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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 2025-12-10

The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-12-10. 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.

HubSpot, Inc. (HUBS)
Sentiment: Bullish – heavy call buying
Options Activity: Institutions engaged in heavy call buying indicating directional bullish positions.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $77,752,300; net premium $77,752,300.
Analysis: The data shows dominant call buying activity with substantial total premium deployed, reflecting strong institutional interest in upside exposure.

Target Corporation (TGT)
Sentiment: Bullish – put selling for premium
Options Activity: Institutions collected premium through significant put selling while also buying calls and selling some puts, suggesting income generation alongside bullish positioning.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $4,108,615; total put premium bought $18,016,246; premium collected from puts sold $60,149,900; net premium $45,781,102.
Analysis: The data reveals a large net premium positive from premium collected on puts sold exceeding put buying costs, with call buying adding to the bullish flow.

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)
Sentiment: Bullish – net call premium flow
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls and sold calls in high volume, with put buying offset by some put selling, overall showing active two-way flow favoring calls.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $93,041,274; total call premium sold $35,997,294; total put premium bought $20,006,249; premium collected from puts sold $8,469,477; net premium $45,507,208.
Analysis: The data indicates net premium paid for calls after accounting for sales, outweighing put buying, pointing to bullish institutional deployment.

Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)
Sentiment: Bullish – call premium dominance
Options Activity: Institutions focused on call buying with some call selling and limited put activity, demonstrating directional bullish intent over hedging.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $32,503,944; total call premium sold $2,716,600; total put premium bought $1,502,350; premium collected from puts sold $1,293,516; net premium $29,578,510.
Analysis: The data highlights substantial net call premium bought far exceeding put flows, signaling strong bullish positioning.

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)
Sentiment: Bullish – balanced call flow
Options Activity: Institutions bought and sold calls actively with put buying and selling, suggesting a mix of directional and income strategies leaning bullish.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $16,676,809; total call premium sold $5,745,555; total put premium bought $1,913,933; premium collected from puts sold $3,522,191; net premium $12,539,512.
Analysis: The data displays net positive premium from call buying and put selling, indicating overall bullish engagement.

EchoStar Corporation (SATS)
Sentiment: Bullish – call buying pressure
Options Activity: Institutions executed heavy call buying with some call selling and minimal put involvement, pointing to bullish directional trades.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $12,377,155; total call premium sold $1,430,400; total put premium bought $42,075; premium collected from puts sold $314,700; net premium $11,219,380.
Analysis: The data reflects strong net call premium bought with negligible put costs, underscoring bullish flow.

Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG)
Sentiment: Bullish – pure call acquisition
Options Activity: Institutions solely bought calls, demonstrating clear bullish positioning without offsetting trades.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $10,861,340; net premium $10,861,340.
Analysis: The data confirms exclusive call buying with full premium deployment, indicating unambiguous bullish intent.

Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT)
Sentiment: Bullish – put premium collection
Options Activity: Institutions sold puts to collect premium alongside call buying and selling, with put buying, favoring income over protection.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $2,360,750; total call premium sold $770,507; total put premium bought $10,507,500; premium collected from puts sold $15,670,000; net premium $6,752,743.
Analysis: The data shows premium collected from puts sold exceeding put buying, combined with net call buying, supporting bullish positioning.

Ferrari N.V. (RACE)
Sentiment: Bullish – call vs put selling
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls and sold puts, collecting premium while pursuing upside, indicative of bullish outlook.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $558,600; premium collected from puts sold $5,751,600; net premium $5,193,000.
Analysis: The data illustrates positive net premium from call buying and put selling, reflecting bullish institutional strategy.

Alcoa Corporation (AA)
Sentiment: Bullish – call buying focus
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls predominantly with minor call selling, showing directional bullish moves.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $5,254,093; total call premium sold $151,761; net premium $5,102,332.
Analysis: The data highlights net call premium bought without put activity, signaling straightforward bullish flow.

