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YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. Its upstream segment consists of exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream segment include refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG and bio-fuels. Gas and Power segment performs activities related to natural gas transportation to third parties and Downstream segment. Central Administration and Others includes activities performed by the Group not falling under the business segments. It generates maximum revenue from downstream segment.

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<p>• Mammoth Energy Services (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TUSK#NASDAQ">TUSK</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.02 per share on revenue of $46.70 million. </p>
<p>• BeOne Medicines (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONC#NASDAQ">ONC</a>) is projected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. </p>
<p>• Oncolytics Biotech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONCY#NASDAQ">ONCY</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. </p>
<p>• Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADV#NASDAQ">ADV</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.12 per share on revenue of $863.39 million. </p>
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<p>• YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.66 per share on revenue of $3.97 billion. </p>
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<p>• Algonquin Power (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AQN#NYSE">AQN</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.09 per share on revenue of $642.37 million. </p>
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<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on YPF. Our analysis of options history for YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 37% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $139,160, and 4 were calls, valued at $150,180.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $10.0 to $50.0 for YPF during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of YPF stands at 581.0, with a total volume reaching 783.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in YPF, situated within the strike price corridor from $10.0 to $50.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>YPF Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737135926_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$1.2</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$57.5K</td>
<td align="right">94</td>
<td align="right">501</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$47.2K</td>
<td align="right">66</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$9.1</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$44.0K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$33.7</td>
<td>$32.6</td>
<td>$33.3</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$33.3K</td>
<td align="right">480</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$28.1K</td>
<td align="right">205</td>
<td align="right">34</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About YPF</h3>
<p>YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of YPF, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Current Position of YPF</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 1,231,339, the YPF's price is up by 0.25%, now at $43.93. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 47 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on YPF</h3>
<p>In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $59.5.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan upgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $59. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest YPF options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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Spotlight on YPF: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on <strong>YPF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with YPF, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for <strong>YPF</strong>.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 75%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $54,834, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $538,993.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $23.0 to $46.0 for YPF during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in YPF's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to YPF's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $23.0 to $46.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>YPF Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736870420_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.55</td>
<td>$2.6</td>
<td>$2.55</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$167.0K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td align="right">695</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$22.4</td>
<td>$22.1</td>
<td>$22.4</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$100.7K</td>
<td>522</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$22.1</td>
<td>$22.1</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$92.5K</td>
<td>522</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$22.3</td>
<td>$22.68</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$58.7K</td>
<td>522</td>
<td align="right">225</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$54.8K</td>
<td>102</td>
<td align="right">360</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About YPF</h3>
<p>YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of YPF, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Where Is YPF Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 882,460, the YPF's price is up by 2.24%, now at $45.51. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 50 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on YPF</h3>
<p>1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $59.5.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; Showing optimism, an analyst from JP Morgan upgrades its rating to Overweight with a revised price target of $59. </p>
<p>Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for YPF with <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> for real-time alerts.</p>


YPF's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

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<p>Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on <strong>YPF</strong>.</p>
<p>Looking at options history for YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) we detected 13 trades.</p>
<p>If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 53% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 38% with bearish.</p>
<p>From the overall spotted trades, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $560,033 and 10, calls, for a total amount of $788,909.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $30.0 to $60.0 for YPF over the last 3 months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>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 YPF'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 YPF's whale trades within a strike price range from $30.0 to $60.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>YPF 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736534732_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
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<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$308.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>235</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$206.9K</td>
<td>7.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.8</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$180.9K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>235</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
<td>$1.5</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$124.2K</td>
<td>7.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$101.6K</td>
<td>648</td>
<td>250</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About YPF</h3>
<p>YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding YPF, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>YPF's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,182,876, the price of YPF is up by 0.66%, reaching $45.62.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 54 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On YPF</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $59.5.</p>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has elevated its stance to Overweight, setting a new price target at $59. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest YPF options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


What the Options Market Tells Us About YPF

YPF Sociedad Anonima shares are trading higher after JP Morgan upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight and raised its price target from $25 to $59.5.

<p>JP Morgan  analyst Rodolfo Angele   upgrades YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raises the price target from $25 to $59.5.</p>


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Shares of oil and gas companies are trading higher after President-elect Donald Trump said that he will reverse President Biden's ban on offshore drilling. Also, natural gas rose on cold weather forecasts.

