Mixed options sentiment in Alphabet (GOOG), with shares up $2.38, or 0.94%, near $254.91. Options volume relatively light with 135k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.51, compared to a typical level near 0.6. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 1.83 near 40.79, in the highest 10% of observations over the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $6.55. Put-call skew flattened, suggesting a modestly bullish tone.Looking ahead: Alphabet (GOOG) will report earnings after the close on 2025-10-29.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 6.47% or $16.50.
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