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Unusual Activity Report
This daily report focuses on three key components that can lead to market momentum: unusual options activity, insider buying, and institutional sponsorship. By scanning for these signals each day, we uncover potential stock movements driven by notable trades, insider transactions, and institutional investments. Using advanced algorithms and proprietary research methods, we sift through vast amounts of data to identify unique opportunities, offering timely insights highlighting emerging market momentum.
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Standout Options Trades
This section highlights notable options trades reflecting significant sentiment—bullish, bearish, or mixed—characterized by high-dollar-value transactions or large trade sizes exceeding prior open interest. When open interest rises from the previous day, it often indicates the creation of new positions rather than the closing of existing ones, suggesting a fresh outlook on the underlying stock or ETF.
For instance, call buying generally signals an expectation of upward movement, while selling calls suggest the trader anticipates the price will stay below a certain level. Put selling reflects confidence that the price will hold above the strike, implying stability. In contrast, put buying may reveal a bearish outlook or serve as a hedge against a larger bullish position elsewhere.
Note: This report highlights large, unusual options trades identified for their size and potential impact, representing individual sentiment rather than broad market consensus. These trades are informational and are not intended as buy or sell signals. They reflect noteworthy activity observed during the trading day and should be viewed as one part of a broader analysis.
Options Flow Analysis: Trading Day 2025-3-26
The following analysis focuses on the Stock Options Flow Leaderboard for the trading day 2025-3-26. 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.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong institutional buying of calls paired with even larger put selling. Notably, more premium was collected from selling puts than spent buying calls, indicating aggressive bullish positioning.
Total Values: $4.84M in call premium bought, $5.53M in put premium collected
Expectations: With bullish flows on both sides—call buying and put selling—institutions are positioning for upside or price stability. Premium collected from puts exceeded all other categories, suggesting confidence that the stock will stay above the sold strike.
Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: One massive institutional put sell with no calls traded.
Total Values: $5.94M in put premium collected
Expectations: The entire premium came from selling puts, signaling conviction that downside is limited and the price will remain above the sold level.
Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy call buying combined with significant put selling. Institutions were active on both bullish fronts while trimming some call exposure through sales.
Total Values: $8.55M in call premium bought, $7.64M in put premium collected
Expectations: Strong bullish activity, particularly from call buyers and put sellers, shows confidence in sustained or rising prices.
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: Call buying was heavy, but calls were also sold in larger dollar terms. Put selling was significant, but still overshadowed by large put buying.
Total Values: $28.90M in call premium bought, $43.10M in put premium collected
Expectations: While institutions are still collecting a large amount from put selling, the heavy put buying signals hedging or downside concern. Overall, sentiment is mixed.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Institutional flows were skewed toward buying calls and selling puts, a traditionally bullish posture.
Total Values: $4.10M in call premium bought, $409K in put premium collected
Expectations: With puts being sold and calls being bought, expectations favor stability or a rise in price from current levels.
JD.com, Inc. (JD)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Strong call buying activity and put selling both support bullish sentiment.
Total Values: $3.40M in call premium bought, $502K in put premium collected
Expectations: The activity reflects optimism for price appreciation or at least confidence that shares will stay above the sold put levels.
FedEx Corporation (FDX)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Only significant premium came from institutional put buying.
Total Values: $1.56M in put premium paid
Expectations: With no bullish activity and only downside hedging, expectations lean toward risk of a pullback or protection against a drop.
AppLovin Corporation (APP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling despite light activity elsewhere implies bullish outlook through premium collection.
Total Values: $2.65M in put premium collected
Expectations: Institutions are confident the price will stay above the sold put levels, reflecting a strong bullish stance.
Bilibili Inc. (BILI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buyers were active, and puts were both bought and sold, but the overall net premium and call focus indicates bullishness.
Total Values: $2.35M in call premium bought
Expectations: Net call premium dominates the flow, supporting a positive outlook on price.
Nano Dimension Ltd. (NNDM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Large institutional put selling dominates the flow.
