Option traders moderately bearish in Apple (AAPL), with shares down $3.91 near $251.62. Options volume roughly in line with average with 356k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.45, compared to a typical level near 0.62. Implied volatility (IV30) is higher by 2.2 points near 28.49,and above the 52wk median, suggesting an expected daily move of $4.52. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.Looking ahead: Apple (AAPL) will report earnings after the close on 2026-01-29.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 3.96% or $9.95.
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