Rigetti Computing Stock Slides as Traders Hedge

Rigetti Computing ( (RGTI) ) is experiencing volatility. Read on for a possible explanation for the stock’s unusual movement.

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Rigetti Computing shares came under pressure as options traders showed rising interest in downside protection despite heavy call activity. The 30‑day implied volatility has eased to about 111, but it is still elevated, suggesting investors expect big swings in the stock and are nervous about further declines.

Options volume was brisk at roughly 171,000 contracts, with calls outnumbering puts and a put/call ratio near 0.57 versus a typical 0.43. At the same time, the put‑call skew steepened, highlighting a stronger demand for puts, which can signal growing fear of more downside in Rigetti’s share price.