Mixed options sentiment in Verizon with shares down 0.28%

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares down 12c near $40.62. Options volume relatively light with 43k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.24, compared to a typical level near 0.44. Implied volatility (IV30) is higher by 3.8 points near 16.63,in the bottom quartile of the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $0.43. Put-call skew flattened, suggesting a modestly bullish tone.