Mixed options sentiment in Wal-Mart (WMT), with shares down 28c near $100.89. Options volume relatively light with 50k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.36, compared to a typical level near 0.47. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 0.15 near 29.49,in the top quartile of the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $1.87. Put-call skew flattened, suggesting a modestly bullish tone.Looking ahead: Wal-Mart (WMT) will report earnings after the close on None.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 0.0% or $0.00.
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