Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares up $1.77, or 4.35%, near $42.62. Options volume nearly triple the daily average with 96k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.26, compared to a typical level near 0.49. Implied volatility (IV30) dropped 5.81 near 16.75,in the bottom quartile of the past year, suggesting an expected daily move of $0.45. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.The company announced earnings before the open on 2025-07-21with option markets having priced in a move of approximately 3.42%.
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