Also: List of the most shorted stocks Snap-on Short Interest Graph (3 Months) As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Snap-on has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted. Comparing Snap-on's Short Interest Against Its Peers Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis. According to Benzinga Pro , Snap-on's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.00%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers. Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

Lindsey Vonn takes another step in comeback at age 40, competes in a pair of downhillsFormer US President Jimmy Carter passed away at 100. His 1978 visit to India strengthened US-India ties, inspiring a Haryana village to rename itself Carterpuri in his honour. Washington : Jimmy Carter, 39th President of US and global advocate for peace and human rights, passed away at the age of 100. He died at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family, according to a statement from the Carter Center. Carter, the longest-lived president in US history, was known not only for his time in office but also for his humanitarian work after leaving the White House. His presidency marked significant moments in US.-India relations, including a visit to India in 1978 during which a village in Haryana renamed itself Carterpuri in his honour. A friend to India Carter was the first US President to visit India after the Emergency was lifted in 1977, as reported by The Associated Press. During his visit, he addressed Indian Parliament, praising the country’s commitment to democracy and its rejection of authoritarianism. He highlighted India’s achievements in maintaining unity amid diversity, calling it an experiment celebrated worldwide. In a historic visit to the village of Daulatpur Nasirabad, now renamed Carterpuri, Carter connected with the local people. The visit left a lasting impression, and the villagers maintained contact with the White House throughout his presidency. To this day, January 3, the date of his visit, is celebrated as a holiday in Carterpuri. US-India ties Carter’s tenure laid the foundation for a stronger US-India partnership. His emphasis on democratic principles and mutual respect helped rebuild trust between the two nations after earlier tensions during the Nixon administration. His visit to India marked the beginning of a closer relationship that has since expanded to include cooperation in areas like energy, technology, defense and trade. The Carter Center highlighted that the relationship between the two nations has grown significantly over the years, with milestones like the 2008 civil nuclear agreement and the establishment of the US-India Strategic Dialogue in 2010, as reported by Associated Press. Joe Biden pays tribute to Carter President Joe Biden paid tribute to Carter. In a post on X, Joe Biden said, “”This is a sad day, but it brings back an incredible amount of good memories. Today, America and the world, in my view, lost a remarkable leader.” Biden called him a “leader, statesman, and humanitarian” who worked tirelessly for causes such as civil rights, human rights, and eradicating diseases. “He saved, lifted, and changed lives all across the globe,” Biden said in a post on X. Carter is survived by his four children, 11 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. His son, Chip Carter, described him as a hero who believed in peace, human rights, and bringing people together. Click for more latest World news . Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9. Dimple Singh is a journalist by profession and an accomplished author. Currently serving as a Senior Sub-Editor at News 9, she brings with her 5 years of valuable experience in digital journalism from her previous company Times Of India. Her expertise lies in writing about crime and political news, where she skillfully combines her digital news writing abilities with a deep understanding of AI technology.In the realm of literature, Dimple has authored five compelling fictional books. Her writing reflects a passion for powerful storytelling, capturing the imaginations of readers with every word. Dimple is known for her workaholic nature, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to her profession and her love for words.

Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Carter died Sunday, coming up on two years after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. At age 52, Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. Carter left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Here's the latest: President Joe Biden has scheduled a state funeral in Washington for former President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9. Biden also declared Jan. 9 as a National Day of Mourning across the U.S. Carter, the longest-lived former president, died Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was 100. Biden also ordered U.S. flags to fly at half-staff for 30 days from Sunday. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday praised Carter for his significant contributions to international peace through the Camp David Accords, the SALT II Treaty and the Panama Canal treaties. “President Carter’s commitment to international peace and human rights also found full expression after he left the presidency,” Guterres said in a statement. "He played a key role in conflict mediation, election monitoring, the promotion of democracy, and disease prevention and eradication. These and other efforts earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 and helped advance the work of the United Nations. “President Carter will be remembered for his solidarity with the vulnerable, his abiding grace, and his unrelenting faith in the common good and our common humanity,” Guterres said. King Charles III joined leaders from around the world in issuing their condolences and sharing their reflections on the former president. “It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of former President Carter," the king said in a public statement. “He was a committed public servant, and devoted his life to promoting peace and human rights. His dedication and humility served as an inspiration to many, and I remember with great fondness his visit to the United Kingdom in 1977." President Joe Biden broke from his family vacation in the U.S. Virgin Islands to remember Carter, recalling his predecessor as a role model and friend. America and the world lost a “remarkable leader” with Carter’s death, Biden said, adding that he had spoken to several of the former president's children and was working with them to formalize memorial arrangements in Washington. Speaking for roughly 10 minutes, Biden remembered Carter as a humanitarian and statesman, someone he couldn't imagine walking past a person in need without trying to help them. He represented “the most fundamental human values we can never let slip away,” Biden said. The president repeatedly praised Carter's “simple decency” and his values, saying some will see him as a man of honesty and humility from a bygone era. “I don’t believe it’s a bygone era. I see a man not only of our time, but for all times,” Biden said. “To know his core, you need to know he never stopped being a Sunday school teacher at that Baptist church in Plains, Georgia.” Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi said on X that Carter's significant role in achieving the peace agreement between Egypt and Israel "will remain etched in the annals of history.” He went on to say Carter's “humanitarian work exemplifies a lofty standard of love, peace, and brotherhood.” Carter will be remembered as “one of the world’s most prominent leaders in service to humanity,” el-Sissi said. President Joe Biden will speak about Carter Sunday evening. The president will make his address from a hotel in St. Croix, from the U.S. Virgin Islands, where he is on a holiday vacation with his family. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter had one of the great love stories and political partnerships in U.S. presidential history. The former president sometimes called his wife, who died Nov. 19. 2023, “Rosie,” which is a good way to remember how her name actually is pronounced. It is “ROSE-uh-lyn,” not, repeat NOT, “RAHZ-uh-lyn.” They were married more than 77 years but their relationship went back even further. Jimmy’s mother, “Miss Lillian,” delivered Eleanor Rosalynn Smith at the Smith home in Plains on Aug. 18, 1927. The nurse brought her eldest child back a few days later to visit, meaning the longest-married presidential couple met as preschooler and newborn. She became his trusted campaign aide and White House adviser, surprising Washington by sitting in on Cabinet meetings. Then they traveled the world together as co-founders of The Carter Center. Most of the nation saw the former president for the last time at Rosalynn Carter’s funeral. Jason Carter is now the chairman of The Carter Center’s board of governors. He said his grandparents “never changed who they were” even after reaching the White House and becoming global humanitarians. He says their four years in Washington were just one period of putting their values into action and that the center his grandparents founded in Atlanta is a lasting “extension of their belief in human rights as a fundamental global force.” Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter traveled the world advocating for democracy and fighting disease, but Jason Carter said they weren’t motivated by pity, or arrogance that a former American president had all the answers — they ventured to remote places because they could “recognize these people.” They too were from “a 600-person village” and understood that even the poorest people “have the power ... the ability ... the knowledge and the expertise to change their own community.” As reaction poured in from around the world, President Joe Biden mourned Carter’s death, saying the world lost an “extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian” and he lost a dear friend. Biden cited Carter’s compassion and moral clarity, his work to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless and advocacy for the disadvantaged as an example for others. Biden said he is ordering a state funeral for Carter in Washington. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is remembering Carter as a man steeped “in devotion to public service and peace.” The California Democrat said in a statement Sunday that Carter was committed to “honoring the spark of divinity within every person,” something she said manifested in “teaching Sunday school in his beloved Marantha Baptist Church, brokering the landmark Camp David Accords to pave the way to peace or building homes with Habitat for Humanity.” Pelosi also said Carter led “perhaps the most impactful post-presidency in history.” British Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted in a post on X the special contribution Carter made by brokering the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt and through his work with the Carter Center. “Motivated by his strong faith and values, President Carter redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad,” Starmer said. To commemorate Carter’s death, officials with the Empire State Building said in a post on social media that the iconic New York City landmark would be lit in red, white and blue on Sunday night, “to honor the life and legacy” of the late former president. In a statement issued Sunday, former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama said Carter’s beloved Maranatha Baptist Church “will be a little quieter on Sunday,s” but added that the late former president “will never be far away -- buried alongside Rosalynn next to a willow tree down the road, his memory calling all of us to heed our better angels.” Noting the “hundreds of tourists from around the world crammed into the pews” to see the former president teach Sunday school, as he did “for most of his adult life,” the Obamas listed Carter’s accomplishments as president. But they made special note of the Sunday school lessons, saying they were catalysts for people making a pilgrimage to the church. “Many people in that church on Sunday morning were there, at least in part, because of something more fundamental: President Carter’s decency.” The longest-lived American president died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care , at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died at 96 in November 2023 , spent most of their lives. “Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia,” The Carter Center said in posting about his death on the social media platform X. It added in a statement that he died peacefully, surrounded by his family. In his 1975 book “Why Not The Best,” Carter said of himself: “I am a Southerner and an American, I am a farmer, an engineer, a father and husband, a Christian, a politician and former governor, a planner, a businessman, a nuclear physicist, a naval officer, a canoeist, and among other things a lover of Bob Dylan’s songs and Dylan Thomas’s poetry.” A moderate Democrat, Carter entered the 1976 presidential race as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad smile, outspoken Baptist mores and technocratic plans reflecting his education as an engineer. After he left office and returned home to his tiny hometown of Plains in southwest Georgia, Carter regularly taught Sunday School lessons at Maranatha Baptist Church until his mobility declined. Those sessions drew visitors from around the world. Former Vice President Al Gore praised Jimmy Carter for living “a life full of purpose, commitment and kindness” and for being a “lifelong role model for the entire environmental movement.” Carter, who left the White House in 1981 after a landslide defeat to Ronald Reagan. concentrated on conflict resolution, defending democracy and fighting disease in the developing world. Gore, who lost the 2000 presidential election to George W. Bush, remains a leading advocate for action to fight climate change. Both won Nobel Peace Prizes. Gore said that “it is a testament to his unyielding determination to help build a more just and peaceful world” that Carter is often “remembered equally for the work he did as President as he is for his leadership over the 42 years after he left office.” During Gore’s time in the White House, President Bill Clinton had an uneasy relationship with Carter. But Gore said he is “grateful” for “many years of friendship and collaboration” with Carter. Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, remember Carter as a man who lived to serve others. “Hillary and I mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter and give thanks for his long, good life. Guided by his faith, President Carter lived to serve others — until the very end." The statement recalled Carter's many achievements and priorities, including efforts “to protect our natural resources in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, make energy conservation a national priority, return the Panama Canal to Panama, and secure peace between Egypt and Israel at Camp David." After he left office, the Clinton statement said, Carter continued efforts in "supporting honest elections, advancing peace, combating disease, and promoting democracy; to his and Rosalynn’s devotion and hard work at Habitat for Humanity — he worked tirelessly for a better, fairer world,” the statement said.By Conor Ryan Weeks after Randy Moss went public with a cancer diagnosis , the Patriots paid tribute to the former wide receiver and Pro Football Hall of Famer ahead of Saturday’s game against the Chargers. Ahead of kickoff, a flag featuring Moss’ name and Patriots No. 81 jersey was carried along the Gillette Stadium sidelines. On the stadium’s video board, a photo of Moss reeling in a one-handed touchdown was put on display along with the phrase: “Moss Out Cancer.” “Fans, we ask you to please stand and cheer on Randy Moss as we aim to Moss Out Cancer,” the video screen noted. “Let’s show Randy how much support he has from all of us in New England.” The Patriots’ tribute to their former wideout did not go unnoticed by Moss. “It’s the BIG crybaby here........Wanna thank u all for this!!LUV IS ALWAYS IN THE AIR,” Moss posted to X. It's the BIG crybaby here........Wanna thank u all for this!!LUV IS ALWAYS IN THE AIR♥️ https://t.co/mcbYsVAaCr This stands as the latest tribute that Moss has received from the New England crowd this year, with the former star receiver moved to tears after getting an extended ovation while speaking during Tom Brady’s Patriots Hall-of-Fame induction in June. All love for @RandyMoss 🥹 pic.twitter.com/8XTi1YYTnW Earlier this month, Moss went on Instagram Live and announced that doctors found a cancerous mass in his bile duct between his pancreas and liver, necessitating a “whipple procedure” surgery to help remove the cancerous mass. “I am a cancer survivor. Some trying times, but we made it through. I didn’t think I would ever be in a position like this, as healthy as I thought I was,” Moss, donning a hoodie that said “Team Moss,” said in the social-media video. Moss — who took a leave of absence from his media obligations on ESPN this month — is still set to undergo radiation and chemotherapy treatments as part of his recovery. Moss has received several tributes and shoutouts across the NFL since going public with his cancer diagnosis. The Minnesota Vikings — the team that Moss played eight seasons with — honored Moss in several ways during their win over the Bears on Dec. 16. Vikings legends Cris Carter and Jake Reed carried Moss’ jersey to the 50-yard line while serving as honorary captains for the pregame coin toss. Current Minnesota wideout Justin Jefferson also shouted out Moss after reeling in a touchdown catch in the win over Chicago. “We love you, Randy! That’s for you!” Jefferson shouted to the camera while making a “heart” gesture with his hands. "We love you Randy, that's for you" 💜 Justin Jefferson showing love to Randy Moss after the TD 🥹 pic.twitter.com/fiSD5Vl4Df Conor Ryan Conor Ryan is a staff writer covering the Bruins, Celtics, Patriots, and Red Sox for Boston.com, a role he has held since 2023. Boston.com Today Sign up to receive the latest headlines in your inbox each morning. Be civil. Be kind.Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save In his letter of Dec. 3 (“Sad, embarrassed, disillusioned”), Bill Lauer asks how we can explain the election of Donald Trump to our children (and lists the many negative attributes of our soon to be president. Here are some explanations I have thought of or read from others: 1. Many Americans are still racist and sexist, and Kamala Harris is a woman with color in her skin. This is the very image that many Americans fear beyond all others. 2. Many of our colleges and universities have stopped teaching psychology, except to psych majors. So very few Americans have the knowledge that would help them recognize the severity of Donald Trump’s multiple mental illnesses. Many of our past presidents have had some level of psychological disturbance, of course, but never anything like what we see in Donald Trump. 3. Our high schools stopped teaching civics/government quite awhile back. 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MetLife Investment Management LLC lessened its stake in LPL Financial Holdings Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPLA – Free Report ) by 1.9% in the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 4,693 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 92 shares during the quarter. MetLife Investment Management LLC’s holdings in LPL Financial were worth $1,092,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in LPLA. Ashton Thomas Private Wealth LLC bought a new stake in shares of LPL Financial in the 2nd quarter valued at about $25,000. Key Financial Inc bought a new position in LPL Financial during the second quarter worth about $28,000. Ashton Thomas Securities LLC acquired a new position in LPL Financial in the third quarter valued at about $31,000. Paladin Wealth LLC acquired a new position in shares of LPL Financial in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $34,000. Finally, Crewe Advisors LLC raised its holdings in LPL Financial by 360.7% during the 2nd quarter. Crewe Advisors LLC now owns 129 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $36,000 after buying an additional 101 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 95.66% of the company’s stock. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of research firms have issued reports on LPLA. Citigroup increased their target price on LPL Financial from $285.00 to $310.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, October 31st. Barclays boosted their target price on LPL Financial from $273.00 to $311.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, October 31st. JMP Securities reiterated a “market outperform” rating and issued a $310.00 price objective on shares of LPL Financial in a report on Wednesday, October 9th. Morgan Stanley lifted their target price on LPL Financial from $303.00 to $309.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, October 17th. Finally, StockNews.com raised LPL Financial from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, November 9th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have given a hold rating and nine have assigned a buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, LPL Financial currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $290.83. LPL Financial Stock Down 0.9 % LPLA opened at $327.56 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 2.16, a quick ratio of 2.16 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.60. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $284.54 and its 200 day simple moving average is $257.24. LPL Financial Holdings Inc. has a 1-year low of $187.19 and a 1-year high of $332.54. The stock has a market cap of $24.53 billion, a PE ratio of 24.63, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.58 and a beta of 0.86. LPL Financial ( NASDAQ:LPLA – Get Free Report ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, October 30th. The financial services provider reported $4.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.69 by $0.47. LPL Financial had a net margin of 8.73% and a return on equity of 49.47%. The firm had revenue of $3.11 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.04 billion. During the same period last year, the business posted $3.74 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.0% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, research analysts expect that LPL Financial Holdings Inc. will post 16.1 earnings per share for the current year. LPL Financial Dividend Announcement The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 2nd. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 14th were given a dividend of $0.30 per share. This represents a $1.20 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.37%. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, November 14th. LPL Financial’s payout ratio is 9.02%. LPL Financial Profile ( Free Report ) LPL Financial Holdings Inc, together with its subsidiaries, provides an integrated platform of brokerage and investment advisory services to independent financial advisors and financial advisors at enterprises in the United States. Its brokerage offerings include variable and fixed annuities, mutual funds, equities, fixed income, alternative investments, retirement and 529 education savings plans, and insurance. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for LPL Financial Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for LPL Financial and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

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