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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.

Note: 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 2025-3-7

The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-3-7. 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.

Block, Inc. (XYZ)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Significant put selling with a total premium of $17,724,750, indicating strong confidence in price stability or upward movement. Call buying was relatively low, but overall options flow suggests bullish positioning.
Total Values: Net premium of $17,110,824
Expectations: The high level of put selling suggests institutional traders expect the stock to remain strong or move higher.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: A substantial amount of puts were sold, generating $25,147,830 in premium, far outweighing the $5,942,661 spent on put buying. Calls were actively bought as well, indicating a bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $16,537,747
Expectations: Institutions are positioning for stability in AMD, given the aggressive put selling and call buying activity.

Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $26,134,927, combined with put selling of $9,271,121, signals bullish conviction. Some put buying was present, but the net premium remains heavily positive.
Total Values: Net premium of $14,997,837
Expectations: The options market is signaling continued confidence in META’s upside potential, given the strong call premium inflows and put selling.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying worth $17,186,123 and put selling of $14,214,502 support a bullish outlook. Put buying was also notable but outweighed by bullish trades.
Total Values: Net premium of $14,580,336
Expectations: The options activity points to strong institutional confidence in AMZN’s strength, likely anticipating further upside or stability.

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Significant call buying at $24,418,369, with notable put selling at $21,849,545. This positioning suggests an expectation of continued upward movement.
Total Values: Net premium of $14,082,635
Expectations: Institutional flows are heavily favoring upside potential, with strong put selling reinforcing confidence in price support.

ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying of $9,998,560 with very minimal put activity, indicating a directional bet on upside movement.
Total Values: Net premium of $10,114,900
Expectations: The absence of put buying and strong call activity suggests institutional traders appear to be positioning for price stability amid recent selling pressure.

S&P Global Inc. (SPGI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: One large call trade totaling $9,994,600 with no offsetting put activity signals strong directional confidence.
Total Values: Net premium of $9,994,600
Expectations: A large, singular institutional call purchase suggests either hedging or looking for a potential stabilization.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $9,790,520, surpassing put buying at $4,034,450. Call buying activity was also present.
Total Values: Net premium of $6,740,932
Expectations: The market positioning suggests confidence in HOOD holding or moving higher, with aggressive put selling reinforcing bullish sentiment.

Vale S.A. (VALE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying of $9,599,776 alongside limited put buying activity.
Total Values: Net premium of $6,493,968
Expectations: Strong institutional demand for calls suggests upside expectations.

Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large put selling at $5,609,520 with no corresponding call activity signals confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $5,454,218
Expectations: Institutions are favoring the bullish side through put selling, indicating confidence in the stock holding support levels.

SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $5,216,128 with limited put buying or selling activity.
Total Values: Net premium of $4,833,084
Expectations: Institutional traders are taking a bullish stance, with call buying suggesting an expectation of price appreciation.

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $5,249,872, with notable put selling at $493,103, indicating institutional confidence in price strength. Minimal put buying activity reinforces the bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,993,230
Expectations: Institutions appear to be supporting the stock at these levels despite recent selling pressure.

The Trade Desk, Inc. (TTD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling at $12,155,651, significantly outweighing put buying, signaling strong confidence in price support. Call buying was relatively lower but still positive.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,654,338
Expectations: Institutional traders expect price stability as reflected in the aggressive put selling.

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Substantial call buying at $4,244,684, with put selling at $1,192,074 reinforcing confidence in price strength.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,509,530
Expectations: Put selling and call buying suggest traders are positioning for potential stabilization after recent downside.

American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable put selling at $4,285,531, far exceeding put buying, indicating confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,052,502
Expectations: Institutions are signaling bullish sentiment through heavy put selling, suggesting expectations of price support.

The Kroger Co. (KR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call buying at $2,926,387, with no significant put activity, showing a direct bet on upward movement.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,844,698
Expectations: Institutions are taking a strong bullish stance, with call purchases dominating the flow.

Bank of America Corporation (BAC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $4,888,734, exceeding put buying, suggesting expectations of price stability or upside.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,625,038
Expectations: Institutions appear confident in BAC holding its support levels, as reflected in the put selling activity.

Edgewise Therapeutics, Inc. (EWTX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying at $2,595,180, with no offsetting put trades, signaling directional confidence.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,595,180
Expectations: The absence of put activity suggests a strong bullish bet by institutions.

