- Today, options worth approximately $2 billion in total will expire for the two largest altcoins in the market.
- According to data from the derivatives market, 18,000 Bitcoin options worth $1.2 billion will expire today, with a put-call ratio of 0.64.
- For the leading altcoin Ethereum, 280,000 options worth $800 million will expire, with a put-call ratio of 0.74.
Today, options worth approximately $2 billion for Bitcoin and Ethereum are set to expire, potentially signaling significant market movements. This article delves into the implications of this event.
Bitcoin Options Worth $1.2 Billion Set to Expire
Today marks the expiration of 18,000 Bitcoin options contracts, valued at $1.2 billion. The put-call ratio for these options stands at 0.64. A rising put-call ratio, especially one above 0.7, indicates that investors are buying more put options than call options. This could suggest that investors are positioning for potential price declines.
Ethereum Options Worth $800 Million Also Expiring
Simultaneously, 280,000 Ethereum options contracts, valued at $800 million, are also set to expire. The put-call ratio for these options is slightly higher, at 0.74. This could potentially indicate a more bearish sentiment among Ethereum investors compared to Bitcoin investors. Derivatives analyst Greeks.live commented on this, stating that the crypto market generally does not perform well in May. The analyst further noted that despite a decrease in outflows from Bitcoin ETFs in the US, the weak price structure in the market has led to a decrease in market confidence and continued decline in implied volatility at key dates.
Conclusion
The expiration of these options contracts could potentially lead to significant price movements in the Bitcoin and Ethereum markets. Investors should closely monitor market developments and adjust their strategies accordingly. As always, it is crucial to conduct thorough research and consider various factors before making investment decisions in the volatile crypto market.
