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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 2025-8-18

The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-8-18. 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.

Chevron Corporation (CVX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Chevron dominated the flow with substantial call buying, complemented by limited call selling and modest put activity. Institutions paid heavily into call premium while put premiums remained small in comparison.
Total Premium: $88,466,880
Analysis: The strong net inflow into calls against relatively minor put positioning highlights a clear bullish stance. Institutions appear confident in further upside for Chevron, with premium heavily skewed to calls.

Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Activity was concentrated entirely in puts sold, where institutions collected significant premium, showing confidence that the stock will remain above those levels.
Total Premium: $31,352,000 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: The notable put selling demonstrates bullish conviction. Institutions appear comfortable underwriting downside protection, signaling confidence in Charter’s stability.

Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium outpaced put activity, with moderate call selling but significantly stronger call buying. Puts were present but small relative to bullish flows.
Total Premium: $15,261,589
Analysis: The flow leaned decisively bullish with call buying offsetting minor bearish pressure. Institutions show optimism in Alphabet maintaining or extending its upward trajectory.

Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large premiums flowed through both put buying and put selling, with sellers collecting substantial premium overall.
Total Premium: $12,370,166 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: The put selling activity outweighed bearish hedges, leaving a bullish net premium. Institutions appear willing to collect premium and signal confidence in support holding.

PDD Holdings Inc. (PDD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premiums dominated the session, with limited call selling and small put exposure. Institutions directed most capital into call positions.
Total Premium: $8,704,827
Analysis: The net bullish flow suggests investors anticipate further upside potential. Institutions favored call buying with little offsetting bearish exposure.

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying outpaced call selling and puts, leaving a strong net positive premium.
Total Premium: $7,773,956
Analysis: Institutions showed optimism in First Solar with significant bullish positioning, highlighting expectations for continued strength in the stock.

Carvana Co. (CVNA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying far exceeded modest put positioning, supported by limited call selling.
Total Premium: $6,725,620
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish, suggesting confidence in Carvana’s potential to sustain its upward momentum.

Accenture plc (ACN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large premiums were generated from puts sold, with call and put buying far smaller in comparison.
Total Premium: $6,237,388 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: Heavy put selling reveals confidence that downside is limited. Institutions collected premium, showing comfort underwriting downside risk.

Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call premium inflows with limited call selling, no meaningful put activity.
Total Premium: $5,219,071
Analysis: Institutions positioned aggressively with call buying, reflecting bullish expectations in Bloom Energy.

AbbVie Inc. (ABBV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Premium skewed toward puts sold and modest call buying, leaving a positive net flow.
Total Premium: $4,624,940 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: The put selling flow confirms bullish conviction, with institutions collecting premium and signaling confidence in AbbVie’s stability.

Oracle Corporation (ORCL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call activity outweighed puts, with strong inflows into call premium relative to bearish exposure.
Total Premium: $3,899,195
Analysis: The net premium skew remains bullish as institutions favored calls over puts, suggesting upside potential remains supported.

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Despite sizable put activity, call premiums were larger, creating a bullish net flow.
Total Premium: $3,848,057
Analysis: Tesla saw mixed flows but ultimately favored calls, with institutions leaning bullish in positioning.

Intel Corporation (INTC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call activity outweighed puts, leaving a positive net premium.
Total Premium: $3,799,957
Analysis: Institutions showed optimism in Intel, with call inflows dominating the session.

Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premiums exceeded limited puts, driving a positive net premium.
Total Premium: $3,688,161
Analysis: Institutions displayed bullish sentiment on Coinbase, with flow suggesting upside expectations.

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Put selling dominated, generating large collected premiums with little offset from bearish exposure.
Total Premium: $3,646,101 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: Institutions demonstrated confidence in IBM’s stability, selling puts to collect premium and reinforce bullish sentiment.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Despite some call selling, bullish flow prevailed with net positive premium.
Total Premium: $3,588,399
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish, suggesting AMD continues to attract upside positioning.

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Flows included call and put activity but netted bullish.
Total Premium: $3,510,247
Analysis: Institutions displayed bullish leanings, with a net premium supporting further optimism in SMCI.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Premiums from calls outweighed puts, leaving a positive net premium.
Total Premium: $2,796,690
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish on Cisco, favoring call activity over limited puts.