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)
Sentiment: Bullish – high-volume call net
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls in large volume with call selling and limited put flows, tilting toward bullish engagement.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $8,593,262; total call premium sold $3,630,451; total put premium bought $772,110; premium collected from puts sold $379,839; net premium $4,570,540.
Analysis: The data reveals net positive call premium after sales, surpassing put buying, indicating bullish dominance.

The Cigna Group (CI)
Sentiment: Bullish – put selling advantage
Options Activity: Institutions sold puts to collect premium while buying calls, emphasizing income generation with bullish bias.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $2,482,700; premium collected from puts sold $6,924,450; net premium $4,441,750.
Analysis: The data demonstrates premium collected from puts sold outweighing call costs, supporting bullish positioning.

Intel Corporation (INTC)
Sentiment: Bullish – call flow excess
Options Activity: Institutions bought and sold calls actively with put buying and selling, resulting in net bullish call activity.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $9,814,325; total call premium sold $5,496,884; total put premium bought $1,924,513; premium collected from puts sold $1,979,048; net premium $4,371,976.
Analysis: The data shows net call premium bought combined with balanced put flows, pointing to bullish institutional interest.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD)
Sentiment: Bullish – put selling offset
Options Activity: Institutions sold calls and puts to collect premium with call buying and minor put buying, leaning toward income with bullish tilt.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $2,450,758; total call premium sold $1,747,188; total put premium bought $365,000; premium collected from puts sold $3,365,028; net premium $3,703,598.
Analysis: The data indicates positive net from put selling premium exceeding minor put buying, alongside net call buying.

Nebius Group N.V. (NBIS)
Sentiment: Bullish – call premium net
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls with call selling and negligible put buying, favoring bullish directional trades.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $5,143,546; total call premium sold $1,304,571; total put premium bought $204,491; net premium $3,634,484.
Analysis: The data reflects substantial net call premium bought over minor put costs, indicating bullish flow.

Micron Technology, Inc. (MU)
Sentiment: Bullish – call buying surge
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls heavily with call selling and minimal put activity plus put selling, showing bullish dominance.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $13,070,504; total call premium sold $9,721,398; total put premium bought $223,834; premium collected from puts sold $440,800; net premium $3,566,072.
Analysis: The data displays net positive call premium with put selling adding to the bullish net flow.

Novo Nordisk A/S – Depositary Receipt (Common Stock) (NVO)
Sentiment: Mixed – balanced premium flows
Options Activity: Institutions sold calls and puts to collect premium with put buying, suggesting hedging and income strategies.
Key Totals: Total call premium sold $694,207; total put premium bought $1,170,694; premium collected from puts sold $27,574; net premium $3,384,859.
Analysis: The data shows positive net premium driven by overall sales exceeding put buying, with mixed directional signals.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM)
Sentiment: Bullish – call buying lead
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls with call selling and heavy put selling for premium, combining directional and income plays bullishly.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $4,596,556; total call premium sold $1,189,390; total put premium bought $83,026; premium collected from puts sold $5,610; net premium $3,329,750.
Analysis: The data highlights net call premium bought with premium collected from puts sold, reinforcing bullish activity.

TeraWulf Inc. (WULF)
Sentiment: Bullish – put selling emphasis
Options Activity: Institutions bought calls and sold puts extensively with some call and put selling, focusing on premium collection bullishly.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $2,713,815; total call premium sold $725,253; total put premium bought $525,504; premium collected from puts sold $1,803,508; net premium $3,266,566.
Analysis: The data indicates premium collected from puts sold and net call buying contributing to positive net premium.

GE Vernova Inc. (GEV)
Sentiment: Bullish – selling flow premium
Options Activity: Institutions sold calls and puts to collect premium with call buying and put buying, resulting in net income generation.
Key Totals: Total call premium bought $3,268,750; total call premium sold $2,244,235; total put premium bought $2,726,500; premium collected from puts sold $4,751,170; net premium $3,049,185.
Analysis: The data reveals premium collected from puts sold offsetting buying flows, yielding positive net bullish premium.

Tickers: HUBS, TGT, NVDA, META, AVGO, SATS, FANG, SPOT, RACE, AA, WBD, CI, INTC, HOOD, NBIS, MU, NVO, JPM, WULF, GEV

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 2025-12-10

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.

