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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 2025-7-2
The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-7-2. 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.
MicroStrategy Incorporated (MSTR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Over $38 million in call premium was bought versus $15.5 million sold. Put premium was nearly neutral, with slightly more collected than spent.
Total Values: Net premium over $22.7 million
Analysis: Heavy call buying paired with balanced put exposure suggests institutions are positioning for continued upside, likely linked to Bitcoin correlation.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Nearly $24.2 million in call premium bought and virtually no put activity.
Total Values: Net premium over $21.6 million
Analysis: The clean call-heavy setup with no downside protection indicates a high-conviction bullish stance by institutional traders.
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought $41.2 million in call premium and sold $24.5 million. On the put side, more premium was collected than spent.
Total Values: Net premium over $17.5 million
Analysis: The mix of bullish call buying and put selling points to strong institutional confidence in upward momentum.
Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: While call activity was modest, institutions collected over $11.9 million in put premium, far outweighing the minimal $10,500 spent on downside protection.
Total Values: Net premium over $12.4 million
Analysis: The dominance of bullish put selling suggests institutions expect stability or upside in the near term.
Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: Strong call buying at over $26.2 million was met with significant put buying of $28.2 million. Put selling was also substantial at $28.7 million.
Total Values: Net premium over $10.8 million
Analysis: The mix of both put buying and put selling, along with heavy call flows, reflects a hedged stance—possibly bullish with caution or income-generation strategies layered in.
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions collected over $11.6 million in put premium while spending only $1.07 million. No call activity reported.
Total Values: Net premium over $10.5 million
Analysis: Strong put selling with minimal put buying and no call activity implies a stable to bullish outlook based on price holding key levels.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (UPST)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions spent nearly $12.9 million on calls and collected more in put selling than spent on put protection.
Total Values: Net premium over $9.1 million
Analysis: Heavy call buying combined with bullish put selling points to positive sentiment around a potential breakout or continuation move.
Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium bought totaled $4.4 million, and put selling exceeded buying by a wide margin.
Total Values: Net premium over $8 million
Analysis: Institutions appear to be positioning for upside with light downside concern, as reflected in the put selling.
SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (SBET)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought over $2.1 million in call premium while selling $1 million. Put activity was skewed toward bullish selling, with more premium collected than paid.
Total Values: Net premium over $1.3 million
Analysis: The combination of strong call buying and net put selling suggests institutions are positioning for continued upside despite the stock’s lower liquidity profile.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Over $2 million in call premium bought, paired with bullish put selling activity.
Total Values: Net premium over $1.3 million
Analysis: The flow leans bullish, with institutions likely positioning for a stable to higher move in the name, potentially tied to earnings or enterprise spending momentum.
CleanSpark, Inc. (CLSK)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought $2 million in call premium, outpacing the $756,000 sold. On the put side, premium collected exceeded premium spent.
Total Values: Net premium over $1.3 million
Analysis: The overall structure shows a bullish tone, consistent with the strength seen in crypto-related equities.
Rigetti Computing, Inc. (RGTI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought $3.3 million in call premium and sold $2 million, while put premium collected slightly outpaced that spent.
Total Values: Net premium over $1.2 million
Analysis: The flow appears bullish, with call activity dominant and limited downside concern.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium bought totaled $711,000, with no significant put exposure.
Total Values: Net premium over $663,000
Analysis: Modest but clean bullish interest, potentially positioning ahead of commodity price shifts or earnings-related moves.
CSX Corporation (CSX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: A single $727,500 call bought with minor put activity.
Total Values: Net premium over $648,000
Analysis: While light in volume, the trade suggests bullish conviction in rail or transport exposure.
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Single $522,000 call bought and $114,000 in put premium collected.
Total Values: Net premium over $636,000
Analysis: The paired call buying and put selling reinforce bullish positioning despite low trade frequency.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought nearly $938,000 in call premium with modest put protection.