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Significant put selling at $4,702,800, greatly outweighing put buying, signaling confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,493,726
Expectations: The options flow suggests strong institutional confidence in FSLR holding or moving higher.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call buying at $15,242,677, with significant put selling reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,411,332
Expectations: Institutional traders are heavily positioning for upside, as shown by strong call purchases and put selling.

Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $2,891,803, with limited put buying, indicating institutional confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,360,229
Expectations: Options flow reflects a bullish outlook, with put selling reinforcing support.

Polaris Inc. (PII)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call buying at $1,615,000, with limited put activity, suggesting an outright bullish bet.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,296,250
Expectations: Institutional flows indicate confidence in upside potential for PII.

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (ASTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $3,118,396, with minimal put activity reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,253,783
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to be positioning for potential upside.

Amphenol Corporation (APH)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling at $2,285,240, significantly outweighing put buying, signaling confidence in price support.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,226,545
Expectations: The options flow suggests institutional stability.

monday.com Ltd. (MNDY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Significant call buying at $2,131,650, with no corresponding put activity, indicating directional confidence.
Total Values: Net premium of $2,131,650
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to be positioning for price stability amid recent selling pressure.

Archer Aviation Inc. (ACHR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable put selling at $2,340,194, reinforcing confidence in price support.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,821,189
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to be bullish, with put selling indicating confidence in stability.

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (VKTX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying at $1,624,700, with minimal put activity, signaling directional confidence.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,609,300
Expectations: Institutional traders are betting on upside movement.

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $2,869,830, with put selling reinforcing the bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,555,155
Expectations: Institutional sentiment remains positive, with call activity supporting bullish expectations.

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (SWKS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $1,533,000, signaling institutional confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,484,250
Expectations: Institutions expect the stock to hold or move higher.

Arista Networks Inc. (ANET)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $1,845,660, with minimal put activity, suggesting an expectation of upward movement.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,437,123
Expectations: While the stock has been under pressure, the options activity suggests traders are looking for a potential stabilization.

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $1,972,632, with significant put selling at $719,871, signaling institutional confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,356,685
Expectations: Institutional traders are positioning for stability as reflected in strong put selling and call activity.

The Boeing Company (BA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $1,936,835, significantly outweighing put buying, indicating confidence in price support.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,346,168
Expectations: Institutions appear bullish on BA, with put selling reinforcing stability expectations.

Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling at $1,593,000 with no notable call activity suggests confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,330,000
Expectations: Institutions are positioning for PEG to hold current levels, with put selling indicating support.

Affirm Holdings, Inc. (AFRM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $1,632,440, far exceeding put buying, signaling confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,310,788
Expectations: The options flow reflects a bullish stance, with put selling reinforcing support.

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $1,648,743, with minimal put buying activity reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,156,378
Expectations: Institutional traders appear confident in IBM’s price outlook, as shown by strong call buying.

Zscaler, Inc. (ZS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call buying at $2,058,710, with minimal put activity reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $935,157
Expectations: Institutional traders are betting on further price appreciation.

Pfizer Inc. (PFE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $4,608,254, with put selling at $626,738 reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $878,338
Expectations: Institutions anticipate strength in PFE, as reflected in call purchases.

Oracle Corporation (ORCL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $2,616,167, reinforcing confidence in price support.
Total Values: Net premium of $852,706
Expectations: Institutional traders are positioning for ORCL to hold or move higher.

Genius Sports Limited (GENI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying at $850,135, with no notable put activity reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $850,135
Expectations: Institutions are betting on an upward move.

FMC Corporation (FMC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable put selling at $825,000, signaling confidence in price stability.
Total Values: Net premium of $825,000
Expectations: Institutions are positioning for FMC to hold current levels.

NIO Inc. (NIO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $1,628,625, with put selling reinforcing a bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $744,170
Expectations: Institutional traders are positioning for upside.

The Campbell’s Company (CPB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $744,364, with put selling reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $735,357
Expectations: Institutions are positioning for price appreciation.

nVent Electric plc (NVT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $703,150, with no significant put activity reinforcing a bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $703,150
Expectations: Despite recent weakness, institutional flows indicate expectations of consolidation rather than continued sharp declines.

Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $679,000, with put selling reinforcing a bullish stance.
Total Values: Net premium of $701,500
Expectations: Institutions appear bullish on VEEV, as reflected in the options flow.

