Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jul 18 $81 Puts at the Ask: 4050 vs 359 OI

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jul 18 $81 Puts at the Ask: 4050 @ $1.33 vs 359 OI; Ref=$82.935

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Sep 19 $90 Calls Sweep (4) near the Bid: 3601 vs 12159 OI

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Sep 19 $90 Calls Sweep (4) near the Bid: 3601 @ $1.725 vs 12159 OI; Ref=$83.745

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Dec 19 $85 Calls Sweep (36) near the Ask: 869 vs 1928 OI

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Dec 19 $85 Calls Sweep (36) near the Ask: 869 @ $5.95 vs 1928 OI; Ref=$83.84

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Sep 19 $87.5 Calls at the Bid: 26682 vs 2203 OI

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Sep 19 $87.5 Calls at the Bid: 26682 @ $1.64 vs 2203 OI; Ref=$81.07

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $80 Puts at the Ask: 1500 vs 418 OI

Wells Fargo Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $80 Puts at the Ask: 1500 @ $9.75 vs 418 OI; Ref=$80.575

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A report on July 7, 2025 shows that Senator A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. from Kentucky sale stock in Luminar Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZR#NASDAQ">LAZR</a>), valued between $15,001 and $50,000. According to the July filing, the transaction occurred on June 26, 2025.
At the time of writing, Luminar Technologies shares are trading down 0.35% at $2.86.
<h3>Senator's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
In the last three years, A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. completed 15 stock transactions totaling more than $78 thousand. Luminar Technologies and Kroger stocks were among the largest trades. Some of the most notable transactions the Sen. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Luminar Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZR#NASDAQ">LAZR</a>): $15,001 - $50,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s 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>Luminar Technologies</td>
<td>LAZR</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$15,001 - $50,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-06-01</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
If you want to stay updated on A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s trades and other congressional members, check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/a.-mitchell-mcconnell,-jr.">government trades tool</a> to track their activity in real time!
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</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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This Senator Just Sold Up To $50K In Luminar Technologies Stock

Wells Fargo &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) will release earnings results for the second quarter, before the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wfc/earnings">opening bell on Tuesday, July 15.</a>
Analysts expect the San Francisco, California-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.40 per share, up from $1.33 per share in the year-ago period. Wells Fargo projects to report quarterly revenue of $20.76 billion, compared to $20.69 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On July 1, Wells Fargo said it expects SCB to decrease to 2.5% from 3.8% and intends to raise dividend by 12.5% to 45 cents per share.
Wells Fargo shares fell 1.5% to close at $82.34 on Monday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wfc/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Raymond James analyst David Long downgraded the stock from Strong Buy to Market Perform on July 7, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Keith Horowitz maintained a Neutral rating and boosted the price target from $78 to $85 on July 2, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 79%.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Richard Ramsden maintained a Buy rating and boosted the price target from $76 to $86 on June 10, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Scott Siefers reiterated an Overweight rating and raised the price target from $75 to $85 on June 4, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 72%.</li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst John Pancari maintained an Outperform rating and boosted the price target from $72 to $88 on June 4, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%</li>
</ul>
Considering buying WFC stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Wells Fargo shares are trading lower after Raymond James downgraded the stock from Strong Buy to Market Perform.

A July filing shows that Senator Shelley M Capito reported a sale in UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), valued between $6,006 and $90,000. The transaction date is listed as June 23, 2025, with the report published on July 4, 2025.
At present, UnitedHealth Group shares are trading down 1.67% at $303.39.
<h3>Senator's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
Over the past three years, Shelley M Capito executed 117 trades totaling over $187 thousand. The largest of these trades were in Duke Energy and Microsoft stock. Some of the key transactions the Sen. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
<li>Analog Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADI#NASDAQ">ADI</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
<li>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
</ul>
Here is a list of Shelley M Capito'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>UnitedHealth Group</td>
<td>UNH</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices</td>
<td>ADI</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft</td>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Exxon Mobil</td>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S (Partial)</td>
<td>2025-06-18</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
To stay updated on Shelley M Capito's trades and other congressional trades, try our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/shelley-m-capito">government trades tool</a> for live updates!
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</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>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</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.