Total Values: Net premium over $627,000
Analysis: The flow suggests bullish directional interest, potentially tied to retail or consumer spending momentum.
Bunge Global SA (BG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium of $616,000 was bought with no put activity.
Total Values: Net premium over $616,000
Analysis: Institutions appear to be speculating on upside potential, possibly due to agricultural commodity trends.
SEALSQ Corp (LAES)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Light activity, with $71,385 in call premium bought and no put trades.
Total Values: Net premium over $71,000
Analysis: While small, the absence of downside protection paired with directional call buying reflects a bullish tilt.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Modest call premium bought at $602,000 with no puts traded.
Total Values: Net premium over $602,000
Analysis: Institutions may be positioning for seasonal or fundamental upside in the name.
NIKE, Inc. (NKE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought $11 million in calls and sold only $6.2 million, with modest bullish put selling observed.
Total Values: Net premium over $5.7 million
Analysis: The positive call activity and put selling reflect a favorable outlook on trend continuation.
The Clorox Company (CLX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions collected $5.4 million in put premium while spending only $550,000.
Total Values: Net premium over $4.9 million
Analysis: Bullish put selling suggests confidence that price will hold above key levels.
Bank of America (BAC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying at $17.6 million with over $12 million in calls sold. Put activity skewed bullish with over $330,000 in premium collected.
Total Values: Net premium over $4.8 million
Analysis: The mix of call buying and put selling points to bullish positioning for further upside in financials.
Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutions bought over $6.2 million in call premium while selling $2.3 million. More put premium was collected than spent.
Total Values: Net premium over $4.1 million
Analysis: The flow supports a bullish view on Bitcoin proxy names.
IREN Limited (IREN)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: Healthy call buying, but put buying and selling were nearly even, slightly favoring protection.
Total Values: Net premium over $3.4 million
Analysis: A more cautious stance compared to peers, possibly bracing for volatility.
First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying with low put exposure.
Total Values: Net premium over $3.1 million
Analysis: Reflects bullish conviction in the solar space with limited hedging.
Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium bought totaled $2.8 million, with limited put exposure.
Total Values: Net premium over $3 million
Analysis: Institutional flows indicate a bullish lean for chip stocks.
Uber Technologies Inc. (UBER)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call premium bought was solid at $7 million, paired with balanced put activity.
Total Values: Net premium over $2.8 million
Analysis: Flow supports a bullish lean amid strengthening price action.
PayPal Holdings Inc. (PYPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Over $2.7 million in call premium bought and no significant put exposure.
Total Values: Net premium over $2.5 million
Analysis: Clean bullish setup with no visible downside protection.
Vale S.A. (VALE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying and put selling activity resulted in a net premium over $2.5 million.
Total Values: Net premium over $2.5 million
Analysis: The pattern suggests bullish interest in commodity-linked equities.
SoundHound AI Inc. (SOUN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Nearly $3.2 million in call premium bought, with low put exposure.
Total Values: Net premium over $2.1 million
Analysis: Institutions are chasing upside potential in AI-related names.
Important Note: The numbers in this report represent only large institutional block trades and are not reflective of total market activity.
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 2025-7-2
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.
Bloomin’ Brands (BLMN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call contracts bought for August 15, 2025 expiry at the $10 strike, with trade size exceeding prior open interest, indicating a new position is being opened.
Total Values: $127,080
Strike Price: $10
Analysis: With the spot price at $10.07, the strike sits just below current levels. The trade suggests a bullish outlook over the next forty-four days, potentially positioning for a move higher or capitalizing on upcoming catalysts.
Vale (VALE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call contracts bought for December 19, 2025 expiry at the $11 strike, with size larger than existing open interest, signaling new positioning.
Total Values: $1,628,610
Strike Price: $11
Analysis: With the spot price at $10.27, the trade reflects a long-term bullish view, expecting the stock to rise above the strike over the next one hundred seventy days.
Galaxy Digital (GLXY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple large call buys at the $22.50 strike for March 20, 2026 expiry, all larger than prior open interest.
