Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expiring Today: Key Insights 📊
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Today, more than US$3.5 billion worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options will expire, with the majority stemming from Bitcoin. According to data from Deribit, 27,959 Bitcoin options contracts valued at up to US$2.9 billion are set to expire, with the Max Pain level for Bitcoin at US$106,500—just above the current market price. Bitcoin’s put-to-call ratio stands at 0.91, indicating a higher preference for call options and a generally optimistic market sentiment.
On the Ethereum side, 246,849 contracts worth US$617.6 million are also expiring today. Ethereum’s put-to-call ratio is 1.14, signaling a bearish outlook as more traders lean towards put options in anticipation of a potential price decline. The Max Pain price for Ethereum is US$2,650, while the current price sits at US$2,515.
The Max Pain theory suggests that as options near expiry, the underlying asset’s price tends to gravitate toward the Max Pain level, potentially triggering significant price movements. This occurs because market makers typically manipulate prices to ensure that most options expire worthless, profiting from the premiums collected.
Analysts also point to a strong bullish flow in Ethereum ahead of expiry, but this might lead to heightened volatility as traders adjust their positions, especially with many hedging their risk with put options.
With geopolitical tensions and potential economic catalysts in play, expect further fluctuations in both traditional markets and crypto assets. High volatility could create unique trading opportunities as the situation unfolds.
