Spotlight on PayPal Holdings: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights
PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ:PYPL) has seen a significant surge in options activity, indicating a bullish stance by big-money investors. Benzinga's options scanner revealed 10 trades, predominantly bullish, with a focus on strike prices between $52.5 and $62.5. The company, known for its electronic payment solutions, has 426 million active accounts and owns Venmo. Recent analyst ratings vary, with an average price target of $65.6. The stock's current price is $58.51, with indicators suggesting it may be approaching overbought territory.
March 07, 2024 | 3:01 pm
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PayPal Holdings sees bullish options activity with a focus on $52.5-$62.5 strike prices. Analysts have mixed reviews but set an average price target of $65.6. The stock is currently at $58.51.
The significant bullish options activity, combined with the current stock price nearing the lower end of the targeted strike price range, suggests a positive short-term outlook. Analysts' average price target above the current price further supports this view. However, the mention of the stock potentially being overbought introduces a note of caution.
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