Direxion Daily Financial Bull 3X Shares (FAS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $6,500,500, with limited put activity, indicating a directional bet on financial sector strength.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,004,000
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to be positioning for price stability amid recent selling pressure.

iShares Silver Trust (SLV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $4,211,399, with moderate put selling at $426,412, signaling expectations of price support in silver.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,962,122
Expectations: Institutions are betting on an upward move in silver prices.

ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable put selling at $1,816,200, with no significant call or put buying, reinforcing expectations of price support in Bitcoin-related assets.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,816,200
Expectations: Institutions appear to be positioning for stabilization in Bitcoin, with put selling suggesting confidence in price support levels.

T-Rex 2X Long MSTR Daily Target ETF (MSTU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $1,019,976, with limited put buying, suggesting a bullish outlook on MicroStrategy exposure.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,122,648
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to be positioning for further strength in Bitcoin-related equities.

VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong put selling at $1,888,567, indicating expectations of support in gold miners.
Total Values: Net premium of $1,012,139
Expectations: Institutions appear to be betting on limited downside risk in gold mining stocks, as reflected in put selling activity.

Individual Options Trades: Trading Day 2025-3-7

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.

Rocket Companies (RKT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls were bought with a strike price of $18, expiring on June 20, 2025 (105 days to expiry). The spot price at the time of the trade was $15.82.
Total Values: $439,890
Strike Price: $18
Expectations: The call buying activity suggests an expectation that RKT could rise above $18 before expiration. The current spot price of $15.82 indicates traders are positioning for upside.

Velocity Financial (VEL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call purchases at the $20 strike, expiring November 21, 2025 (259 days to expiry). The spot price was around $20.50.
Total Values: $524,800
Strike Price: $20
Expectations: The heavy call buying at-the-money suggests a strong bullish outlook. Given the current spot price of $20.50, traders appear to anticipate further gains.

Appian Corporation (APPN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls with a $45 strike were bought, expiring January 16, 2026 (315 days to expiry). The spot price was $31.70.
Total Values: $375,000
Strike Price: $45
Expectations: The out-of-the-money call buying suggests traders anticipate a substantial price increase for APPN before expiration.

Polaris Inc. (PII)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls with a strike of $35 were purchased, expiring January 16, 2026 (315 days to expiry). The spot price was $47.88.
Total Values: $1,615,000
Strike Price: $35
Expectations: The in-the-money call buying suggests traders may be positioning for further upside or hedging against potential downside.

iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts with a $76 strike were sold, expiring August 15, 2025 (161 days to expiry). The spot price was $79.47.
Total Values: $600,000
Strike Price: $76
Expectations: The put selling indicates confidence that HYG will remain above $76 through expiration, reflecting a bullish stance.

Logitech International (LOGI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls were purchased at the $100 strike, expiring April 17, 2025 (41 days to expiry). The spot price was $97.37.
Total Values: $87,920
Strike Price: $100
Expectations: This near-the-money call buying suggests traders expect LOGI to move above $100 before expiration.

Wells Fargo & Co. (WFC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls with a $60 strike were purchased, expiring May 16, 2025 (70 days to expiry). The spot price was $71.33.
Total Values: $1,123,260
Strike Price: $60
Expectations: In-the-money call buying indicates positioning for additional gains in WFC.

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls were bought at the $30 strike, expiring March 28, 2025 (21 days to expiry). The spot price was $33.33.
Total Values: $543,252
Strike Price: $30
Expectations: The in-the-money call activity suggests traders expect continued upside momentum in the short term.

ARES Management Corp. (ARES)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls were purchased at the $175 strike, expiring June 20, 2025 (105 days to expiry). The spot price was $154.91.
Total Values: $485,000
Strike Price: $175
Expectations: The out-of-the-money call activity suggests traders are anticipating significant upside in ARES.

Rumble Inc. (RUM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call buys for the April 17, 2025, expiration at strike prices ranging from $8.52 to $12.
Total Values: $654,589
Strike Price: $8.52 – $12
Expectations: The accumulation of call options suggests traders are expecting RUM to move significantly higher in the next 41 days.

Additionally, there was put selling for the January 16, 2026, expiration at the $4 strike price.
Total Values: $49,950
Strike Price: $4
Expectations: The put selling reflects a bullish stance, with premium collected and confidence that RUM will stay above $4 over the next 315 days.

