Merck’s Bearish Trend
A bearish flow has been noted in Merck (MRK) stock, with 10,338 puts trading at a ratio of 1.1 times the expected value. The most active strikes are Jan-25 110 puts and Jan-25 115 puts, totaling around 5,800 contracts. This indicates a significant increase in bearish sentiment among traders.
Market Analysis
The Put/Call Ratio stands at 2.24, indicating that investors are more inclined towards selling options (puts) than buying options (calls). Additionally, the ATM IV (Implied Volatility) has increased by over 1 point on the day, suggesting heightened market uncertainty.
Earnings Expectations
Merck is expected to release its earnings report on February 4th. This event may further influence investor sentiment and lead to additional price movements in the stock.
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