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Hello everyone, I am Barrie Einarson from Trade Ideas, and I am back with another edition of ‘What Makes This Trade Great.’ Much to my surprise, today, we’re going to delve deep into the unexpected move by Macy’s, a worthwhile addition I never thought I’d be discussing, making this trade session even more interesting.

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The Unexpected Player – Macy’s

The famous old-fashioned department store chain, Macy’s, has recently created ripples in the market. The catch? An unsolicited bid for Macy’s came out, which was on the table to the tune of $21 a share, offered by a couple of funds. Or we could call these organizations whatever we want. The idea here is that these ‘entities’ are vying to take Macy’s private.

The Bullish Indicators

Macy’s not only showed up on multiple scans, but it even made it to my personal favorite – the abnormal option scan. With an abnormal option activity at $20.50, and coupled with the 10-day daily breakout, it sparked a heightened interest among traders. At $20.50 a piece, it may not sound like big moves if not a significant one for a veteran, but let’s put things into a broader perspective.

“…Market moves aren’t always huge, but in a choppy trading day like today, and amidst the rip starting to move its way up the market tape, a 50 cent move from $20.50 to $21 is surely a significant alert.”

Speculations and Possible Outcomes

If things get more intriguing and Macy’s decides to give a pass to the $21 buy-out, it might stir things up further. There’s a likely chance of a bidding war breaking out. Conversely, if the bid is outright rejected, the stock is highly prone to a downward slide. You never can tell for sure what’s about to unfold in such situations.

The essence here is to monitor Macy’s situation closely. Currently standing at $20.112, it gives a well-deserved shake-up from its typical sleepy state. Tomorrow’s trading session might reveal more pieces to this puzzle.

Wrapping It Up

That’s all from my desk for today. I’m heading back into the room to monitor further activity. I’ll be watching Macy’s closely tomorrow to see how the plot unfolds. I recommend keeping a close eye on it and staying updated with the latest market signals. Remember, trading is all about staying ahead of the curve.

Thank you for taking the time to read today’s trade breakdown. Have a fabulous evening, and I’ll see you tomorrow with more market insights and discussions. Goodbye!