Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $60 Puts at the Bid: 2000 vs 659 OI; Earnings 4/11 Before Open 

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $60 Puts at the Bid: 2000 @ $3.35 vs 659 OI; Earnings 4/11 Before Open Ref=$80.115

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Wells Fargo is one of the largest banks in the United States, with approximately $1.9 trillion in balance sheet assets. The company has four primary segments: consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. It is almost entirely focused on the US

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Wells Fargo & Company Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series AA

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Wells Fargo shares are trading higher after Piper Sandler upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight and announced a price target of $77.

Piper Sandler analyst Scott Siefers upgrades Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and announces $77 price target.

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Piper Sandler Upgrades Wells Fargo to Overweight, Announces $77 Price Target

In the current market session, Wells Fargo Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) share price is at $62.08, after a 1.80% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 7.73%, but in the past year, spiked by 7.82%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744052418_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>How Does Wells Fargo P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of 10.49 in the Banks industry, Wells Fargo Inc. has a higher P/E ratio of 11.36. Shareholders might be inclined to think that Wells Fargo Inc. might perform better than its industry group. It's also possible that the stock is overvalued. 

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In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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A Look Into Wells Fargo Inc's Price Over Earnings

Shares of the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NASDAQ">XLF</a>) are trading lower by 10.6% to $44.36 over the past week and are extremely volatile during Monday&#8217;s session.
President Donald Trump's announcement of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44621408/market-access-has-a-price-trump-unveils-list-of-tariffs-countries-targeted">sweeping reciprocal tariffs</a> against key trading partners last week has ignited investor concerns about a global economic slowdown—an environment that poses significant risks to the U.S. financial sector.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is XLF?</h2>
The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of the Financial Select Sector Index, which includes major U.S. financial institutions. 
Top holdings in the fund include JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), Wells Fargo &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) and Citigroup Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>). 
These companies are deeply tied to macroeconomic conditions and global trade flows, making XLF especially vulnerable to geopolitical developments like a trade war.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Are Tariffs Hurting Financials—and XLF?</h2>
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<li>Economic Growth at Risk: Financial institutions thrive in stable, expanding economies. Tariffs have the opposite effect—disrupting supply chains, increasing costs for businesses and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/04/44662164/us-stock-futures-slump-following-massive-tariff-induced-selloff-experts-warn-of-a-brewing-great-depression-like-pattern">chilling global trade</a>. Slower growth directly affects loan demand, reduces business investment and increases the likelihood of defaults. These dynamics all undercut bank profitability, especially for institutions that dominate the XLF ETF. </li>
<li>Weaker Loan Activity: Banks like JPMorgan and Wells Fargo generate significant income from lending. But as trade tensions escalate, businesses are more likely to delay expansion or capital investment, which means lower demand for commercial loans. At the same time, consumers hit by higher prices on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44667862/oil-crashes-to-60-per-barrel-as-recession-fears-grow">imported goods</a> may tighten spending, reducing appetite for credit cards and mortgages. </li>
<li>Market Volatility and Investment Activity: Tariffs have injected fresh uncertainty into financial markets. That's bad news for investment banks and asset managers—another key slice of XLF's holdings. A sustained pullback in markets tends to reduce trading volumes, shrink deal pipelines, and lower asset management fees. Firms like Goldman Sachs could see a hit to earnings if market instability continues. </li>
<li>Rising Risk of Credit Deterioration: If tariffs trigger a sharper economic downturn, the financial sector could face rising delinquencies and deteriorating credit quality. Banks may be forced to set aside more capital for potential loan losses, further squeezing profits.</li>
</ul>
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What's Going On With Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF)?

Morgan Stanley analyst Betsy Graseck maintains Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $79 to $80.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Wells Fargo, Raises Price Target to $80

Wells Fargo shares are trading lower. Truist Securities cut its price target on the stock from $86 to $84.

