WWD Unusual Options Activity - Woodward

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On August 21, 2026, Woodward, Inc. (WWD) experienced notable options activity, primarily in the put options market. Two significant prints were recorded, totaling a put premium of approximately $7.3 million, with no call premiums reported. The first notable transaction involved a put option with a strike price of $390, expiring on the same date, which generated a premium of around $3.6 million. This option had a volume-to-open interest ratio of 4.3, indicating a relatively high level of trading activity compared to existing open positions. The second print featured a put option with a strike price of $410, also expiring on August 21, 2026, with a premium of about $3.7 million and a volume-to-open interest ratio of 3.8. These transactions stand out in a market where the activity has been limited, with only two active days in the last 30 days, highlighting a concentrated interest in downside protection or bearish sentiment for WWD.

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