<p><strong>Javier Milei</strong> took office as the President of Argentina in December 2023 and took his trademark chainsaw to the country's economic policies. Interest in several Argentina-based stocks has been rising as his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/12/42513867/elon-musk-praises-argentinas-31-spending-cuts-under-milei-but-what-about-the-recession">drastic reforms take hold. </a></p>
<p><strong>What To Know</strong>: Milei, a self-described anarcho-capitalist, has implemented significant economic reforms since he took office almost exactly one year ago. He cut spending on government programs, including healthcare, welfare, and education, substantially and dismissed more than 30,000 government employees. </p>
<p>Argentina's monthly rate of inflation has come down from 25% in December 2023 to 2.4% in December 2024 and the country achieved a fiscal surplus for the first time in 15 years.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>While Milei&#8217;s policies have reduced inflation and boosted market performance, they have also led to increased poverty and unemployment rates, with significant challenges for the working class. However, a Gallup poll conducted at the one-year mark of Milei&#8217;s presidency shows his personal approval rating at 48%. </p>
<p>Businesses in Argentina appear to be thriving under Milei's administration, with the country's stock market, as measured by the S&amp;P Mervel Index, up more than 175% in 2024.</p>
<p>The <strong>Global X MSCI Argentina ETF </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARGT#NYSE">ARGT</a>), which invests in companies with exposure to Argentina and tracks the MSCI All Argentina 25/50 Index, has gained more than 65% year-to-date.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on YPF. Our analysis of options history for YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.</p>
<p>Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 30% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $997,615, and 10 were calls, valued at $599,973.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $12.0 to $55.0 for YPF over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for YPF's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across YPF's significant trades, within a strike price range of $12.0 to $55.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>YPF Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734380128_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$638.2K</td>
<td>34</td>
<td>73</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$9.1</td>
<td>$8.9</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$315.0K</td>
<td>23</td>
<td>357</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.65</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$2.59</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$143.0K</td>
<td>259</td>
<td>9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$72.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$72.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>508</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About YPF</h3>
<p>YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of YPF, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>YPF's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,903,551, with YPF's price up by 0.16%, positioned at $44.63.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 11 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On YPF</h3>
<p>A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $45.666666666666664.</p>
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Citigroup lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $44.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $38.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from B of A Securities upgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $55. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for YPF, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


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<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>YPF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with YPF, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 10 uncommon options trades for YPF.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 70% bullish and 10%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $138,000, and 8 are calls, for a total amount of $514,287.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $22.0 to $55.0 for YPF over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
<p>In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of YPF stands at 1544.29, with a total volume reaching 1,806.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in YPF, situated within the strike price corridor from $22.0 to $55.0, throughout the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>YPF Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734114673_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$18.2</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$18.2</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$92.8K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
<td align="right">47</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.8</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$91.5K</td>
<td>515</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$24.5</td>
<td>$23.6</td>
<td>$24.5</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$73.5K</td>
<td>393</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$69.4K</td>
<td>246</td>
<td align="right">151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YPF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$68.5K</td>
<td>246</td>
<td align="right">300</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About YPF</h3>
<p>YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. It is engaged in operating a fully integrated oil and gas chain across the domestic upstream, downstream, and gas and power segments. The company's upstream operations consist of the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and LPG. Its downstream operations include the refining, marketing, transportation, and distribution of oil and a wide range of petroleum products, petroleum derivatives, petrochemicals, LPG, and bio-fuels. The company generates maximum revenue from the downstream segment.</p>
<p>Following our analysis of the options activities associated with YPF, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.</p>
<h3>Current Position of YPF</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,418,056, the price of YPF is up by 1.23%, reaching $44.5.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 11 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On YPF</h3>
<p>A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $45.666666666666664.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-checkout/?t=Be8be9arja3be22bz20&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Citigroup downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $44.<br />
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from UBS downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $38.<br />
&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from B of A Securities has upgraded their rating to Buy and adjusted the price target to $55. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest YPF options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


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YPF shares are trading higher after B of A Securities upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy and raised its price target from $31 to $55.

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