Today’s options trading activity has sparked noteworthy interest in several components of the S&P 500 index. Let’s delve into the details and explore the implications for Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Autodesk Inc (ADSK), and Horton Inc (DHI).
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)
Microsoft Corporation has witnessed a surge in options trading activity with a total volume of 272,055 contracts traded so far today. This translates to approximately 27.2 million underlying shares, representing a significant spike compared to the stock’s average daily trading volume over the past month. Notably, the $400 strike call option expiring on January 26, 2024, has seen exceptional traction, with 30,909 contracts traded, reflecting keen investor interest. This surge in options activity signifies a significant uptick in market sentiment surrounding MSFT, highlighting widespread anticipation and bullish outlook among traders. The chart below illustrates MSFT’s trailing twelve-month trading history, with the $400 strike highlighted in orange:
Autodesk Inc (ADSK)
Autodesk Inc (ADSK) has also experienced a notable uptick in options trading, with a volume of 11,240 contracts representing approximately 1.1 million underlying shares. The $250 strike call option expiring on February 16, 2024, has particularly piqued investor interest, with 4,618 contracts traded so far today. This surge in options activity portends a heightened focus on ADSK and suggests an undercurrent of bullish sentiment surrounding the stock. The following chart showcases ADSK’s trailing twelve-month trading history, with the $250 strike highlighted in orange:
Horton Inc (DHI)
Horton Inc (DHI) also features prominently in today’s options trading landscape, manifesting a volume of 18,589 contracts. This figure represents approximately 1.9 million underlying shares, signaling a substantial increase compared to the stock’s average daily trading volume over the past month. The $165 strike call option expiring on May 17, 2024, has garnered significant attention, with 3,961 contracts traded today. This surge in options activity underscores growing investor interest in DHI and suggests a prevailing bullish outlook on the stock. The chart below depicts DHI’s trailing twelve-month trading history, with the $165 strike highlighted in orange:
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