T-Mobile's $1.01 Billion Volume Ranks 80th as Institutional Bulls Outpace Bears in Options Trading

On August 20, 2025, T-Mobile US (TMUS) rose 0.31% to $259.95, with a trading volume of $1.01 billion, ranking 80th in market activity. Recent options trading data highlights significant institutional interest, with 41% of trades classified as bullish and 25% bearish. Notable call options include those expiring in January 2026 at $270 strike prices, reflecting price targets between $240 and $290 over the next three months. Open interest and volume metrics suggest heightened liquidity in these strike ranges.

Analyst sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with three professionals averaging a $278.33 price target. JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley maintain Overweight ratings at $280 and $285, respectively, while RBC Capital aligns with a Sector Perform rating at $270. Technical indicators signal potential overbought conditions, and earnings are expected in 63 days. Institutional trades, including $422,118 in call options and $73,100 in puts, underscore strategic positioning ahead of key market catalysts.

A backtested strategy of holding top 500 volume stocks for one day from 2022 to 2025 yielded a 0.98% average daily return, accumulating 31.52% total gains over 365 days. This reflects short-term momentum capture but highlights risks tied to market timing and volatility.