CRH plc (CRH)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the March 28, 2025, expiration at the $96 strike price, executed as a PHLX trade.
Total Values: $1,000,500
Strike Price: $96
Expectations: The trade suggests a short-term bullish outlook, with traders positioning for CRH to rise above $96 within the next 21 days.

Robinhood Markets (HOOD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the November 21, 2025, expiration at the $40 strike price, executed via ARCA trade.
Total Values: $2,457,600
Strike Price: $40
Expectations: The put selling reflects confidence that HOOD will remain above $40 in the next 259 days, with premium collected.

PDD Holdings (PDD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the December 19, 2025, expiration at the $200 strike price, executed via ARCA trade.
Total Values: $1,373,350
Strike Price: $200
Expectations: The trade signals bullish positioning, with expectations of PDD climbing above $200 within the next 287 days.

Additionally, short-term call buying was observed for the March 14, 2025, expiration at the $125 strike price.
Total Values: $1,498,750
Strike Price: $125
Expectations: The trade reflects a short-term bullish outlook, anticipating PDD to remain above $125 in the next 7 days.

Carvana Co. (CVNA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the May 16, 2025, expiration at the $190 strike price, executed as a multi-sweep.
Total Values: $1,060,790
Strike Price: $190
Expectations: Traders are betting on a bullish move in CVNA, expecting it to rise above $190 in the next 70 days.

ZK International Group (ZK)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the September 19, 2025, expiration at the $30 strike price, executed via ARCA trade.
Total Values: $208,500
Strike Price: $30
Expectations: The put selling indicates confidence that ZK will remain above $30 over the next 196 days, with premium collected.

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (PBR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the January 15, 2027, expiration at the $10 strike price, executed via ARCA trade.
Total Values: $326,700
Strike Price: $10
Expectations: The put selling reflects a long-term bullish stance, with traders confident that PBR will stay above $10 over the next 679 days.

Citigroup Inc. (C)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the January 15, 2027, expiration at the $62.50 strike price, executed via PHLX trade.
Total Values: $576,000
Strike Price: $62.50
Expectations: The put selling suggests traders believe C will remain above $62.50 in the next 679 days, with premium collected.

ProShares Ultra VIX Short-Term Futures ETF (UVXY)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Selling of calls for the March 7, 2025, expiration at the $21.50 strike price, executed via multiple transactions including multi-sweep and PHLX trade.
Total Values: $1,112,777
Strike Price: $21.50
Expectations: The call selling suggests traders anticipate UVXY staying below $21.50 as expiration approaches.

Kulicke and Soffa Industries (KLIC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the March 21, 2025, expiration at the $33 strike price, executed across multiple trades including multi-sweep and box-trade.
Total Values: $170,891
Strike Price: $33
Expectations: The put selling reflects confidence in KLIC remaining above $33 in the next 14 days, with premium collected.

ProShares UltraPro Russell2000 (URTY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the April 17, 2025, expiration at the $39 strike price, executed via multi-sweep.
Total Values: $99,990
Strike Price: $39
Expectations: The trade indicates bullish positioning, with expectations for URTY to rise above $39 within the next 41 days.

Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the June 17, 2027, expiration at the $140 strike price, executed as a box-trade.
Total Values: $8,140,000
Strike Price: $140
Expectations: The trade reflects strong long-term bullish sentiment, anticipating AMZN to trade above $140 over the next 832 days.

Campbell Soup Co. (CPB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the March 14, 2025, expiration at the $44 strike price, executed via CBOE-split and CBOE-trade.
Total Values: $635,676
Strike Price: $44
Expectations: The trade signals a short-term bullish outlook, with traders expecting CPB to stay above $44 in the next 7 days.

Viking Therapeutics (VKTX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the April 17, 2025, expiration at the $30 strike price, executed via GEMX trade.
Total Values: $1,499,700
Strike Price: $30
Expectations: The trade reflects a strong bullish outlook, anticipating VKTX to move above $30 in the next 41 days.

SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the December 17, 2027, expiration at the $45 strike price, executed via ARCA trade.
Total Values: $900,000
Strike Price: $45
Expectations: The put selling reflects a long-term bullish stance, with traders confident KRE will remain above $45 over the next 1015 days.

Itau Unibanco Holding S.A. (ITUB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the September 19, 2025, expiration at the $6 strike price, executed via multi-sweep.
Total Values: $85,261
Strike Price: $6
Expectations: The put selling reflects confidence in ITUB staying above $6 in the next 196 days, with premium collected.