Total Values: $1.92M in put premium collected
Expectations: With no call action and strong put selling, institutions are expressing high confidence that the stock holds above key levels.
GE Vernova Inc. (GEV)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Primarily characterized by large put selling.
Total Values: $2.09M in put premium collected
Expectations: Institutions are collecting premium from selling puts, showing conviction that prices will remain above support.
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Flows consist entirely of put selling.
Total Values: $1.84M in put premium collected
Expectations: Institutions are expressing bullishness via put selling, betting on price stability or upside.
Sanofi (SNY)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Put selling was the only notable institutional trade.
Total Values: $1.56M in put premium collected
Expectations: A single-sided put sell shows confidence in the stock remaining above critical support.
Devon Energy Corporation (DVN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buyers were present, and put sellers collected large premiums.
Total Values: $959K in call premium bought, $931K in put premium collected
Expectations: Bullish bias supported by dual flows—calls bought and puts sold—with institutions positioning for stability or upside.
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (ZIM)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Heavy put selling despite some put buying shows a bullish tilt.
Total Values: $1.81M in put premium collected
Expectations: Institutions are betting the downside is limited by selling puts and collecting premium.
Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Dominated by put selling.
Total Values: $1.54M in put premium collected
Expectations: With minimal call activity and significant put sales, the sentiment leans bullish.
Shopify Inc. (SHOP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Majority of premium activity came from call buying.
Total Values: $1.80M in call premium bought
Expectations: Strong bullish sentiment reflected through aggressive call buying.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM)
Sentiment: Mixed
Options Activity: Both calls and puts were active, with slightly more call premium purchased, but also substantial put buying.
Total Values: $4.35M in call premium bought, $4.04M in put premium collected
Expectations: Balanced positioning with bullish lean, though the presence of large put buying tempers the conviction.
Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: Call buying and put selling drove the flows.
Total Values: $1.70M in call premium bought, $494K in put premium collected
Expectations: Bullish flows suggest positioning for further upside.
MARA Holdings, Inc. (MARA)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: High activity in call buying and put selling, reflecting strong bullish interest.
Total Values: $1.91M in call premium bought, $349K in put premium collected
Expectations: Institutions are expecting the stock to continue upward or at least hold above current levels.
Individual Options Trades: Trading Day 2025-3-26
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.
iShares MSCI Germany ETF (EWG)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Multiple large-scale PUT purchases across several expirations. Notably, PUTs at the $36 and $37 strikes were bought expiring on April 17, 2025 (22 days to expire), with spot near $37.53. Further PUT buying occurred for the $37 strike expiring May 16, 2025 (51 days to expire), and the $38 strike expiring July 18, 2025 (114 days to expire). Additionally, CALLs at the $37 strike were sold for the May 16 expiry, and $39 strike CALLs were sold for April 17, 2025.
Total Values: Over $946,000 in premium spent on PUTs, approximately $219,000 in premium collected from CALL selling
Strike Price: $36–$39
Expectations: With EWG trading around $37.53, the concentrated PUT buying near-the-money and slightly out-of-the-money signals a bearish outlook or hedging interest. The CALL selling below spot reinforces a bearish stance, expecting the ETF to stay below these levels.
First Solar (FSLR)
Sentiment: Bearish
Options Activity: Significant long-dated PUT buying for the January 15, 2027 expiration (660 days to expire) at the $125 strike while the stock trades around $128.75.
Total Values: Over $17.3 million in premium spent
Strike Price: $125
Expectations: With FSLR at $128.75, the large investment in deep-dated $125 PUTs indicates a bearish bet or a sizable hedge expecting potential downside over a long horizon.
Target Corporation (TGT)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: CALLs bought at the $110 strike for the June 20, 2025 expiration (87 days to expire), above the spot price of $106.01. The size exceeded prior open interest.
Total Values: $1,118,000 in premium spent
Strike Price: $110
Expectations: With TGT trading at $106.01, the purchase of out-of-the-money CALLs suggests bullish sentiment, expecting a move above $110 by late June.
