Procter & Gamble Option Alert: Mar 21 $170 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 1503 vs 7593 OI

Procter & Gamble Option Alert: Mar 21 $170 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 1503 @ $3.75 vs 7593 OI; Ref=$170.38

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades 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 PG, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 9 uncommon options trades for Procter &amp; Gamble.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 66% bullish and 33%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $270,581, and 4 are calls, for a total amount of $160,940.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $155.0 to $190.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Procter &amp; Gamble stands at 798.2, with a total volume reaching 1,211.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Procter &amp; Gamble, situated within the strike price corridor from $155.0 to $190.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742328024_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$7.95</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$159.1K</td>
<td align="right">163</td>
<td align="right">227</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$57.6K</td>
<td align="right">614</td>
<td align="right">144</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$45.3K</td>
<td align="right">614</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$30.4K</td>
<td align="right">163</td>
<td align="right">337</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$1.96</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$30.2K</td>
<td align="right">804</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, with annual sales approaching $85 billion. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
<h3>Where Is Procter &amp; Gamble Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,224,819, the PG's price is up by 0.18%, now at $170.07. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 34 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $172.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler persists with their Neutral rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $172. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Procter &amp; Gamble, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

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Investors with significant funds have taken a bearish position in Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>), a development that retail traders should be aware of.
This was brought to our attention today through our monitoring of publicly accessible options data at Benzinga. The exact nature of these investors remains a mystery, but such a major move in PG usually indicates foreknowledge of upcoming events.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner identified 11 options transactions for Procter &amp; Gamble. This is an unusual occurrence. The sentiment among these large-scale traders is mixed, with 27% being bullish and 54% bearish. Of all the options we discovered, 10 are puts, valued at $675,018, and there was a single call, worth $27,000.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $170.0 and $175.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Procter &amp; Gamble options trades today is 3842.75 with a total volume of 3,890.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Procter &amp; Gamble's big money trades within a strike price range of $170.0 to $175.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741787167_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$180.0K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$129.0K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
<td>901</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$80.9K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
<td>570</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$80.5K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
<td>158</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$37.4K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
<td>72</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, with annual sales approaching $85 billion. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
In light of the recent options history for Procter &amp; Gamble, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Current Position of Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 38,765, the PG's price is down by 0.0%, now at $173.12. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 40 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $172.0.
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. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=options-activity&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Procter &amp; Gamble, targeting a price of $172. 
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 Procter &amp; Gamble with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.

Procter & Gamble Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

A March filing shows that Representative Lloyd Doggett reported a purchase in Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>), valued between $1,001 and $15,000. The transaction date is listed as March 10, 2025, with the report published on March 10, 2025.
At present, Procter &amp; Gamble shares are trading down 1.72% at $173.23.
<h3>Representative's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
Over the previous three years, Lloyd Doggett conducted 69 trades, totaling more than $69 thousand. The largest of these were in Coca-Cola and Procter &amp; Gamble stock. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of Lloyd Doggett's most recent trades:
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Ticker</th>
<th>Stock Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
<th>Transaction Type</th>
<th>Transaction Date</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Procter &amp; Gamble</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-02-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Coca-Cola</td>
<td>KO</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2024-12-16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Home Depot</td>
<td>HD</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2024-12-12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PPG Indus</td>
<td>PPG</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2024-12-12</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on Lloyd Doggett's trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/lloyd-doggett">government trades tracking tool</a>!
<h3>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Procter &amp; Gamble. Our analysis of options history for Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) revealed 16 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 43% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $89,692, and 13 were calls, valued at $854,808.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $150.0 to $200.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Procter &amp; Gamble options trades today is 1864.54 with a total volume of 6,341.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Procter &amp; Gamble's big money trades within a strike price range of $150.0 to $200.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741118463_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$13.29</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$159.4K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>202</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.64</td>
<td>$2.43</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$113.6K</td>
<td>192</td>
<td>470</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$109.7K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$102.3K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>148</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$63.6K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>85</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, with annual sales approaching $85 billion. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Procter &amp; Gamble, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 8,122,877, with PG's price down by -0.25%, positioned at $175.15.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 48 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $172.0.
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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on Procter & Gamble Options

