The options flow screener for May 18, 2026, showed a strong surge in the put/call premium ratio across multiple sectors, signaling a sharp rise in defensive positioning. $DOCU led with an 8,257 percent increase over the last two days, indicating a spike in bearish or protective interest. $UUUU followed closely with an 8,831 percent rise, while $PAAS and $URA each posted double‑digit gains and substantial option volume growth. Financial and energy names also joined the move — $KRE climbed 2,678 percent, $USAR rose 2,141 percent, and $BP recorded the largest jump at 429,680 percent, suggesting elevated hedging in cyclicals. $HPE and $INFQ rounded out the list with strong increases in premium activity. The chart of $DOCU highlighted steady accumulation early in the session followed by a decisive breakout past $49, aligning with heavy put/call flow expansion. Overall tone: broad‑based rise in option premiums and ratio spikes, pointing to active hedging and tactical positioning ahead of mid‑week catalysts.