Ionq Inc (IONQ) Options Volume Hits 86,309 Contracts, 48.8% of Average Daily Volume
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 20 2026
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Active Options Trading: Ionq Inc's options volume today reached 86,309 contracts, equivalent to approximately 8.6 million shares, representing 48.8% of its average daily trading volume of 17.7 million shares over the past month, indicating strong market interest in its future performance.
- High Volume Analysis: Among Ionq's options, the $55 strike call option expiring on January 30, 2026, has seen particularly high activity with 7,062 contracts traded, representing about 706,200 underlying shares, suggesting bullish sentiment among investors at this price level.
- Benchmark Electronics Activity: Benchmark Electronics, Inc. has recorded an options trading volume of 1,367 contracts today, equivalent to approximately 136,700 shares, which is about 48.6% of its average daily trading volume of 281,015 shares over the past month, reflecting notable market attention.
- Bullish Options Trend: For Benchmark, the $55 strike call option expiring on April 17, 2026, has seen 1,201 contracts traded, representing around 120,100 shares, indicating investor confidence in the company's future growth prospects.
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Analyst Views on BHE
Wall Street analysts forecast BHE stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for BHE is 49.00 USD with a low forecast of 47.00 USD and a high forecast of 51.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 49.780
Low
47.00
Averages
49.00
High
51.00
Current: 49.780
Low
47.00
Averages
49.00
High
51.00
About BHE
Benchmark Electronics, Inc. provides comprehensive solutions across the entire product life cycle through its technology and engineering design services, leveraging its global supply chain and delivering manufacturing services in various industries. It provides design engineering and advanced manufacturing services that include both electronic manufacturing services (EMS) and precision technology (PT) services. Its advanced manufacturing services include printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and test, component engineering services, systems assembly and test development, and failure analysis. In addition to traditional EMS, it offers complex PT services, including full electromechanical assembly and test services. It offers a full spectrum of new product design, automation, test development, prototype and related engineering services. It provides its customers with a comprehensive range of custom circuit and functional test equipment, process automation and replication solutions.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Lake Street Raises Benchmark Electronics (BHE) Price Target to $57, Maintains Buy Rating
- Price Target Increase: Lake Street raised Benchmark Electronics' price target from $51 to $57, reflecting confidence in the company's future growth potential and anticipating stock price appreciation as semiconductor orders ramp up.
- Positive Industry Outlook: Analysts believe Benchmark is well-positioned for long-term growth in the aerospace & defense, AI, and medical sectors, showcasing the company's competitive advantages across multiple high-growth markets.
- Semiconductor Order Growth: The company is expected to begin ramping semiconductor orders throughout 2026, a strategy that will drive revenue growth and enhance market share, further solidifying its industry position.
- Sustained Buy Rating: Lake Street maintains a Buy rating on Benchmark, indicating analysts' optimistic outlook on the company's future performance, which is likely to attract more investor interest in the stock.
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Ionq Inc (IONQ) Options Volume Hits 86,309 Contracts, 48.8% of Average Daily Volume
- Active Options Trading: Ionq Inc's options volume today reached 86,309 contracts, equivalent to approximately 8.6 million shares, representing 48.8% of its average daily trading volume of 17.7 million shares over the past month, indicating strong market interest in its future performance.
- High Volume Analysis: Among Ionq's options, the $55 strike call option expiring on January 30, 2026, has seen particularly high activity with 7,062 contracts traded, representing about 706,200 underlying shares, suggesting bullish sentiment among investors at this price level.
- Benchmark Electronics Activity: Benchmark Electronics, Inc. has recorded an options trading volume of 1,367 contracts today, equivalent to approximately 136,700 shares, which is about 48.6% of its average daily trading volume of 281,015 shares over the past month, reflecting notable market attention.
- Bullish Options Trend: For Benchmark, the $55 strike call option expiring on April 17, 2026, has seen 1,201 contracts traded, representing around 120,100 shares, indicating investor confidence in the company's future growth prospects.
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