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GDX Bets Surge as Miner Options Hint Potential Breakout

May 26, 2026, 4:21 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Bullish call activity in GDX amid a gold pullback suggests confidence in miners; paired with Newmont activity near 100k contracts, it could foretell near-term upside if gold stabilizes, though substantial put placements imply hedging risk. Historically, miners can lead during risk-on phases even when bullion weakens.

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Gold remains contested as GDX rallies while bullion declines, driven by heavy miner options activity. Bullish call buying sits alongside a large July put bet, signaling mixed bets on near-term miners' performance. If geopolitical tensions persist and rate outlook unclear, miners could push higher or retrace with gold.

  • GDX up 4%+ as gold futures fall; miners show idiosyncratic strength.
  • GDX options skew bullish; >10k calls vs ~4.4k puts, June 18 strikes popular.
  • Big put premium trade: >$1M on 85 strike July 17.
  • Newmont activity near 100k contracts and ~$500M premium with bearish skew.

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