U.S. markets suffered a steep selloff Monday as President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs, extending last week&#8217;s losses and driving declines <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/03/44098232/markets-tank-after-trump-confirms-more-tariffs-heres-what-wall-street-is-saying">across all major sectors</a>.
What Happened: The S&amp;P 500 tracked by The SPDR S&amp;P 500 (NYSE:&nbsp;SPY) closed at 5,849.72, sinking 1.76%, continuing its retreat from 5,983 on Feb 24. The Nasdaq-100 monitored by Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) fell to 20,425.58, down from 21,352 a week earlier, marking a significant correction from recent highs.
Technology stocks bore the brunt of the selloff, with NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) plummeting 8.63% and ARM Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) dropping 8.05%. The sector&#8217;s decline follows a brutal week where AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) had already lost 20.64% and Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) fell 19.67% between Feb. 24-28, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
However, some stocks showed positive performance amid the broader market selloff, according to the Benzinga Stock Heat Map. 
In chemicals and allied products, Eli Lilly &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) gained 0.83%, while Procter &amp; Gamble Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) and Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) also edged higher. Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) rose 2.33% in the tobacco sector. In telecom, T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) climbed over 1.5%. Transport by air saw PHI Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHIG#NASDAQ">PHIG</a>) gain 2.3%. Meanwhile, Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) and PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) both advanced over 1.3%.
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Industrials saw significant pressure, with Vertiv Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>) falling 10.09% and FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) down 7.89%. In healthcare, BeOne Medicines dropped 10.10% while Hims &amp; Hers Health (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) declined 9.77%.
Financial stocks weren&#8217;t spared, with Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) shedding 6.51% and SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>) losing 6.40%. The slide continued a trend from last week when PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>) had already declined 5.58%.
Consumer discretionary and staples both tumbled, with Li Auto (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) plunging 10.96% and Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLTR#NASDAQ">DLTR</a>) falling 6.02%. Energy stocks like Ovintiv (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OVV#NYSE">OVV</a>) dropped 8.65%, while utilities Vistra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) and Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) both fell 7.40%.
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Why It Matters: The catalyst for Monday&#8217;s selloff was Trump&#8217;s announcement of 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, plus an additional 20% tariff on Chinese goods. The Kobeissi Letter noted these increases would raise the U.S. average effective tariff to approximately 20%, levels not seen <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/03/44098232/markets-tank-after-trump-confirms-more-tariffs-heres-what-wall-street-is-saying">since the Great Depression</a>.
Market strategist Tom Lee of Fundstrat suggested this week could mark the bottom for stocks in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44072005/tom-lee-sees-stocks-potentially-hitting-first-half-lows-this-week-bad-news-has-gotten-priced-in">first half of 2025</a>, noting &#8220;a lot of bad news has gotten priced in&#8221; and that retail sentiment has reached bearish levels comparable to fall 2022.
Wall Street remains divided on the tariffs&#8217; impact, with Peter Schiff warning of domestic economic harm while others like Anthony Pompliano pointed to Taiwan Semiconductor&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) $100 billion U.S. investment announcement as evidence tariffs might boost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/03/44098232/markets-tank-after-trump-confirms-more-tariffs-heres-what-wall-street-is-saying">domestic manufacturing</a>.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Procter &amp; Gamble.
Looking at options history for Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) we detected 24 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 33% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 54% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $252,750 and 22, calls, for a total amount of $3,417,975.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $160.0 to $185.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Procter &amp; Gamble's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Procter &amp; Gamble's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $160.0 to $185.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741032947_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$1.8M</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.85</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$231.8K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>6.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$4.95</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$227.2K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>456</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.05</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$191.4K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>191</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$0.87</td>
<td>$0.83</td>
<td>$0.83</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$118.6K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, with annual sales approaching $85 billion. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Procter &amp; Gamble, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Procter &amp; Gamble Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,222,841, the PG's price is up by 0.8%, now at $175.24. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 49 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $172.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Procter &amp; Gamble, targeting a price of $172. 
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Procter & Gamble Unusual Options Activity