This Senator Just Sold Up To $90K In UnitedHealth Group Stock

Raymond James analyst David Long downgrades Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) from Strong Buy to Market Perform.

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Billionaire investor&nbsp;Warren Buffett&nbsp;has shifted his investment strategy, investing $459 million in Sirius XM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIRI#NASDAQ">SIRI</a>) after selling his stakes in&nbsp;Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), and Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>).
What Happened: Buffett&#8217;s investment firm,&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway, acquired approximately&nbsp;20 million shares of Sirius&nbsp;XM between Q3 2024 and Q1 2025. 
This investment, calculated based on an average share price of $22.95, boosts Berkshire&#8217;s total holdings in Sirius to nearly 120 million shares, valued at approximately $2.9 billion.
According to Hathaway's latest Form 13F <a href="https://www.sec.gov/edgar/browse/?CIK=0001067983">filings</a>, the purchase represents an effort to capitalize on a dip in Sirius XM&#8217;s stock, which has plummeted&nbsp;about 45% from its 52-week&nbsp;high of $41.60 to $24.29. 
Despite recent financial challenges, including a 4% revenue drop in Q1 2025 and ongoing subscriber losses in Q2, Sirius XM&#8217;s&nbsp;strong brand and recurring revenue&nbsp;model likely offer long-term value to Buffett.
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This strategic move follows Buffett&#8217;s consistent offloading of shares from&nbsp;Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo, thereby freeing up a significant cash reserve for new investments.
Why It Matters: The shift in Buffett&#8217;s investment strategy underscores his confidence in Sirius XM&#8217;s long-term potential, despite its recent financial setbacks. 
The investment in Sirius XM, a company known for its&nbsp;strong brand and recurring revenue&nbsp;model, aligns with Buffett&#8217;s investment philosophy of buying stocks with solid fundamentals at a discount.
Moreover, the offloading of shares from&nbsp;Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo, suggests a potential shift in Buffett&#8217;s view on the banking sector. 
This move could signal a broader trend among investors, who may also be reassessing their positions in these banks.
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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. 
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>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$86.9K</td>
<td>12.7K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$91.3K</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOFI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
<td>$206.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>636</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>V</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/11/25</td>
<td>$357.50</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>171</td>
<td>345</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$51.0K</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>257</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BULL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>236</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$36.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>195</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$585.00</td>
<td>$94.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>137</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AFRM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$100.4K</td>
<td>678</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/17/27</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>40</td>
<td>16</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on July 3, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $86.9K, with a price of $435.0 per contract. There were 12759 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4928 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 42 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 54 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $91.3K, with a price of $1692.0 per contract. There were 8492 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2187 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SOFI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 21 day(s) on July 25, 2025. Parties traded 507 contract(s) at a $14.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $206.8K, with a price of $408.0 per contract. There were 1196 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 636 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For V (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 7 day(s) on July 11, 2025. This event was a transfer of 68 contract(s) at a $357.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $442.5 per contract. There were 171 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 345 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 77 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 65 contract(s) at a $90.00 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 $51.0K, with a price of $785.0 per contract. There were 16 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 257 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BULL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BULL#NASDAQ">BULL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 77 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.5K, with a price of $445.0 per contract. There were 2769 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 236 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 44 contract(s) at a $330.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.9K, with a price of $840.0 per contract. There were 1142 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 195 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 77 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 33 contract(s) at a $585.00 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 $94.0K, with a price of $2850.0 per contract. There were 100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 137 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AFRM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 196 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $100.4K, with a price of $1255.0 per contract. There were 678 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 80 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 896 day(s) on December 17, 2027. Parties traded 16 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $1937.0 per contract. There were 40 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 16 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.

