Mixed options sentiment in Palo Alto Networks (PANW), with shares down 23c near $167.87. Options volume running well above average with 78k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.34, compared to a typical level near 0.55. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 0.57 near 42.66,and above the 52wk median, suggesting an expected daily move of $4.51. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.Looking ahead: Palo Alto Networks (PANW) will report earnings after the close on 2025-08-18.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 6.77% or $11.36.
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- Mixed options sentiment in Palo Alto Networks with shares up 0.98%