Mixed options sentiment in Alphabet (GOOG), with shares up $1.98, or 0.79%, near $253.86. Options volume roughly in line with average with 246k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.82, compared to a typical level near 0.63. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 1.25 near 42.63, in the highest 10% of observations over the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $6.82. 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 6.36% or $16.15.
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