Options Flow Signals
AI monitors unusual options volume, sweeps, blocks, and related price action to surface activity that may warrant further review.
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How Options Flow Signals Work
Options flow signals detect unusual options activity that often precedes significant stock moves. The AI monitors real-time options order flow for sweeps (aggressive, time-sensitive orders), block trades ($250K+), and dark pool prints. Each flow event is scored by size, aggressiveness (market vs. limit), strike selection (OTM vs. ITM), and expiration timing. The system distinguishes between hedging activity (likely to be contra-directional) and speculative bets (likely to be predictive).
Options order-flow monitoring when this signal type is enabled
Sweep detection — identifies aggressive multi-exchange sweeps that signal urgency
Block trade filtering — highlights $250K+ trades as potential institutional signals
Dark pool print analysis — detects large hidden orders and their directional implications
Hedge vs. speculation classifier — AI distinguishes protective hedges from directional bets
Illustrative Signal Example
$4.2M in puts swept at the $600 strike expiring Friday. Dark pool print at $608 — institutional distribution. GEX flip to negative above $620.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an options sweep and why does it matter?
An options sweep is when a large order is split across multiple exchanges to get filled as quickly as possible. This urgency suggests the buyer has time-sensitive information or conviction. Sweeps are one of the strongest predictive signals in options flow.
Can I see the actual options contracts being traded?
Yes. Each signal includes the specific strike price, expiration date, premium paid, and whether it was a call or put. For sweeps, you'll also see the number of exchanges hit and the average fill price.
How does the AI distinguish hedging from speculation?
The AI examines several factors: existing open interest at the strike, whether the trade opens new positions or closes existing ones, the delta of the options (deep ITM options are more likely hedges), and correlation with the trader's likely portfolio. Hedging trades are flagged separately.
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