Royal Gold Inc. (RGLD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the April 17, 2025, expiration at the $140 strike price, executed via PHLX split and PHLX trade.
Total Values: $277,200
Strike Price: $140
Expectations: The put selling suggests confidence that RGLD will remain above $140 over the next 41 days.

XP Inc. (XP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the August 15, 2025, expiration at the $16 strike price, executed via EDGX trade.
Total Values: $175,275
Strike Price: $16
Expectations: The put selling indicates traders expect XP to stay above $16 in the next 161 days, with premium collected.

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (FSM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the January 16, 2026, expiration at the $7.50 strike price, executed as a BOX trade following post-earnings.
Total Values: $245,000
Strike Price: $7.50
Expectations: The trade suggests a strong bullish outlook, expecting FSM to rise above $7.50 over the next 315 days.

iShares Silver Trust (SLV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the July 18, 2025, expiration at the $32 strike price, executed as a BOX trade.
Total Values: $476,012
Strike Price: $32
Expectations: Traders are positioning for SLV to rise above $32 in the next 133 days.

Pfizer Inc. (PFE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for the April 25, 2025, expiration at the $27 strike price, executed as an ARCA trade.
Total Values: $270,000
Strike Price: $27
Expectations: The trade reflects bullish sentiment, with expectations for PFE to trade above $27 within the next 49 days.

Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Selling of puts for the April 4, 2025, expiration at the $265 strike price, executed as a GEMX trade.
Total Values: $2,818,920
Strike Price: $265
Expectations: The put selling reflects confidence that COIN will stay above $265 over the next 28 days, with premium collected.

Genius Sports Limited (GENI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call buys for the April 17, 2025, expiration at the $12.50 and $10 strike prices, executed as multi-sweep, GEMX, and AMEX trades.
Total Values: $747,380
Strike Price: $10 – $12.50
Expectations: The call buying suggests traders anticipate GENI to move higher within the next 41 days.

Additionally, short-term call buying was seen for the March 21, 2025, expiration at the $10 strike price.
Total Values: $108,855
Strike Price: $10
Expectations: The trade suggests a near-term bullish outlook, with expectations for GENI to stay above $10 over the next 14 days.

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

Janux Therapeutics Inc (JANX)
Buyer: RA CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, L.P. (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 372,093 (+3.9%)
Price: USD 30.78
Total Value: USD 11,453,023

CVR Energy Inc (CVI)
Buyer: Carl C Icahn (Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 76,268 (+0.1%)
Price: USD 18.20
Total Value: USD 1,388,078

BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Trust (ECAT)
Buyer: BlackRock, Inc. (See Remarks)
Shares Purchased: 79,600 (+50.0%)
Price: USD 16.50
Total Value: USD 1,313,400

1-800-Flowers.Com Inc (FLWS)
Buyer: Fund 1 Investments, LLC (Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 73,500 (+1.0%)
Price: USD 6.50
Total Value: USD 477,868

MGM Resorts International (MGM)
Buyer: Jonathan S Halkyard (Chief Financial Officer)
Shares Purchased: 10,000 (+15.2%)
Price: USD 32.17
Total Value: USD 321,700

Sempra Energy (SRE)
Buyer: Mark Richard J (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 7,160 (+130.1%)
Price: USD 69.81
Total Value: USD 499,840

Donegal Group Inc (DGICA)
Buyer: Donegal Mutual Insurance Co (Large Shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 12,500 (+0.1%)
Price: USD 17.95
Total Value: USD 224,326

US Insider Sales

Kellogg Co (K)
Seller: Kellogg W K Foundation Trust (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 114,583 (-0.2%)
Price: USD 82.55
Total Value: USD 9,458,804

Match Group Inc (Pre-Merger) (MTCH)
Seller: Gary Swidler (President)
Shares Sold: 215,731 (-99.2%)
Price: USD 32.80
Total Value: USD 7,075,718

Enphase Energy Inc (ENPH)
Seller: Thurman J Rodgers (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 100,000 (-5.0%)
Price: USD 61.26
Total Value: USD 6,125,700

McKesson Corp (MCK)
Seller: Brian S Tyler (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Sold: 8,962 (-17.3%)
Price: USD 634.24
Total Value: USD 5,684,059

St. Joe Co (JOE)
Seller: Bruce R Berkowitz (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 95,700 (-0.6%)
Price: USD 47.11
Total Value: USD 4,508,427