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10 Financials Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

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. 
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>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$86.9K</td>
<td>12.7K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$91.3K</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOFI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
<td>$206.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>636</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>V</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/11/25</td>
<td>$357.50</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>171</td>
<td>345</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$51.0K</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>257</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BULL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>236</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$36.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>195</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$585.00</td>
<td>$94.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>137</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AFRM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$100.4K</td>
<td>678</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/17/27</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>40</td>
<td>16</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $86.9K, with a price of $435.0 per contract. There were 12759 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4928 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 43 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 54 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $91.3K, with a price of $1692.0 per contract. There were 8492 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2187 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SOFI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on July 25, 2025. Parties traded 507 contract(s) at a $14.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $206.8K, with a price of $408.0 per contract. There were 1196 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 636 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For V (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 8 day(s) on July 11, 2025. This event was a transfer of 68 contract(s) at a $357.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $442.5 per contract. There were 171 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 345 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 78 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 65 contract(s) at a $90.00 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 $51.0K, with a price of $785.0 per contract. There were 16 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 257 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BULL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BULL#NASDAQ">BULL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 78 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.5K, with a price of $445.0 per contract. There were 2769 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 236 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 15 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 44 contract(s) at a $330.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.9K, with a price of $840.0 per contract. There were 1142 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 195 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 78 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $585.00 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 $94.0K, with a price of $2850.0 per contract. There were 100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 137 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AFRM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 197 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $100.4K, with a price of $1255.0 per contract. There were 678 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 80 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 897 day(s) on December 17, 2027. This event was a transfer of 16 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $1937.0 per contract. There were 40 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 16 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.

10 Financials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

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'Wells Fargo to Ramp Up Buying CLOs After Three-Year Retreat' - Bloomberg News

14 analysts have shared their evaluations of Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved 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">6</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</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">3</td>
<td align="right">3</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">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">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $82.79, along with a high estimate of $90.00 and a low estimate of $73.00. This current average has increased by 3.0% from the previous average price target of $80.38. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751480121_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Wells Fargo among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below 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>Keith Horowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Long</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Ramsden</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Pancari</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Erika Najarian</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Long</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$86.00</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 Wells Fargo. 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 Wells Fargo compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Wells Fargo's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</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>Unveiling the Story Behind Wells Fargo</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>Wells Fargo's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Challenges: Wells Fargo's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -3.42%. This indicates a decrease in 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 Financials sector.
Net Margin: Wells Fargo's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 22.91%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Wells Fargo's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.86%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Wells Fargo's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.24%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Wells Fargo's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.16, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Assessing Wells Fargo: Insights From 14 Financial Analysts

Citigroup analyst Keith Horowitz maintains Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $78 to $85.

Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Wells Fargo, Raises Price Target to $85

