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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.
SPDR S&P China ETF (FXI)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Institutional traders bought a large block of January 2025 puts with a strike price of $28.85.
Total Values: 82,843 contracts, $2.4M in premiums.
Strike Price: $28.85 (Spot price: $29.725; Strike/Spot: -2.94%).
Expectations: Indicates bearish sentiment, suggesting traders anticipate potential downside for the ETF by January 2025.
Petrobras (PBR)
Sentiment: Neutral
Options Activity: High volume selling of January 2025 $15 calls with a strike/spot price difference near parity.
Total Values: Multi-sweep trade for $357,854 and a box trade for $351,842.
Strike Price: $15.00
Expectations: Limited upside as traders collect premiums near current spot levels.
Honest Company (HNST)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Significant selling of February 2025 $5 calls.
Total Values: Premium of $242,250, striking at -37.85% spot-strike differential.
Strike Price: $5.00
Expectations: Traders anticipate subdued price movement.
JOBY Aviation (JOBY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Buying January 2025 $7.50 calls with premiums signaling a high upside.
Total Values: $159,035 in premium spent.
Strike Price: $7.50
Expectations: Optimism for potential price breakout above $7.50.
Gold (GOLD)
Sentiment: Neutral
Options Activity: Selling of January 2026 $15 calls and simultaneous buying near spot levels.
Total Values: Premium collected around $900,000.
Strike Price: $15.00
Expectations: Traders focus on consolidating positions within a tight range.
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: May 2025 call purchases at $360 strike price with premiums exceeding $1.8M.
Total Values: 670 contracts, $1.8M in premiums.
Strike Price: $360 (Spot price: $352.655; Strike/Spot: 2.08%).
Expectations: Institutional confidence in upside momentum for Tesla over the medium term, with potential breakout scenarios.
Moderna, Inc. (MRNA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying, with 31 contracts totaling $985K in premium. A notable reduction in puts, with only 7 contracts bought compared to 12 sold.
Total Values: Net premium of $17.8M, strongly skewed toward bullish sentiment.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions suggest upside momentum, possibly linked to sector-specific news or performance catalysts.
Expectations: Institutional traders appear to anticipate upward movement in Moderna’s price, likely driven by favorable market conditions or upcoming developments.
MicroStrategy Incorporated (MSTR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions actively bought 37 call contracts worth $18.45M in premiums, outpacing put activity, which totaled $11.17M.
Total Values: Net premium of $12.78M, showing a clear bullish bias.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions reflect confidence in MicroStrategy’s underlying fundamentals, likely linked to its Bitcoin exposure.
Expectations: The strong net premium suggests expectations of price appreciation, possibly driven by cryptocurrency market trends.
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI)
Sentiment: Mixed to Bullish
Options Activity: 178 call contracts were bought, generating $30.57M in premiums, while call selling totaled $20.52M. Put activity was more subdued, with $7.41M bought and $6.06M sold.
Total Values: Net premium of $8.69M reflects bullish sentiment, albeit with hedging activity evident.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions suggest institutions are bullish but hedging against potential downside.
Expectations: The data reflects confidence in Super Micro’s growth trajectory, likely tied to sector-specific drivers, while accounting for near-term volatility.
The Boeing Company (BA)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Limited call buying, with 34 contracts worth $2.51M in premiums. In contrast, puts displayed a higher premium, indicating bearish sentiment.
Total Values: Net premium of $8.62M, suggesting caution from institutional traders.
Strike Price Considerations: Activity may reflect concerns over macroeconomic conditions or company-specific risks.
Expectations: The bearish net premium indicates expectations of downside or hedging against broader market volatility impacting Boeing’s performance.
Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying activity with $10M in premiums, significantly outpacing put activity.
Total Values: Net premium of $7.25M, reflecting optimistic sentiment.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions suggest expectations of upward momentum, potentially driven by e-commerce growth or favorable earnings outlook.
Expectations: Institutions are positioning for a bullish move in Amazon’s stock, with potential catalysts driving near-term upside.
Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: 46 calls were bought, with $5.23M in premiums, compared to 32 calls sold for $1.30M. Put premiums were modest, totaling $1.10M bought and $2.63M sold.
Total Values: Net premium of $5.46M reflects cautious optimism.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions suggest a balanced outlook, with slight bullish leanings.
Expectations: Institutions appear to anticipate a stable to mildly positive outlook for Alphabet, likely driven by fundamental strength.
Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: High call buying activity with $6.99M in premiums, countered by notable call selling and put buying activity.
Total Values: Net premium of $4.89M indicates cautious bullish sentiment.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions reflect hedging strategies alongside long-term bullish positioning.
Expectations: Institutions are optimistic but hedging against potential short-term volatility.
