MATXStock and Options Trade Setup — Matson, Inc.
NYSE · Industrials (Pacific Ocean Shipping & Logistics) · Moderate-liquidity options · Mid cap · ~$5B
Matson is a uniquely positioned premium ocean carrier with structural pricing advantages competitors cannot replicate: the China Express (CLX/CLX+) service offers transit times 5-7 days faster than competitors by using Long Beach (instead of Los Angeles) terminals where Matson holds priority berthing rights, providing time-critical e-commerce and fashion shippers a service competitors literally cannot match. The U.S.-Hawaii / Guam / Alaska trades benefit from the Jones Act, which creates an effective barrier preventing foreign-flag carriers from competing. This structural moat produces operating margins materially higher than peer ocean carriers through cycles. The China-U.S. ocean rate cycle remains the primary earnings driver, with 2026 rates firming up as trans-Pacific capacity tightens. Free cash flow is substantial and management has been buying back stock aggressively. Risk profile is moderate, tied to global container rates and consumer goods demand. Options are reasonably liquid with elevated IVR.
Score History & Signal Changelog
Preview dataThis page is updated every 72 hours with the latest Scan results. Each data point below represents one complete algorithmic snapshot in time.
Signal Breakdown
Today's Trade Card
Options Profile
Risks & Fundamentals
Every setup carries risk. Here's what could move MATX against you, plus the key stats that frame any position.
- 1.Trans-Pacific container rates collapsing if global e-commerce demand softens
- 2.Diesel fuel costs rising and outpacing fuel surcharge pass-through window
- 3.Jones Act repeal or material amendment removing structural competitive advantage
MATX Options Setup — Frequently Asked Questions
Is MATX a good options trade today?+
Matson, Inc. (MATX) currently has an Amora Edge Score of 68/100, ranking it top 24% of today's scan. This composite score is built from four sub-signals — EMA cross, RSI zone, relative strength vs SPY, and volume surge — each scored 0–25. The current read is a bullish setup, so the algorithm is positioned bullish (calls / call debit spreads). A score above 65 typically warrants a trade card with stop and target; below that, the setup is on the watchlist but not actionable.
What is MATX's win rate on Stoptions.ai setups?+
MATX's historical win rate on closed Stoptions setups is 63%. Win rate is calculated as the percentage of past MATX trade cards that hit their target price before stopping out. Win rate is most meaningful once a ticker has 10+ closed trades — individual ticker rates can be noisy at smaller samples. Our portfolio-wide win rate across all closed trades is the more stable benchmark.
What strike and expiry does Stoptions.ai suggest for MATX?+
The strike and expiry are shown on the trade card at the top of this page when the setup is active. Stoptions.ai algorithmically selects strikes targeting delta 0.35–0.45 and expirations 30–45 days out, adjusted for current implied volatility rank (IVR). When IVR is high, the system favors call debit spreads to limit vega risk; when IVR is low, single-leg long calls are preferred. The card includes the contract symbol, mid-price entry, stop, and target.
How often is the MATX setup updated?+
Every 72 hours we refresh MATX's Amora Edge Score and trade card. The underlying scan runs daily at 9:00 AM ET (pre-market) and 9:30 AM ET (post-open), so any new signal change is reflected within one trading session. If MATX drops below the entry threshold or the regime shifts (e.g., SPY enters a confirmed bear), the trade card is replaced with a "no setup" notice automatically.
What does the Amora Edge Score measure for MATX?+
The Amora Edge Score is a 0–100 composite of four technical sub-signals applied to MATX: (1) EMA cross — is the 20-day above the 50-day with both trending up? (2) RSI zone — is momentum in the 50–70 sweet spot, or extended/weak? (3) Relative strength vs SPY — is MATX outperforming the market over 20 sessions? (4) Volume surge — is participation above the 20-day average? Each sub-signal contributes 0–25 points. MATX currently scores 68.
How does MATX compare to other Industrials (Pacific Ocean Shipping & Logistics) setups?+
MATX's sector rank and percentile against other Industrials (Pacific Ocean Shipping & Logistics) tickers we track is shown on the /tickers index — sortable by Amora Edge Score, win rate, or sector. For direct comparison, see the "Related Industrials (Pacific Ocean Shipping & Logistics) Options Setups" panel above. When multiple tickers in the same sector are scoring 80+, the algorithm flags the cluster as a sector rotation signal and may upweight position sizing.
Educational content only — not personalized investment advice. Options carry substantial risk.
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