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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 2025-7-17

The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-7-17. 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.

Adobe (ADBE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: There was no call buying of note, but substantial put selling totaling $48.6 million signals institutional confidence in the stock holding above current levels. Only $13.7 million in puts were bought.
Total Values: Net premium of $32.96 million
Analysis: Despite limited call activity, the aggressive put selling is a clear bullish indicator, suggesting that institutions are collecting premium by betting the stock remains stable or rises.

Atlassian (TEAM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Minimal call activity was offset by significant put selling of $20.1 million, against just $1.1 million bought in puts.
Total Values: Net premium reached $18.9 million
Analysis: The skew heavily favors the bulls. Institutions are showing strong confidence by collecting premium on the put side, a typical sign they expect price stability or upside.

Rigetti Computing (RGTI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Active call buying with $22.2 million in premiums, while only $3.4 million was sold. Modest action on the put side with light put selling.
Total Values: Net premium at $18.7 million
Analysis: The heavy call buying with little opposition from puts suggests directional bullish bets are being placed on a potential breakout or momentum move.

Apple (AAPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought $13 million in call premium, while selling $12 million, resulting in a slight net call bias. However, put selling of $36.8 million dwarfed the $23 million bought, showing strong downside support.
Total Values: Net premium stood at $14.8 million
Analysis: The large-scale put selling is a bullish tell. While call activity is relatively balanced, institutions are showing confidence in Apple maintaining current levels or rising.

Rocket Lab (RKLB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Notable call buying at $17.8 million, with only $4.6 million sold. Minor puts activity favors sellers.
Total Values: Net premium of $13.1 million
Analysis: The dominant call buying and light put exposure indicate institutions are positioning for a move higher.

Tesla (TSLA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premiums were evenly distributed, but put selling of $50.5 million notably exceeded the $43.5 million in put buying.
Total Values: Net premium came in at $8.8 million
Analysis: The scale of put selling signals confidence in price stability or a base forming. Despite elevated volatility, the positioning leans bullish.

Palantir (PLTR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premiums bought totaled $8.1 million, against $5.3 million sold. Put selling also outpaced buying by a margin of nearly $4 million.
Total Values: Net premium at $6.7 million
Analysis: Institutions are building long-side exposure while collecting premium on the put side—both signals align with a bullish bias.

Intel (INTC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying totaled $3.7 million, and $1.4 million was sold. On the put side, $4.6 million was sold compared to just $751K bought.
Total Values: Net premium of $6.1 million
Analysis: Call activity is constructive, but the real signal comes from put selling—suggesting institutional confidence in downside protection.

UnitedHealth Group (UNH)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: No call buying, but heavy put selling of $65.4 million vs. $59.2 million in put buying.
Total Values: Net premium of $5.3 million
Analysis: Even without call activity, the aggressive put selling reveals institutional confidence in a floor beneath current prices.

lululemon (LULU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Extremely light call activity, but large put selling of $25.2 million, greatly outweighing $20.5 million bought.
Total Values: Net premium of $5.15 million
Analysis: Institutions appear to be positioning with bullish confidence, expecting stability and collecting premium from sold puts.

Rivian (RIVN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls were bought for $5.8 million, with minimal puts traded.
Total Values: Net premium at $4.97 million
Analysis: Bullish interest continues to build on the call side. Lack of aggressive put buying suggests limited downside concern.

Oracle (ORCL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premiums bought were $12.95 million, significantly higher than those sold. Put selling of $7 million also supports bullish expectations.
Total Values: Net premium totaled $4.6 million
Analysis: Institutions are pressing bullish bets both by taking directional exposure and collecting downside premium.

Costco (COST)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: No calls of note, but sizeable put selling of $4.7 million signals defensive bullish positioning.
Total Values: Net premium of $4.46 million
Analysis: The absence of call action is offset by firm conviction on the put side—institutions are betting against further downside.

Citigroup (C)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought at $8.4 million and modest put selling contributed to a positive net flow.
Total Values: Net premium reached $4.18 million
Analysis: Institutions are building bullish exposure through calls while supplementing it with light put selling.

Clorox (CLX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Little call activity, but put selling totaled $3.26 million.
Total Values: Net premium came in at $3.37 million
Analysis: Institutions are showing low-risk bullish sentiment through premium collection on the put side.