Cronos Group Inc. (CRON)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 21, 2028 expiration at the 772 strike, which is deep out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 2.795. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via multi-sweep and MRX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $678,413.
Strike Price: 772
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 1132 days involves paying a premium of approximately $0.72 per contract for a strike price substantially above the current spot price, reflecting a bullish stance through leveraged exposure to potential upside. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it establishes fresh long positions in these deep out-of-the-money calls, amplifying the commitment to upward price movement over the extended timeframe.

AdaptHealth Corp. (AHCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold for March 20, 2026 expiration at the 10 strike, which is in-the-money relative to the spot price of 10.39. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via AMEX-trade execution.
Total Values: Total premium collected $225,000.
Strike Price: 10
Analysis: The sale of put options expiring in 466 days collects a premium of approximately $0.46 per contract for a strike price slightly below the current spot price, implying a bullish outlook by retaining the premium if the stock price stays above the strike at expiration. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it initiates new short positions in these in-the-money puts, benefiting from the premium collection in a stable or rising price environment.

Magna International, Inc. (MGA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for June 18, 2026 expiration at the 50 strike, which is slightly out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 49.895. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via ARCA-trade execution.
Total Values: Total premium paid $507,600.
Strike Price: 50
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 555 days requires paying a premium of approximately $0.34 per contract for a strike price marginally above the current spot price, providing bullish exposure to moderate price appreciation. Since the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it creates new long positions in these near-term out-of-the-money calls, emphasizing directional conviction over the medium-term horizon.

Butterfly Network, Inc. (BFLY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold for April 17, 2026 expiration at the 2.5 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 3.145. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep, PHLX-trade, and EDGX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium collected $93,135.
Strike Price: 2.5
Analysis: The sale of put options expiring in 523 days collects a premium of approximately $0.96 per contract for a strike price below the current spot price, reflecting a bullish position through premium retention if the stock avoids declining to the strike. As the combined trade size exceeds prior open interest, it opens new short positions in these out-of-the-money puts, particularly favorable given the strike’s distance from spot which enhances the likelihood of premium decay.

ProShares UltraShort Bloomberg Crude Oil (SCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 21, 2028 expiration at the 20 strike, which is in-the-money relative to the spot price of 19.275. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via multi-sweep execution.
Total Values: Total premium paid $295,000.
Strike Price: 20
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 1132 days entails paying a premium of approximately $0.65 per contract for a strike price just above the current spot price, offering bullish leverage on further gains. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it establishes new long positions in these in-the-money calls, capitalizing on intrinsic value while positioning for extended upside over the long term.

HDFC Bank Limited (HDB)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for April 17, 2026 expiration at the 37.5 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price around 35.25. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep and MRX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $250,256.
Strike Price: 37.5
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 523 days involves paying an average premium of approximately $0.23 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, enabling bullish participation in potential price expansion. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it initiates new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, underscoring commitment to growth over the medium term through multiple sweep trades.

Global X Uranium ETF (URA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold for January 15, 2027 expiration at the 46 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 46.845. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via ARCA-trade execution.
Total Values: Total premium collected $920,000.
Strike Price: 46
Analysis: The sale of put options expiring in 765 days collects a premium of approximately $0.49 per contract for a strike price marginally below the current spot price, implying bullishness via premium income if the price remains elevated. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it creates new short positions in these near out-of-the-money puts, profiting from time decay in a non-declining scenario.

EchoStar Corporation (SATS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for February 20, 2026 expiration at the 135 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price around 102. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep, CBOE-split, CBOE-trade, and PHLX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $889,499.
Strike Price: 135
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 437 days requires paying an average premium of approximately $0.67 per contract for a strike price well above the current spot price, providing bullish exposure to significant upside potential. Since the combined trade size surpasses prior open interest, it establishes new long positions in these deep out-of-the-money calls across multiple venues, highlighting strong directional intent over the medium term.