Target Corporation (TGT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Positive net premium came from call inflows and moderate put selling.
Total Premium: $2,415,809 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish on Target, supported by put selling that shows confidence in downside resilience.

Riot Platforms, Inc. (RIOT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying against modest put exposure.
Total Premium: $2,225,768
Analysis: Institutions positioned bullishly on Riot, reflecting optimism toward the crypto-mining sector.

Nebius Group N.V. (NBIS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Premiums were concentrated in calls and puts sold, generating a positive inflow.
Total Premium: $1,998,950 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: The put selling activity highlights institutional confidence, as they collected premium and signaled stability in Nebius.

Affirm Holdings, Inc. (AFRM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Net premium positive, with inflows from calls and puts sold.
Total Premium: $1,882,325 (Premium Collected)
Analysis: Institutions leaned bullish through premium collection, highlighting confidence in Affirm maintaining support levels.

Tickers:

CVX, CHTR, GOOGL, LLY, PDD, FSLR, CVNA, ACN, BE, ABBV, ORCL, TSLA, INTC, COIN, IBM, AMD, SMCI, CSCO, TGT, RIOT, NBIS, AFRM

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 2025-8-18

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.

AbbVie Inc. (ABBV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for October 17, 2025 (60 days to expiry) at strikes $210–$230. Puts sold (premium collected) for November 21, 2025 (95 days to expiry) at strikes $190. Sweep activity noted where applicable. Flagged “Size > Prior OI” — trade size larger than existing open interest, indicating new positions likely opened.
Total Values: $4,624,940 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $190–$230
Analysis: Put selling reflects confidence that price will hold above the $190 strike (spot ~$207.10; 8.26% below spot); premium is collected up front. Concurrent call buying near and above spot adds to a constructive tone.

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (ASTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for September 5, 2025 (18 days to expiry) at strikes $52. Sweep activity noted. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Puts sold (premium collected) for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $35. Sweep activity noted.
Total Values: $244,219 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $35–$52
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with a representative strike at $52 versus spot around $47.49 (9.49% above spot). Deep-out-of-the-money put selling at $35 further suggests confidence that spot can remain well above that level; premium is collected.

Bitdeer Technologies Group (BTDR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold (premium collected) for August 29, 2025 (11 days to expiry) at strikes $12.5; Post-Earnings. Sweep activity noted. Calls bought for September 5, 2025 (18 days to expiry) at strikes $14; Post-Earnings. Sweep activity noted. Calls bought for December 19, 2025 (123 days to expiry) at strikes $20; Post-Earnings.
Total Values: $260,835 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $12.5–$20
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with a representative strike at $20 versus spot around $13.85 (44.40% above spot). Aggressive put selling near $12.50 indicates confidence that price holds above that strike; premium is collected.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $412.5. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $420–$450. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $1,693,873 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $412.5–$450
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with a representative strike at $420 versus spot around $410.78 (2.25% above spot), suggesting interest in continued upside as long as spot holds trend.

CHYM (CHYM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 15, 2027 (515 days to expiry) at strikes $37.5. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $428,640 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $37.5
Analysis: Long-dated call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with a representative strike at $37.5 versus spot around $30.03 (24.90% above spot), indicating interest in longer-term upside participation.

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for October 17, 2025 (60 days to expiry) at strikes $25. Sweep activity noted. Calls bought for November 21, 2025 (95 days to expiry) at strikes $29. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $27. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $675,330 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $25–$29
Analysis: Activity includes in-the-money and at-the-money call buying (e.g., $25 calls with spot ~$26.33–$26.40), which appears to seek continued participation if price trends higher.

Delek US Holdings, Inc. (DK)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $25. Sweep activity noted. Flagged “Size > Prior OI” — indicating likely new positions.
Total Values: $322,771 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $25
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with representative strikes at $25 versus spot around $22.42–$22.94 (9.00%–11.51% above spot), suggesting interest in upside continuation.

