Among the S&P 500 components, NRG Energy Inc (NRG) experienced significant options trading on October 2, 2026, with a total of 16,258 contracts exchanged, equating to approximately 1.6 million underlying shares—59% of its average daily volume of 2.8 million shares. Notably, the $110 strike call option accounted for 10,077 contracts, representing about 1 million underlying shares.
Moderna Inc (MRNA) saw options trading volume reach 78,866 contracts, representing 7.9 million underlying shares, which is 52.5% of its average daily volume of 15 million shares. The most active option was the $170 strike put option, with 4,333 contracts traded, equating to approximately 433,300 underlying shares.
Target Corp (TGT) reported options trading of 16,122 contracts, or roughly 1.6 million underlying shares—49.6% of its average daily volume of 3.2 million shares. The $167.50 strike call option was particularly active, with 11,450 contracts traded, representing about 1.1 million underlying shares.
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