Netflix (NFLX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Minor call buying of $2 million, and flat put activity.
Total Values: Net premium at $2.04 million
Analysis: A small but clear tilt toward bullishness—likely early positioning or hedging.

Arista Networks (ANET)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying at $1.38 million far exceeded call selling.
Total Values: Net premium of $865K
Analysis: Light flow overall but skewed bullish through directional calls.

Corning (GLW)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Small call buying of $1.1 million, no opposition on the put side.
Total Values: Net premium of $1.1 million
Analysis: Modest bullish outlook; quiet but clean sentiment.

Capital One (COF)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Minimal call activity, but net positive due to small put selling.
Total Values: Net premium of $812K
Analysis: Conservative bullish sentiment from limited flow.

Tron Inc. (TRON)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Light call buying of $749K, no notable puts.
Total Values: Net premium of $749K
Analysis: Bullish interest is emerging—perhaps speculative, but positive flow.

Petco (WOOF)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Small call buying of $157K, no puts traded.
Total Values: Net premium of $157K
Analysis: Low volume but clean bullish intent.

Piedmont Lithium (PLL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Light call buying of $154K, no puts.
Total Values: Net premium at $154K
Analysis: Modest bullish positioning.

Tractor Supply (TSCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: One-sided call buying of $150K, no put flow.
Total Values: Net premium totaled $150K
Analysis: Light volume bullish positioning—likely early directional bets.

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 2025-7-17

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.

MicroVision (MVIS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call sweeps were executed across various expirations. Trades included August 1, 2025 ($2 strike), August 8, 2025 ($2 strike), November 21, 2025 ($2 strike), and January 16, 2026 ($3 strike). Notably, size exceeded prior open interest on the August 8 call, indicating new positioning.
Total Values: Approximately $50,875 across all bullish trades
Strike Price: Ranged from $1.5 to $3
Analysis: With spot price levels between $1.43 and $1.48, these trades reflect positioning for upside above short-term and longer-term strikes, possibly anticipating a bottoming or reversal pattern. Notably, the large sweep into 2026 calls suggests confidence in a longer-term recovery.

Clover Health (CLOV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Repeated call sweeps and trades centered on the $3 and $3.5 strike across expirations including July 18, July 25, August 1, and August 15, 2025. Size exceeded prior open interest in several trades.
Total Values: Approximately $37,791 across all bullish trades
Strike Price: $3 to $3.5
Analysis: With spot price near $3.00 to $3.10, this call buying suggests positioning for a breakout continuation or short-term rally, especially given the clustering around the $3.5 level. The August 15 trade, which accounted for nearly $19,000, reinforces the short-term bullish outlook.

NexGen Energy (NXE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying spanned multiple expirations, including September 19, 2025 ($9 strike), January 16, 2026 ($7 strike), and March 20, 2026 ($12 strike). Multiple trades exceeded prior open interest, confirming new positions.
Total Values: Approximately $97,077 across all bullish trades
Strike Price: $7 to $12
Analysis: With spot price ranging from $6.93 to $6.97, the activity reflects aggressive bullish bets on a sustained upside move. The $12 strike represents a significant upside target, showing confidence in long-term uranium strength or specific company developments.

Lumentum Holdings (LITE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: August 15, 2025 call sweeps at the $120 strike, with size greater than prior open interest.
Total Values: Approximately $201,660 across both trades
Strike Price: $120
Analysis: With spot prices at $100.57 and $101.93, this activity targets a substantial move higher in the next 29 days. The outsized premium and volatility sigma suggest strong conviction and possibly institutional positioning ahead of a catalyst.

Nu Holdings (NU)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Sold PUTs at the $13.5 strike expiring July 25, 2025, with size greater than prior open interest. Premium was collected across two large trades.
Total Values: Approximately $859,065 in premium collected
Strike Price: $13.5
Analysis: With the spot price at $14.07, this bullish put selling reflects confidence the stock will stay above the $13.5 level over the next 8 days. The trade likely aims to capitalize on short-term price stability or a floor forming.

Tempus AI (TEM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Sold PUTs at the $55 strike expiring June 18, 2026, with size greater than prior open interest.
Total Values: $2,430,000 in premium collected
Strike Price: $55
Analysis: With the stock trading at $61.01, this longer-dated put selling implies strong conviction that price will remain above $55 for the next 336 days. The large premium collected further reinforces a bullish stance or accumulation play.

