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Stoptions.ai›Tickers›STRL
Last updated: Fri May 15, 2026 · 9:31 AM ET
↻ Next update: Thu, May 21, 2026 · 9:31 AM ET

STRLStock and Options Trade Setup — Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.STRL logo

Nasdaq · Industrials (Infrastructure Construction) · Moderate-liquidity options · Mid cap · ~$5B

▲ Bullish setupIndustrialsAI InfrastructureConstructionMedium risk↑ Score +5 vs last update
79
Amora Edge Score
79
Top 9% of today's scan
↑ +5 vs last update
Composite of EMA, RSI, RS vs SPY & volume · updated every 72h
71
STRL Win Rate
71%
14 of 20 STRL setups hit target in 2025-2026
Tracks completed Stoptions setups on this ticker since Jan 2026
Why we cover STRL

Sterling Infrastructure is a uniquely positioned beneficiary of multiple structural construction tailwinds: AI data center build-out (the largest infrastructure capex cycle since the highway interstate era), federal IIJA-funded transportation infrastructure spending, and residential construction recovery via the building solutions segment. The e-infrastructure segment has become the largest revenue contributor — Sterling captures large-scale site work, earthmoving, and foundation contracts for hyperscaler data center campuses. Operating margins are expanding as project mix shifts toward higher-value e-infrastructure work. Backlog is at record levels with multi-year revenue visibility. Capital allocation has been disciplined with consistent buybacks. Risk profile is moderate, tied primarily to data center capex cycle timing. Options are moderately liquid; medium-duration directional setups around backlog conversion catalysts have been productive.

Score History & Signal Changelog

Preview data

This page is updated every 72 hours with the latest Scan results. Each data point below represents one complete algorithmic snapshot in time.

Score progression across 4 updates
Solid = composite · dashed = components
Signal Changelog
DateUpdateScoreDeltaKey change
May 1#1 Created68—Page created. Q1 e-infrastructure backlog at record; data center wins announced.
May 5#2 Update72+4EMA structure constructive. Operating margin expansion accelerating.
May 10#3 Update75+3RS rank top decile in industrials. IIJA transport pipeline firming.
May 15#4 Current79+4All four signals Active. AI data center construction thesis intact.

Signal Breakdown

EMA Cross
Active
21/25
21-day EMA accelerating above 50-day; trend slope at multi-quarter peak
RSI Zone
Active
19/25
RSI at 66 — strong momentum, watch for 72+ overbought
RS vs SPY
Active
20/25
Outperforming SPY +5.6pp; AI infra cohort leader
Volume Surge
Active
19/25
1.7x 20-day average on advance days; institutional accumulation

Today's Trade Card

Setup
STRL $200 CALL
Expires Jun 20, 2026
Premium
$9.40
Target
+80% premium
Stop loss
-50% premium
Breakeven
$209.4
Win prob.
52%
Sizing: Risk <= 0.75% of account (high beta, news-driven)
Greeks
Delta
0.43
Theta
-0.16
IVR
50%
IVR class
Medium
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Options Profile

Avg IV (30d)
50%
IVR range (52-wk)
26-95%
Put/call ratio
0.58
Avg daily vol.
6.0K contracts
Open interest
78K contracts
Next earnings
Aug 6, 2026 (est.)

Risks & Fundamentals

Every setup carries risk. Here's what could move STRL against you, plus the key stats that frame any position.

Beta
1.6
Market cap
~$5B
Risk level
Medium risk
Next earnings
Aug 6, 2026 (est.)
Key risks to monitor
  • 1.AI data center capex digestion phase compressing e-infrastructure project pipeline
  • 2.IIJA federal funding distributions slowing if budget continuing resolutions persist
  • 3.Residential building solutions margin compression if housing starts soften
These are real risks to the long thesis, not a recommendation to short. Stoptions setups are short-dated and stop-protected; size accordingly.

STRL Options Setup — Frequently Asked Questions

Is STRL a good options trade today?+

Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL) currently has an Amora Edge Score of 79/100, ranking it top 9% 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 STRL's win rate on Stoptions.ai setups?+

STRL's historical win rate on closed Stoptions setups is 71%. Win rate is calculated as the percentage of past STRL 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 STRL?+

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 STRL setup updated?+

Every 72 hours we refresh STRL'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 STRL 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 STRL?+

The Amora Edge Score is a 0–100 composite of four technical sub-signals applied to STRL: (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 STRL outperforming the market over 20 sessions? (4) Volume surge — is participation above the 20-day average? Each sub-signal contributes 0–25 points. STRL currently scores 79.

How does STRL compare to other Industrials (Infrastructure Construction) setups?+

STRL's sector rank and percentile against other Industrials (Infrastructure Construction) 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 (Infrastructure Construction) 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.

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