Call Sweeps — August 20, 2026 | Pushing Profits

Category: Call Sweeps | Date: 2026-08-20

Today's call sweeps highlight strong bullish activity in NVIDIA and Micron, signaling trader optimism ahead.

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Market Overview: August 20, 2026 Today’s call sweeps data reveals significant bullish sentiment, particularly with NVIDIA (NVDA) and Micron Technology (MU) attracting substantial premiums. NVIDIA saw big bets with $17.3 million flowing into the $230 call expiring September 18, illustrating expectations for further price appreciation. The $215 call with a premium of $16.7 million, expiring tomorrow, also indicates traders are banking on a short-term rally. Micron has caught attention too, with two notable $935 call sweeps totaling $18.3 million, suggesting confidence in upcoming performance. The $1,000 call expiring August 21 adds to this bullish outlook with an additional $5.3 million premium. In the technology sector, Alphabet (GOOGL) had a noteworthy rise with a $355 call option attracting $10.5 million, hinting at optimism surrounding its future performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are call sweeps?

Call sweeps are large purchases of call options executed quickly, indicating strong bullish sentiment from traders.

How can I interpret high premiums in call sweeps?

High premiums suggest that traders expect significant price movements in the underlying stocks, reflecting their confidence in potential gains.

What should I consider before trading call options?

Evaluate the underlying stock’s performance, market conditions, and your risk tolerance before engaging in call options trading.

Sources & References

  1. The Options Clearing Corporation — Market Data & Volume — OCC (The Options Clearing Corporation)
  2. Cboe Options Market Statistics — Cboe Global Markets
  3. Investor.gov — Options — U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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