TSMC Options Indicate Expected Volatility Ahead of Earnings
Options traders are anticipating a nearly 4% move for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) following its third-quarter earnings report, scheduled to be released on Thursday before the market opens. This expectation is reflected in an implied volatility corridor of about $16.60 per share around TSM’s current price. The stock was trading at $429.06 as of Wednesday afternoon, down 3.6% from recent levels. The options chain shows a significant call wall at the $500 strike price, indicating substantial bullish positioning among traders ahead of earnings. This suggests that investors are preparing for potentially strong results or positive sentiment post-earnings announcement.
Tickers: $TSM
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