Replimune Group, Inc. (REPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 16, 2026 expiration at the 10 strike, which is in-the-money relative to the spot price of 9.905. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via ARCA-split and ARCA-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $143,635.
Strike Price: 10
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 402 days involves paying a premium of approximately $0.95 per contract for a strike price slightly above the current spot price, offering bullish leverage with some intrinsic value. As the trade size exceeds prior open interest, it opens new long positions in these in-the-money calls, benefiting from immediate delta exposure while positioning for further appreciation.

Elastic N.V. (ESTC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for February 20, 2026 expiration at the 85 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price around 76. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep and EMLD-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $363,813.
Strike Price: 85
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 437 days entails paying an average premium of approximately $0.40 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, enabling bullish bets on price recovery or growth. With the trade size surpassing prior open interest, it initiates new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, emphasizing conviction in upward momentum through sweep activity.

NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for March 20, 2026 expiration at the 22 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 19.98. The trade signals new positioning via multi-sweep execution.
Total Values: Total premium paid $104,650.
Strike Price: 22
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 466 days involves paying a premium of approximately $0.97 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, providing bullish exposure to potential advances. The trade size, while not specified against prior open interest, contributes to building long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, aligning with directional flow over the medium term.

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (ASTS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 9, 2026 expiration at the 95 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 75.97. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via multi-sweep execution.
Total Values: Total premium paid $143,990.
Strike Price: 95
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 395 days requires paying a premium of approximately $1.12 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, offering leveraged bullish participation. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it establishes new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, capturing intent for substantial price expansion within the near-medium timeframe.

iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 9, 2026 expiration at the 25.5 strike, which is approximately at-the-money relative to the spot price around 25.13. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via BOX-split, MRX-split, and MRX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $405,498.
Strike Price: 25.5
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 395 days involves paying an average premium of approximately $0.70 per contract for a strike price near the current spot price, providing balanced bullish exposure with gamma potential. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it creates new long positions in these at-the-money calls, reflecting direct commitment to price stability or gains through split and trade executions.

JinkoSolar Holding Company Limited (JKS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold for June 18, 2026 expiration at the 25 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 26.08. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via AMEX-trade execution.
Total Values: Total premium collected $1,470,000.
Strike Price: 25
Analysis: The sale of put options expiring in 555 days collects a premium of approximately $0.67 per contract for a strike price below the current spot price, implying bullishness by collecting premium far from spot. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it initiates new short positions in these deep out-of-the-money puts, maximizing premium retention potential in an upward or sideways market.

BitMine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (BMNR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for May 15, 2026 expiration at the 50 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 40.67. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep and MRX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $1,781,270.
Strike Price: 50
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 522 days entails paying an average premium of approximately $1.13 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, enabling bullish leverage on growth. Since the trade size exceeds prior open interest, it opens new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, underscoring strong positioning for appreciation over the medium term via sweep activity.

Shopify Inc. (SHOP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for December 26, 2025 expiration at the 170 strike, which is approximately at-the-money relative to the spot price of 168.015. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via BOX-split and BOX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $978,276.
Strike Price: 170
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 16 days involves paying a premium of approximately $0.43 per contract for a strike price near the current spot price, offering short-term bullish exposure with high theta sensitivity. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it establishes new long positions in these at-the-money calls, capitalizing on immediate directional flow close to expiration.

Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 23, 2026 expiration at the 290 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 279.635. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep and ARCA-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $801,200.
Strike Price: 290
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 409 days requires paying a premium of approximately $0.19 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, providing cost-effective bullish leverage. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it creates new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, aligning with sustained upward momentum over the medium term.

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 16, 2026 expiration at the 525 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 455.755. The trade signals new positioning via multi-sweep execution.
Total Values: Total premium paid $1,104,770.
Strike Price: 525
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 402 days involves paying a premium of approximately $0.50 per contract for a strike price well above the current spot price, offering bullish exposure to major advances. The trade size contributes to building long positions in these deep out-of-the-money calls, reflecting conviction in significant price expansion within the near-medium timeframe.

