Option traders moderately bearish in Wal-Mart (WMT), with shares down 12c near $100.87. Options volume roughly in line with average with 37k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.47, compared to a typical level near 0.6. Implied volatility (IV30) is higher by 0.0 points near 25.7,and above the 52wk median, suggesting an expected daily move of $1.63. Put-call skew steepened, indicating increased demand for downside protection.Looking ahead: Wal-Mart (WMT) will report earnings before the open on 2025-08-21.Option markets are pricing in a 50% probability of a move greater than 4.38% or $4.42.
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