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Unusual Activity Report

This daily report focuses on three key components that can lead to market momentum: unusual options activity, insider buying, and institutional sponsorship. By scanning for these signals each day, we uncover potential stock movements driven by notable trades, insider transactions, and institutional investments. Using advanced algorithms and proprietary research methods, we sift through vast amounts of data to identify unique opportunities, offering timely insights highlighting emerging market momentum.

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Standout Options Trades

This section highlights notable options trades reflecting significant sentiment—bullish, bearish, or mixed—characterized by high-dollar-value transactions or large trade sizes exceeding prior open interest. When open interest rises from the previous day, it often indicates the creation of new positions rather than the closing of existing ones, suggesting a fresh outlook on the underlying stock or ETF.

For instance, call buying generally signals an expectation of upward movement, while selling calls suggest the trader anticipates the price will stay below a certain level. Put selling reflects confidence that the price will hold above the strike, implying stability. In contrast, put buying may reveal a bearish outlook or serve as a hedge against a larger bullish position elsewhere.

This report highlights large, unusual options trades identified for their size and potential impact, representing individual sentiment rather than broad market consensus. These trades are informational and are not intended as buy or sell signals. They reflect noteworthy activity observed during the trading day and should be viewed as one part of a broader analysis.

Options Flow Analysis: Trading Day 2025-8-8

The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-8-8. Each section highlights significant institutional activity, providing sentiment, key observations, and market expectations based on the data. All numbers represent large block trades likely executed by institutional players, not total-market figures.

Note: This report highlights institutional block option flow based on net premium. Strike prices and expiration dates are not available with block data.

CoreWeave, Inc. (CRWV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Significant call buying activity outpaced put transactions, with heavy institutional positioning favoring upside exposure. Minimal put activity was observed.
Total Premium: $183,428,470
Analysis: The dominance of call premium suggests strong bullish conviction, with institutional flow heavily skewed toward upward price expectations.

Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Substantial call premium dominated the day’s flow, indicating aggressive positioning for potential upside. Put activity was present but overshadowed by the call-side activity.
Total Premium: $143,882,480
Analysis: Institutional appetite remains firmly on the bullish side, with large capital commitments pointing to confidence in continued price strength.

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large put selling contributed to a strong net positive premium, reflecting bullish sentiment as institutions collected significant premium while expressing confidence in price stability.
Total Premium: $68,860,590
Analysis: The flow indicates optimism for stability or upside, with premium collection from sold puts reinforcing bullish expectations.

lululemon athletica inc. (LULU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling dominated activity, resulting in substantial premium collection and indicating strong confidence in the stock holding above key levels.
Total Premium: $42,569,259
Analysis: The focus on put selling points to a bullish stance, with institutions showing conviction in the current price base holding.

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Positive net premium driven by heavier call buying and put selling, reflecting a tilt toward upside exposure.
Total Premium: $22,856,840
Analysis: Flow shows a preference for bullish structures, with both call activity and put selling contributing to the favorable sentiment.

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Modest but clear positive bias with net premium driven by slightly stronger call positioning and supportive put selling.
Total Premium: $10,616,559
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish, though with more balanced positioning than seen in top-ranked names.

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium outpaced put premium, indicating preference for upside participation.
Total Premium: $7,940,402
Analysis: Institutions maintained a bullish tilt, suggesting expectations for continued strength.

SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call activity outweighed put activity, contributing to a clear positive premium balance.
Total Premium: $5,134,706
Analysis: Bullish bias in flow suggests confidence in near-term appreciation potential.

SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (SBET)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Put selling played a significant role, with premium collected reinforcing bullish sentiment despite notable put buying.
Total Premium: $3,955,975
Analysis: Flow indicates institutions see value at current levels, with put selling highlighting conviction in price stability.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium exceeded put premium, reflecting bullish positioning.
Total Premium: $3,577,616
Analysis: Institutional flow suggests modest but clear upward expectations.

Ford Motor Company (F)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium dominated, supported by put selling activity that collected premium and reinforced a bullish outlook.
Total Premium: $3,510,994
Analysis: Institutions are expressing confidence in upside or stability, with selling puts signaling a favorable view.

Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (HIMS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Net positive premium generated through a combination of call buying and put selling.
Total Premium: $3,268,094
Analysis: Flow points to a bullish stance, with expectations for the stock to maintain or extend recent gains.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium outweighed put premium, indicating bullish flow.
Total Premium: $2,876,584
Analysis: Institutions show moderate bullish positioning, anticipating further strength.

CompoSecure, Inc. (CMPO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong net premium driven exclusively by calls.
Total Premium: $2,508,687
Analysis: Call-focused flow suggests targeted bullish positioning without notable put activity.

Barrick Mining Corporation (B)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bullish sentiment supported by higher call premium relative to puts.
Total Premium: $2,283,186
Analysis: Flow implies institutional interest in upside exposure to the name.

Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. (FND)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Entire net premium from put selling, reflecting confidence in price stability.
Total Premium: $2,253,640
Analysis: Premium collected on the put side underscores institutional bullish sentiment.

Reddit, Inc. (RDDT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Positive flow led by call premium and some put selling.
Total Premium: $2,128,227
Analysis: Institutions appear to be positioning for upside potential.

Mastercard Incorporated (MA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Net premium entirely from put selling, signaling confidence in the stock’s ability to hold above key levels.
Total Premium: $2,111,978
Analysis: Premium collection points to a bullish stance, with institutions willing to take on downside risk for income.

Important Note: The numbers above only represent aggregate figures of large block trades made by institutions. They are not total-market figures and should not be interpreted as such.

Individual Options Trades: Trading Day 2025-8-8

This section focuses on unusual trades that stand out on an individual basis. These trades are highlighted for their distinctiveness, reflecting significant activity that diverges from typical market behavior.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $22 expiring November 21, 2025 (106 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $332,705
Strike Price: $22
Analysis: Call buying at the listed strikes versus spot around $20.35 points to upside positioning into November 2025. ‘Size > Prior OI’ indicates the trade size exceeded existing open interest, which often signals new positions being opened.

Standard Lithium Ltd. (SLI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $5 expiring January 16, 2026 (161 days to expiry).
Total Values: $124,425
Strike Price: $5
Analysis: Call buying near $5 versus spot around $2.84 suggests positioning for a longer-dated move into January 2026.

UWM Holdings Corporation (UWMC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $5 expiring January 16, 2026 (161 days to expiry).
Total Values: $297,374
Strike Price: $5
Analysis: Call buying at $5 against spot around $4.67 indicates upside positioning into January 2026.

Navitas Semiconductor Corporation (NVTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $7.5 expiring August 29, 2025 (21 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Sold PUT at $5 expiring January 16, 2026 (161 days to expiry); Sold PUT at $5 expiring March 20, 2026 (224 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $89,329
Strike Price: Calls at $7.50; Puts sold at $5.00
Analysis: Call buying and put selling together reflect bullish positioning versus spot around $6.70. Put selling collects premium and, with $5 strikes below spot, indicates confidence the price will hold above those levels. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

GDS Holdings Limited (GDS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $39 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry).
Total Values: $148,053
Strike Price: $39
Analysis: Near-dated call buying at $39 versus spot around $36.33 suggests traders are positioning for upside into mid-August.

Qudian Inc. (QD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $2.5 expiring February 20, 2026 (196 days to expiry); Bought CALL at $2.5 expiring February 20, 2026 (200 days to expiry) — multiple prints marked Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $1,277,103
Strike Price: $2.5
Analysis: Substantial call accumulation at $2.50 versus spot around $4.22 points to upside positioning into February 2026. ‘Size > Prior OI’ indicates the trade size exceeded existing open interest, which often signals new positions being opened.

