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09 Jun 2026, 08:55 UTC · 4h ago
Downside Risks Rise As Tech Volatility Spikes
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09 Jun 2026, 08:55 UTC · 4h ago
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Implied volatilities increased across multiple asset classes due to US-Iran tensions, rising bond yields, and a tech sector pullback. — Rising volatility combined with geopolitical risk and higher yields typically triggers a sharp reduction in risk appetite and equity valuations.
-0.80SPX option volumes reached a new record high of 7.78 million contracts. — Record option volume during a pullback often indicates heavy hedging or speculative positioning amidst high market uncertainty.
-0.300DTE contracts accounted for 64% of the record SPX option volume. — High concentration in zero-days-to-expiration contracts increases the potential for short-term gamma squeezes and intraday price instability.
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