Permian Resources (PR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: January 16, 2026 call buying at the $13 strike, with size exceeding prior open interest.
Total Values: Approximately $1,065,400 across three trades
Strike Price: $13
Analysis: With spot price at $13.37 to $13.41, these trades position for upside from current levels, potentially anticipating further strength in the energy sector or company-specific tailwinds.

Papa John’s (PZZA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Sold PUTs at the $35 strike expiring September 19, 2025, with size greater than prior open interest.
Total Values: Approximately $823,051 in premium collected
Strike Price: $35
Analysis: With the stock trading at $44.05, this deep out-of-the-money put selling reflects confidence in price stability or support well above the $35 level. Traders are positioning for the stock to remain elevated for the next 64 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

CRISPR Therapeutics AG (CRSP)
Buyer: George Simeon (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 960,983 (+124.9%)
Price: USD 52.03
Total Value: USD 49,999,945

CRISPR Therapeutics AG (CRSP)
Buyer: George Simeon (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 22,319 (+10.3%)
Price: USD 52.03
Total Value: USD 1,161,258

CRISPR Therapeutics AG (CRSP)
Buyer: George Simeon (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 6,510 (+10.3%)
Price: USD 52.03
Total Value: USD 338,715

Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc (BMNR)
Buyer: Lee Thomas Jong (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 4,500 (+2.0%)
Price: USD 44.00
Total Value: USD 198,000

Tengasco Inc (TGC)
Buyer: Libin Alvin Gerald (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 15,000 (+0.7%)
Price: USD 25.39
Total Value: USD 380,850

DLH Holdings Corp (DLHC)
Buyer: Mink Brook Asset Management LLC (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 4,843 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 5.50
Total Value: USD 26,637

Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)
Buyer: ECP ControlCo, LLC (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 22,402 (+0.8%)
Price: USD 14.59
Total Value: USD 326,751

Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)
Buyer: ECP Fiber Holdings GP, LLC (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 22,402 (+0.8%)
Price: USD 14.59
Total Value: USD 326,751

Rivernorth Flexible Municipal Income Fund II Inc (RFMZ)
Buyer: O’Neill Stephen Andrew
Shares Purchased: 1,500 (+15.0%)
Price: USD 12.71
Total Value: USD 19,064

Greenbox Pos (GBOX)
Buyer: S8 Global Fintech & Regtech Fund (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 200,000 (+5.9%)
Price: USD 0.36
Total Value: USD 71,180

US Insider Sales

Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 44,818 (-33.5%)
Price: USD 397.41
Total Value: USD 17,811,189

Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 36,305 (-21.3%)
Price: USD 396.54
Total Value: USD 14,396,229

Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 34,849 (-63.6%)
Price: USD 399.69
Total Value: USD 13,928,786

Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 34,177 (-38.4%)
Price: USD 398.54
Total Value: USD 13,620,902

Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 28,707 (-14.4%)
Price: USD 395.46
Total Value: USD 11,352,542

Nike Inc (NKE)
Seller: PARKER MARK G (EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN)
Shares Sold: 110,000 (-11.6%)
Price: USD 72.29
Total Value: USD 7,951,900

UWM Holdings Corp (UWMC)
Seller: Mat Ishbia (President and CEO)
Shares Sold: 400,036 (-8.2%)
Price: USD 4.18
Total Value: USD 1,672,150

UWM Holdings Corp (UWMC)
Seller: Mat Ishbia (President and CEO)
Shares Sold: 400,036 (-7.5%)
Price: USD 4.17
Total Value: USD 1,668,150

UiPath Inc (PATH)
Seller: Dines Daniel (CEO and Chairman)
Shares Sold: 45,000 (-0.9%)
Price: USD 12.45
Total Value: USD 560,142

NewAmsterdam Pharma Company NV (NAMS)
Seller: Kling Douglas F (Chief Operating Officer)
Shares Sold: 51,043 (-53.7%)
Price: USD 21.10
Total Value: USD 1,077,007

Fastly Inc (FSLY)
Seller: Compton Charles Lacey III (CEO)
Shares Sold: 11,379 (-2.7%)
Price: USD 6.87
Total Value: USD 78,174

Paychex Inc (PAYX)
Seller: Gibson John B (President and CEO)
Shares Sold: 12,370 (-13.1%)
Price: USD 141.92
Total Value: USD 1,755,550

Paychex Inc (PAYX)
Seller: Schrader Robert L. (Sr. VP, CFO)
Shares Sold: 3,160 (-14.1%)
Price: USD 140.63
Total Value: USD 444,391

