Microsoft's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights
A significant portion of investors have taken a bearish stance on Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), with options trading indicating a mix of bullish and bearish expectations. Notably, 35% of trades were bullish, while 64% were bearish. The trading volume and open interest suggest a target price range of $260 to $500 for MSFT. Recent significant trades include both bullish and bearish calls with varying strike prices and sentiments. Microsoft's current stock price is $424.45, with an average analyst price target of $518. Analyst ratings vary, with some downgrades but still positive outlooks.
March 27, 2024 | 2:46 pm
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Investors show a bearish stance on Microsoft, with a significant volume of options trading. Analysts have mixed ratings but maintain a positive outlook with an average price target of $518.
The bearish stance among investors, as indicated by the options trading, contrasts with the positive outlook from analysts, suggesting a complex short-term impact. The significant volume of trading and the range of analyst price targets indicate both uncertainty and potential optimism in MSFT's short-term price movement.
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