Intel Corporation (INTC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for February 20, 2026 expiration at the 48 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 40.84. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via multi-sweep, BOX-trade, PHLX-trade, MRX-trade, MIAX-trade, AMEX-trade, EDGX-trade, C2-trade, and CBOE-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $3,317,462.
Strike Price: 48
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 437 days entails paying an average premium of approximately $0.59 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, enabling broad bullish participation across venues. As the combined trade size vastly surpasses prior open interest, it establishes substantial new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, demonstrating overwhelming directional flow toward appreciation.

Alcoa Corporation (AA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 16, 2026 expiration at the 45 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price around 44. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via MRX-trade, multi-sweep, SPHR-trade, MIAX-split, and MIAX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $3,191,093.
Strike Price: 45
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 402 days involves paying an average premium of approximately $0.46 per contract for a strike price near or above the current spot price, providing bullish exposure with varying delta. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it initiates new long positions in these at-the-money to out-of-the-money calls, amplifying commitment through diverse trade types.

General Motors Company (GM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for June 18, 2026 expiration, including 100 strike (out-of-the-money relative to spot 79.97) and 90 strike (out-of-the-money). The trade size exceeds prior open interest for these strikes, signaling new bullish positioning via BOX-trade, multi-sweep executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $2,663,636.
Strike Price: 100, 90
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 555 days requires paying premiums of approximately $0.33 per contract for strikes above the current spot price, offering bullish leverage on recovery. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it creates new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls at multiple strikes, positioning for tiered upside potential over the medium term.

iRobot Corporation (IRBT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for January 16, 2026 expiration at the 55 strike, which is deep out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 5.19. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, indicating new bullish positioning via multi-sweep, ISE-trade, PHLX-trade, and SPHR-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $17,880.
Strike Price: 55
Analysis: The acquisition of call options expiring in 402 days involves paying a high premium of approximately $3.30 per contract for a strike price far above the current spot price, reflecting aggressive bullish speculation on a turnaround. With the trade size exceeding prior open interest, it opens new long positions in these deep out-of-the-money calls, leveraging low cost for extreme upside over the medium term.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for May 15, 2026 expiration at the 210 strike, which is out-of-the-money relative to the spot price of 198.8. The trade size exceeds prior open interest, signaling new bullish positioning via PHLX-split and PHLX-trade executions.
Total Values: Total premium paid $1,422,000.
Strike Price: 210
Analysis: The purchase of call options expiring in 522 days entails paying a premium of approximately $0.30 per contract for a strike price above the current spot price, providing bullish exposure to moderate gains. As the trade size surpasses prior open interest, it establishes new long positions in these out-of-the-money calls, capturing directional intent through split and trade mechanisms.

Tickers: CRON, AHCO, MGA, BFLY, SCO, HDB, URA, SATS, REPL, ESTC, SMR, ASTS, ETHA, JKS, BMNR, SHOP, AAPL, TSLA, INTC, AA, GM, IRBT, JBHT

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

JFB Construction Holdings (JFB)
Buyer: Calderon Ruben (Chief Financial Officer)
Shares Purchased: 1,550 (+6.2%)
Price: USD 18.72
Total Value: USD 29,016

Northrim BanCorp Inc (NRIM)
Buyer: Hegna Shauna (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 1,186 (+262.4%)
Price: USD 25.25
Total Value: USD 29,942

First Seacoast Bancorp Inc (FSEA)
Buyer: Donovan Richard M (President and CFO)
Shares Purchased: 900 (+20.3%)
Price: USD 12.32
Total Value: USD 11,088

Barings BDC Inc (BBDC)
Buyer: Byers Stephen R (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 6,761 (+10.7%)
Price: USD 8.97
Total Value: USD 60,644

Donegal Group Inc (DGICA)
Buyer: Donegal Mutual Insurance Co (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 28,000 (+0.2%)
Price: USD 19.81
Total Value: USD 554,719

US Insider Sales

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc (CBRL)
Seller: GMT Capital Corp (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 42,400 (-1.6%)
Price: USD 27.61
Total Value: USD 1,170,664

Belden Inc (BDC)
Seller: Zink Doug (VP and CAO)
Shares Sold: 4,000 (-46.3%)
Price: USD 125.00
Total Value: USD 500,000