Paychex Inc (PAYX)
Seller: Simmons Christopher C (VP, Controller & Treasurer)
Shares Sold: 1,843 (-24.4%)
Price: USD 140.98
Total Value: USD 259,826

ServiceNow Inc (NOW)
Seller: Canney Jacqueline P (Chief People & AI Enblmt. Off.)
Shares Sold: 354 (-10.5%)
Price: USD 965.06
Total Value: USD 341,631

Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)
Seller: SLTA V (GP), L.L.C. (Non-Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 1,616 (-7.0%)
Price: USD 125.29
Total Value: USD 202,469

Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)
Seller: SLTA IV (GP), L.L.C. (Non-Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 1,616 (-7.0%)
Price: USD 125.29
Total Value: USD 202,469

Renaissancere Holdings Ltd (RNR)
Seller: Marra David E (EVP, Chief Underwriting Officer)
Shares Sold: 1,000 (-1.1%)
Price: USD 237.38
Total Value: USD 237,380

Rigetti Computing Inc (RGTI)
Seller: Johnson Ray O (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 40,420 (-8.8%)
Price: USD 15.00
Total Value: USD 606,300

Rigetti Computing Inc (RGTI)
Seller: Clifton Michael S. (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 25,000 (-2.8%)
Price: USD 15.00
Total Value: USD 375,000

CDN Insider Purchases

Tecsys Inc (TCS)
Buyer: Thinagar, Sripriya (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 795 (+N/A%)
Price: CAD 37.72
Total Value: CAD 29,987

PJX Resources Inc (PJX)
Buyer: Clare, James (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 214,285 (+21.8%)
Price: CAD 0.14
Total Value: CAD 30,000

PJX Resources Inc (PJX)
Buyer: Brennan, Linda (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+9.8%)
Price: CAD 0.14
Total Value: CAD 14,000

Lavras Gold Corp (LGC)
Buyer: Raykov, Rostislav Christov (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 12,800 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 2.01
Total Value: CAD 25,728

Lavras Gold Corp (LGC)
Buyer: Raykov, Rostislav Christov (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 35,000 (+0.5%)
Price: CAD 2.00
Total Value: CAD 70,000

Greenridge Exploration Inc (GXP)
Buyer: Starr, James Russell (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 300,000 (+11.5%)
Price: CAD 0.43
Total Value: CAD 129,000

Black Diamond Group Ltd (BDI)
Buyer: Hedges, Brian Robie (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 5,000 (+20.0%)
Price: CAD 9.10
Total Value: CAD 45,500

Black Diamond Group Ltd (BDI)
Buyer: Haynes, Trevor (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 5,000 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 9.10
Total Value: CAD 45,500

Black Diamond Group Ltd (BDI)
Buyer: Ridley, Michael Lenard (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 947 (+0.3%)
Price: CAD 10.90
Total Value: CAD 10,322

Black Diamond Group Ltd (BDI)
Buyer: Redmond, Edward John (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 652 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 10.90
Total Value: CAD 7,107

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 700 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 15.54
Total Value: CAD 10,878

VersaBank (VBNK)
Buyer: George, Patrick (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 500 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 15.62
Total Value: CAD 7,810

Nexus Industrial REIT (NXR.UN)
Buyer: McLaughlin, Edwin E (Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder)
Shares Purchased: 3,372 (+0.6%)
Price: CAD 7.91
Total Value: CAD 26,678

Crombie Real Estate Investment Trust (CRR.UN)
Buyer: Empire Company Limited (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 77,407 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 14.33
Total Value: CAD 1,109,010

Pinnacle Silver & Gold Corp (PINN)
Buyer: Michael Kott (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 400,000 (+8.0%)
Price: CAD 0.06
Total Value: CAD 22,000

Roberto Resources Inc (RBTO)
Buyer: Lattanzi, Darien (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 50,000 (+16.7%)
Price: CAD 0.35
Total Value: CAD 17,500

Scottie Resources Corp (SCOT)
Buyer: Jennings, Kevin Patrick (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 14,500 (+0.5%)
Price: CAD 0.91
Total Value: CAD 13,137

PTX Metals Inc (PTX)
Buyer: Moore, Jean-David (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+2.1%)
Price: CAD 0.10
Total Value: CAD 9,500

Vizsla Royalties Corp (VROY)
Buyer: Cmrlec, Simon (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 3,800 (+0.6%)
Price: CAD 2.60
Total Value: CAD 9,880