IPG Photonics Corp (IPGP)
Seller: Valentin Gapontsev Trust I (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 69,403 (-1.0%)
Price: USD 62.56
Total Value: USD 4,341,852

Tempus AI Inc (TEM)
Seller: Eric P Lefkofsky (CEO and Chairman)
Shares Sold: 94,401 (-0.4%)
Price: USD 49.11
Total Value: USD 4,636,033

Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc (CPRX)
Seller: Gary Ingenito (Chief Medical Officer)
Shares Sold: 180,096 (-72.3%)
Price: USD 21.67
Total Value: USD 3,902,680

Beigene Ltd (6160)
Seller: John Oyler (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Sold: 13,918 (-25.8%)
Price: USD 246.91
Total Value: USD 3,436,548

Evertec Inc (EVTC)
Seller: Morgan M Schuessler (President & CEO)
Shares Sold: 80,000 (-22.1%)
Price: USD 37.45
Total Value: USD 2,996,376

Tempus AI Inc (TEM)
Seller: Eric P Lefkofsky (CEO and Chairman)
Shares Sold: 56,439 (-0.2%)
Price: USD 50.11
Total Value: USD 2,828,158

Tempus AI Inc (TEM)
Seller: Eric P Lefkofsky (CEO and Chairman)
Shares Sold: 47,301 (-0.2%)
Price: USD 50.99
Total Value: USD 2,411,878

St. Joe Co (JOE)
Seller: Bruce R Berkowitz (Large Shareholder)
Shares Sold: 51,900 (-0.3%)
Price: USD 47.06
Total Value: USD 2,442,414

Beigene Ltd (6160)
Seller: John Oyler (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Sold: 8,905 (-27.5%)
Price: USD 249.04
Total Value: USD 2,217,708

CDN Insider Purchases

EQB Inc (EQB)
Buyer: Stephen Smith (10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 31,800 (+0.5%)
Price: CAD 98.16
Total Value: CAD 3,121,628

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 85,900 (+9.2%)
Price: CAD 7.25
Total Value: CAD 622,775

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 69,500 (+9.8%)
Price: CAD 7.10
Total Value: CAD 493,450

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 48,900 (+6.0%)
Price: CAD 7.00
Total Value: CAD 342,300

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 55,700 (+5.1%)
Price: CAD 7.20
Total Value: CAD 401,040

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 32,900 (+3.2%)
Price: CAD 7.23
Total Value: CAD 237,867

Ag Growth International Inc.
Buyer: Janet Giesselman (Director)
Shares Purchased: 6,000
Price: CAD 36.35
Total Value: CAD 218,076

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 27,200 (+3.1%)
Price: CAD 7.30
Total Value: CAD 198,560

Obsidian Energy Ltd (OBE)
Buyer: Edward Hume Kernaghan (Director)
Shares Purchased: 16,700 (+1.5%)
Price: CAD 7.18
Total Value: CAD 119,906

Abitibi Metals Corp (AMQ)
Buyer: Keith James Deluce (10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 500,000 (+5.3%)
Price: CAD 0.25
Total Value: CAD 124,350

Parex Resources Inc (PXT)
Buyer: Sigmund Cornelius (Director)
Shares Purchased: 5,000 (+11.7%)
Price: USD 8.82
Total Value: USD 44,100

Fortis Inc (FTS)
Buyer: Stuart Lochray (Senior Officer)
Shares Purchased: 4,000 (+24.0%)
Price: CAD 62.91
Total Value: CAD 251,640

Western Energy Services Corp (WRG)
Buyer: Sime Armoyan (10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 75,700 (+1.1%)
Price: CAD 2.10
Total Value: CAD 158,970

Tourmaline Oil Corp (TOU)
Buyer: Mike Rose (Senior Officer)
Shares Purchased: 2,500 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 63.30
Total Value: CAD 158,253

CDN Insider Sales

George Weston Ltd (WN)
Seller: Willard Galen Garfield Weston (10% Security Holder)
Shares Sold: 57,463 (-66.8%)
Price: CAD 231.03
Total Value: CAD 13,275,441

Lundin Gold Inc (LUG)
Seller: Chester See (Senior Officer)
Shares Sold: 20,200
Price: CAD 40.97
Total Value: CAD 827,580

Lundin Gold Inc (LUG)
Seller: Sheila Margaret Colman (Senior Officer)
Shares Sold: 14,500 (-28.1%)
Price: CAD 40.40
Total Value: CAD 585,825