Xtal Tech. (AXTI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $2.5 expiring September 19, 2025 (42 days to expiry) — several prints with Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $37,079
Strike Price: $2.5
Analysis: Call buying at $2.50 versus spot around $2.13 suggests traders are positioning for upside into September 2025. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

Upexi, Inc. (UPXI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $7.5 expiring August 22, 2025 (14 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $17,340
Strike Price: $7.5
Analysis: Short-dated call buying at $7.50 versus spot around $6.24 suggests traders are looking for near-term upside. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

Micron Technology, Inc. (MU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Sold PUT at $116 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Sold PUT at $117 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Sold PUT at $119 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $504,610
Strike Price: $116–$119
Analysis: Put selling collects premium and, with strikes at or below spot around $119.02, indicates confidence the price will hold above those levels into next week. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

ArcelorMittal S.A. (MT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $21 expiring September 19, 2025 (42 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Bought CALL at $31 expiring September 19, 2025 (42 days to expiry).
Total Values: $1,023,009
Strike Price: $21–$31
Analysis: Call buying across $21 and $31 versus spot around $33.59 suggests traders are positioning for upside into September 2025, including lower-delta exposure at $21. ‘Size > Prior OI’ indicates new positions likely established.

Futu Holdings Limited (FUTU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $160 expiring August 22, 2025 (14 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Bought CALL at $175 expiring September 12, 2025 (35 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $790,180
Strike Price: $160–$175
Analysis: Call buying at $160–$175 versus spot around $159.80 points to upside positioning into late August and September. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

TTM Technologies, Inc. (TTMI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $45 expiring September 19, 2025 (42 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely); Bought CALL at $50 expiring December 19, 2025 (133 days to expiry); Bought CALL at $60 expiring January 16, 2026 (161 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $544,998
Strike Price: $45–$60
Analysis: Staggered call buying across $45, $50, and $60 versus spot around $44.53 suggests a layered upside view into September, December, and January. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $210 expiring February 20, 2026 (196 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $227,500
Strike Price: $210
Analysis: Longer-dated call buying at $210 versus spot around $178.86 points to upside positioning into February 2026. ‘Size > Prior OI’ indicates new positions likely established.

Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $104 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $207,972
Strike Price: $104
Analysis: Short-dated call buying at $104 versus spot around $101.75 suggests traders are positioning for near-term upside. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Bought CALL at $51 expiring August 15, 2025 (7 days to expiry) — Size > Prior OI (new position likely).
Total Values: $96,320
Strike Price: $51
Analysis: Near-dated call buying at $51 versus spot around $53.86 indicates upside positioning into next week. ‘Size > Prior OI’ often signals new positions being opened.

Insider Transactions

Each day, insider transactions provide insights into the movements of key executives and shareholders within various companies. These transactions can signal confidence in future performance or a need to liquidate holdings. Today’s report identified the most significant insider purchases and sales, highlighting influential figures and companies that made notable moves.  Let’s take a look at some of today’s standout transactions.

US Insider Purchases

OPKO Health Inc (OPK)
Buyer: Frost Phillip MD et al (Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 675,000 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 1.32
Total Value: USD 891,000

Portillos Inc (PTLO)
Buyer: Lee Eugene I Jr (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 130,250 (+inf%)
Price: USD 7.68
Total Value: USD 1,000,320

Portillos Inc (PTLO)
Buyer: Hook Michelle Greig (CFO & Treasurer)
Shares Purchased: 40,000 (+30.0%)
Price: USD 7.67
Total Value: USD 306,800

Pinnacle Financial Partners Inc (PNFP)
Buyer: Ingram David B (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 22,000 (+52.8%)
Price: USD 90.09
Total Value: USD 1,981,980

MA Specialty Credit Income Fund (SCISX)
Buyer: MA Eagle Holdings Fund (Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 127,968 (+7.8%)
Price: USD 24.92
Total Value: USD 3,188,967

Asana Inc (ASAN)
Buyer: Moskovitz Dustin A. (Non-Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 223,905 (+0.4%)
Price: USD 14.10
Total Value: USD 3,157,016

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF)
Buyer: Fribourg Paul J (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 15,450 (+inf%)
Price: USD 64.80
Total Value: USD 1,001,183

Transmedics Group Inc (TMDX)
Buyer: Hassanein Waleed H (Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 6,617 (+1.4%)
Price: USD 116.08
Total Value: USD 768,101

US Insider Sales

CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings Inc (CCCS)
Seller: Wei Eric (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 22,005,957 (-44.5%)
Price: USD 9.87
Total Value: USD 217,231,805

CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings Inc (CCCS)
Seller: Advent International, L.P. (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 22,005,957 (-44.5%)
Price: USD 9.87
Total Value: USD 217,231,805

CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings Inc (CCCS)
Seller: Young Lauren (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 22,005,957 (-44.5%)
Price: USD 9.87
Total Value: USD 217,231,805

Bowhead Specialty Holdings Inc (BOW)
Seller: Botein Matthew (Non-Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 2,000,000 (-18.2%)
Price: USD 30.66
Total Value: USD 61,320,000

Bowhead Specialty Holdings Inc (BOW)
Seller: Gallatin Point Capital LLC (Non-Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 2,000,000 (-18.2%)
Price: USD 30.66
Total Value: USD 61,320,000

Cogent Communications Holdings Inc (CCOI)
Seller: Schaeffer Dave (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,840,669 (-54.8%)
Price: USD 32.60
Total Value: USD 60,005,809

RBC Bearings Inc (ROLL)
Seller: Bergeron Daniel A (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 48,743 (-30.5%)
Price: USD 402.75
Total Value: USD 19,631,253

Linde PLC (LIN)
Seller: Angel Stephen F (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 50,309 (-9.5%)
Price: USD 473.38
Total Value: USD 23,815,274

Marqeta Inc (MQ)
Seller: Gardner Jason M. (Non-Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 2,250,000 (-12.7%)
Price: USD 6.63
Total Value: USD 14,928,075

Kellogg Co (K)
Seller: Kellogg W K Foundation Trust (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 114,583 (-0.3%)
Price: USD 79.97
Total Value: USD 9,163,203

NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)
Seller: Huang Jen Hsun (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 40,901 (-0.1%)
Price: USD 182.74
Total Value: USD 7,474,445

Celsius Holdings Inc (CELH)
Seller: Fieldly John (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 143,167 (-13.8%)
Price: USD 51.18
Total Value: USD 7,327,287

Comfort Systems USA Inc (FIX)
Seller: Lane Brian E. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 10,000 (-5.0%)
Price: USD 691.74
Total Value: USD 6,917,439

Corning Inc (GLW)
Seller: Weeks Wendell P (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 82,103 (-9.2%)
Price: USD 65.19
Total Value: USD 5,351,933

ThredUp Inc (TDUP)
Seller: Reinhart James G. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 406,372 (-34.7%)
Price: USD 9.91
Total Value: USD 4,026,618

Virtu Financial Inc (VIRT)
Seller: Fairclough Brett (Officer)
Shares Sold: 90,701 (-100.0%)
Price: USD 42.40
Total Value: USD 3,846,049

Curbline Properties Corp (CURB)
Seller: Lukes David R (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 100,000 (-10.6%)
Price: USD 22.46
Total Value: USD 2,245,500

Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
Seller: Bessette Andy F (Officer)
Shares Sold: 7,742 (-27.2%)
Price: USD 264.90
Total Value: USD 2,050,856

Willis Lease Finance Corp (WLFC)
Seller: Hole Brian Richard (Officer)
Shares Sold: 50,000 (-11.1%)
Price: USD 28.28
Total Value: USD 1,414,000

CDN Insider Purchases

Mullen Group Ltd (MTL)
Buyer: Mullen, Murray Kenneth (Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+2.3%)
Price: CAD 13.20
Total Value: CAD 1,320,000

Pinnacle Silver & Gold Corp (PINN)
Buyer: Archer, Robert Alexander (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 500,000 (+6.7%)
Price: CAD 0.06
Total Value: CAD 30,000

First Canadian Graphite Inc (FCI)
Buyer: Yingling, Thomas (Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 600,000 (+34.2%)
Price: CAD 0.08
Total Value: CAD 48,000

First Canadian Graphite Inc (FCI)
Buyer: Jassal, Brijender (Binny) Jassal (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 250,000
Price: CAD 0.10
Total Value: CAD 25,000

First Canadian Graphite Inc (FCI)
Buyer: Jassal, Brijender (Binny) Jassal (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 250,000 (+1666.7%)
Price: CAD 0.08
Total Value: CAD 20,000

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 7,100 (+0.9%)
Price: CAD 15.30
Total Value: CAD 108,630

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 1,100 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 15.27
Total Value: CAD 16,797

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 800 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 15.26
Total Value: CAD 12,208