Shares of Wells Fargo &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) fell 7% to $61.04 Friday afternoon as President Donald Trump&#8217;s sweeping <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44647999/trumps-tariff-war-could-take-us-tech-industry-back-a-decade-while-china-steam-rolls-ahead-analyst-says">reciprocal tariffs</a> sparked a sell-off in financial markets and stoked <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/04/44650039/where-is-the-sp-500-headed-after-trump-tariffs-provoke-dramatic-plunge">growing concerns</a> about a potential global economic slowdown.
As one of the largest U.S. banks, Wells Fargo is significantly exposed to the risks associated with rising trade tensions. Tariffs pose a threat to economic growth, business confidence and consumer activity—all of which are essential to the bank's profitability.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's Behind the Slide?</h3>
Wells Fargo generates a substantial portion of its income from traditional lending, including consumer and commercial loans. A slowdown in economic activity due to tariffs could weigh heavily on loan demand and interest income, particularly if inflation rises <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44645681/jpmorgan-raises-recession-risk-to-60-as-largest-us-tax-hike-in-60-years-hits-global-economy">while growth stalls</a>.
At the same time, businesses facing uncertainty may scale back expansion plans, leading to weaker demand for commercial credit—a core segment of Wells Fargo's operations.
In addition, the bank's wealth and investment management division, which benefits from stable markets and investor confidence, could come under pressure if volatility continues to rattle sentiment. A sustained market pullback might also affect asset management fees and reduce customer activity.
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Investors can gain exposure to&nbsp;WFC by&nbsp;investing&nbsp;in the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NASDAQ">XLF</a>).
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy WFC Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Wells Fargo &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of Wells Fargo, which is trading at $60.65 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 1.65 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.

What's Going On With Wells Fargo (WFC) Stock?

Truist Securities analyst John McDonald maintains Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $86 to $84.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Wells Fargo, Lowers Price Target to $84

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WFC usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 49 extraordinary options activities for Wells Fargo. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 53% leaning bullish and 36% bearish. Among these notable options, 14 are puts, totaling $1,096,272, and 35 are calls, amounting to $3,525,710.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $57.5 to $85.0 for Wells Fargo over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Wells Fargo's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Wells Fargo's significant trades, within a strike price range of $57.5 to $85.0, over the past month.
<h3>Wells Fargo 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743691577_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<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>
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<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.88</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$839.5K</td>
<td>12.7K</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
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<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.98</td>
<td>$2.94</td>
<td>$2.97</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$552.4K</td>
<td>12.7K</td>
<td>7.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$5.25</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$328.1K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>641</td>
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<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$6.85</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$6.73</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$241.4K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>370</td>
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<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$10.15</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$180.6K</td>
<td>196</td>
<td>0</td>
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</table>

<h3>About Wells Fargo</h3>
Wells Fargo is one of the largest banks in the United States, with approximately $1.9 trillion in balance sheet assets. The company has four primary segments: consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. It is almost entirely focused on the US.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Wells Fargo</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 7,266,595, the price of WFC is down -7.83% at $66.6. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 8 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Wells Fargo</h3>
Over the past month, 4 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $78.62.
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&#x2A; Showing optimism, an analyst from RBC Capital upgrades its rating to Outperform with a revised price target of $80. 
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Wells Fargo, which currently sits at a price target of $83. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Neutral rating for Wells Fargo, targeting a price of $73. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup persists with their Neutral rating on Wells Fargo, maintaining a target price of $78. 
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Wells Fargo's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Wells Fargo shares are trading lower after JP Morgan cut its price target on the stock from $82 to $73.5.

