Analysis of Recent Options Activity for NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA)

Large investors, often referred to as 'whales,' are showing a distinctly bearish outlook on NVIDIA.

Recent analysis of NVIDIA's options history reveals a total of 246 trades.

Delving into the details of these trades, we find that approximately 42% of investors have taken a bullish stance, while 48% have adopted a bearish outlook.

Among the trades we've observed, 39 were put options, amounting to a total of $2,972,289, whereas 207 were call options, totaling $14,727,365.

Projected Price Targets

The trading behavior suggests that major investors are targeting a price range for NVIDIA between $90.0 and $300.0 over the past three months.

Volume and Open Interest Development

Currently, the average open interest for NVIDIA options stands at 25,525.68, with a total trading volume of 4,260,667.00. A corresponding chart illustrates the trends in both call and put option volumes and open interest for high-value trades in NVIDIA, focusing on the strike price range from $90.0 to $300.0, over the last 30 days.

Options Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days

This section analyzes the options activity observed for NVIDIA over the last month.

Noteworthy Options Activity:

Symbol	PUT/CALL	Trade Type	Sentiment	Expiration Date	Ask	Bid	Price	Strike Price	Total Trade Price	Open Interest	Volume
NVDA	PUT	TRADE	BULLISH	01/16/26	$22.00	$21.85	$21.85	$142.00	$327.7K	1.7K	331
NVDA	PUT	TRADE	BULLISH	01/16/26	$21.00	$20.80	$20.85	$140.00	$312.7K	37.9K	181
NVDA	PUT	SWEEP	BEARISH	01/31/25	$3.05	$3.00	$3.05	$145.00	$305.0K	20.0K	13.8K
NVDA	CALL	SWEEP	BULLISH	02/07/25	$4.25	$4.15	$4.20	$146.00	$267.6K	3.0K	13.9K
NVDA	CALL	TRADE	BULLISH	02/07/25	$4.20	$4.15	$4.20	$146.00	$210.0K	3.0K	7.6K

About NVIDIA

NVIDIA is a major player in the development of graphics processing units (GPUs). Initially, GPUs were primarily designed to enhance computer graphics, especially in gaming on PCs. However, the use of GPUs has expanded significantly, and they now play a crucial role in artificial intelligence (AI) applications. NVIDIA not only produces AI-focused GPUs but also has developed a software platform called Cuda, which is essential for creating and training AI models. Additionally, NVIDIA is broadening its offerings in data center networking solutions, enabling GPUs to work together seamlessly to manage complex workloads.

After examining the options activities linked to NVIDIA, we turn our attention to the company’s current market performance.

NVIDIA's Current Market Status

• The trading volume for NVIDIA is currently at 90,432,141, with the stock price dipping by 1.4% to $145.16.
• Current Relative Strength Indicator (RSI) values suggest that the stock may be nearing overbought territory.
• The next earnings report is scheduled for 33 days from now.

Expert Opinions on NVIDIA

In the last month, four industry analysts have provided their opinions on NVIDIA, with an average target price set at $192.50.

Unusual Options Activity Noted: Insight from Smart Investors

Specialized platforms often detect unusual options activities, highlighting potential market movements before they materialize. By tracking the positions taken by large investors in favored stocks, one can gain valuable insight.

A notable analyst from HSBC has decided to uphold a Buy rating for NVIDIA with a price target set at $185. An analyst from Benchmark has also adjusted their rating to Buy, suggesting a price target of $190. Furthermore, an analyst from Rosenblatt continues to support their Buy rating on NVIDIA, maintaining a target of $220. Additionally, Barclays has confirmed its Overweight rating for NVIDIA, with a price target of $175.

Options trading is inherently riskier compared to simply buying and selling stocks, yet it offers greater profit potential. Experienced options traders mitigate risks through daily education, gradually entering and exiting trades, monitoring multiple indicators, and closely observing market movements.

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