Microsoft, Micron, and Super Micro See Significant Options Activity
Recent options trading among S&P 500 index components has highlighted notable activity, particularly in Microsoft Corporation (Symbol: MSFT). Today, a total of 141,471 contracts have been traded, which translates to approximately 14.1 million underlying shares. This volume represents 52.8% of MSFT’s average daily trading volume over the last month, which is 26.8 million shares. A significant portion of this activity is centered around the $375 strike put option that expires on April 25, 2025, where 9,948 contracts have traded, corresponding to roughly 994,800 underlying shares of MSFT. Below is a chart displaying MSFT’s trading history over the past twelve months, with the $375 strike highlighted in orange:
Super Micro Computer Inc’s Options Surge
Super Micro Computer Inc (Symbol: SMCI) is experiencing robust options trading as well, with 219,025 contracts swapped today. This figure represents about 21.9 million underlying shares and accounts for 48.6% of SMCI’s average daily trading volume of 45.1 million shares over the past month. A standout option is the $36 strike call, with 13,375 contracts traded, equating to approximately 1.3 million underlying shares. Below is a chart illustrating SMCI’s trading trajectory for the last twelve months, emphasizing the $36 strike:
Micron Technology Sees Steady Options Activity
Micron Technology Inc. (Symbol: MU) is also witnessing significant options trading, totaling 137,678 contracts today. This volume translates to approximately 13.8 million underlying shares, about 45.9% of MU’s average daily trading volume of 30.0 million shares in the past month. A particularly active option is the $95 strike call expiring May 16, 2025, with 6,812 contracts traded, equating to approximately 681,200 underlying shares. Below is the chart depicting MU’s trading performance over the previous year, showcasing the $95 strike:
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