Option traders moderately bearish in Taiwan Semi (TSM), with shares up $5.75, or 1.8%, near $325.37. Options volume more than double the daily average with 160k contracts traded and puts leading calls for a put/call ratio of 1.11, compared to a typical level near 1.06. Implied volatility (IV30) is higher by 2.1 points near 39.54,and above the 52wk median, suggesting an expected daily move of $8.10. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.Looking ahead: Taiwan Semi (TSM) will report earnings before the open on 2026-01-15.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 5.73% or $18.64.
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