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Notable Wednesday Option Activity: MCY, UPST, ADBE

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Notable Wednesday Option Activity: MCY, UPST, ADBE

Upstart Holdings (UPST) and Adobe (ADBE) are experiencing significant options trading volume today, with UPST's contract volume at 345.6% and ADBE's at 318.9% of their respective average daily share volumes. For UPST, notable activity is concentrated in the September 2025 $63 strike put, suggesting increased bearish positioning. Conversely, ADBE's elevated volume includes a high concentration in the September 2025 $410 strike call, indicating heightened bullish interest. This unusual options activity signals considerable directional bets and speculative interest in both equities.

Analysis

Upstart Holdings (UPST) and Adobe (ADBE) are both experiencing exceptionally high options trading volume, signaling significant directional positioning by market participants. UPST's options volume has surged to 345.6% of its average daily share volume, with activity heavily concentrated in the September 2025 $63 strike put options, where 26,387 contracts have traded. This specific flow, representing approximately 2.6 million underlying shares, indicates a substantial bearish bet or a large-scale hedging operation against a potential price decline below $63 over the long term. Conversely, Adobe's options volume has reached 318.9% of its average daily share turnover, with notable interest in the September 2025 $410 strike call options. The trading of 5,766 contracts in this specific call strike points to a strong bullish conviction, with speculators anticipating the share price will exceed $410 by the expiration date. The long-dated nature of these highly active contracts for both companies suggests these are not just short-term tactical trades but could represent strategic, long-term views on the stocks' future trajectories.

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Key Decisions for Investors

  • Investors with long positions in Upstart (UPST) should take note of the significant bearish put activity as a potential leading indicator of negative sentiment or institutional hedging, warranting a review of risk management strategies.