Total Values: $1,603,560
Strike Price: $22.50
Analysis: Spot price at $22.51 suggests traders are positioning for a continued breakout or sustained strength over the next two hundred sixty-one days. The repeated sweep activity reinforces bullish conviction.
Upstart Holdings (UPST)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Massive call buying activity at the $80 strike for January 16, 2026 expiry, with all trades exceeding prior open interest.
Total Values: $7,967,741
Strike Price: $80
Analysis: Spot price ranging from $71.62 to $72.70 indicates a bullish outlook with traders targeting a move above $80 within one hundred ninety-eight days.
Comcast (CMCSA)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: Heavy call buying across three expirations—July 18, July 25, and September 18, 2026—with strikes at $36.50 and $37. Concurrently, multiple puts were sold, especially a large position at the $32.50 strike for 2026 expiry.
Total Values: $338,932 in calls, $902,896 in puts sold
Strike Price: Calls at $36.50 and $37, Puts sold at $32.50 and $34
Analysis: With the spot price around $35.87, the call buying reflects bullish short-term momentum, while put selling below current levels shows confidence in price stability. The blend of strategies indicates a neutral-to-bullish stance.
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: August 15, 2025 call buying at $9 and $10 strikes, with some trades exceeding prior open interest.
Total Values: $121,728
Strike Price: $9–$10
Analysis: With spot around $8.70, the trade targets a move back toward or above the round-number resistance area.
Bunge (BG)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for July 18 and January 16 expiries at the $85 strike, all above prior open interest.
Total Values: $616,773
Strike Price: $85
Analysis: Spot price near $81.45 places the $85 strike within reach over both short and long-term timeframes. Bullish sentiment evident.
Shopify (SHOP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Put sold for November 21, 2025 expiry at the $120 strike.
Total Values: $1,753,500
Strike Price: $120
Analysis: Spot at $115.70, the put sale reflects bullish confidence in SHOP staying above the $120 level over the next one hundred forty-two days. Premium was collected.
Marathon Digital (MARA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: July 25, 2025 calls bought at the $18.50 strike with size exceeding prior open interest.
Total Values: $347,650
Strike Price: $18.50
Analysis: Spot near $17.33, the trade signals expectation for a breakout within the next twenty-three days.
Editas Medicine (EDIT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying at $2.50 strike for July 18 expiry, with premium levels reflecting elevated implied volatility.
Total Values: $90,408
Strike Price: $2.50
Analysis: Spot at $2.67, suggests positioning for a short-term continuation or squeeze. Sixteen days remain until expiry.
Ionis Pharmaceuticals (IONS)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Calls bought for July 18 and January 16 expiries at $40 and $45 strikes.
Total Values: $264,111
Strike Price: $40–$45
Analysis: With spot between $43.13 and $43.10, traders expect a continuation higher in both near and long-term timeframes.
Adient (ADNT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Extensive call buying at the $22.50 strike for August 15, 2025 expiry. All trades exceed prior open interest.
Total Values: $1,316,711
Strike Price: $22.50
Analysis: Spot price around $21.63 to $22.34 places the strike slightly above current levels, signaling positioning for a breakout within forty-four days.
TeraWulf (WULF)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying at the $8 strike for September 19, 2025 expiry, all trades larger than existing open interest.
Total Values: $66,090
Strike Price: $8
Analysis: With the spot price at $4.85, the strike is significantly higher, reflecting aggressive bullish sentiment over the next seventy-nine days, likely tied to crypto-related momentum.
Qualcomm (QCOM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call buying at the $162.50 strike for July 11, 2025 expiry, with trade size well above prior open interest.
Total Values: $2,863,470
Strike Price: $162.50
Analysis: With the spot price at $161.02, these near-the-money calls show confidence in a continued short-term rally over the next nine days.
C3.ai (AI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying at $22.50 (July 18 expiry) and $30 (August 15 expiry) with elevated premium paid.
