Today Unusual Stock Options Analysis

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OptionSpotter hunts down unusual options activity, exposing hidden plays for big gains
 

•  29 Jan 2026
 

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$AGI has drawn the attention of high-rolling investors who have positioned themselves bearishly on Alamos Gold. This activity was detected today as the stock price fell 5.20% to $42.12. The data shows 100% bearish sentiment across these unusual trades, with a put value of $423,368. Traders should note the significant volume of 5.53M, which is well above the average volume of 2.93M, targeting a price range between $20 and $45.

$ALG is seeing similar bearish moves from institutional players despite a 1.11% increase in the stock price to $193.02. Much like the activity seen in other sectors, the smart money is betting big with 100% bearish sentiment on Alamo Group. The current volume stands at 138.37K compared to an average of 109.98K, with investors eyeing the $20 to $45 price window.

$APLD has seen a conspicuous move as financial giants engage with Applied Digital options. Our analysis revealed 20 unusual trades with 45% bullish sentiment. While the stock price dropped 5.35% to $38.07, the total value of calls reached $9.22M against $7.77M in puts. The targeted price range for this activity spans from $10 to $60, supported by a daily volume of 30.22M.

$COIN is facing a bearish stance from investors with significant capital. We noticed 16 unusual trades today as Coinbase Global saw its price decline by 4.89% to $199.18. The sentiment is split at 50% bullish and 50% bearish, but the financial weight is heavy with $4.84M in puts and $1.89M in calls. The price range being watched is exceptionally wide, from $5 to $400, on 14.44M volume.

$MRK shows a different kind of smart money move with a $1.06M insider purchase by Chirfi Guindo on January 28. This move became public through an SEC filing this Wednesday. As the stock price rose 1.35% to $108.34, the market saw a volume of 13.53M. This insider activity provides a unique signal alongside the standard options flow for Merck & Co.

$NEE is currently in the spotlight after 10 unusual trades were detected for NextEra Energy. Financial giants have made a move that shows 60% bullish sentiment even as the stock price saw a modest 0.70% gain to $88.18. The value in the options market is high, with $7.18M in puts and $6.74M in calls, as traders focus on the current price action and a volume of 9.82M.

$SATS is undergoing an options frenzy with 50 unusual trades revealed in our analysis. Despite a sharp 11.75% drop in EchoStar stock price to $113.46, 46% of traders maintain a bullish stance. The trade values are substantial, featuring $3.33M in puts and $3.61M in calls. With a target price range of $5 to $150 and volume at 11.29M, this is one of the most active tickers on our radar.

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