Microsoft's Bullish Options Activity Highlights Market Interest

Recently, investors with substantial capital have shown a positive sentiment towards Microsoft (MSFT), signaling a trend that market participants should take note of. Our examination of public options data has unveiled significant trading activities surrounding this tech giant.

Our findings today revealed that Benzinga's options scanner flagged 28 unusual options activities related to Microsoft, which indicates an above-average level of trading interest.

The sentiment among these major investors appears mixed. Approximately 50% of the trades indicate a bullish stance, while 25% lean bearish. Specifically, out of the highlighted options, we observed 2 put options worth $82,250 and a total of 26 call options, which amounted to an impressive $1,736,859.

Projected Price Targets

The recent volume and open interest tracked in these options contracts suggest that large investors, often referred to as "whales," are targeting a price range for Microsoft between $380.00 and $430.00 over the past three months.

Analyzing Volume & Open Interest

In terms of trading activity, the average open interest in Microsoft options today stands at 4,342.23, accompanied by a total trading volume of 73,856.00. This reflects significant liquidity for traders interested in these options.

Microsoft 30-Day Option Volume & Interest Overview

A detailed look at how the volume and open interest for Microsoft options has shifted within a specific strike price range over the past month can offer insights into market expectations and investor strategy.

Noteworthy Options Transactions:

Symbol	PUT/CALL	Trade Type	Sentiment	Exp. Date	Ask	Bid	Price	Strike Price	Total Trade Price	Open Interest	Volume
MSFT	CALL	SWEEP	BULLISH	10/25/24	$3.55	$3.5	$3.53	$420.00	$340.9K	8.8K	2.1K
MSFT	CALL	TRADE	BULLISH	11/15/24	$9.5	$9.4	$9.5	$430.00	$190.0K	8.7K	288
MSFT	CALL	TRADE	BEARISH	03/21/25	$37.15	$36.5	$36.7	$410.00	$91.7K	1.2K	26
MSFT	CALL	SWEEP	BEARISH	10/25/24	$2.26	$2.18	$2.22	$425.00	$91.3K	8.9K	7.8K
MSFT	CALL	SWEEP	BULLISH	10/25/24	$4.1	$3.95	$4.07	$420.00	$87.1K	8.8K	3.8K

About Microsoft

Microsoft is a leading technology company that develops and licenses a wide range of software products for both consumers and enterprises. Its most recognized offerings include the Windows operating system and the Office suite of productivity applications. The company is divided into three primary segments: productivity and business processes, intelligent cloud solutions, and more personal computing.

Current Position of Microsoft

• Microsoft's stock is currently trading at $419.31, reflecting a slight increase of 0.13% with a trading volume of 1,096,804.
• Relative Strength Index (RSI) readings suggest that the stock is in a neutral position, not leaning towards being overbought or oversold.
• The company is expected to release its earnings report in about a week.

Expert Opinions on Microsoft

In the last month, five analysts have provided their insights on Microsoft's stock, resulting in an average target price of $510.00. Their recommendations include:

• Keybanc maintains an Overweight rating, targeting a price of $505.
• Goldman Sachs continues with a Buy rating, aiming for a price of $500.
• Piper Sandler also has an Overweight rating with a target of $470.
• Truist Securities lowered its recommendation to Buy, with a target of $600.
• DA Davidson revised its assessment to Neutral, with a new price target set at $475.

Engaging in options trading carries inherent risks, yet it also holds the potential for significant profits. Successful traders navigate these challenges by continuously educating themselves, making strategic adjustments, and remaining aware of the shifting market dynamics. Stay updated on Microsoft's options and market activities for timely insights.

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