This note highlights a select group of stocks showing the most unusual — and highly directional — options activity.
The goal is simple: follow the big money and trade in the direction of the underlying trend.
Here is the list of Unusual Options activity from January 27:
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Rocket Companies $RKT – After breaking out from its base, RKT now appears to be retesting that former resistance as support.
Two dip-buying trades hit the tape, both expiring in June. One buyer picked up 2,867 contracts of the $27 calls, while another grabbed 1,209 contracts of the $22 calls.
Petroleo Brasileiro $PBR – With energy continuing to lead and PBR making a sharp move higher, one trader is extending their bullish outlook well into next year, positioning for a broader structural advance.
They purchased 8,701 contracts of the 1/15/27 $20 calls.
Agnico Eagle Mines $AEM – Gold miners have been on a tear, and momentum shows little sign of cooling off. One buyer is betting AEM continues pushing to fresh all-time highs.
They bought 1,499 contracts of the 2/20 $240 calls.
