Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Boeing BA.
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with BA, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Boeing.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 75%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $129,000, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $368,250.
What's The Price Target?
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $145.0 to $190.0 for Boeing over the recent three months.
Analyzing Volume & Open Interest
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Boeing's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Boeing's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $145.0 to $190.0 over the preceding 30 days.
Boeing Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview
Largest Options Trades Observed:
| Symbol | PUT/CALL | Trade Type | Sentiment | Exp. Date | Ask | Bid | Price | Strike Price | Total Trade Price | Open Interest | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | PUT | TRADE | BULLISH | 02/14/25 | $1.31 | $0.8 | $0.86 | $145.00 | $129.0K | 201 | 1.5K |
| BA | CALL | TRADE | BEARISH | 01/16/26 | $24.8 | $23.25 | $23.25 | $180.00 | $116.2K | 1.1K | 51 |
| BA | CALL | SWEEP | BEARISH | 01/17/25 | $5.85 | $5.6 | $5.75 | $165.00 | $115.0K | 9.6K | 217 |
| BA | CALL | TRADE | BEARISH | 06/18/26 | $29.55 | $29.1 | $29.1 | $180.00 | $29.1K | 177 | 10 |
| BA | CALL | TRADE | BEARISH | 04/17/25 | $5.6 | $5.5 | $5.5 | $190.00 | $27.5K | 613 | 152 |
About Boeing
Boeing is a major aerospace and defense firm. It operates in three segments: commercial airplanes; defense, space, and security; and Global services. Boeing's commercial airplanes segment competes with Airbus in the production of aircraft that can carry more than 130 passengers. Boeing's defense, space, and security segment competes with Lockheed, Northrop, and several other firms to create military aircraft, satellites, and weaponry. Global services provides aftermarket support to airlines.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Boeing, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
Where Is Boeing Standing Right Now?
- Trading volume stands at 440,324, with BA's price down by -0.47%, positioned at $169.76.
- RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.
- Earnings announcement expected in 14 days.
Professional Analyst Ratings for Boeing
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $212.5.
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. * Showing optimism, an analyst from Barclays upgrades its rating to Overweight with a revised price target of $210. * Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Deutsche Bank continues to hold a Buy rating for Boeing, targeting a price of $215.
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 Boeing with Benzinga Pro for real-time alerts.
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