CNBC
08 Aug 2026, 11:49 UTC · 1h ago
A record-breaking week for options powers S&P 500 surge; volatility gauge is near 2026 low
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CNBC
08 Aug 2026, 11:49 UTC · 1h ago
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S&P 500 earnings are projected to grow by 47% in the second quarter, the largest increase since 2021. — Strong fundamental earnings growth is a primary driver for equity valuations and long-term bullish sentiment.
+0.80The 10-year Treasury yield has stopped ascending at 4.7%. — Stabilizing yields reduce the discount rate for future earnings, which is particularly supportive for growth and tech stocks.
+0.60S&P 500 call option volumes have reached record highs, with zero-day-to-expiry calls specifically hitting a new peak. — High call volume indicates strong immediate bullish conviction, though extreme levels can sometimes signal an overextended market.
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The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) has fallen to its lowest level since January. — Lower volatility typically correlates with higher risk appetite and continued upward momentum in equity markets.
The put-to-call ratio has plunged to 0.83, the second-lowest level ever recorded. — A low ratio confirms an overwhelmingly bullish sentiment among traders, reducing the immediate perceived need for hedging.
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Mentioned as having big trading activity amid a rally in semiconductor stocks.
The company's exchange saw record-breaking options trading volumes and high activity.
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