AEHR Aehr Test Systems led options sentiment rankings this week. The $2.3B semiconductor tester surged 255% year to date. RSI hit 79 showing extreme momentum as bullish contracts piled up.
POWL Powell Industries ranked second with traders backing the electrical equipment maker. The stock climbed 116% in 2026. Options flow showed conviction despite 26% analyst downside. Short score reached 64 signaling heavy bear positioning.
CYTK Cytokinetics grabbed third place among options bulls. The $8.2B biotech drew bets despite flat yearly performance. Analysts projected 40% upside as traders positioned through May expiries. Short interest stayed elevated at 65 score.
DAVE Dave Inc appeared fourth with 50% analyst return potential. The $2.9B fintech showed unusual options activity despite negative 2026 performance. Stock score hit 88 contradicting price weakness.
SNAP Snap ranked tenth despite plunging 31% year to date. The $9.5B social media name drew contrarian options interest. Traders bought calls amid analyst upside targets of 39%. Short score held at 60 as bears maintained pressure.
ALGN Align Technology grabbed attention after Citigroup initiated coverage at buy with a $240 target. The $13.2B dental equipment maker climbed 16% in 2026 drawing fresh options volume today.
Blue chip utilities showed 100% positive options sentiment. Large cap names absorbed defensive rotation as geopolitical uncertainty persisted.
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