InterDigital Wireless Inc (IDCC)
Seller: Kritzmacher John A (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,250 (-6.8%)
Price: USD 357.37
Total Value: USD 446,713

Capri Holdings Ltd (CPRI)
Seller: Mehta Rajal (Interim CFO)
Shares Sold: 10,000 (-93.1%)
Price: USD 25.96
Total Value: USD 259,610

MainStreet Bancshares Inc (MNSB)
Seller: Chmelik Thomas J (CFO, MainStreet Bancshares Inc)
Shares Sold: 5,452 (-7.9%)
Price: USD 20.05
Total Value: USD 109,313

Galectin Therapeutics Inc (GALT)
Seller: Shlevin Harold H. (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 16,790 (-60.0%)
Price: USD 6.27
Total Value: USD 105,206

Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc (CFR)
Seller: Rhodes Coolidge E Jr (Group EVP General Counsel/Sec)
Shares Sold: 700 (-15.6%)
Price: USD 127.00
Total Value: USD 88,900

Northwest Pipe Co (NWPX)
Seller: Wilkins Aaron (CFO)
Shares Sold: 1,241 (-6.3%)
Price: USD 60.10
Total Value: USD 74,588

Southern First Bancshares Inc (SFST)
Seller: Ellison David G (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 1,000 (-2.0%)
Price: USD 53.29
Total Value: USD 53,285

Barings BDC Inc (BBDC)
Seller: Byers Stephen R (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 5,671 (-8.1%)
Price: USD 8.98
Total Value: USD 50,926

Associated Banc-Corp (ASB)
Seller: Utz John A. (Executive Vice President)
Shares Sold: 1,872 (-1.7%)
Price: USD 26.41
Total Value: USD 49,441

CDN Insider Purchases

Dorel Industries Inc (DII.B)
Buyer: Segel, Jeffrey (10% Security Holder of Issuer, Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 14,500 (+28.7%)
Price: CAD 1.60
Total Value: CAD 23,200

CDN Insider Sales

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD)
Seller: Clark, Paul Martyn (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 27,296 (-99.1%)
Price: CAD 122.05
Total Value: CAD 3,331,477

Atco Ltd (ACO.X)
Seller: Southern, Nancy C. (Director of Issuer; Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder; Director or Senior Officer of Insider or Subsidiary of Issuer; Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 55,432 (-16.8%)
Price: CAD 53.06
Total Value: CAD 2,941,122

Canadian Utilities Ltd (CU)
Seller: Southern, Nancy C. (Director of Issuer; Director or Senior Officer of 10% Security Holder; Director or Senior Officer of Insider or Subsidiary of Issuer; Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 59,935 (-46.4%)
Price: CAD 41.37
Total Value: CAD 2,479,379

Institutional Spotlight: December 10, 2025

Australian Oilseeds Holdings Limited (COOT)
ARENA INVESTORS LP holds 1,750,000 shares, representing 6.30% ownership, reflecting a significant institutional position and indicating continued conviction at the fund level.

SilverBox Corp V (SILVERBOX CORP V)
TENOR CAPITAL MANAGEMENT CO LP reported ownership of 1,650,000 shares, equal to 5.90% ownership, marking a meaningful stake that positions the firm among the company’s major holders.

The Marcus Corporation (MCS)
GAMCO INVESTORS INC ET AL maintains a position of 1,200,835 shares, accounting for 5.06% ownership, reinforcing Mario Gabelli’s long-standing institutional presence in the name.

NeoGenomics, Inc. (NEO)
MILLENNIUM MANAGEMENT LLC disclosed ownership of 6,483,428 shares, representing 5.00% ownership, signaling sustained exposure from one of the market’s largest multi-strategy institutions.

Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. (IAS)
GLAZER CAPITAL LLC controls 10,602,032 shares, or 6.32% ownership, highlighting a sizeable and concentrated institutional stake.

Bel Fuse Inc. (BELFA)
GAMCO INVESTORS INC ET AL reported 158,510 shares, equal to 7.49% ownership, underscoring a notable level of influence from the Gabelli organization.

Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II (NCZ)
ADVISORS ASSET MANAGEMENT INC disclosed ownership of 1,006,400 shares, representing 5.29% ownership, establishing the firm as a key institutional holder.

Sprinklr, Inc. (CXM)
H&F CORPORATE INVESTORS IX LTD holds 66,451,466 shares, equating to 33.10% ownership, reflecting a dominant controlling position and long-term sponsorship.

Tickers: COOT, SILVERBOX CORP V, MCS, NEO, IAS, BELFA, NCZ, CXM

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

PRAX, RBRK, VSCO, OKUR, ULTA, SRZN, IOT, NBY, SATS, OCS, GANX, TDUP, TDAY, JBIO, ECX, TERN, RZLT, PVLA, KROS, DBVT, OSS, WBD, EYPT, CAPR, BURL, ALAB, LUV, DLTR, BLBX, DG, TLSI, CRM, GPCR, RDDT, SINT, STX, WDC, DBI, VIAV, MU, ENLV, III, FROG, GDS, LSCC, UAMY, PIPR, U, ENTA, BKNG, THR, VRT, ONON, ADSE, AAL, LIF, MDB, SERV, TENX, DGII, CCCC, FIGS, CIEN, PLCE, EVTL, JBLU, SNDX, AB, KORE, CRGO, NUVB, FIVE, RAPP, DKS, ZETA, ANNX, GMED, PTGX, EDU, NBR, NUTX, NN, NUVL, UPWK, ERAS, AVY, CMC, COHR, CMPS, SNDR, LBTYA, CART, ANAB, AVGO, XMTR, LAZ, M, INBX, FTK, DLR, SLV, FBYD, OWLT, CCAP, INTC, SKY, PAL, TNYA, PLTR, PRM, CIO, SIRI, AUPH, PEN, GS, LYFT, FLEX, TJX, EXPE, ELVN, MGM, ARVN, HUM, FR, MTCH, HPE, IESC, TRIP, MOD, SGI, COMM, META, ASTS, DD, DASH, CORT, SMTC, PCAR, HNRG, MCHP, TWLO, JAZZ, WEX, APGE, KNSA, INSG, CRML, PANW, ROM, CRUS, CYBR, DERM, PLNT, POWL, MIST, ORCL, GRDN, INDV, BILL, RPRX, RVMD, TRMB, ARES, APA, ADI, IPX, MCO, STT, TPR, AXGN, KF, TPG, RGNX, CSW, AM, OUT, TXN, FWRD, STM, CTRI, FIBK, PFE, AOS, CGEMY, TTMI, ZM, ATAT, FFWM, GM, OCUL, APP, BDC, CNTA, ISRG, RAIL, QXO, GOOG, ENTG, GOOGL, HLIT, INSE, BEN, ST, MPWR, QRVO, MCHI, LITE, KNX, TER, UTHR, EPAM, USD, NTRA, EQT, KGS, LRCX, NESR, PCOR, TNDM

Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

EXPORT – Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist

NUAG.TO, TRX.TO, EPRX.TO, TCW.TO, ARE.TO, PHX.TO, YGR.TO, GRSL.V, NFG.V, SHLE.TO, CF.TO, FAR.TO, HAI.TO, SDE.TO, MDI.TO, FURY.TO, VLE.TO, PNE.TO, DPM.TO, CEU.TO, TOU.TO, KNT.TO, BNE.TO, PEY.TO, CURA.TO, ARX.TO, ARG.TO, ATZ.TO, POU.TO, TD.TO, GOLD.TO, SKE.TO, ODV.V, AAV.TO, USA.TO, EMP/A.TO, EFX.TO, PTM.TO, IAU.TO, EXE.TO, KEY.TO, LSPD.TO, DOO.TO, MX.TO, DBM.TO, BNS.TO, FTT.TO, CS.TO, FM.TO, BMO.TO, GGD.TO, TFII.TO, BDGI.TO, OBE.TO, AGF/B.TO, EDV.TO, BB.TO, BTE.TO, PD.TO, GAU.TO, ITR.V, BCE.TO, DOL.TO

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