George Weston Ltd (WN)
Seller: Rashid Wasti (Senior Officer)
Shares Sold: 2,000 (-36.4%)
Price: CAD 236.96
Total Value: CAD 473,925

Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd (OR)
Seller: André Le Bel (Senior Officer)
Shares Sold: 10,000 (-7.2%)
Price: CAD 27.33
Total Value: CAD 273,250

Restaurant Brands International Inc (QSR)
Seller: Jonathan Domanko (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 2,817 (-61.6%)
Price: CAD 98.90
Total Value: CAD 278,601

Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd (OR)
Seller: Michael David Saynor Spencer (Director)
Shares Sold: 5,966 (-4.8%)
Price: CAD 27.20
Total Value: CAD 162,275

Institutional Spotlight: Bitdeer Technologies Group (BTDR)

Institutional interest in Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) has surged, with the number of institutional owners increasing to 165, reflecting a 45.61% change in the most recent quarter. Of these, 148 are long-only investors, 8 are short-only, and 9 hold both long and short positions. Institutional ownership now accounts for 23.42% of total outstanding shares, with 33,750,997 shares held long, marking a 91.36% increase from the prior quarter—a net addition of 16.11 million shares.

The company’s institutional value of long positions currently stands at $622.76 million, underscoring growing confidence among major investors. Among the most significant holders are Yong Rong (HK) Asset Management Ltd, Susquehanna International Group, Trivest Advisors Ltd, Citigroup Inc, Citadel Advisors LLC, Van Eck Associates Corp, UBS Group AG, Renaissance Technologies LLC, Vident Advisory LLC, and Nomura Holdings Inc. These firms have disclosed their positions through SEC filings, with some filing Schedule 13D forms, signaling an intent to influence corporate strategy, while others have filed Schedule 13G forms, indicating passive investment stakes.

Notably, several new institutional investors have entered sizable positions in Bitdeer Technologies. Yong Rong HK Asset Management Ltd has made the most substantial acquisition, purchasing 3,000,000 shares—a 28.78% portfolio weight allocation—as a 100% new position. Other significant new investments include Trivest Advisors Ltd (2,237,248 shares, 2.21% PW), Fenghe Fund Management Pte Ltd (478,900 shares, 3.06% PW), and Alta Park Capital LP (449,769 shares, 1.28% PW). Additionally, Soros Capital Management LLC, led by Robert Soros, has acquired 316,700 shares, while Steve Cohen’s Point72 Asset Management LP has taken a smaller but noteworthy position of 58,768 shares.

The influx of new institutional buyers highlights increasing investor confidence in Bitdeer Technologies. With a rising institutional ownership percentage and multiple hedge funds initiating new positions, the stock has garnered significant attention. The presence of high-profile investors and hedge funds could indicate expectations for growth potential or strategic shifts within the company. Investors should monitor further institutional activity and any potential changes in the company’s direction that may arise from these recent ownership developments.

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.

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US Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – US – Institutional – 2025-03-08

MRT, TGTX, IBM, PAYC, KR, VEEV, ROOT, EBAY, PPC, MCD, DE, WBD, ZS, CEE, CHKP, WEC, CNP, ECX, PAYX, MP, DGX, PRCH, FMS, APD, JAZZ, VRSK, ALL, AAPL, ABT, ARQT, BMY, T, HALO, MO, BK, DRI, GILD, RSG, PRVA, AM, HMN, MD, DTE, USM, CSCO, YUMC, MDGL, EPR, HCI, MWA, WGS, SR, CME, KAI, BABA, DVAX, MITT, AON, TW, VTR, CDTX, UGL, MRCY, RTX

Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – CDN – Institutional – 2025-03-08

MDA.TO, LUG.TO, ASM.TO, SII.TO, ALA.TO, CAE.TO, OLA.TO, FTS.TO, EQX.TO, NGD.TO, TOI.V, ARG.TO, TXG.TO, WDO.TO, CXB.TO, GFL.TO, KNT.TO, EMA.TO, DOL.TO, L.TO, MND.TO, NDM.TO, WPM.TO, FFH.TO, FNV.TO, CSU.TO, ACO/X.TO, IFC.TO, K.TO, PAAS.TO, TFPM.TO, ITR.V, DPM.TO, DR.TO, EXE.TO, X.TO, WN.TO

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