Wall Street's biggest banks are rewarding shareholders with a wave of dividend hikes and buybacks totaling more than $100 billion, after clearing the Federal Reserve's 2025 stress test with capital left to spare.
What Happened: Last week, the Federal Reserve&#8217;s annual stress test, which gauges how well large institutions can withstand a severe recession scenario, showed all 22 participating firms remained comfortably above minimum capital requirements.
The aggregate common equity tier 1 (CET1) ratio dropped to a low of 11.6% under the hypothetical downturn, well above the regulatory threshold of 4.5%, according <a href="https://www.federalreserve.gov/publications/files/2025-dfast-results-20250627.pdf">to</a> the results published by the Fed.
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This means that even under the Fed's severely adverse scenario, which includes a deep recession, surging unemployment, and sharp declines in asset prices, the largest banks would still maintain a strong capital cushion, without requiring any government support.
As a result, several of the nation&#8217;s leading banks have wasted no time in announcing major capital return plans for shareholders. 
JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) led the way with a 7% hike in dividends, alongside $50 billion in fresh stock buyback authorizations. This was the result of a lower stress capital buffer of 2.5%, down from 3.3%, allowing it to free up capital to return to investors.
Similarly, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>) authorized a $20 billion buyback program, along with a 10% hike in its dividends, followed by Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) and Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), all raising their dividends in response to the results, according to a report by Reuters.
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<table class="has-fixed-layout">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Stock / ETF</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1-Day</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Year-To-Date</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Capital Return</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+0.17%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+21.00%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">7% dividend hike, plus $50 billion in buyback authorizations</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+0.15%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+13.05%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">10% dividend hike, $20 billion in buybacks</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-0.18%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+22.87%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Dividends up 33%, from $3 to $4 annualized</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+1.77%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+16.10%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Dividends up 12.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+1.35%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+23.35%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+7.1% Quarterly dividend increase from $0.56 to $0.60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+1.85%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+8.72%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Dividends hiked 8% to $0.28 per share, starting Q3 2025</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+0.55%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+9.23%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">&#8211;</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Why It Matters: While the major banks passed the tests with ease, analysts note that the simulated downturn <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/46158087/big-banks-pass-feds-2025-stress-test-with-ease-but-some-say-it-was-too-easy">made milder assumptions</a> compared to the previous year, featuring smaller declines in housing and commercial real estate prices, alongside a more moderate spike in unemployment.
The 2025 test also failed to include private equity and private credit risks that have since ballooned into a $2 trillion market over the years.
In 2024, the study results were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/06/39525918/major-banks-fall-short-in-feds-2024-stress-test-results-the-market-will-view-the-re">worse than expected</a> for most banks, with higher projected losses compared to the prior year. However, all 31 of the major banks met the capital requirements to address a severe crisis. 
Price Action: Shares of JPMorgan Chase were up 0.17% on Tuesday, at $290.41, and are up 0.64% after hours.
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Federal Reserve

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Wells Fargo's Stress Capital Buffer Expected To Drop from 3.8% to 2.5% After 2025 Fed Stress Test; 2024 SCB Revised To 3.7% Due To Fed Error Correction

Dividends

Wells Fargo Expects To Increase Its Q3 Common Stock Dividend From $0.40 To $0.45 Per Share