JP Morgan analyst Vivek Juneja maintains Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $82 to $73.5.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Wells Fargo, Lowers Price Target to $73.5

On April 11, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/banks">some of the biggest U.S. banks</a> will conduct earnings calls, including JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Wells Fargo &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), and The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>).
BofA Securities writes that banks will &#8220;likely strike a cautious tone&#8221; and focus on risks tied to policy uncertainties like tariffs and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Major credit issues aren&#8217;t expected yet, but banks may start setting aside more reserves due to growing economic concerns.
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Investors will watch for signs of consumer and corporate strength, particularly in investment banking and lending. They will gauge whether conditions will improve in the second half of 2025 or worsen further.
The analyst writes, &#8220;We see upside to our estimates driven by stronger trading revenues. Debt capital markets a potential silver-lining in an otherwise slow investment banking quarter. Seasonal decline in cards balances, muted commercial demand to temper loan growth. Steeper yield curve in early 1Q25 probably drives better NII growth for 1Q25.&#8221;
BofA revised JPMorgan&#8217;s price target from $285 to $284, Citigroup Inc.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) from $90 to $89, Wells Fargo from $85 to $83, and Morgan Stanley from $150 to $144.
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JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, Morgan Stanley, BNY Mellon Will 'Strike A Cautious Tone': Analysts

Analysts' ratings for Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 9 analysts.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<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>
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<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Wells Fargo, presenting an average target of $84.89, a high estimate of $92.00, and a low estimate of $78.00. This current average has increased by 2.64% from the previous average price target of $82.71. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743602468_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The perception of Wells Fargo by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<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>Erika Najarian</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Horowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gerard Cassidy</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Konrad</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Wells Fargo. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Wells Fargo compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Wells Fargo's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Wells Fargo's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WFC/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Wells Fargo analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Wells Fargo Better</h2>
Wells Fargo is one of the largest banks in the United States, with approximately $1.9 trillion in balance sheet assets. The company has four primary segments: consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. It is almost entirely focused on the US.
<h3>Breaking Down Wells Fargo's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Wells Fargo faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -0.49% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Wells Fargo's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 23.56%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Wells Fargo's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.95%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Wells Fargo's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.25%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Wells Fargo's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.16.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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9 Analysts Have This To Say About Wells Fargo

B of A Securities analyst Erika Najarian maintains Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $85 to $83.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Wells Fargo, Lowers Price Target to $83

Wells Fargo's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) short percent of float has risen 17.2% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 35.41 million shares sold short, which is 1.09% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.67 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Wells Fargo Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743526823_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Wells Fargo has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Wells Fargo's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Wells Fargo's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 1.24%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Peering Into Wells Fargo's Recent Short Interest

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$41.50</td>
<td>$268.1K</td>
<td>869</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AFRM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/25/25</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$86.5K</td>
<td>97</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$669.6K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
<td>$54.1K</td>
<td>285</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$9.20</td>
<td>$107.9K</td>
<td>346</td>
<td>576</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$332.0K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>160</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AIG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td>177</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PGR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$115.0K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KKR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$59.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>46</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 109 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 129 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.7K, with a price of $355.0 per contract. There were 12921 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6536 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BAC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 17 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1887 contract(s) at a $41.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 33 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $268.1K, with a price of $142.0 per contract. There were 869 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1998 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AFRM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 25 day(s) on April 25, 2025. Parties traded 206 contract(s) at a $44.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $86.5K, with a price of $420.0 per contract. There were 97 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1932 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 655 day(s) on January 15, 2027. Parties traded 992 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $669.6K, with a price of $675.0 per contract. There were 3944 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1050 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on April 4, 2025. This event was a transfer of 741 contract(s) at a $119.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 25 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $54.1K, with a price of $73.0 per contract. There were 285 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1034 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RKT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 655 day(s) on January 15, 2027. Parties traded 254 contract(s) at a $9.20 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $107.9K, with a price of $425.0 per contract. There were 346 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 576 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 291 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $332.0K, with a price of $16601.0 per contract. There were 2839 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 160 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AIG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIG#NYSE">AIG</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 172 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 24 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.0K, with a price of $1420.0 per contract. There were 177 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PGR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 4 day(s) on April 4, 2025. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $115.0K, with a price of $2300.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 50 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KKR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 172 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 40 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.2K, with a price of $1480.0 per contract. There were 1050 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 46 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
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10 Financials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WFC usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Wells Fargo. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 66% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $441,375, and 4 are calls, amounting to $323,352.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $62.5 and $80.0 for Wells Fargo, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</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 Wells Fargo'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 Wells Fargo's whale trades within a strike price range from $62.5 to $80.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Wells Fargo Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743432368_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</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>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$5.45</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$210.9K</td>
<td>659</td>
<td>387</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$175.5K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
<td>566</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$11.05</td>
<td>$11.05</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$110.5K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$63.6K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$9.75</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$48.0K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Wells Fargo</h3>
Wells Fargo is one of the largest banks in the United States, with approximately $1.9 trillion in balance sheet assets. The company has four primary segments: consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. It is almost entirely focused on the US.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Wells Fargo</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,026,369, the price of WFC is down by -0.27%, reaching $70.5.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 11 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Wells Fargo</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $79.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has elevated its stance to Outperform, setting a new price target at $80. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Neutral rating for Wells Fargo, targeting a price of $78. 
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.
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With WFC