Target Corporation (TGT)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Puts bought totaled $1.09M, outpacing call buying activity.
Total Values: Net premium of $4.30M reflects bearish sentiment.
Strike Price Considerations: Positions likely reflect concerns over near-term downside.
Expectations: Traders anticipate potential downside for Target, possibly tied to sector or macroeconomic pressures.
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutional traders displayed significant interest in Robinhood’s options, with heavy call buying activity. 63 call contracts were purchased for $6,531,467 in premiums, compared to 36 call contracts sold for $3,129,351. Additionally, put activity was minimal, with only $239,499 in puts bought and $253,054 in puts sold.
Total Values: Net premium of $3,415,671, driven primarily by aggressive call buying.
Expectations: This activity signals bullish sentiment, suggesting institutional confidence in Robinhood’s stock potential, likely anticipating upside momentum in the near term.
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: January 2026 calls purchased at $130 and February 2025 calls at $140 strike prices.
Total Values: 188,676 contracts, approximately $17.1M in premiums.
Strike Price: $130 and $140 (Spot price: $141.335; Strike/Spot: -8.02%).
Expectations: Indicates bullish momentum for NVIDIA, with traders positioning for significant upside.
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
CLARIVATE PLC (CLVT)
Buyer: Angelakis Michael J (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 765,000 (+28.3%)
Price: USD 5.19
Total Value: USD 3,970,350
Oscar Health Inc (OSCR)
Buyer: Kushner Joshua (Co-Founder and Vice Chairman)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+1.6%)
Price: USD 16.86
Total Value: USD 1,685,980
Biodesix, Inc. (BDSX)
Buyer: Schuler Jack W (Non-Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 1.23
Total Value: USD 122,840
Fundrise Real Estate Interval Fund, LLC (NONE)
Buyer: Booth Richard Whitaker (See Explanation of Responses)
Shares Purchased: 40 (+1.0%)
Price: USD 11.47
Total Value: USD 454
Vaso Corp (VASO)
Buyer: Ma Jun (Chief Exec Officer & President)
Shares Purchased: 200,000 (+1.9%)
Price: USD 0.13
Total Value: USD 26,000
US Insider Sales
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,203,304 (-15.2%)
Price: USD 63.12
Total Value: USD 75,948,337
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 304,336 (-4.5%)
Price: USD 63.98
Total Value: USD 19,472,239
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 112,755 (-1.4%)
Price: USD 62.13
Total Value: USD 7,005,107
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 482,241 (-7.0%)
Price: USD 63.09
Total Value: USD 30,425,549
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,059 (-0.0%)
Price: USD 63.07
Total Value: USD 66,796
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 80,728 (-1.2%)
Price: USD 62.76
Total Value: USD 5,066,683
Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)
Seller: Karp Alexander C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 56,343 (-0.9%)
Price: USD 61.29
Total Value: USD 3,453,234
Evercore Inc (EVR)
Seller: Hyman Edward S (Vice Chair EVR & Chairman EISI)
Shares Sold: 20,814 (-1.2%)
Price: USD 310.52
Total Value: USD 6,463,163
RingCentral Inc (RNG)
Seller: Shmunis Vladimir (CEO and Chairman)
Shares Sold: 66,451 (-12.2%)
Price: USD 34.96
Total Value: USD 2,323,260
Hess Corp (HES)
Seller: Hess John B (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Sold: 84,906 (-91.4%)
Price: USD 147.74
Total Value: USD 12,544,012
CDN Insider Purchases
True North Commercial Real Estate Investment Trust (TNC.REI.UN)
Buyer: Drimmer, Daniel (10% Security Holder of Issuer, Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 1,200 (+0.3%)
Price: CAD 11.12
Total Value: CAD 13,344
Tree Island Steel Ltd (TSL)
Buyer: Davies, Nancy Adriana (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 5,000 (+7.0%)
Price: CAD 2.92
Total Value: CAD 14,580
Sol Strategies Inc. (formerly Cypherpunk Holdings Inc.)
Buyer: Guoga, Antanas (Tony) (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 1.21
Total Value: CAD 121,250
Mineral Road Discovery Inc.