FLG (FLG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 16, 2026 (151 days to expiry) at strikes $11. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $334,000 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $11
Analysis: Call buying appears to favor in-the-money exposure with strikes near $11 versus spot around $11.96 (7.99% below spot), positioning for continued strength.

GTM (GTM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold (premium collected) for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $10. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $59,474 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $10
Analysis: Put selling reflects confidence that price will hold above the $10 strike (spot ~$10.35–$10.41; ~3%–4% below spot); premium is collected up front.

HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (HIVE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $2.5. Sweep activity noted. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Calls bought for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $2.5.
Total Values: $483,635 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $2.5
Analysis: Call buying appears to target near-the-money to slightly out-of-the-money exposure with representative strikes at $2.5 versus spot around $2.34–$2.36 (~6%–7% above spot), reflecting interest in near-term upside.

Magnite, Inc. (MGNI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $24 and $19. Calls bought for December 19, 2025 (123 days to expiry) at strikes $20. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $713,250 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $19–$24
Analysis: Representative activity includes in-the-money call buying at $20 versus spot around $24.19 (17.30% below spot), consistent with positioning to participate if spot continues to firm.

Maximus, Inc. (MMS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for October 17, 2025 (60 days to expiry) at strikes $90. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $127,500 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $90
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with strikes at $90 versus spot around $85.08 (5.79% above spot), suggesting interest in a potential continuation higher.

NMAX (NMAX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $14. Sweep activity noted. Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $15. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Calls bought for October 17, 2025 (60 days to expiry) at strikes $12.5.
Total Values: $87,974 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $12.5–$15
Analysis: Mixed near-the-money and in-the-money call buying, including $12.5 versus spot around $13.32 (6.19% below spot), appears to position for continued strength into the next 1–2 months.

PENN Entertainment, Inc. (PENN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold (premium collected) for September 26, 2025 (39 days to expiry) at strikes $16.5. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Sweep activity noted.
Total Values: $87,430 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $16.5
Analysis: Put selling reflects confidence that price will hold above the $16.5 strike (spot ~$18.89–$19.02; ~13% above strike); premium is collected up front.

PONY (PONY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold (premium collected) for December 19, 2025 (127 days to expiry) at strikes $15. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”. Calls bought for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $17. Calls bought for September 5, 2025 (18 days to expiry) at strikes $18.
Total Values: $1,488,620 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $15–$18
Analysis: Substantial put selling at $15 sits slightly above spot (~$14.87; 0.91% above spot), signaling assertive bullish positioning with premium collected up front, while near-dated call buying adds to the constructive stance.

Riot Platforms, Inc. (RIOT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for December 19, 2025 (123 days to expiry) at strikes $14. Sweep activity noted. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $1,159,515 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $14
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with representative strikes at $14 versus spot around $11.38–$11.43 (~23%–23% above spot), positioning for continued upside.

Sonos, Inc. (SONO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for October 17, 2025 (60 days to expiry) at strikes $15. Sweep activity noted. Calls bought for January 16, 2026 (151 days to expiry) at strikes $15. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $435,380 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $15
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure at $15 versus spot around $13.58 (10.50% above spot), indicating interest in continued recovery potential.

XP Inc. (XP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for August 22, 2025 (4 days to expiry) at strikes $18.5; Pre-Earnings. Sweep activity noted. Flagged “Size > Prior OI” — indicating likely new positions.
Total Values: $52,354 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $18.5
Analysis: Call buying appears to target out-of-the-money exposure with a representative strike at $18.5 versus spot around $17.55–$17.59 (~5% above spot) into earnings.

Zoetis Inc. (ZTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for September 19, 2025 (32 days to expiry) at strikes $155. Flagged “Size > Prior OI”.
Total Values: $598,110 across bullish flow today (calls paid; put sales collected).
Strike Price: $155
Analysis: Call buying appears to target slightly out-of-the-money exposure with representative strikes at $155 versus spot around $153.31 (1.10% above spot), consistent with a constructive near-term view.