Total Values: $268,883
Strike Price: $22.50 and $30
Analysis: Spot price at $25.94 shows that the $22.50 trade is in-the-money and the $30 slightly out-of-the-money, suggesting mixed views on upside extension.
Victoria’s Secret (VSCO)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call purchases at the $22 strike for July 18, 2025 expiry, all with size above prior open interest.
Total Values: $715,979
Strike Price: $22
Analysis: With the spot price at $20.16, the trade appears to be positioning for a breakout above resistance within the next sixteen days.
CSX Corporation (CSX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large call purchase at the $37.50 strike for January 16, 2026 expiry, exceeding prior open interest.
Total Values: $727,500
Strike Price: $37.50
Analysis: With the spot price at $33.55, this long-dated trade reflects optimism for a rally over the next one hundred ninety-eight days.
Mobileye (MBLY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Active call buying across July and August expirations at strikes between $20.50 and $22, with one July trade flagged as size over prior open interest.
Total Values: $146,922
Strike Price: $20.50–$22
Analysis: With spot around $19.22–$19.27, traders are targeting a move above key resistance levels over the next forty-four days.
NextDecade Corp (NEXT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Multiple call buys at the $13 strike for October 17, 2025 and January 16, 2026 expirations, all flagged as size greater than prior open interest.
Total Values: $134,797
Strike Price: $13
Analysis: With the spot price at $8.93, this trade implies strong conviction in a long-term upside breakout.
Intel (INTC)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Puts sold at the $23 strike for November 21, 2025 expiry, with size over prior open interest.
Total Values: $711,450
Strike Price: $23
Analysis: With spot at $21.83, the trader is collecting premium while expressing confidence that INTC will remain above the strike over the next one hundred forty-two days.
NexGen Energy (NXE)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying for July 18 and August 15 expirations at strikes of $8 and $9.
Total Values: $45,050
Strike Price: $8–$9
Analysis: Spot price near $6.78 reflects a speculative bet on strength in the uranium space over the next sixteen to forty-four days.
Unity Software (U)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying across multiple expirations at $24 and $26.50 strikes, some at-the-money and some out-of-the-money.
Total Values: $297,959
Strike Price: $24 and $26.50
Analysis: With spot price at $24.22–$24.36, traders appear to be positioning for a short-term rally as the stock attempts to hold above key technical levels.
Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying at $57.50 and $65 strikes for August 15, 2025 and January 15, 2027 expirations. All trades exceed prior open interest.
Total Values: $634,005
Strike Price: $57.50 and $65
Analysis: Spot near $55.44–$55.80 shows confidence in a breakout toward higher resistance zones. The 2027 trade in particular reflects a longer-term bullish stance.
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
Freedom Holding Corp (FRHC)
Buyer: Lukyanov Sergey (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 3,100 (+2.5%)
Price: USD 146.64
Total Value: USD 454,584
Nuveen Global Cities REIT Inc
Buyer: MacCarthy John L (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 21,739 (+1569.2%)
Price: USD 11.50
Total Value: USD 250,000
QNB Corp (QNBC)