Buyer: Fairhurst, Emma (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 4,875,000 (+11.1%)
Price: CAD 0.08
Total Value: CAD 390,000
Lundin Gold Inc. (LUG)
Buyer: Newmont Corporation (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 166,336 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 32.03
Total Value: CAD 5,327,742
CDN Insider Sales
Cineplex Inc (CGX)
Seller: McGrath, Daniel F. (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 12,452 (-13.6%)
Price: CAD 10.02
Total Value: CAD 124,769
Cineplex Inc (CGX)
Seller: Jacob, Ellis (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 33,458 (-23.7%)
Price: CAD 10.02
Total Value: CAD 335,249
Cameco Corp (CCO)
Seller: Quinn, Sean Anthony (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 13,400 (-16.2%)
Price: CAD 83.63
Total Value: CAD 1,120,642
iA Financial Corporation Inc (IAG)
Seller: Ricard, Denis (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 10,000 (-17.2%)
Price: CAD 135.00
Total Value: CAD 1,350,000
TC Energy Corp (TRP)
Seller: Keys, Patrick M. (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 30,000 (-58.7%)
Price: CAD 70.04
Total Value: CAD 2,101,194
CGI Inc (GIB.A)
Seller: Hurlebaus, Timothy (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 8,175
Price: USD 110.88
Total Value: USD 906,444
Institutional Spotlight: Weekly Update on Key Stakeholder Activity
CMPR (Cimpress PLC): Spruce House Investment Management LLC, led by Zachary Sternberg, recently acquired 2,076,777 shares, bringing their total ownership to 8.30% as of November 22, 2024. This marks a notable position in the company, reflecting increased institutional interest.
ACLX (Arcellx Inc.): RA Capital Management LLC, under the leadership of Peter Kolchinsky, disclosed ownership of 2,787,327 shares, equating to 5.20% of the company as of the same date. The firm’s involvement underscores confidence in the biotech space.
ACRS (Aclaris Therapeutics Inc.): Rock Springs Capital Management LP, managed by Kris Jenner, boosted their holdings to 6,761,861 shares, representing 6.32% ownership. This transaction on November 22, 2024, signals sustained interest in Aclaris’ innovation pipeline.
Horizon Space Acquisition II Corporation: Boothbay Fund Management LLC, headed by Ari Glass, revealed ownership of 574,990 shares (7.30%). This acquisition demonstrates confidence in the company’s SPAC strategy.
MAV (Pioneer Municipal High Income Advantage Fund): Saba Capital Management LP, under Boaz Weinstein, took a significant stake of 3,445,658 shares (14.41%), indicating a strong vote of confidence in MAV’s municipal bond investments.
ITOS (iTeos Therapeutics): Biotechnology Value Fund LP, led by Mark Lampert, increased its holdings to 2,325,000 shares (6.40%). The transaction highlights ongoing institutional faith in iTeos’ therapeutic prospects.
ORKA (Orca Bio): A standout development came from Fairmount Funds Management LLC, overseen by Peter Harwin, which took a commanding position of 7,941,690 shares, or 19.99% ownership, signaling extraordinary institutional backing.
GF (New Germany Fund): Saba Capital Management LP added 1,245,816 shares, increasing its stake to 7.64%. The move reflects continued interest in this closed-end fund’s performance potential.
AMPS (Altus Power Inc.): Encompass Capital Advisors LLC, led by Todd Kantor, acquired 8,033,578 shares, equating to 5.02% ownership as of November 20, 2024. This acquisition signals optimism in Altus Power’s clean energy initiatives.
OPTN (Optinose): Stonepine Capital Management LLC, managed by Jon Plexico, disclosed ownership of 8,174,631 shares (5.40%). This transaction suggests sustained confidence in the company’s market trajectory.
ENTX (Entera Bio): Knoll Capital Management LP, under Fred Knoll, secured 5,881,879 shares, achieving 15.00% ownership. This acquisition on November 20, 2024, highlights growing institutional sponsorship.
LAZY (Lazydays Holdings Inc.): Coliseum Capital Management LLC, led by Chris Shackelton, holds a commanding 86,687,158 shares, representing a staggering 77.60% ownership. This outsized position demonstrates an extraordinary level of control and confidence in the company’s strategy.
LIQT (LiqTech International): Bleichroeder LP, under Michael Kellen, increased their holdings to 3,182,239 shares (33.70%), showcasing significant institutional confidence in the company’s prospects.
BNTC (Benitec Biopharma): Suvretta Capital Management LLC, led by Aaron Cowen, disclosed a commanding stake of 14,329,937 shares, or 49.90% ownership, reinforcing the firm’s bullish outlook on Benitec’s strategic developments.
This week’s institutional activity highlights growing confidence across biotech, clean energy, and SPAC sectors. Notable positions, such as Coliseum Capital’s outsized stake in Lazydays Holdings and Fairmount Funds’ near-20% ownership in Orca Bio, underscore robust institutional sponsorship in diverse market segments.