12 analysts have shared their evaluations of Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $176.67, a high estimate of $209.00, and a low estimate of $155.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 1.35%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740423636_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Procter &amp; Gamble. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$172.00</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nik Modi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$164.00</td>
<td>$164.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$176.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$159.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Linda Bolton Weiser</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$163.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
<td>$167.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Grom</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$189.00</td>
<td>$196.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$181.00</td>
<td>$186.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$176.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Linda Bolton Weiser</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
<td>$209.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Procter &amp; Gamble. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Procter &amp; Gamble compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Procter &amp; Gamble's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Procter &amp; Gamble's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PG/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Procter &amp; Gamble analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Procter &amp; Gamble: A Closer Look</h2>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, with annual sales approaching $85 billion. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Procter &amp; Gamble showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.06% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Procter &amp; Gamble's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 20.83%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Procter &amp; Gamble's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 8.99%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Procter &amp; Gamble's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.66%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Procter &amp; Gamble's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.69, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Demystifying Procter & Gamble: Insights From 12 Analyst Reviews

Piper Sandler analyst Korinne Wolfmeyer maintains Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $173 to $172.

Price Target

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Procter & Gamble, Lowers Price Target to $172

Procter & Gamble Exec Says Tariffs Introduced Additional Layers Of Volatility On Direct Cost, Foreign Exchange And Interest Rates, Impact On Consumer Behavior

Procter & Gamble Exec Says Co Will Support Low End Of Guidance Ranges For The Year; There Is Some Level Of Probability That External Factors May Lead To A Slightly Below Guidance Range Outcome On The Bottom Line

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Procter & Gamble Exec Says Shipments To The U.S. Have Been Lower In Q1 So Far; Business In Russia Is Stable, Positioned To Continue To Drive Business Should There Be A Peaceful Resolution Of The Conflict

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in PG often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 10 options trades for Procter &amp; Gamble. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 30% bullish and 60% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $62,845, and 9 calls, totaling $738,573.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $165.0 to $180.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Procter &amp; Gamble's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Procter &amp; Gamble's whale trades within a strike price range from $165.0 to $180.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739218530_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$2.38</td>
<td>$2.43</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$257.0K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$113.2K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td>357</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$110.6K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$98.4K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$0.61</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$62.8K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, generating more than $80 billion in annual sales. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,505,152, the PG's price is down by -0.13%, now at $167.76. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 70 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $181.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Overweight rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $181. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $189. 
&#x2A; An analyst from DA Davidson persists with their Buy rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $209. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Hold rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, which currently sits at a price target of $161. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Hold rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $165. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Procter &amp; Gamble.
Looking at options history for Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 50% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 25% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 4 are puts, for a total amount of $155,853 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $187,320.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $160.0 to $175.0 for Procter &amp; Gamble over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Procter &amp; Gamble's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Procter &amp; Gamble's whale activity within a strike price range from $160.0 to $175.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738785632_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>243</td>
<td align="right">113</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$10.05</td>
<td>$10.05</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$47.2K</td>
<td>17</td>
<td align="right">57</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$42.3K</td>
<td>732</td>
<td align="right">46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$38.6K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td align="right">253</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, generating more than $80 billion in annual sales. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,139,592, the price of PG is up 0.26% at $168.56. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Procter &amp; Gamble</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $167.2.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Sector Perform with a new price target of $164. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel persists with their Hold rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $161. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Overweight rating on Procter &amp; Gamble with a target price of $176. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Wells Fargo continues to hold a Overweight rating for Procter &amp; Gamble, targeting a price of $180. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, maintaining a target price of $155. 
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Procter & Gamble's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

Marc S Pritchard, Chief Brand Officer at Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>), reported a large exercise of company stock options on January 27, according to a new SEC filing.
What Happened: Pritchard, Chief Brand Officer at Procter &amp; Gamble, exercised stock options for 90,450 shares of PG stock. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000080424/000112760225001999//Archives/edgar/data/80424/000112760225001999/0001127602-25-001999-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday. The exercise price of the options was $85.13 per share.
Procter &amp; Gamble shares are trading down 0.27% at $169.21 at the time of this writing on Tuesday morning. Since the current price is $169.21, this makes Pritchard's 90,450 shares worth $7,605,036.
<h3>Discovering Procter &amp; Gamble: A Closer Look</h3>
Since its founding in 1837, Procter &amp; Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, generating more than $80 billion in annual sales. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
<h3>Procter &amp; Gamble: A Financial Overview</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Procter &amp; Gamble showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.06% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Holistic Profitability Examination:
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Gross Margin: The company maintains a high gross margin of 52.39%, indicating strong cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Procter &amp; Gamble's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 1.94.
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Debt Management: Procter &amp; Gamble's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.69, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Navigating Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Procter &amp; Gamble's P/E ratio of 27.02 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 4.96 as compared to the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): A high EV/EBITDA ratio of 18.17 positions the company as being more valued compared to industry benchmarks.
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Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insightful as they may be, insider transactions should be considered alongside a thorough examination of other investment criteria.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>A Deep Dive into Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
Surveying the realm of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often give prominence to those unfolding in the open market, systematically detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Shares of consumer staples stocks are trading higher. The sector may be rising amid a rotation out of tech stocks and into risk-off stocks amid AI competition fears from China.

