SPY options traders positioned through July showing massive hedging demand. The S&P tracker listed 50 separate expiries as Iran war extended market chaos. QQQ showed 30 expiries through mid-July reflecting tech sector protection buying.
Aehr Test Systems topped options sentiment rankings with 249% year-to-date gains. The $2.2B chip tester grabbed unusual activity despite 77 RSI signaling overbought territory. Powell Industries ranked second up 117% in 2026 as electrical equipment demand surged.
Firefly Aerospace appeared fourth drawing space defense flows. The $6B rocket maker climbed 68% year-to-date attracting premium buyers. Carpenter Technology grabbed tenth place with 38% yearly gains as aerospace metal shortages intensified.
Energy options exploded on supply fears. XLE showed seven expiries through late May as traders positioned for extended Hormuz closure. Oil spiked above $95 today entering day 19 of conflict.
Star Bulk Carriers ranked sixth with 23% analyst upside and 12% dividend yield. The shipping name drew bullish bets on tanker rate surges. Agnico Eagle Mines placed ninth as gold held haven demand.
Daily expiries dominated SPY through April 24 showing extreme near-term hedging.
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