Boeing (NYSE:BA) Stock Sees Unusually High Call Option Buying

The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) saw unusually large options trading on Thursday. Stock investors acquired 87,977 call options on the company. This is an increase of 27% compared to the average volume of 69,093 call options.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Boeing

Several institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. XML Financial LLC boosted its stake in shares of Boeing by 0.5% during the fourth quarter. XML Financial LLC now owns 8,905 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock valued at $1,933,000 after purchasing an additional 43 shares during the period. B.O.S.S. Retirement Advisors LLC increased its stake in shares of Boeing by 1.4% in the first quarter. B.O.S.S. Retirement Advisors LLC now owns 3,175 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock worth $632,000 after buying an additional 44 shares during the period. Horizon Bancorp Inc. IN raised its holdings in Boeing by 3.1% during the 1st quarter. Horizon Bancorp Inc. IN now owns 1,493 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock valued at $297,000 after buying an additional 45 shares during the last quarter. Meadowbrook Advisors Group LLC raised its holdings in Boeing by 2.5% during the 1st quarter. Meadowbrook Advisors Group LLC now owns 1,955 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock valued at $389,000 after buying an additional 47 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Howe & Rusling Inc. boosted its position in Boeing by 2.5% during the 1st quarter. Howe & Rusling Inc. now owns 2,024 shares of the aircraft producer’s stock valued at $403,000 after buying an additional 49 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 64.82% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

BA has been the subject of several research reports. Bank of America reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $270.00 price target on shares of Boeing in a research report on Friday, September 18th. William Blair reiterated an “outperform” rating on shares of Boeing in a research note on Wednesday. Wolfe Research raised Boeing from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Thursday, September 24th. Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (d+)” rating on shares of Boeing in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group downgraded Boeing from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have given a Buy rating, six have issued a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $270.95.

Boeing Stock Performance

Shares of Boeing stock traded up $6.60 during mid-day trading on Thursday, hitting $192.65. 13,529,211 shares of the stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 6,811,740. Boeing has a 12 month low of $176.77 and a 12 month high of $254.35. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $213.10 and a 200 day simple moving average of $216.69. The company has a market capitalization of $152.26 billion, a P/E ratio of 83.40 and a beta of 1.21. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 6.77, a quick ratio of 0.33 and a current ratio of 1.14.

Boeing (NYSE:BA) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, July 28th. The aircraft producer reported ($0.76) EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of ($0.34) by ($0.42). The business had revenue of $24.56 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $24.26 billion. Boeing had a net margin of 2.41% and a negative return on equity of 346.82%. The business’s revenue was up 8.0% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted ($1.24) earnings per share. Sell-side analysts anticipate that Boeing will post -0.91 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Boeing News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Boeing this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Boeing secured a U.S. Navy contract valued at more than $20 billion to develop the next-generation F/A-XX fighter, defeating Northrop Grumman. The award strengthens Boeing’s defense position, adds long-term development and production potential, and follows its selection for the Air Force’s F-47 program. Boeing chosen by U.S. Navy to develop next-generation fighter jet
• Positive Sentiment: Boeing’s 17,000 engineers and technical workers approved an improved labor contract, averting a strike that could have delayed work on long-delayed aircraft and slowed deliveries. The agreement removes a significant near-term operational risk, although higher labor costs may pressure margins. Boeing white-collar workers approve latest contract offer
• Positive Sentiment: Options activity was notably bullish, with investors purchasing 87,977 Boeing call options—about 27% above the average daily call volume—signaling increased speculative interest in further gains.
• Positive Sentiment: Ethiopian Airlines placed a firm order for eight 777-8 freighters and two 777 freighters, adding commercial backlog and supporting Boeing’s cargo-aircraft franchise. Ethiopian Airlines orders Boeing freighters
• Neutral Sentiment: The F/A-XX contract is strategically significant, but much of the immediate award covers development and testing. Production revenue and broader profitability benefits may be years away, while Boeing’s defense segment continues to face execution and fixed-price contract risks.
• Negative Sentiment: The FAA is reportedly considering a review of a 737 MAX software issue, delaying approval of the MAX 10. Officials have said they do not currently see a safety concern, but certification delays could postpone deliveries and increase investor concerns about Boeing’s execution. FAA weighs Boeing 737 MAX software review
• Negative Sentiment: Pomerantz LLP announced an investigation into potential claims on behalf of Boeing investors, adding legal and reputational uncertainty to the company’s existing balance-sheet and execution challenges. Pomerantz investor alert

Boeing Company Profile

The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) is a global aerospace company that designs, manufactures and supports commercial airplanes, military aircraft, spacecraft and related systems. Its commercial portfolio includes the 737, 787 Dreamliner and 777 families, as well as the 777X program. Boeing sells aircraft to airlines, cargo operators and leasing companies around the world.

Through its defense and space operations, Boeing provides products and services for the U.S. government, allied governments and other institutional customers.