Options Flow — August 28, 2026 | Pushing Profits

Category: Options Flow | Date: 2026-08-28

Today's options flow shows a bullish bias with notable trades in NVDA puts and AMZN calls.

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Market Overview On August 28, 2026, the options market saw a total bullish premium of $384.1 million and a total bearish premium of $334.7 million across 1,105 flagged contracts. This indicates a more bullish sentiment among traders, with bullish premiums slightly outweighing bearish ones. Notably, NVIDIA (NVDA) continued to attract significant attention, with multiple trades reflecting bearish sentiment. The largest was a NVDA PUT at $222.5, amounting to $94.5 million, suggesting concerns about the stock's near-term performance. In contrast, Amazon (AMZN) and Microsoft (MSFT) also displayed bullish activity, particularly with sizeable call purchases. The AMZN CALL at $295 reached $32.9 million, signaling strong confidence in the stock's upward potential. Key Takeaways Trade actions reveal a general bullish sentiment, especially in high-profile stocks like AMZN and MSFT. Investors are hedging their positions in NVDA with significant put options, reflecting uncertainty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does bullish premium indicate?

Bullish premium refers to the total amount spent on call options, suggesting traders expect stock prices to rise.

Why are there so many NVDA puts being traded?

The high volume of NVDA puts indicates that many traders are hedging against potential declines in NVIDIA's stock price.

How can I use options flow in my trading strategy?

Options flow can help traders gauge market sentiment and make informed decisions based on the activities of other investors.

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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