S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures (VXX)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: PUTs sold at the $47 strike for the September 19, 2025 expiration (177 days to expire), with spot at $47.12.
Total Values: $949,050 in premium collected
Strike Price: $47
Expectations: With VXX trading at $47.12, selling $47 PUTs just below spot shows confidence the ETF will stay above this level. Premium was collected, suggesting a bullish or neutral stance favoring stability or mild upside.
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: CALL buying at the $35 strike for the October 17, 2025 expiration (205 days to expire), with spot at $34.01. Multiple trades exceeded open interest, indicating new positioning.
Total Values: $330,000 in premium spent
Strike Price: $35
Expectations: With KDP trading at $34.01, the purchase of $35 CALLs suggests bullish expectations of a move above that level before expiration.
Devon Energy (DVN)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: PUTs sold at the $40 strike for the June 18, 2026 expiration (449 days to expire), with the spot price at $37.64.
Total Values: $931,500 in premium collected
Strike Price: $40
Expectations: With DVN trading below the $40 strike, this deep out-of-the-money PUT selling reflects a bullish stance focused on premium collection, anticipating the stock will rise above or stay near this level over the long term.
Bilibili Inc. (BILI)
Sentiment: Bullish
Options Activity: CALLs bought at the $20 strike for the October 17, 2025 expiration (205 days to expire), with spot at $19.41.
Total Values: $2,214,000 in premium spent
Strike Price: $20
Expectations: With BILI at $19.41, the out-of-the-money CALL buying points to bullish expectations for a move higher, likely targeting a breakout above $20.
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
Immunome Inc (IMNM)
Buyer: SIEGALL CLAY B (President and CEO)
Shares Purchased: 137,100 (+20.5%)
Price: USD 7.29
Total Value: USD 999,459
STAAR Surgical Co (STAA)
Buyer: BROADWOOD PARTNERS, L.P. (Large shareholder)
Shares Purchased: 34,296 (+0.3%)
Price: USD 17.44
Total Value: USD 598,177
F&G Annuities & Life Inc (FG)
Buyer: Blunt Christopher O (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Purchased: 10,000 (+1.2%)
Price: USD 35.65
Total Value: USD 356,450
Genesis Energy LP (GEL)
Buyer: Gaspard Garland G (Senior Vice President)
Shares Purchased: 5,016 (+25.7%)
Price: USD 15.96
Total Value: USD 80,030
Prospect Capital Corp (PSEC)
Buyer: Barry John F (Chief Executive Officer)
Shares Purchased: 24,000 (+0.0%)
Price: USD 4.24
Total Value: USD 101,681
US Insider Sales
Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)
Seller: Armstrong Brian (Chairman and CEO)
Shares Sold: 10,000 (-95.0%)
Price: USD 198.15
Total Value: USD 1,981,538
Quantum Computing Inc (QUBT)
Seller: Huang Yuping (Chief Quantum Officer)
Shares Sold: 200,000 (-0.8%)
Price: USD 8.48
Total Value: USD 1,696,400
Duolingo Inc (DUOL)
Seller: Meese Robert (Chief Business Officer)
Shares Sold: 5,351 (-3.8%)
Price: USD 320.02
Total Value: USD 1,712,448
Willis Lease Finance Corp (WLFC)
Seller: Flaherty Scott B. (EVP, CFO)
Shares Sold: 8,435 (-10.6%)
Price: USD 178.73
Total Value: USD 1,507,588
DoorDash Inc (DASH)
Seller: Inukonda Ravi (Chief Financial Officer)
Shares Sold: 7,230 (-2.1%)
Price: USD 197.98
Total Value: USD 1,431,366
Paylocity Holding Corp (PCTY)
Seller: Sarowitz Steven I (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 13,981 (-3.2%)
Price: USD 195.16
Total Value: USD 2,728,532
MicroStrategy Inc (MSTR)
Seller: Le Phong (President & CEO)
Shares Sold: 2,262 (-10.5%)
Price: USD 329.08
Total Value: USD 744,379
Joby Aviation Inc (JOBY)
Seller: Sciarra Paul Cahill (Non-Executive Director)
Shares Sold: 166,667 (-0.3%)
Price: USD 6.78
Total Value: USD 1,130,002
Willis Lease Finance Corp (WLFC)
Seller: Flaherty Scott B. (EVP, CFO)
Shares Sold: 5,026 (-6.0%)
Price: USD 184.50
Total Value: USD 927,297