Buyer: Stevenson Scott R (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+16.4%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Stauffer W Randall (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+0.5%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Ray-Chaudhuri Ranajoy (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+20.2%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Mann Jennifer L (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+3.0%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: BROWN KENNETH F JR (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+0.2%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Gorski Gerald E (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+99.3%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Bimes Randy S. (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+0.1%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: Bergman Laurie (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+20.2%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Buyer: BAYLES AUTUMN R (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 285 (+11.9%)
Price: USD 33.69
Total Value: USD 9,602
Invesco Commercial Real Estate Finance Trust Inc
Buyer: Rose Charlie (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 2,500 (+inf%)
Price: USD 25.58
Total Value: USD 63,942
Diamond Hill Securitized Credit Fund (DHCIX)
Buyer: Kelly-Jones John T (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,880 (+inf%)
Price: USD 10.55
Total Value: USD 114,789
US Insider Sales
Carvana Co (CVNA)
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 2,096 (-100.0%)
Price: USD 340.30
Total Value: USD 713,268
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 5,075 (-70.8%)
Price: USD 339.26
Total Value: USD 1,721,759
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 12,849 (-64.2%)
Price: USD 338.43
Total Value: USD 4,348,509
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 10,411 (-34.2%)
Price: USD 337.52
Total Value: USD 3,513,906
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 11,937 (-28.2%)
Price: USD 336.37
Total Value: USD 4,015,244
Seller: GARCIA ERNEST C. II (Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 7,632 (-15.3%)
Price: USD 335.43
Total Value: USD 2,560,010
Iron Mountain Inc (IRM)
Seller: Meaney William L (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 2,624 (-100.0%)
Price: USD 101.85
Total Value: USD 267,260
Seller: Meaney William L (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 12,339 (-82.5%)
Price: USD 101.01
Total Value: USD 1,246,325
Seller: Meaney William L (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 54,162 (-78.4%)
Price: USD 100.14
Total Value: USD 5,423,566
ZoomInfo Technologies Inc (ZI)
Seller: Roth James M (Officer)
Shares Sold: 14,773 (-26.5%)
Price: USD 10.05
Total Value: USD 148,469
Seller: McGrane Ashley (Officer)
Shares Sold: 1,398 (-6.2%)
Price: USD 10.05
Total Value: USD 14,049
Mueller Industries Inc (MLI)
Seller: Sigloch Steffen (Officer)
Shares Sold: 17,831 (-12.9%)
Price: USD 82.62
Total Value: USD 1,473,251
UiPath Inc (PATH)
Seller: Dines Daniel (Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 45,000 (-0.8%)
Price: USD 12.54
Total Value: USD 564,251
Seller: Gupta Ashim (Officer)
Shares Sold: 56,322 (-6.1%)
Price: USD 12.72
Total Value: USD 716,489
Greif Inc (GEF)
Seller: Rosgaard Ole G (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 19,248 (-19.7%)
Price: USD 70.00
Total Value: USD 1,347,360
DocuSign Inc (DOCU)
Seller: Thygesen Allan C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 19,315 (-11.8%)
Price: USD 77.78
Total Value: USD 1,502,321
Seller: Thygesen Allan C. (Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 20,685 (-11.2%)
Price: USD 77.26
Total Value: USD 1,598,123
Wayfair Inc (W)
Seller: Shah Niraj (Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 37,084 (-13.5%)
Price: USD 53.37
Total Value: USD 1,979,173
Seller: Shah Niraj (Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 142,623 (-34.2%)
Price: USD 52.38
Total Value: USD 7,470,593
Seller: Conine Steven (Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 38,073 (-13.9%)
Price: USD 53.36
Total Value: USD 2,031,575
Seller: Conine Steven (Executive Director, Large shareholder)
Shares Sold: 142,870 (-34.3%)
Price: USD 52.38
Total Value: USD 7,483,531
CDN Insider Purchases
The Good Flour Corp.