Mirasol Resources Ltd (MRZ)
Buyer: Pountney, Glenn (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 15,500 (+0.1%)
Price: CAD 0.37
Total Value: CAD 5,735

Pyrogenesis Inc
Buyer: Pascali, Photis Peter (Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 100,000 (+N/A%)
Price: CAD 0.44
Total Value: CAD 44,150

Spectre Capital Corp.
Buyer: Roehlig, Arndt (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 105,000 (+110.5%)
Price: CAD 0.05
Total Value: CAD 5,250

Baru Gold Corp. formerly, East Asia Minerals Corporation
Buyer: Murphy, Shidan (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 1,176,470 (+3.9%)
Price: CAD 0.09
Total Value: CAD 100,000

CDN Insider Sales

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Finkelstein, Harley Michael (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 19,750 (-76.4%)
Price: USD 116.59
Total Value: USD 2,302,631

Shopify Inc (SHOP)
Seller: Simo, Fidji (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 500 (-3.0%)
Price: USD 117.06
Total Value: USD 58,530

Pyrogenesis Inc
Seller: Pascali, Photis Peter (Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 100,000 (-0.2%)
Price: CAD 0.44
Total Value: CAD 44,330

Pyrogenesis Inc
Seller: Pascali, Photis Peter (Executive Director Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 25,200 (-1.6%)
Price: CAD 0.45
Total Value: CAD 11,451

Spectre Capital Corp.
Seller: Townsend, Michael (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 105,000 (-13.5%)
Price: CAD 0.05
Total Value: CAD 5,250

Spectre Capital Corp.
Seller: Townsend, Michael (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 18,000 (-2.3%)
Price: CAD 0.07
Total Value: CAD 1,170

NevGold Corp (NAU)
Seller: GoldMining Inc. (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 26,700 (-0.1%)
Price: CAD 0.31
Total Value: CAD 8,184

Institutional Spotlight: July 17, 2025

Tracking Notable Accumulation from Institutional Powerhouses

Becker Drapkin Management LP Shows Conviction in GEG
Becker Drapkin Management LP, led by Matthew Drapkin, has significantly increased its stake in Great Elm Group (GEG), now holding 6,026,001 shares, representing 20.70% ownership. This substantial position underscores a high-conviction bet by the activist investor, suggesting strategic confidence in GEG’s forward trajectory. With over one-fifth of the company now under Drapkin’s control, this move could influence corporate governance and capital allocation going forward.

Steve Cohen’s Point72 Adds to ANGO Position
Point72 Asset Management LP, managed by billionaire investor Steve Cohen, disclosed a new filing reflecting ownership of 2,120,202 shares of AngioDynamics (ANGO), amounting to 5.20% of the company. This stake crosses the 5% disclosure threshold, signaling meaningful institutional interest. The timing of this purchase may coincide with technical structure developments or internal expectations around ANGO’s long-term growth outlook in the medical technology sector.

UBS Active in Multiple Names with Broad Exposure
UBS Global Asset Management Americas Inc. filed three separate disclosures today, highlighting sizable positions across different sectors. Most notably, UBS reported holding 139,602,467 shares of Novartis (NVS), representing 6.40% ownership. This reaffirms their confidence in the Swiss pharmaceutical giant amid a volatile macro backdrop. Additionally, UBS reported a 5.80% stake in Molecular Partners (MOLN) with 2,144,607 shares, and a 5.00% position in Sunrun Renewables (SNRE) with 3,498,295 shares. These filings point to a diversified allocation strategy balancing biotech innovation with renewable energy exposure.

Israeli Institutions Make Strategic Healthcare Plays
Two prominent Israeli investment firms reported new ownership stakes that signal growing confidence in the global healthcare sector. Yelin Lapidot Holdings Management Ltd disclosed a 5.38% stake in Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT) with 3,066,826 shares, reinforcing their support of communication technology infrastructure. Meanwhile, Menora Mivtachim Holdings Ltd reported holding 57,395,173 shares of Teva Pharmaceuticals (TEVA), equivalent to 5.00% ownership, underscoring ongoing institutional backing for one of Israel’s largest and most scrutinized pharma players.

