Among the components of the Russell 3000 index, the spotlight today falls on NextEra Energy Inc (NEE). Traders have been busy with a total volume of 37,467 contracts exchanged, representing approximately 3.7 million underlying shares. This figure accounts for a significant 48.1% of NEE’s average daily volume over the past month.

One option garnering considerable attention is the $87 strike call option expiring on September 27, 2024, with 9,215 contracts traded so far, translating to about 921,500 shares of NEE. The current frenzy around NEE options is vividly depicted in the chart below, with the $87 strike shining brightly in orange:

Rollins, Inc. (ROL) is not far behind on the options trading scene today. With a volume of 6,552 contracts, approximately 655,200 underlying shares have been involved in transactions, representing about 47.5% of ROL’s average daily trading volume over the past month.

The $52.50 strike call option expiring on October 18, 2024, witnessed robust trading activity, with 3,655 contracts changing hands already, equating to around 365,500 shares of ROL. Check the chart below for a visual representation of ROL’s trading history, with the $52.50 strike soaring in orange:

AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) is also in the mix today, with options trading activity of 510 contracts, amounting to approximately 51,000 underlying shares. This activity constitutes a hefty 47.5% of AZO’s average daily trading volume over the past month.

The $3050 strike call option expiring on September 20, 2024, has caught the eye of traders, with 51 contracts already traded, representing about 5,100 shares of AZO. Below is a chart illustrating AZO’s trading history, with the $3050 strike illuminating the way:

For more information on the diverse expiration options available for NEE, ROL, or AZO, head over to StockOptionsChannel.com.

Today’s Most Active Call & Put Options of the S&P 500 »