Among the Russell 3000 index components, Dakota Gold Corp (DC) reported significant options trading on October 12, 2023, with 12,427 contracts exchanged, totaling approximately 1.2 million underlying shares—63.7% of its average daily volume of 2.0 million shares. Of particular note was the $5 strike put option expiring October 16, 2026, which saw 8,243 contracts traded.
Deckers Outdoor Corp. (DECK) also experienced notable activity, with 10,498 contracts traded, representing about 1.0 million shares, or 53.2% of its average daily volume. The $113 strike put option expiring May 1, 2026, accounted for 582 contracts.
Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA) reported the trading of 3,707 contracts, or approximately 370,700 shares, equating to 51.5% of its average daily volume. The $45 strike put option expiring May 29, 2026, saw 1,159 contracts traded.