Tickers:

ABBV, ASTS, BTDR, CAT, CHYM, CNK, DK, FLG, GTM, HIVE, MGNI, MMS, NMAX, PENN, PONY, RIOT, SONO, XP, ZTS

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

Hilltop Holdings Inc (HTH)
Buyer: Sobel Jonathan S (Hilltop Securities Chairman, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,000 (+21.1%)
Price: USD 31.97
Total Value: USD 319,700

Hilltop Holdings Inc (HTH)
Buyer: Sobel Jonathan S (Hilltop Securities Chairman, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,000 (+26.7%)
Price: USD 32.37
Total Value: USD 323,700

SmartRent Inc (SMRT)
Buyer: Dorman John C (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+35.3%)
Price: USD 1.53
Total Value: USD 153,470

RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc (RICK)
Buyer: Langan Eric Scott (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 645 (+0.1%)
Price: USD 36.71
Total Value: USD 23,678

RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc (RICK)
Buyer: Langan Eric Scott (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 725 (+0.1%)
Price: USD 36.77
Total Value: USD 26,658

Aebi Schmidt Holding AG (AEBI)
Buyer: Schroeder Henning (CEO Europe, Officer)
Shares Purchased: 2,000 (+3.6%)
Price: USD 12.06
Total Value: USD 24,119

Embassy Bancorp Inc (EMYB)
Buyer: Lobach David M Jr (Chairman, President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 500 (+0.9%)
Price: USD 15.90
Total Value: USD 7,950

Embassy Bancorp Inc (EMYB)
Buyer: Lobach David M Jr (Chairman, President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 500 (+0.4%)
Price: USD 15.80
Total Value: USD 7,900

Chesapeake Energy Corp (CHK)
Buyer: Viets Joshua J. (EVP & COO, Officer)
Shares Purchased: 2,000 (+3.4%)
Price: USD 92.16
Total Value: USD 184,320

Chesapeake Energy Corp (CHK)
Buyer: Dell’Osso Domenic J Jr (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 2,500 (+1.5%)
Price: USD 95.86
Total Value: USD 239,650

Insperity Inc (NSP)
Buyer: Clifford Tim (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 1,935 (+9.2%)
Price: USD 51.70
Total Value: USD 100,040

Evolus Inc (EOLS)
Buyer: Stewart Brady (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 30,000 (+51.2%)
Price: USD 6.82
Total Value: USD 204,486

Global Medical REIT Inc (GMRE)
Buyer: Decker Mark Okey Jr (CEO and President, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 17,023 (+9.8%)
Price: USD 6.87
Total Value: USD 116,948

Global Medical REIT Inc (GMRE)
Buyer: Decker Mark Okey Jr (CEO and President, Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 13,871 (+8.7%)
Price: USD 6.84
Total Value: USD 94,878

Owl Rock Capital Corp (ORCC)
Buyer: Nicholson Logan (President, Officer)
Shares Purchased: 14,703 (+95.9%)
Price: USD 14.19
Total Value: USD 208,581

Newegg Commerce Inc (NEGG)
Buyer: Galkin Vladimir (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 11,111 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 104.72
Total Value: USD 1,163,544

US Insider Sales

Solventum Corp (SOLV)
Seller: 3M Co (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 8,800,000 (-25.6%)
Price: USD 73.45
Total Value: USD 646,360,000

NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)
Seller: Huang Jen Hsun (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 45,688 (-0.1%)
Price: USD 179.69
Total Value: USD 8,209,645

NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)
Seller: Huang Jen Hsun (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 15,479 (-0.0%)
Price: USD 180.43
Total Value: USD 2,792,922

NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)
Seller: Huang Jen Hsun (President and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 11,883 (-0.0%)
Price: USD 178.92
Total Value: USD 2,126,112

UWM Holdings Corp (UWMC)
Seller: Mat Ishbia (President and CEO, Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 400,036 (-8.9%)
Price: USD 5.35
Total Value: USD 2,140,193

UWM Holdings Corp (UWMC)
Seller: Mat Ishbia (President and CEO, Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 400,036 (-8.2%)
Price: USD 5.39
Total Value: USD 2,156,194

Telephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS)
Seller: Hanley Joseph R (SVP-Strategy & Corp Dev, Officer)
Shares Sold: 68,759 (-53.2%)
Price: USD 38.16
Total Value: USD 2,623,678