Institutional Momentum Watchlists
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 – 2024-11-23
AAPL, ACLX, ADSK, AESI, AEYE, AFRM, AGX, AJG, ALL, AMP, AMSC, ANET, AON, APD, APH, APLD, APLT, APO, APP, ARES, ASPI, ATMU, AXON, AXP, BAC, BDC, BECN, BHRB, BK, BKU, BLFS, BLK, BN, BNTC, BOKF, BOX, BRKL, BTDR, BTO, BV, BX, CAAP, CAVA, CBSH, CBU, CDMO, CFFN, CFG, CFR, CIEN, CIFR, CKPT, CLM, CMA, CMI, CMPO, CNK, COMP, COOP, CORZ, CPT, CRBG, CRH, CRS, CRVL, CSWI, CTAS, CVBF, CVNA, CW, CWAN, DE, DECK, DLR, DOCS, DOCU, DORM, DTM, DUOL, EBC, EHC, ENVA, EQH, EQR, ETN, EWTX, EZPW, FCF, FCNCA, FFIN, FFIV, FI, FIBK, FIX, FLUT, FNGS, FOUR, FRME, FRPT, FUNC, GKOS, GLW, GM, GPI, GRND, GSHD, GTES, GWRE, HCP, HD, HIMS, HLMN, HLT, HMN, HNRG, HOMB, HPE, HPQ, HTLF, HWM, IBM, IESC, INDB, IOT, IP, IPI, ITRI, ITT, JHG, JPM, KAI, KD, KKR, KTOS, KVYO, KW, LAZ, LBTYA, LENZ, LITE, LLYVA, LMB, LNT, LOPE, LYV, MAA, MAMA, MCB, MCO, MD, MDGL, MGNI, MIR, MKL, MNDY, MOD, MP, MRCY, MSI, MTSI, MTUM, MTZ, MWA, NATL, NCLH, NCNO, NDAQ, NFLX, NN, NOW, NRIM, NWBI, OFIX, OMF, ONON, OOMA, ORI, ORRF, OSW, OUT, OWL, PCT, PFS, PGR, PGRU, PHX, PLNT, PLTR, PLXS, PNC, POWL, PRAX, PTCT, PTGX, PYPL, QNST, QTWO, RBC, RCL, RDVT, RDW, REAL, REPL, REVG, RGA, ROAD, RYAN, RYTM, SAP, SCHW, SCI, SEZL, SFM, SFNC, SGHC, SHW, SKY, SLNO, SLVM, SMR, SNDR, SNT, SPOT, SPXC, SR, SSNC, SSO, STEP, SWI, SWX, TBBK, TGLS, TGNA, TGTX, TJX, TOST, TSLA, TT, TTD, TTWO, TW, TYL, UAL, UGL, USFD, USM, UTHR, VERX, VRNA, VRSK, VSCO, VTV, VTWO, VUG, WAB, WCC, WELL, WGS, WLFC, WM, WMT, WSO, WULF, XLF, YEXT, YPF, Z, ZBRA, ZM, ZWS
Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist
EXPORT – CDN – Institutional – 2024-11-23
AAUC.TO, ABX.TO, AC.TO, ACQ.TO, AD/UN.TO, AFN.TO, AGI.TO, AIF.TO, ALA.TO, ARE.TO, ARG.TO, ARIS.TO, ARTG.V, ATH.TO, ATRL.TO, BBD/B.TO, BMO.TO, BN.TO, BNS.TO, BTO.TO, CAS.TO, CCA.TO, CEF.TO, CEU.TO, CGY.TO, CIGI.TO, CIX.TO, CJ.TO, CM.TO, CNQ.TO, CNR.TO, CP.TO, CPX.TO, CRON.TO, CU.TO, CWB.TO, CXB.TO, DFY.TO, DNG.TO, DOO.TO, DPM.TO, DSG.TO, DXT.TO, EDV.TO, EFX.TO, EMA.TO, EQB.TO, EXE.TO, FC.TO, FFH.TO, FM.TO, FN.TO, FNV.TO, FRU.TO, FSV.TO, FSZ.TO, FTS.TO, GAU.TO, GEI.TO, GFL.TO, H.TO, HBM.TO, III.TO, IMG.TO, IMO.TO, JWEL.TO, K.TO, LAC.TO, LB.TO, LSPD.TO, LUC.TO, LUG.TO, LUN.TO, MDA.TO, MG.TO, MND.TO, MTY.TO, MX.TO, NA.TO, NEO.TO, NOA.TO, NXE.TO, ONEX.TO, OR.TO, PD.TO, PHX.TO, PIF.TO, POU.TO, POW.TO, PRL.TO, PZA.TO, RCH.TO, RUS.TO, SCR.TO, SII.TO, SRU/UN.TO, SSL.TO, SU.TO, TD.TO, TF.TO, TFII.TO, TIH.TO, TOY.TO, TPZ.TO, TVE.TO, VHI.TO, WDO.TO, WJX.TO, WPK.TO, WPM.TO, WSP.TO, WTE.TO
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