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WWD

BULL

2026-04-02

Overnight Institutional Flow Signal

See the 2026-04-02 Morning Briefing

Score

6/10

Move

5.1%

Flow

$2.5M

AI Trade Thesis

WWD BULL $380C May 15. Wells Fargo's $440 price target provides a clear valuation roadmap, while the de-escalation of Middle East conflict acts as a powerful sector-wide tailwind. Entry on the breakout above $358 resistance with a $400 target. Risk: Renewed geopolitical volatility or integration issues with the recently announced Valve Research & Manufacturing acquisition.

Flow Breakdown

Call Volume

$2.1M

Put Volume

$386K

Flow Intent

DIRECTIONAL

Catalyst

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Recommended Setup

ContractO:WWD260515C00380000

Strike$380.00

Expiration2026-05-15

Mid Price$26.08

Contract Score8.719/10

Risk/Reward0.5:1

Delta0.52

Key Levels

Resistance$395.20

Support$338.78

Price$375.87

SMA 50 / 200$369 / $291

52W Range$147 — $403

RSI (14)54

News & Catalyst Analysis

Key Headline

Wells Fargo initiates Woodward stock with overweight rating and $440 price target

News Summary

The +5.1% move is primarily driven by Wells Fargo initiating coverage with an 'Overweight' rating and a $440 price target, representing a ~23% upside. This fundamental boost is compounded by a macro tailwind as geopolitical tensions with Iran de-escalate, reducing supply chain risks for the aerospace and defense sector. Institutional flow is likely to persist as WWD breaks out of its recent pivot bottom with rising volume, signaling a shift in long-term positioning.

Flow Intent Analysis

The $2.1M bullish flow is disproportionate to WWD's typical low options volume and aligns with a fresh 'Overweight' initiation, suggesting a new high-conviction bet on the projected 23% upside rather than a hedge.

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