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL)
Seller: Shriram Kavitark Ram (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 14,000 (-5.8%)
Price: USD 205.00
Total Value: USD 2,870,000

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL)
Seller: Shriram Kavitark Ram (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 12,000 (-5.0%)
Price: USD 205.00
Total Value: USD 2,460,000

Brinks Co (BCO)
Seller: Castillo Daniel J (EVP, Officer)
Shares Sold: 21,508 (-49.0%)
Price: USD 109.70
Total Value: USD 2,359,372

ANI Pharmaceuticals Inc (ANIP)
Seller: Shanmugam Muthusamy (Head of R&D, COO-Novitium Ops, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 52,990 (-9.1%)
Price: USD 87.15
Total Value: USD 4,618,079

Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc (BR)
Seller: Gokey Timothy C (CEO, Officer)
Shares Sold: 5,675 (-3.7%)
Price: USD 260.87
Total Value: USD 1,480,428

AECOM (ACM)
Seller: Rudd Troy (Chief Executive Officer, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 41,997 (-79.1%)
Price: USD 119.41
Total Value: USD 5,014,862

AECOM (ACM)
Seller: Rudd Troy (Chief Executive Officer, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 11,100 (-100.0%)
Price: USD 120.12
Total Value: USD 1,333,332

Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
Seller: Brown Gregory Q (Chairman and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 3,631 (-11.1%)
Price: USD 460.44
Total Value: USD 1,671,860

Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
Seller: Brown Gregory Q (Chairman and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 2,655 (-9.2%)
Price: USD 459.69
Total Value: USD 1,220,468

Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
Seller: Brown Gregory Q (Chairman and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 2,678 (-9.0%)
Price: USD 459.59
Total Value: USD 1,230,792

Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
Seller: Brown Gregory Q (Chairman and CEO, Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 3,672 (-11.0%)
Price: USD 460.38
Total Value: USD 1,690,525

ANI Pharmaceuticals Inc (ANIP)
Seller: Gassert Chad (SVP – Corp. Dev. & Strategy, Officer)
Shares Sold: 20,000 (-10.4%)
Price: USD 86.97
Total Value: USD 1,739,400

Yum! Brands Inc (YUM)
Seller: Skeans Tracy L (COO and CPO, Officer)
Shares Sold: 12,220 (-100.0%)
Price: USD 148.24
Total Value: USD 1,811,493

CDN Insider Purchases

Leading Edge Materials Corp (LEM)
Buyer: Krafft, Eric Sten (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,660,000 (+12.5%)
Price: CAD 0.16
Total Value: CAD 1,705,600

Baselode Energy Corp (FIND)
Buyer: Stewart, Stephen Alexander Nelson (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 1,071,820 (+84.1%)
Price: CAD 0.09
Total Value: CAD 99,679

Osisko Development Corp (ODV)
Buyer: Rabenok, Philip (Senior Officer of Issuer, Officer)
Shares Purchased: 5,000 (+19.8%)
Price: USD 2.05
Total Value: USD 10,250

G2 Goldfields Inc (GTWO)
Buyer: Stow, Stephen William Canning (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 17,000 (+85.0%)
Price: CAD 3.09
Total Value: CAD 52,530

CDN Insider Sales

Rusoro Mining Ltd (RML)
Seller: Beruschi, Anthony John (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 290,000 (-3.3%)
Price: CAD 1.20
Total Value: CAD 348,000

Energy Fuels Inc (EFR)
Seller: Higgs, Dennis (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 15,000 (-5.4%)
Price: CAD 13.39
Total Value: CAD 200,828

Endeavour Silver Corp (EDR)
Seller: Beck, Margaret (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 26,100
Price: CAD 7.64
Total Value: CAD 199,477

Endeavour Silver Corp (EDR)
Seller: Beck, Margaret (Director of Issuer, Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 18,500
Price: CAD 7.64
Total Value: CAD 141,392

Institutional Spotlight: August 18, 2025

GPROTEIN COUPLED RECEPTOR (GPCR)
Biotechnology Value Fund LP, led by Mark Lampert, reported ownership of 9,611,751 shares, representing 5.60% of the company. This marks a significant institutional stake.