Goldman Sachs analysts are cautiously optimistic about the prospect of major U.S. banks returning more capital to shareholders <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/dividend-stocks">through buybacks and dividends</a>. 
Thanks to regulatory changes and strong results in the Federal Reserve's latest stress tests (CCAR), the top five banks are sitting on an estimated $90 billion in excess capital.
The firm believes banks will gradually raise dividends and continue buybacks, especially as new Fed rules free up an estimated $5.5 trillion in balance sheet capacity. This gives banks more flexibility, especially in stressful times.
Among individual banks, Goldman Sachs names Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) and Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) as the "best-positioned stocks."  
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Bank of America stands out for its strong interest income growth (projected 7% annually through 2026), cost discipline, and potential benefit from regulatory reform. Goldman sees upside to both earnings and capital returns, making the stock attractive at current valuations. The analyst rated the stock as Buy, with the price target lifted from $52 to $56.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo, with its regulatory asset cap lifted, is expected to boost growth in core banking and trading businesses. Cost-cutting efforts and efficiency improvements could lift profits significantly, with up to 19% earnings upside forecast. The stock is also rated Buy, with the price target raised from $86 to $92.</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/595e3a7c988ca80001dc7d9c/richard-ramsden">Analyst Richard Ramsden</a> also revised estimates ahead of the second-quarter results of five other U.S. banks:
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<li>Citigroup Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) &#8211; rated Buy, with price target raised from $85 to $96.</li>
<li>JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) &#8211; rated Buy, with price target raised from $305 to $323.</li>
<li>US Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) &#8211; rated Neutral, with price target raised from $46 to $49.</li>
<li>PNC Financial Services Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNC#NYSE">PNC</a>) &#8211; rated Neutral, with price target raised from $178 to $196.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>) &#8211; rated Neutral, with price target raised from $136 to $147.</li>
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Ramsden expects banks to report sequential NII (net interest income) growth in the second quarter, due to an uptick in loan growth. The trading revenue environment "remains healthy" in the near term, he added.
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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</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 WFC, 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 37 uncommon options trades for Wells Fargo.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 32% bullish and 59%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $604,263, and 31 are calls, for a total amount of $1,797,030.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $27.5 to $100.0 for Wells Fargo over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Wells Fargo options trades today is 6990.0 with a total volume of 41,307.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Wells Fargo's big money trades within a strike price range of $27.5 to $100.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Wells Fargo Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751313659_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>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$240.0K</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.48</td>
<td>$2.46</td>
<td>$2.47</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$173.8K</td>
<td>23.4K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$0.98</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$164.2K</td>
<td>8.8K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$0.59</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$162.4K</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$6.35</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$123.1K</td>
<td>13.5K</td>
<td>182</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>Wells Fargo's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 14,574,759, the price of WFC is up 0.7% at $80.06. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 15 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Wells Fargo</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $87.2.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Wells Fargo, which currently sits at a price target of $88. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has revised its rating downward to Overweight, adjusting the price target to $85. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from B of A Securities keeps a Buy rating on Wells Fargo with a target price of $90. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Wells Fargo with a target price of $87. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Goldman Sachs continues to hold a Buy rating for Wells Fargo, targeting a price of $86. 
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President Donald Trump's bid to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has shifted at least $18 billion in costs onto consumers through higher bank fees and canceled restitution, two advocacy groups said Tuesday.
What Happened: The Student Borrower Protection Center and the Consumer Federation of America calculated the hit by tallying policies the administration halted since Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent froze <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43451675/bessent-freezes-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-work-leaving-lawsuits-against-jpmorgan-bank-of-america-capital-one-in-limbo">most CFPB activity</a> in February.
In a statement shared with Reuters, they say scrapping Obama and Biden-era plans to cap <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44833509/judge-strikes-down-biden-era-rule-capping-credit-card-late-fees-at-8">credit-card late fees</a> at $8 and overdraft charges at $5 will alone cost consumers about $15 billion a year.
The CFPB has also dropped or settled 22 enforcement cases inherited from the prior administration, including actions against JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) and Capital One (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>), covering another $3 billion in alleged harm.
Earlier this month, CFPB lawyers quietly voided redress agreements with Toyota's lending arm and a major payments processor, erasing roughly $50 million owed to borrowers, the groups said.