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 800 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 15.20
Total Value: CAD 12,160

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 100 (+0.0%)
Price: CAD 15.25
Total Value: CAD 1,525

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 100 (+0.0%)
Price: CAD 15.19
Total Value: CAD 1,519

Quantum BioPharma Ltd (QNTM)
Buyer: Saeed, Zeeshan (Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 300 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 26.50
Total Value: USD 7,950

Olympia Financial Group Inc (OLY)
Buyer: Bahnuik, Jonathan Marvin (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 351 (+9.7%)
Price: CAD 107.45
Total Value: CAD 37,715

GFG Resources Inc (GFG)
Buyer: Skanderbeg, Brian Neville (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 45,000 (+0.7%)
Price: CAD 0.13
Total Value: CAD 5,850

CDN Insider Sales

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (FFH)
Seller: Burton, Wade Sebastian (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 6,067
Price: CAD 2,392.19
Total Value: CAD 14,513,417

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (FFH)
Seller: Burton, Wade Sebastian (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 419
Price: CAD 2,398.70
Total Value: CAD 1,005,055

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Finkelstein, Harley Michael (Officer)
Shares Sold: 4,000 (-38.2%)
Price: USD 155.00
Total Value: USD 620,000

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Finkelstein, Harley Michael (Officer)
Shares Sold: 4,000 (-38.2%)
Price: USD 150.00
Total Value: USD 600,000

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Finkelstein, Harley Michael (Officer)
Shares Sold: 4,000 (-38.2%)
Price: USD 147.36
Total Value: USD 589,438

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Finkelstein, Harley Michael (Officer)
Shares Sold: 4,000 (-38.2%)
Price: USD 145.16
Total Value: USD 580,640

Toromont Industries Ltd (TIH)
Seller: Cuddy, Mike (Officer)
Shares Sold: 5,000 (-11.9%)
Price: CAD 142.60
Total Value: CAD 713,000

Fortis Inc (FTS)
Seller: Gosse, Karen J. (Officer)
Shares Sold: 3,440 (-6.5%)
Price: CAD 69.23
Total Value: CAD 238,135

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,200 (-21.8%)
Price: CAD 272.09
Total Value: CAD 326,508

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 900 (-20.9%)
Price: CAD 272.08
Total Value: CAD 244,872

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 400 (-19.0%)
Price: CAD 271.65
Total Value: CAD 108,660

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 300 (-12.5%)
Price: CAD 271.82
Total Value: CAD 81,546

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 300 (-9.4%)
Price: CAD 271.88
Total Value: CAD 81,564

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 200 (-11.8%)
Price: CAD 271.62
Total Value: CAD 54,324

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 200 (-7.4%)
Price: CAD 271.85
Total Value: CAD 54,370

Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 200 (-6.9%)
Price: CAD 271.87
Total Value: CAD 54,374

George Weston Ltd (WN)
Seller: Weston, Willard Galen Garfield (Executive Director Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 790 (-2.7%)
Price: CAD 267.02
Total Value: CAD 210,946

Geodrill Limited
Seller: Sustainable Capital Ltd (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 35,400 (-0.7%)
Price: CAD 3.70
Total Value: CAD 130,980

Canso Credit Income Fund (PBY.UN)
Seller: Lysander Funds Limited (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 500 (-0.1%)
Price: CAD 16.10
Total Value: CAD 8,050

Institutional Spotlight: August 8, 2025

EVR Research LP, led by Benjamin Joffe, disclosed a 2,550,000-share position in PRO, representing 5.30% ownership. The position marks a significant allocation and indicates conviction in the company’s forward prospects.

Hudson Bay Capital Management L.P., under Sander Gerber, was highly active, reporting new or updated stakes across multiple companies. Holdings include 450,000 shares (5.88% ownership) in UYSC, 1,400,000 shares (6.22%) in TVA, 3,936,857 shares (5.22%) in SWTX, 1,925,000 shares (8.14%) in RAC, 812,637 shares (9.99%) in OTRK, 1,338,300 shares (5.61%) in JACS, and 1,000,000 shares (5.41%) in FACT. Hudson Bay’s broad reach demonstrates an aggressive, multi-sector accumulation strategy.