Buyer: Aasen, Olen John (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 1,466,666 (+580.3%)
Price: CAD 0.15
Total Value: CAD 220,000
Gunpoint Exploration Ltd (GUN)
Buyer: Reifel, P. Randy (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 242,000 (+6.5%)
Price: CAD 0.42
Total Value: CAD 101,640
Buyer: Reifel, P. Randy (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 6,000 (+0.2%)
Price: CAD 0.42
Total Value: CAD 2,520
IAMGOLD Corp (OLD)
Buyer: O’Hagan, Lawrence Peter (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 8,276 (+9.6%)
Price: USD 7.27
Total Value: USD 60,125
Buyer: O’Hagan, Lawrence Peter (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 4,500 (+5.6%)
Price: USD 7.26
Total Value: USD 32,670
Buyer: O’Hagan, Lawrence Peter (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 700 (+0.8%)
Price: USD 7.28
Total Value: USD 5,093
Buyer: O’Hagan, Lawrence Peter (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 304 (+0.4%)
Price: USD 7.27
Total Value: USD 2,210
First Nordic Metals Corp (FNM)
Buyer: Singh, Taj (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 578,000 (+29.6%)
Price: CAD 0.39
Total Value: CAD 225,420
NovaGold Resources Inc (NG)
Buyer: Kyle, Hume (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,000
Price: CAD 5.60
Total Value: CAD 56,000
Athena Gold Corporation
Buyer: Kushner, Koby (Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 1,440,000
Price: CAD 0.05
Total Value: CAD 72,000
Aris Mining Corp (ARIS)
Buyer: Thomas, Richard (Officer)
Shares Purchased: 2,500 (+4.0%)
Price: CAD 9.04
Total Value: CAD 22,600
Carrier Connect Data Solutions Inc (CCDS)
Buyer: Binns, Mark (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Purchased: 10,000 (+0.5%)
Price: CAD 0.69
Total Value: CAD 6,900
CDN Insider Sales
The Good Flour Corp.
Seller: Aasen, Olen John (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 67,000 (-3.9%)
Price: CAD 0.15
Total Value: CAD 10,050
D-Box Technologies Inc (DBO)
Seller: Chandler, Joshua Ari (Officer)
Shares Sold: 50,000
Price: CAD 0.32
Total Value: CAD 15,795
Institutional Spotlight: Notable Accumulation Trends Signal Confidence
Institutional activity surged in today’s filings, revealing a series of noteworthy purchases that suggest growing conviction across several small to mid-cap names.
Hill Path Capital LP, led by Scott Ross, continues to demonstrate significant influence over SeaWorld Entertainment (SEAS), with a disclosed position of 27,266,576 shares, representing a commanding 49.60% ownership stake. This level of control places Hill Path as a dominant force behind the company’s strategic direction and signals continued commitment to the theme park operator’s long-term prospects.
In the energy sector, Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, under Murray Stahl, reported a new filing in Permian Basin Royalty Trust (PBT), now holding 5,839,825 shares, equal to 12.50% ownership. The accumulation comes amid renewed interest in royalty-based income plays, especially those with exposure to U.S. energy production. This sizeable stake marks Horizon’s positioning for yield-driven performance in the current market cycle.
Bard Associates Inc. disclosed a newly reported position in Paymentus Holdings (PMNT), accumulating 4,400,000 shares for a 16.40% stake. Such a concentrated position suggests high conviction in the digital billing and payment processing company, likely tied to expectations of secular growth in enterprise payment solutions.
Commodore Capital LP, managed by Egen Atkinson, took a notable position in Cidara Therapeutics (CDTX), disclosing ownership of 1,175,000 shares, or 5.50% of the company. This filing follows heightened interest in biotech names with asymmetric risk/reward profiles, and may reflect optimism around the company’s ongoing clinical developments.
In industrials, Brandes Investment Partners LP reported a substantial stake in Kennametal Inc. (KMT), owning 8,155,040 shares, which amounts to 10.70% ownership. The move may indicate a value-based approach to the industrial tools and materials sector, which has lagged broader industrial benchmarks and may be poised for mean reversion.
Global asset manager BlackRock Inc. disclosed a significant ownership position in Grupo Cibest S.A., totaling 55,888,170 shares, or 12.40% of the company. This level of exposure affirms the firm’s continued interest in international diversification and emerging market growth themes.
Seidman Lawrence B, a familiar name in community banking circles, revealed a 9.51% stake in Bankwell Financial Group (BWFG), totaling 748,994 shares. This aligns with Seidman’s historic pattern of taking activist or high-conviction positions in regional banks, often tied to consolidation or revaluation plays.
Empery Asset Management LP filed a new position in Volcon, Inc. (VLCN), disclosing 26,594 shares, just under the 5% reporting threshold at 4.99%. Although modest in size, the stake may represent a toehold in the electric powersports niche as speculative bets on micro-cap innovators remain in favor among aggressive funds.