CDN Insider Purchases
Blueberries Medical Corp (BBM)
Buyer: Garreton, Facundo (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 40,090,909
Price: CAD 0.01
Total Value: CAD 441,000
Blueberries Medical Corp (BBM)
Buyer: Garreton, Facundo (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 25,974,026 (+11.0%)
Price: CAD 0.01
Total Value: CAD 285,714
Blueberries Medical Corp (BBM)
Buyer: Rodriguez, Guillermo Pablo (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 30,000,000 (+672.3%)
Price: CAD 0.01
Total Value: CAD 330,000
Cerro De Pasco Resources Inc (CDPR)
Buyer: Sprott, Eric (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 3,500,000 (+4.3%)
Price: CAD 0.25
Total Value: CAD 875,000
Cerro De Pasco Resources Inc (CDPR)
Buyer: 2176423 Ontario Ltd. (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 3,500,000 (+4.3%)
Price: CAD 0.25
Total Value: CAD 875,000
Peyto Exploration and Development Corp.
Buyer: Gray, Don (Director of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 41,900 (+3.1%)
Price: CAD 18.15
Total Value: CAD 760,485
Stack Capital Group Inc (STCK)
Buyer: Meiers, Jason (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 20,000 (+15.8%)
Price: CAD 11.05
Total Value: CAD 221,000
Canaccord Genuity Group Inc (CF)
Buyer: CG Partners Limited Partnership (10% Security Holder of Issuer)
Shares Purchased: 30,000 (+0.3%)
Price: CAD 8.69
Total Value: CAD 260,766
CDN Insider Sales
Orla Mining Ltd (OLA)
Seller: Simpson, Jason Douglas (Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 314,992 (-14.1%)
Price: CAD 13.00
Total Value: CAD 4,094,896
Orla Mining Ltd (OLA)
Seller: Morin, Etienne (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 77,470 (-25.7%)
Price: CAD 13.00
Total Value: CAD 1,007,110
Orla Mining Ltd (OLA)
Seller: Robitaille, Jean (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 42,906 (-2.3%)
Price: CAD 13.00
Total Value: CAD 557,778
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (AEM)
Seller: Plummer-Theriault, Carol-Ann (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 5,000 (-23.4%)
Price: CAD 150.99
Total Value: CAD 754,950
iA Financial Corporation Inc (IAG)
Seller: Bergeron, Alain (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 2,750
Price: CAD 136.99
Total Value: CAD 376,723
Spetz Inc.
Seller: Nevo, Josepf (10% Security Holder of Issuer, Director of Issuer, Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 650,000
Price: CAD 0.35
Total Value: CAD 227,500
Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp (TFPM)
Seller: Bari, Eban (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 5,707 (-3.6%)
Price: CAD 28.00
Total Value: CAD 159,796
Orla Mining Ltd (OLA)
Seller: DePoe, Brendan (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 50,000
Price: CAD 13.20
Total Value: CAD 659,780
Orla Mining Ltd (OLA)
Seller: Cormier, John Andrew (Senior Officer of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 15,000
Price: CAD 13.15
Total Value: CAD 197,250
Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 400 (-19.0%)
Price: CAD 248.44
Total Value: CAD 99,376
Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 250 (-10.6%)
Price: CAD 248.43
Total Value: CAD 62,108
Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 400 (-14.5%)
Price: CAD 248.49
Total Value: CAD 99,396
Firstservice Corp (FSV)
Seller: Sproul, Joan Eloise (Director of Issuer)
Shares Sold: 200 (-11.8%)
Price: CAD 248.60
Total Value: CAD 49,720
Institutional Spotlight: Rising Hedge Fund Ownership Signals Renewed Confidence Across Key Sectors
Recent filings reveal a robust wave of institutional accumulation in consumer discretionary and consumer staples names. Leading the charge is Monster Beverage (MNST), where hedge fund ownership skyrocketed by +1,043% quarter-over-quarter, with total holdings now exceeding 13.47 million shares. This dramatic rise suggests a strong endorsement of the company’s long-term growth profile amid steady demand and operational execution.