Elliott Investment Management L.P., led by Paul Singer, disclosed a commanding 69,319,418-share stake in Uniti Group Inc. (UNIT), equating to 27.90% ownership. The scale of this position underscores Elliott’s high-conviction involvement and potential for significant strategic influence.

Bleichroeder LP, under Michael Kellen, revealed ownership of 1,367,807 shares in First Eagle Real Estate Debt Fund, representing 99.00% of the company—an overwhelming controlling interest that positions the firm as the definitive decision-maker.

GAMCO Investors Inc., led by Mario Gabelli, reported a 5,585,516-share position in Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI), representing 12.20% ownership, signaling strong confidence in the broadcaster’s valuation and prospects.

683 Capital Management LLC, headed by Ari Zweiman, holds 10,634,446 shares in Immunic Inc. (IMUX), a 9.90% ownership stake, representing a significant biotech allocation.

Arena Investors LP, led by Daniel Zwirn, disclosed 1,600,000 shares (7.90% ownership) in OP, indicating meaningful exposure to the company’s future growth.

Cinctive Capital Management LP, under Richard Schimel, reported 4,302,920 shares in LZM, amounting to 5.40% ownership, marking a notable entry position.

Doma Perpetual Capital Management LLC, led by Pedro Escudero, holds 2,698,618 shares in Pacira BioSciences Inc. (PCRX), representing 5.70% ownership, suggesting a targeted healthcare investment.

Baillie Gifford & Co., headed by Andrew Telfer, disclosed multiple substantial positions: 43,893,738 shares (14.60% ownership) in Samsara Inc. (IOT), 5,716,130 shares (6.40%) in MakeMyTrip Ltd., 123,290 shares (6.00%) in BSLK, and 1,938,698 shares (4.20%) in AeroVironment Inc. The breadth of these positions highlights Baillie Gifford’s ongoing commitment to growth and innovation-driven sectors.

Magnetar Financial LLC, led by Alec Litowitz, filed a series of notable stakes across SPACs and special situations: 1,410,000 shares (6.02% ownership) in GSRT, 1,750,000 shares (7.41%) in SZZL, 1,022,800 shares (5.29%) in LWACU, 2,200,000 shares (7.97%) in TACH, 1,750,000 shares (7.00%) in SOUL.U, 1,400,000 shares (6.22%) in TVACU, 1,750,000 shares (6.26%) in SDHI, 2,117,294 shares (7.36%) in MBAV, 800,000 shares (4.98%) in RANG, 1,000,000 shares (4.34%) in Roman DBDR Acquisition Corp. II, 1,500,000 shares (6.05%) in PMTR, 1,250,000 shares (5.68%) in OBAWU, 1,750,000 shares (5.66%) in NPAC, 1,900,000 shares (7.35%) in KCHVU, 1,500,000 shares (6.35%) in FERA, 850,000 shares (5.91%) in IPOD, 1,982,756 shares (6.72%) in CCIX, 860,000 shares (3.62%) in CCIR, 1,500,000 shares (5.77%) in CCIRU, and 1,200,000 shares (6.58%) in BACCU. The diversity and scale of these filings reflect an opportunistic approach aimed at capturing upside across a range of corporate events.

Two Seas Capital LP, under Sina Toussi, reported a 19,122,842-share position in Core Scientific Inc. (CORZ), representing 6.30% ownership, further illustrating institutional confidence in the cryptocurrency mining and blockchain infrastructure space.

This extensive round of filings demonstrates heightened institutional activity across multiple sectors, with particularly strong representation from hedge funds deploying capital into event-driven, growth, and special-situation opportunities.

Institutional Momentum Watchlists

(Stocks are sorted to highlight those with the strongest momentum at the time of the scan)

Welcome to the Institutional Momentum Watchlist, an exclusive feature for our members. This list highlights stocks that have recently caught the attention of institutional investors, either through new purchases or significant additions. These stocks are selected based on promising technical setups that suggest potential momentum. Our systematic approach filters for opportunities where institutional sponsorship aligns with favorable technical conditions, offering a unique edge in your trading strategy. Keep an eye on this watchlist as we update it each weekend with the latest insights from the market.