Finally, Calamos Wealth Management LLC reported owning 6,701,241 shares of the Calamos Aksia Alternative Credit and Income Fund, amounting to 11.00% ownership. This reinforces growing institutional interest in alternative credit products as investors look beyond traditional fixed income in search of yield with downside protection.
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 – 2025-06-28
NCPL, VOR, QTIH, LIVE, UNCY, SATS, KTOS, NLSP, BRBS, EVTL, FBRX, IREN, RDVT, BA, ZIM, AZ, GRAB, ENVA, GRRR, TLSI, ARM, RCL, ONDS, TBPH, HWM, CCL, CVNA, CRGO, AS, MRCY, VITL, EME, SPR, FLS, NUTX, FIX, SGHC, AIRS, CPNG, PSNL, TOST, HLT, QUBT, STRW, LBRDK, CDTX, MD, URGN, BILI, GOOGL, AMZN, BEN, GILD, DPRO, FLUT, STNE, DAVE, VRT, DY, SWKH, GEV, VST, CALX, GROW, CRBG, EXPE, PINS, FFIV, GOOG, OWLT, WYNN, TCRT, LOAR, BTO, TPC, TSM, LUV, DERM, PHAT, BSVN, WRBY, INDV, LYV, AGX, SAP, BSX, TDG, AXP, ZM, IESC, LMB, AXON, IRDM, CNM, REVG, KKR, CHTR, CORZ, NVDA, BKNG, AFRM, PRIM, PARA, RPRX, WGS, CLS, LNSR, HEDJ, MITT, USD, BLK, LEVI, DG, GDS, TW, F, DKNG, LIF, DXCM, CARR, ETN, ALNY, PFGC, CARG, MAR, BGC, LOPE, GE, LH, SNPS, COUR, RTX, GF, RSI, MAMA, ASMB, MCO, UPRO, WBD, TEAF, ATI, LLYVA, AER, WMT, MGRC, SGI, BK, CBOE, NFLX, STRL, APTV, KO, BV, ARES, FROG, FIGS, GPI, SGHT, MCB, YOU, ELF, TS, VCTR, DOCS, HAS, DASH, CAAP, PCF, HON, NOW, SANM, NRIM, TWLO, GM, CSX, META, QRVO, IBKR, TPR, CW
Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist
EXPORT – CDN – Institutional – 2025-06-28
ONC.TO, CAE.TO, EQB.TO, TWM.TO, LMN.V, SIS.TO, DPRO.CA, MTY.TO, TRP.TO, TFII.TO, AP/UN.TO, CLS.TO, KMP/UN.TO, NDM.TO, ARE.TO, STN.TO, RUS.TO, NFI.TO, FTT.TO, ET.TO, KEL.TO, EU.V, TOU.TO, BEI/UN.TO, BN.TO, SLF.TO, POU.TO, CSU.TO, LB.TO, CRR/UN.TO, HLF.TO, POW\.TO, NXR/UN.TO, WSP.TO, BEPC.TO, GWO.TO, MG.TO, TRI.TO, CTC/A.TO, EIF.TO, SAP.TO, EMA.TO, EMP/A.TO, CJ.TO, REI/UN.TO, CIGI.TO, SIA.TO, KXS.TO, NA.TO, IAG.TO, PEY.TO, JWEL.TO, ALA.TO, WN.TO, IFC.TO, AQN.TO, SGD.V, BMO.TO, VNP.TO, PIF.TO, CHP/UN.TO, NWH/UN.TO, DFY.TO, PBH.TO, TPZ.TO, CM.TO, GEI.TO, CCA.TO, CGO.TO, GRT/UN.TO, MTL.TO, OBE.TO, ATZ.TO, RCH.TO, MFC.TO, KBL.TO, BAM.TO, ALS.TO, DOO.TO, PZA.TO, SES.TO, TIH.TO, MDA.TO, RY.TO, WPK.TO, BNS.TO, KEY.TO
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