Mixed options sentiment in Oracle with shares up 2.07%

Mixed options sentiment in Oracle (ORCL), with shares up $3.09, or 2.07%, near $152.10. Options volume relatively light with 74k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.45, compared to a typical level near 1.27. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 1.45 near 71.13, in the highest 10% of observations over the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $6.82. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.Looking ahead: Oracle (ORCL) will report earnings after the close on 2026-03-10.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 10.71% or $16.30.