Click on the CandleGlance chart to view it in full size. Find a chart that matches your criteria or interests. You can easily save it to your watchlist on StockCharts.com for further analysis and tracking or copy and paste the ticker list into your chart provider.

US Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – US Institutional Momentum Watchlist

LASR, SOUN, CMPO, FMCC, VSTM, SGHT, OWLT, VTYX, FNMA, ANIP, REAL, SNWV, DOCS, GSAT, ASMB, FROG, ETON, PBYI, CYD, CRML, ONDS, GRCE, FTK, GRRR, GILD, KTOS, BBAI, LENZ, TIL, TERN, GH, VIAV, ROAD, STNE, ARQ, AVTX, CIA, PRM, MEG, MNST, MU, CEE, HNRG, ATMU, ENLV, PCRX, III, HL, TLSA, UMAC, VEON, VCTR, ALAB, GROY, PVLA, ALHC, LITE, ARQT, MP, POWL, RZLT, APP, AAPL, HUM, MIND, EXPE, VGZ, COMM, MDV, DERM, VITL, CART, HROW, PX, TEM, PHAT, DORM, GENI, ACT, FINV, IONQ, CDE, EQH, LYV, CLS, AMPG, CRUS, CVS, KALA, HOOD, IESC, TOI, APA, SPOT, FUTU, TBPH, DELL, CSCO, NFLX, LRCX, CAH, PLTR, IBKR, TURN, USAU, TPG, GOOGL, INVZ, GOOG, TPC, FIHL, MA, LLYVA, KEYS, TSLA, LH, CRH, UPRO, CHMI, SNX, AES, SMMT, HPE, OSCR, NMIH, USD, ROM, JEQ, BGC, MSI, SANM, CMPS, LOPE, SGRY, MDT, WMG, HCI, JBL, CMC, AGX, RDDT, ABT, HMN, TRVI, EYPT, STX, GLW, DGX, MTD, RPRX, KDP, TRMB, UAL, SSO, PFE, SCI, FFIV, KN, COHR, SCHW, GNRC, SGI, APH, LSCC, CMA, HALO, CTAS, AAP, ATAT, CBOE, CVX, PM, CORT, STAA, STT, SRDX, TYG, FNGS, GE, GM, BLK, LOW, NVDA, JNJ, MMM, TEL, STRL, TDUP

Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

WEED.TO, CURA.TO, CPH.TO, TWM.TO, SAP.TO, JWEL.TO, LUG.TO, LNF.TO, CAS.TO, SLI.V, LAR.TO, DCBO.TO, CS.TO, MFI.TO, EXE.TO, IFP.TO, ELBM.V, CJT.TO, CLS.TO, OGC.TO, TRX.TO, ASM.TO, WRN.TO, HBM.TO, EFX.TO, ORA.TO, VHI.TO, BCE.TO, FM.TO, SSL.TO, SSRM.TO, WELL.TO, MTA.V, CRON.TO, GTII.CA, PBH.TO, TKO.TO, OGI.TO, NOA.TO, DBM.TO, SES.TO, LUN.TO, PAAS.TO, CPX.TO, AC.TO, FURY.TO, ABX.TO, TCW.TO, GRT/UN.TO, MAG.TO, EMA.TO, NGD.TO, DNG.TO, CVE.TO, FTG.TO, K.TO, BDT.TO, NEO.TO, EFN.TO, WPM.TO, RCI/B.TO, CM.TO, CCO.TO, FC.TO, SIA.TO, ALS.TO, STN.TO, TOU.TO, H.TO, IMO.TO, TA.TO, PD.TO, USA.TO, BAM.TO, POW.TO, SU.TO, ADEN.TO, IGM.TO, AND.TO, GWO.TO, TD.TO, NXR/UN.TO, SRU/UN.TO, VLE.TO, NA.TO, ITR.V, BNS.TO, HR/UN.TO, EDR.TO, CIGI.TO, OR.TO, CAE.TO, L.TO, BMO.TO, SXP.TO, FNV.TO, WDO.TO, EIF.TO, CGY.TO, ATH.TO, PIF.TO, RY.TO, KNT.TO, FTS.TO, FRU.TO, AFN.TO, T.TO

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