Why is LW Down Today?

LW
$40.71
▼ -2.35% ($-0.96)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 4:35 PM ET (781 min ago)

About Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.

Lamb Weston is North America's largest and the world's second-largest producer of branded and private-label frozen potato products, both by volume and value. The company's portfolio is anchored by french fries, but it also sells sweet potato fries, tater tots, diced potatoes, mashed potatoes, hash b...

Sector: CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES
Market Cap: $8.64B
Forward P/E: 16.3
52-Week Range: $37.62 - $67.07
Employees: 10,100

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES sector is down 1.4% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.2x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES sector: -1.4%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

LW is significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
LW
This Stock
-2.35%
vs S&P 500: -2.53%
vs Nasdaq: -2.66%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, LW is expected to trade between:
$39.49 - $41.52

Key Level to Watch

$38.67 support
Watch for breakdown below $40.71

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 4:35 PM (781 minutes ago)
Data refreshes every 30 minutes during market hours

Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
26.13
Put/Call Ratio
63.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 5,046
Put Volume: 131,859
Total: 136,905
Unusual Activity: $37.5 PUT (18,241 vol) $37.5 PUT (18,223 vol) $37.5 PUT (18,208 vol)

Historical Context

LW has moved more than 3.0% down on 16 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
8/16 times continued down
+0.25%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 30, 2026 (-3.7%) → Next day: -2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is LW stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The CANNED, FROZEN & PRESERVD FRUIT, VEG & FOOD SPECIALTIES sector is down 1.4% on average.

Is LW stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, LW shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the LW stock price target?

LW is currently trading at $40.71. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $39.49 - $41.52. See long-term price prediction →

Will LW stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that LW's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $38.67 (support).

Is LW stock oversold or overbought?

LW's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 20.3. This indicates oversold conditions - the stock may be due for a bounce as selling pressure appears exhausted.

What is the momentum for LW stock?

LW's 10-day momentum indicator is at -5.28. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is LW outperforming or underperforming the market?

LW (-2.35%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for LW?

LW's MACD (-2.35) is currently below the signal line (-1.84), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 35.1) is strong.

Is LW in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, LW is in a bearish trend. The price ($40.71) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($46.25) and 50-day SMA ($50.4). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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