Why is WDS Down Today?

WDS
$21.67
▼ -2.26% ($-0.49)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 6:37 PM ET (559 min ago)

About Woodside Energy Group Limited American Depositary Shares, each representing one Ordinary Share

Incorporated in 1954 and named after the small Victorian town of Woodside, Woodside's early exploration focus moved from Victoria's Gippsland Basin to Western Australia's Carnarvon Basin. First LNG production from the North West Shelf came in 1984. BHP Billiton and Shell each had 40% shareholdings b...

Sector: Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas
Market Cap: $28.79B
Forward P/E: 15.6
52-Week Range: $14.27 - $25.19
Employees: 4,667

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 WDS showing strong bearish momentum
WDS is down 2.3% today on 0.5x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.5x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas sector: -0.2%

WDS is outperforming its sector by -2.1%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

WDS is significantly underperforming the market (-2.4% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
WDS
This Stock
-2.26%
vs S&P 500: -2.44%
vs Nasdaq: -2.57%

📊 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, WDS is expected to trade between:
$21.02 - $22.10

Key Level to Watch

$20.59 support
Watch for breakdown below $21.67

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 6:37 PM (559 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

WDS has moved more than 3.0% down on 15 occasions in the past year.

33.3%
Continuation Rate
5/15 times continued down
+0.58%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 16, 2026 (-3.8%) → Next day: +2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is WDS stock down today?

WDS is down 2.3% today on 0.5x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is WDS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, WDS shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the WDS stock price target?

WDS is currently trading at $21.67. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $21.02 - $22.10. See long-term price prediction →

Will WDS stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that WDS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $20.59 (support).

Is WDS stock oversold or overbought?

WDS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 40.2. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for WDS stock?

WDS's 10-day momentum indicator is at -1.81. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is WDS outperforming or underperforming the market?

WDS (-2.26%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.4% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for WDS?

WDS's MACD (-0.32) is currently below the signal line (-0.14), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 20.6) is moderate.

Is WDS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, WDS is in a bearish trend. The price ($21.67) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($22.93) and 50-day SMA ($23.03). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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