Mixed options sentiment in Apple with shares up 0.18%

Mixed options sentiment in Apple (AAPL), with shares up 46c, or 0.18%, near $259.50. Options volume more than double the daily average with 1.02m contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.44, compared to a typical level near 0.57. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 0.94 near 26.18,and below the 52wk median, suggesting an expected daily move of $4.28. Put-call skew flattened, suggesting a modestly bullish tone.Looking ahead: Apple (AAPL) 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.