Similarly, Devon Energy (DVN) saw an +840% increase in hedge fund ownership, totaling 6.26 million shares. The substantial inflows underscore a renewed appetite for energy exposure as investors anticipate continued stability in commodity prices and upstream profitability.
Retail and apparel names also saw notable inflows. Tapestry (TPR) attracted a +272% increase, bringing hedge fund holdings to 11.81 million shares, while Dick’s Sporting Goods (DKS) followed closely with a +242% rise to 2.10 million shares. The heightened accumulation across these names points to growing institutional confidence in consumer spending resilience despite broader economic uncertainty.
Broad-Based Accumulation Across Sectors
Other notable gainers include Ulta Beauty (ULTA) with a +213% increase, and Academy Sports (AS), which saw hedge fund ownership jump by +154% to over 27 million shares—one of the highest absolute totals on the list. In the utilities sector, Xcel Energy (XEL) and AES Corp (AES) posted sharp ownership increases of +159% and +110%, respectively, the latter notable given its outsized move amid a backdrop of rising clean energy interest.
In the industrial and technology sectors, ATI Inc. (ATI) and Semtech Corp (SMTC) both saw hedge fund activity more than double. ATI, with a +148% gain, now sits at 8 million shares held, reflecting a pivot toward industrial metals and aerospace exposure. Meanwhile, Zoom Video (ZM) and Microchip Technology (MCHP) experienced ownership increases of +138% and +92%, respectively, marking a possible reentry into tech names that had fallen out of favor in prior quarters.
Finance, Health Care, and Other Notables
Financials also experienced growing interest. Old National Bancorp (ONB) posted a +217% jump, while Arthur J. Gallagher (AJG) and State Street Corp (STT) followed with +118% and +106% increases, respectively. These moves suggest growing institutional alignment with banks and insurers amid a stabilizing rate environment.
In health care, Humana (HUM) and uniQure (QURE) saw significant activity, particularly QURE, where hedge fund holdings climbed +87% to 18.38 million shares, indicating increasing conviction in the biotech’s therapeutic pipeline.
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 – 2025-03-22
SNWV, NUTX, WGS, JYD, PRCH, ROOT, DOCU, COMP, EZPW, TGTX, PVLA, VIAV, TENX, VEON, ALKS, UBER, LUV, MDGL, TTWO, ASND, HNRG, DVAX, INSM, AUPH, ARQT, MELI, PAYC, HALO, BMY, USM, GSHD, KR, NFLX, AZO, SPOT, PTCT, T, WBD, VRNA, ZS, NTNX, RPRX, FINV, DRI, VEEV, CHTR, EQH, ADT, ATAT, ALTR, LBRDK, RDVT, DTE, TARS, AM, GE, ATSG
Canadian Institutional Momentum Watchlist
EXPORT – CDN – Institutional – 2025-03-22
NDM.TO, TMQ.TO, TVK.TO, LUG.TO, OR.TO, CXB.TO, IAG.TO, L.TO, ARX.TO, EMA.TO, PEY.TO, FNV.TO, SES.TO, EXE.TO, ALA.TO, QBR/B.TO, ARTG.V, HLF.TO, FM.TO, DPM.TO, AD/UN.TO, AGI.TO, WDO.TO, EDV.TO, IFC.TO
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