Walt Disney Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Financial giants have made a noticeable bearish move on Walt Disney. Analysis of options activity for Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) has unveiled 15 unusual trades, showing an interesting mix of market sentiment.

Upon diving into the specifics, it was discovered that only 33% of traders were taking bullish positions, while a more significant 46% indicated a bearish outlook. Among these trades, there were 10 puts valued at approximately $970,924, contrasted by 5 calls which were valued at $286,915.

Projected Price Targets

Based on recent trading patterns, it seems that major investors have set their sights on a price range for Walt Disney between $80.00 and $120.00 over the past three months. This range reflects their expectations and strategies regarding the company's future stock performance.

Volume & Open Interest Development

Taking a closer look at volume and open interest is crucial for understanding stock research. This data provides insights into liquidity and interest levels for Walt Disney's options at different strike prices. Below, we present key trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts regarding significant trades for Walt Disney, focusing on strike prices between $80.00 and $120.00 over the last month.

Walt Disney Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days

In the last month, discerning traders have identified various options activities. Here are some of the most significant trades observed:

Biggest Options Spotted:

Symbol	PUT/CALL	Trade Type	Sentiment	Exp. Date	Ask	Bid	Price	Strike Price	Total Trade Price	Open Interest	Volume
DIS	PUT	TRADE	NEUTRAL	06/20/25	$3.85	$3.75	$3.8	$95.00	$380.0K	9.2K	1.0K
DIS	PUT	TRADE	BULLISH	04/04/25	$4.55	$3.85	$3.95	$101.00	$166.6K	905	48
DIS	PUT	SWEEP	BEARISH	01/16/26	$5.7	$5.6	$5.7	$90.00	$105.3K	4.7K	916
DIS	CALL	SWEEP	BEARISH	01/15/27	$21.65	$21.5	$21.5	$90.00	$103.2K	348	48
DIS	CALL	SWEEP	BULLISH	12/18/26	$15.65	$15.45	$15.65	$100.00	$90.7K	751	61

About Walt Disney

The Walt Disney Company operates through three main business segments: entertainment, sports, and experiences. The entertainment and experiences segments leverage the company's ownership of popular franchises and characters. The entertainment division comprises the ABC broadcast network, various cable networks, and streaming platforms like Disney+ and Hulu. Additionally, Disney participates in film and television production and distribution, often keeping content for its streaming services and television networks. The sports segment includes ESPN and the ESPN+ service, while the experiences segment encompasses Disney's theme parks and vacation destinations, benefitting from merchandise licensing as well.

After reviewing the options activity surrounding Walt Disney, it's also important to consider the company's current market performance.

Walt Disney's Current Market Status

• Currently, Walt Disney's stock is traded at a volume of 2,736,627 shares, showing a decrease of -0.9% and currently priced at $97.81.
• Relative Strength Index (RSI) readings suggest that the stock may be in an oversold condition.
• The next anticipated earnings release for the company is due in 35 days.

What The Experts Say On Walt Disney

In recent weeks, analysts have provided ratings for the stock, with one expert indicating an average target price of $130.00. Smart Money on the Move: Unusual options activity has been observed, prompting analysts to monitor potential movers in the market. According to Loop Capital, the company maintains a Buy rating for Walt Disney, projecting a price target of $130.

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