SIT Investment Associates Dominates in PPT
SIT Investment Associates Inc has emerged as a controlling presence in Putnam Premier Income Trust (PPT), with a massive 25,844,112 share position translating to 27.00% ownership. This high-level stake signals deep conviction in the income-focused closed-end fund and may point to expectations of favorable yield conditions or capital appreciation in the bond-heavy portfolio.

Yong Rong HK Doubles Down on SRM
Yong Rong HK Asset Management Ltd, led by Sasha Cai, reported a bold move into SRM Entertainment (SRM), accumulating 2,170,000 shares to secure a 12.20% stake. The double-digit ownership suggests a concentrated position and potentially activist-oriented engagement in the micro-cap media space, possibly seeking operational improvements or strategic alternatives.

BlackRock Reaffirms Interest in TRS
BlackRock Inc, the world’s largest asset manager, disclosed a new filing for TriMas Corporation (TRS), reporting 2,537,285 shares, equating to 6.20% ownership. BlackRock’s steady presence in mid-cap industrials reflects broader themes in reshoring and manufacturing efficiency—areas where TRS has maintained competitive positioning.

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 – 2025-07-11

UMAC, RCAT, NEXT, ATRO, SRFM, KTOS, HROW, LEVI, GRCE, LPTH, LMFA, TOI, VEON, VOR, ECX, HL, AG, NBY, RDW, ONDS, AAP, CDE, HYPD, CEP, PFGC, BDTX, FUTU, LEU, MRT, PDYN, GDS, ZVRA, BRRR, BTCW, FBTC, SMR, AMLX, THM, SLV, INBX, ASTS, USM, BP, TSHA, CYD, MUX, TBT, ASMB, LSF, FINV, EZPW, CEG, GROY, OVV, OHI, VTR, STRL, VVOS, UGL, TRVI, ANET, AZ, ETNB, PLNT, MNR, TPC, TAC, PRIM, STX, AGX, RDDT, LI, SA, CSX, DPRO, WDC, GRAB, TS, WELL, AMD, INSM, NVGS, GOOG, AES, GOOGL, ATI, CLS, TBF, CRDO, LENZ, AMZN, EME, SHLS, COGT, TIGO, TEL, NEUP, MU, HNRG, OKLO, GE, PENG, DAC, ASPI, EOG, TURN, FIX, HTGC, CIO, LTH

Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – CDN – Institutional – 2025-07-11

SGD.V, NFG.V, ASM.TO, GGD.TO, SCR.TO, AG.TO, EDR.TO, PNE.TO, SVM.TO, ITH.TO, ODV.V, ONC.TO, PTM.TO, SLI.V, OLA.TO, USA.TO, OR.TO, GOOS.TO, URE.TO, KEL.TO, MTA.V, FVI.TO, SKE.TO, IAU.TO, PAAS.TO, AEP.V, TRX.TO, ARTG.V, ELBM.V, MAG.TO, TMQ.TO, LMN.V, LAR.TO, GTII.CA, ELD.TO, CCO.TO, ALS.TO, PTK.V, JOY.TO, BDI.TO, DPRO.CA, CVE.TO, IMO.TO, AGI.TO, TA.TO, DPM.TO, RCI/B.TO, SSRM.TO, SU.TO, SEA.TO, NG.TO, CG.TO, CEU.TO, CPX.TO, OBE.TO, DML.TO, NOU.V, MEG.TO, TFPM.TO, CLS.TO, K.TO, PEY.TO, ATZ.TO, NXE.TO, FURY.TO, WPM.TO, PPTA.TO, SII.TO, OGC.TO, GLXY.TO, SES.TO, CNQ.TO, CJ.TO, VLE.TO, GEI.TO, ABX.TO, EDV.TO, LUG.TO, BEI/UN.TO, BTE.TO, TOT.TO, ARIS.TO, FC.TO, EMA.TO, MI/UN.TO, ACQ.TO, FCR/UN.TO, DNG.TO, GWO.TO, POW\.TO, AP/UN.TO, LAC.TO, SSL.TO, REI/UN.TO, VET.TO, ALA.TO, ARG.TO, EMP/A.TO, NTR.TO, URC.TO, BDGI.TO, ENB.TO, FTS.TO, CFP.TO, SRU/UN.TO, DFY.TO, MFI.TO, FRU.TO, TVE.TO, ELVA.TO, NEO.TO, CTC/A.TO, PPL.TO, TPZ.TO, PKI.TO, TF.TO, IFC.TO, CIGI.TO, FTT.TO, TVK.TO, CHP/UN.TO, STN.TO

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