Procter &amp; Gamble Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) shares <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">are trading slightly higher on Thursday.</a>
Yesterday, the company reported second-quarter sales growth of 2% year-on-year to $21.9 billion, beating the analyst <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43124975/why-gillette-parent-procter-gambles-stock-is-rising-today">consensus estimate of $21.542 billion</a>. Adjusted EPS of $1.88&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">beat the consensus estimate of $1.86.</a>
Here are the analyst takes on the company&#8217;s earnings performance.
Goldman Sachs analyst Bonnie Herzog reiterated the Neutral rating on Procter &amp; Gamble,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PG/analyst-ratings"> raising the price forecast to $165 from $164.</a>
Herzog expressed increasing optimism about Procter &amp; Gamble following stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, with organic sales growth of +3%, surpassing consensus expectations of 2.0%–2.5%.
This was mainly driven by better-than-expected volume/mix performance, the analyst wrote. While there were concerns about an end-market slowdown and previous headwinds like Blue Yonder and FX, management highlighted strong customer orders in late December, which helped offset disruptions from Blue Yonder.
About 85% of the business in regions such as the U.S., Europe, and Latin America continued to grow around 4%, with improvements seen in China. However, management warned conditions in China may remain volatile.
The strong sales growth in Beauty and Baby, Fem &amp; Family Care segments, particularly driven by SK-II and Family Care, were key contributors to the top-line beat, the analyst adds.
Herzog viewed the company as one of the most resilient HPC companies in its coverage, with potential for +MSD EPS growth in the long term due to strong top-line performance, easing input costs, and operating leverage.
The analyst&#8217;s optimism increased after the company&#8217;s solid organic sales growth, positive comments on a stable consumer environment, and improving trends in China.
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Stifel analyst Mark S. Astrachan reiterated the Hold rating on the stock, raising the price forecast to $165 from $161.
Astrachan sees near-term risk/reward for P&amp;G shares as balanced, with valuation slightly below historical averages.
The analyst projects accelerating organic sales and EBIT growth through F2025, driven by favorable comparisons and high base period marketing spend.
Growth is anticipated to be supported by improving trends in China, where sales increased by 3% in the second quarter of 2025, compared to declines in previous quarters.
The analyst notes, SK-II trends also showed improvement, with a 3% year-over-year increase and a ~1000bps sequential improvement in the two-year CAGR. U.S. sales, which represented 48% of total sales, remained solid and grew 4%, consistent with recent trends.
BofA Securities analyst Bryan D. Spillane maintained a Buy rating on Procter &amp; Gamble, with a price forecast of $190.
The analyst noted that in Africa/Middle East, the company would be comparing against last year&#8217;s conflict-related softness, while in China, a sequential improvement in sales signaled improving momentum.
Management remains cautious about the Chinese consumer, but with SK-II returning to growth in 2Q, there is optimism for improvement in other struggling markets.
In Latin America/Europe, easing comparisons and improving trends in North America should support growth in the core 85% of the company&#8217;s markets, which requires only -3% growth in the rest of the regions to meet the low end of the +3% organic growth target.
The analyst also highlighted that hurricane-related pantry-loading in the U.S. last quarter may affect consumption in the third quarter, but the company&#8217;s proven innovation and activation strategies should help boost growth in the fourth quarter.
PG Price Action: Procter &amp; Gamble shares are trading higher by 0.64% to $165.80 at last check Thursday.
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