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•  25 Dec 2025
 

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$APH Amphenol drew notable attention after options scanners flagged an unusual cluster of nine trades, an uncommon event for this normally steady industrial name. Most of the premium flowed into puts, signaling defensive positioning despite the stock trading near $138 and holding an uptrend. Whales appear focused on the $135–$140 zone, suggesting expectations of consolidation or near-term risk management rather than aggressive upside chasing.

$CAVA Cava Group options activity reflects growing interest from sophisticated traders looking for volatility. Ten unusual trades showed a clear bullish bias, with calls slightly outweighing puts in total value. The implied price range is exceptionally wide, stretching from $45 to $90, indicating that traders are positioning for larger moves as the stock trades around the low $60s in a sideways trend.

$IONQ IonQ continues to attract speculative capital, with repeated instances of unusual options activity dominated by call buying. Despite the stock being in a short-term downtrend, whales appear to be positioning for upside scenarios between $48 and $65 and potentially higher. The contrast between weak price action and aggressive call accumulation keeps IONQ firmly on the radar for momentum-focused options traders.

$JNJ Johnson & Johnson options flow suggests steady institutional confidence rather than speculation. Eleven unusual trades revealed a bullish skew with balanced capital between calls and puts, pointing to strategic positioning. The implied price window from $135 to $215 aligns with JNJ long-term profile and suggests investors are preparing for gradual moves tied to earnings or macro developments.

$MA Mastercard saw elevated options activity with eighteen unusual trades showing a modest bullish tilt alongside meaningful hedging. Both calls and puts attracted significant premium, implying active risk management by large players. With whales targeting a $540–$700 range and the stock consolidating near $580, the options market hints at a potential expansion move after a period of sideways trading.

$PM Philip Morris International stands out for strong call-side interest, with bullish trades dominating the options flow. While some bearish hedges remain, most premium suggests expectations of continued strength. The broad $80–$200 implied range reflects both the defensive appeal and sensitivity to global and regulatory factors as PM trades within an established uptrend.

$QUBT Quantum Computing has become a focal point for aggressive options traders. Sixteen unusual trades showed overwhelming call buying despite the stock being in a downtrend. Whales appear to be positioning for a catalyst-driven reversal, with targets between $10 and $23 highlighting expectations for sharp, volatility-driven moves rather than incremental gains.

$RKT Rocket Companies shows a conflicted options picture, with unusual activity split between bullish and bearish positioning. Traders appear focused on a $20–$29 range while the stock trades just below that zone. This mixed sentiment suggests institutions are bracing for a decisive move, potentially tied to interest rate shifts or housing market data.

$STX Seagate Technology experienced one of the heaviest bursts of unusual options activity, combining large call volume with a notable bearish component. While the stock remains in an uptrend, the wide implied range from $100 to $340 points to uncertainty around cyclical demand. The options flow suggests hedging by investors who are cautious despite recent strength.

$WMT Walmart options activity carries a defensive tone beneath a strong chart. Unusual trades show significant put buying alongside calls, indicating that large traders are increasingly cautious at current levels. The wide implied range suggests expectations of volatility, making WMT a name to watch closely despite its ongoing uptrend.

$ZS Zscaler rounds out the list with elevated options activity reflecting cautious optimism. Bullish trades slightly outweigh bearish ones, but meaningful put premium highlights active downside protection. This balanced yet heightened options flow often precedes volatility, keeping ZS firmly on the watchlist for traders tracking early options signals.

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