SYNDAX PHARMACEUTICALS INC (SNDX)
Point72 Asset Management LP, managed by Steve Cohen, disclosed a position of 4,327,952 shares, equating to 5.00% ownership. This reflects a notable institutional investment.

ALTUS POWER INC (ALTS)
Point72 Asset Management LP, under Steve Cohen, established a holding of 4,872,756 shares, representing 4.00% ownership, indicating a meaningful position.

GAM HOLDING AG (GAM)
Saba Capital Management LP, led by Boaz Weinstein, reported a stake of 1,939,630 shares, equal to 8.33% ownership, reflecting a strong institutional presence.

DESIGNER BRANDS INC CLASS A (DMA)
Saba Capital Management LP, under Boaz Weinstein, disclosed 2,138,272 shares, accounting for 23.86% ownership, signifying a controlling institutional position.

TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS INC (TDS)
Picton Mahoney Asset Management acquired 1,193,088 shares, giving it 7.10% ownership, representing a new significant stake.

FIRST TRUST NASDAQ TRANSPORTATION ETF (FTXR)
Win Advisors Inc reported ownership of 86,501 shares, equating to 9.60% of the fund, showing a concentrated position.

MCKINLEY ACQUISITION CORPORATION (MCKINLEY)
Linden Capital LP disclosed a holding of 1,445,000 shares, representing 9.30% ownership, establishing a major institutional stake.

Tickers :

GPCR, SNDX, ALTS, GAM, DMA, TDS, FTXR

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 Momentum Watchlist

FLYX, ARRY, TNYA, INVZ, BTAI, SHLS, NXT, CRVS, TPST, FSLR, VVPR, NVNO, NU, GNS, LYFT, COYA, VOR, VNRX, PBYI, ZETA, SNDX, OSCR, VSTM, IZEA, NEPH, STOK, NKTX, GRCE, FINV, HOVR, ARQT, FROG, SLS, SPOT, ATRA, GNLX, NEE, BILI, CEE, TERN, GRRR, CHWY, ONC, PDD, RSI, GTM, WING, LTH, IMNM, UAMY, ENTA, IVA, ASND, TVTX, MD, IREN, HOOD, MELI, KALA, ACLX, TEM, WULF, INTC, DKNG, NTRA, AES, COMM, TATT, WGS, CVS, BNTC, FNMA, HALO, CDTX, LUV, KYMR, PVLA, PLNT, VRNS, CRMD, DOCS, ORKA, ANEB, SXT, CNTA, CYBR, EBAY, ENLV, FDMT, UAN, AFRM, EYPT, SNWV, DAL, DNA, CVNA, CORZ, AS, VEEV, CHMI, ETON, LEVI, SEG, PTGX, ASMB, ABT, OUT, CMPS, GO, JEQ, SE, UAL, HUM, AMSC, ATRO, DBVT, STNE, TBPH, CBOE, NVAX, HDB, ALHC, XGN, CMCL, COGT, EQT, ASC, SNOA, QTIH, AUPH, SNY, PENN, ALNY, CYD, TBT, FIGS, TIGO, SGHC, UBER, INDV, DXCM, LMFA, RDDT, APP, COSM, PEP, RYTM, VIK, ATAT, LEN, MDT, JNJ, LITE, EZPW, HYMC, XMTR, LBTYA, WRBY

Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

ONC.TO, BLDP.TO, IAU.TO, ITR.V, WRN.TO, KBL.TO, CGG.TO, MDA.TO, HITI.V, GAU.TO, SSRM.TO, NWC.TO, TRZ.TO, TSND.TO, CG.TO, CNL.TO, NDM.TO, SLI.V, KNT.TO, K.TO, AGI.TO, OGC.TO, NGD.TO, ASM.TO, EQX.TO, ABX.TO, IMG.TO, DPM.TO, GGD.TO, SPB.TO, ELD.TO, GWO.TO, TXG.TO, BTO.TO, SIS.TO, EDV.TO, SSL.TO, QBR/B.TO, PBH.TO, EMP/A.TO, III.TO, VNP.TO, TFPM.TO, KEY.TO

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