Energy stocks dominated options flow today as Iran war talks stalled. Devon Energy ranked second in sentiment rankings behind only BP. The $30B producer grabbed 33 short score as traders positioned through April expiries. DVN surged 33% year to date on supply disruption bets.
OXY Occidental climbed third grabbing massive positioning across energy complex. The Berkshire-backed $60B driller jumped 48% in 2026 as Strait of Hormuz closure fears persisted. RSI hit 73 showing extreme momentum yet options flow stayed bullish through May chains.
Private credit fears triggered activity in financials. APO Apollo and ARES Ares grabbed headlines as both funds capped investor withdrawals today. Options expiry calendars extended through June showing hedging demand as credit markets absorbed withdrawal surge pressure.
RKT Rocket Companies ranked sixth despite falling 29% year to date. The $38B mortgage lender held 53% analyst upside potential drawing contrarian positioning. Energy dominated seven of top ten spots as crude spiked back above $95.
SPY showed 46 separate expiries through July reflecting peak hedging intensity. Daily options dominated flow signaling short-term directional bets over strategic positioning.
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