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Shares of banks and financial services stocks are trading lower following greater-than-expected inflation data measured through the PCE price index for February, while personal spending missed estimates. Additionally, recent tariff announcements may be weighing on equities.

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOFI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$58.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$25.6K</td>
<td>224</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$538.0K</td>
<td>6.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
<td>$42.3K</td>
<td>72</td>
<td>204</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$36.7K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>198</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ICE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$27.8K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>159</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>USB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$31.3K</td>
<td>699</td>
<td>122</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EEFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$190.9K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>87</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $43.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.0K, with a price of $64.0 per contract. There were 5037 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4469 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SOFI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 9 day(s) on April 4, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $58.0K, with a price of $116.0 per contract. There were 4721 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4067 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NU (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on April 4, 2025. Parties traded 3611 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 32 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.6K, with a price of $7.0 per contract. There were 224 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3862 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 296 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 1474 contract(s) at a $85.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 60 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $538.0K, with a price of $365.0 per contract. There were 6601 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1528 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 660 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 4 contract(s) at a $550.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.3K, with a price of $10580.0 per contract. There were 72 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 204 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 86 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 144 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.7K, with a price of $255.0 per contract. There were 5001 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 198 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ICE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 51 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 159 contract(s) at a $185.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.8K, with a price of $175.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 159 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding USB (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 177 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $52.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.3K, with a price of $948.0 per contract. There were 699 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 122 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding EEFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEFT#NASDAQ">EEFT</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 51 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $350.0 per contract. There were 3 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 86 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 10 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $190.9K, with a price of $19090.0 per contract. There were 3779 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 87 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

EEFT

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WFC usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Wells Fargo. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 33% leaning bullish and 66% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $622,054, and 5 are calls, amounting to $400,097.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $45.0 to $80.0 for Wells Fargo over the recent three 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 Wells Fargo'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 Wells Fargo's whale trades within a strike price range from $45.0 to $80.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Wells Fargo Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742933736_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>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$460.0K</td>
<td>11.5K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.18</td>
<td>$2.16</td>
<td>$2.16</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$206.4K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>$1.67</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$108.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>650</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$17.75</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
<td>40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$59.5K</td>
<td>7.6K</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Wells Fargo</h3>
Wells Fargo is one of the largest banks in the United States, with approximately $1.9 trillion in balance sheet assets. The company has four primary segments: consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. It is almost entirely focused on the US.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Wells Fargo, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Wells Fargo's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 6,663,602, with WFC's price down by -0.04%, positioned at $74.25.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 17 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Wells Fargo</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $79.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Neutral rating for Wells Fargo, targeting a price of $78. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has elevated its stance to Outperform, setting a new price target at $80. 
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