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Why It Matters: The watchdog groups urged Congress to restore the fee caps and reopen canceled cases, warning that each month of inaction transfers <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44353947/trumps-cfpb-overhaul-leaves-consumers-exposed-heres-what-it-means-for-your-money">billions from families</a> to financial giants.
Trump has previously <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/44028664/trump-says-he-shut-down-the-ultra-left-cfpb-after-bankers-and-loan-officers-called-him-almost-crying">called the CFPB</a> an "ultra-left" agency and boasted he "shut it down after bankers were almost crying," according to a February interview. Administration allies argue the bureau overreached and stifled free enterprise. According to Reuters, Senate Republicans recently tried to <a href="https://punchbowl.news/bills-119hconres14pp/">defund</a> it in a sweeping tax bill before parliamentarians stripped the provision for violating budget rules.
Consumer advocates counter that households are absorbing higher costs just as real wages lag inflation and the Fed holds rates near two-decade highs. Meanwhile, analysts reveal that the regulatory freeze could boost lender profits and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/sector-etfs/25/02/43637114/regulatory-freeze-at-cfpb-these-etfs-could-gain-as-oversight-weakens">certain financial-sector ETFs</a> as oversight weakens.
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Steve Eisman, the investor widely known for his role in shorting the subprime mortgage market before the 2008 financial crisis, says the U.S. banking landscape is increasingly consolidating into the hands of a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/06/45998961/ethereum-l2-chosen-for-jpmorgans-new-step-in-public-blockchain-space">few large banks</a>.
What Happened: Speaking on a financial podcast on Monday, Eisman <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvgCvJvAooE">highlighted</a> the growing concentration of deposits among major institutions like JPMorgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) and Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), which he said are steadily dominating the American banking sector.
Eisman noted that JPMorgan's share of U.S. deposits has risen from 7% in 2007 to nearly 14% today. 
"There are a couple of reasons for that," Eisman said. 
He pointed to the high costs of regulation and rapidly increasing technology expenses as key drivers that favor large banks. 
According to Eisman, these factors make it difficult for smaller and mid-sized banks to compete.
"If we do nothing, and we keep the current policies, and there's no M&amp;A wave, what's going to happen is JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and a handful of others will continue to take market share," Eisman said. 
He explained that, under this scenario, smaller regional banks could gradually lose competitiveness, leaving a system dominated by a few megabanks and some small community banks.
"I would like more [banks], I don't want to be Canada, where it's basically a cartel," Eisman said, referring to Canada's highly concentrated banking system. 
He stressed that the U.S. should encourage mergers among regional banks like Comerica and U.S. Bank to ensure they can afford the scale and technology necessary to remain viable.
Eisman emphasized that large banks' ability to absorb compliance and technology costs gives them a structural advantage. Without regional consolidation, Eisman said, "the other regional banks are going to wither on the vine."
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Why It Matters: On the broader financial sector, Eisman expressed positive views on large-cap banks like JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley in the absence of a trade war.
He said these firms are well-positioned to benefit from deregulation, a recovery in IPO activity, and increased M&amp;A transactions.
Eisman advised focusing on firms like Visa (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>) and Mastercard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>) within the payments sector and said he prefers to avoid other payment companies, which he described as "all going after each other's space."
On smaller banks, Eisman said he currently does not own any regional bank stocks but suggested there could be an opportunity if policy shifts enable consolidation.
Eisman's commentary also touched on the historical trajectory of the U.S. financial system post-crisis. 
He explained that after the passage of Dodd-Frank, significant deleveraging took place across major banks.
He pointed out that Citigroup's leverage ratio dropped from 35:1 to 10:1 between 2011 and 2016.
"Your return on equity is going down" when leverage declines to that extent, Eisman said, underscoring why financial stocks have not delivered sustained outperformance in the post-crisis era.
Eisman stressed that structural changes, rather than isolated stock-specific events, are driving the industry's evolution. 
He noted that if consolidation among mid-sized banks does not happen, large banks are likely to continue increasing their dominance, reshaping the competitive dynamics of U.S. banking.
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A June filing shows that Senator A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. reported a purchase in Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), valued between $1,001 and $15,000. The transaction date is listed as June 1, 2025, with the report published on June 19, 2025.
At present, Wells Fargo shares are trading up 0.88% at $75.4.
<h3>What Senator Has Been Trading Recently</h3>
In the last three years, A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr. completed 14 stock transactions totaling more than $63 thousand. Kroger and Wells Fargo stocks were among the largest trades. Some of the most notable transactions the Sen. has executed recently include: 
<ul>
<li>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Purchase</li>
</ul>
Here's a summary of A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s 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>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-06-01</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Stay informed on A. Mitchell Mcconnell, Jr.'s trades and other members of Congress with our real-time <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades/members/a.-mitchell-mcconnell,-jr.">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>Why Congressional Transactions Matter</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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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
10:34 AMJul 07, 2025	PUT	$81.00	Jul 18, 2025	8	178	4050	50	359	TRADE	BEARISH
10:15 AMJul 03, 2025	CALL	$90.00	Sep 19, 2025	71	5025	3601	41	12159	SWEEP	BEARISH
10:02 AMJul 03, 2025	CALL	$85.00	Dec 19, 2025	162	942	869	49	1928	SWEEP	BULLISH
12:41 PMJul 01, 2025	CALL	$87.50	Sep 19, 2025	71	27669	26682	1256	2203	TRADE	NEUTRAL
11:54 AMJul 01, 2025	PUT	$80.00	Jan 15, 2027	554	1500	1500	359	418	TRADE	BEARISH