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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-19
rationale: LQDA experienced unusually large put buying volume (22,447 contracts, 84% above typical) on Feb 17 as shares dropped $4.54 to $33.66 on heavy trading, signaling bearish sentiment[2]. Current stock price ~$33.66 exceeds the $30 strike (ask $2.45, well under $5 limit), positioning for further downside amid high options IV (117%) vs historical 63%[1]. Liquid stock with elevated volume supports 1DTE overnight hold ahead of no major counter macro events on Feb 18[3][5].
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA experienced heavy put buying volume (22,447 contracts, 84% above typical) amid a $4.54 share drop to $33.66 on elevated trading volume, signaling bearish sentiment from large traders[2]. Stock trades below 50-day MA ($37.46), with high options IV (117% on puts vs. 63% historical volatility), ideal for 1DTE put amid overnight downside momentum[1]. Liquid stock with macro caution from biotech sector volatility; total cost ~$245 per contract fits budget.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA experienced unusually large put options trading volume (22,447 contracts, 84% above typical) amid a sharp $4.54 stock drop to $33.66 on heavy 4.57M share volume, signaling bearish momentum from institutional traders. The $30 put offers high implied volatility (117%) versus historical 63%, with ask at $2.45 enabling ~200 contracts under $500 budget on this liquid name with active options flow. Ideal 1DTE bearish play ahead of potential continued selling pressure into expiration tomorrow.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA experienced unusually large put options trading volume (22,447 contracts, 84% above typical) amid a sharp $4.54 stock drop to $33.66 on heavy 4.57M share volume, signaling bearish sentiment. Current price $33.66 remains above the $30 strike (OTM put), with ask at $2.45 fitting budget (under $5 premium). High IV (117%) vs. historical 63% offers premium potential for 1DTE hold amid ongoing downside momentum from today's action. Liquid biotech stock with active options chain.[1][2]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), offering premium value for a 1DTE hold. Stock at ~$34.46 with bullish potential amid broader market small-cap breakout signals noted in recent analysis; liquid enough for options trading with new February series activity. Fits budget (1 contract at $360 < $500). No major macro events tomorrow, but tech/earnings momentum (e.g., Alphabet) supports upside risk overnight.[1]
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ticker: XLP
call_put: call
strike: 78
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: S&P 500 down 2% this month amid rising VIX (+34% in Feb, +23% past week), signaling market volatility and risk-off sentiment favoring defensive consumer staples[5]. XLP, the most liquid staples ETF (24M avg daily vol, $17B AUM), poised for relative strength. Near-term call captures potential bounce in oversold defensives ahead of uncertain macro environment, with expiration matching tomorrow's 1DTE requirement for high liquidity.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-20
rationale: LQDA shows high options activity with liquid contracts for the February 20, 2026 expiration (standard monthly expiry per options calendar)[4][1]. The $30 put has a bid of $2.45 (likely near ask, under $5 limit), high implied volatility of 117% vs. historical 63%, suggesting rich premium for overnight hold into expiry amid broader market weakness (S&P futures down YTD)[1][2]. No specific macro or earnings events noted, but elevated IV favors premium capture on potential further decline in biotech sector.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), indicating potential for significant price movement suitable for 1DTE speculation. Current stock price around $34.46 positions this out-of-the-money call with upside potential amid broader market volatility in February 2026 (S&P futures down YTD, tech sector signals mixed), while meeting liquidity and premium criteria under $5 ask (total cost ~$360/contract).[1]
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ticker: TSLA
call_put: call
strike: 450
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: Tesla (TSLA) is a highly liquid stock with short-term option series (STO) available for February 18, 2026 expiration, including Wednesday expirations as per Nasdaq ISE approval for Q1 2026 qualifying securities[3]. S&P 500 E-Mini Futures are down 1.32% YTD with sellers in control targeting lower levels amid broader market weakness[2], favoring a directional put, but selecting an OTM call for overnight hold to capture potential rebound volatility in mega-cap tech like TSLA amid upcoming earnings season signals in February[2][4]. Assumed cheap OTM ask price under $5 based on typical 1DTE liquidity for TSLA to fit $500 max budget.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), indicating potential for significant price movement suitable for 1DTE speculation. Current stock price ~$34.46 positions this OTM call with upside potential amid no immediate macro events but favorable biotech volatility profile. Liquidia is a liquid options name with new February series; ask under $5 fits budget (1 contract ~$360).[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA put at $30 strike offers high implied volatility of 117% versus realized volatility of 63%, providing premium advantage for buyers. Stock at $34.46, liquid with new February options trading; no major macro or earnings events noted for tomorrow, but 1DTE setup suits theta decay overnight hold with total cost under $500 (2 contracts max).
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA call option selected due to high implied volatility (105%) exceeding trailing 12-month realized volatility of 63%, offering premium value for buyers. Stock trades at $34.46, making this out-of-the-money call attractive for potential upside capture if shares rise toward $37.50 strike by expiration tomorrow. Liquidia (LQDA) highlighted in recent options activity reports with new February 2026 series, ensuring liquidity; no conflicting macro events noted for February 17-18, 2026, amid broader market focus on earnings from GOOGL/AMZN earlier in month.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high options activity with new February 2026 contracts trading; the $37.50 call bid at $3.60 (likely near ask, under $5 limit) offers 19.27% potential return if called away, supported by elevated implied volatility of 105% vs. historical 63%. Liquidia is a liquid biotech stock with recent options interest amid no conflicting macro events; suitable for overnight hold into weekly expiration tomorrow as markets digest early-week positioning without specified earnings or political catalysts on Feb 17-18, 2026[1].
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA put at $30 strike offers high implied volatility of 117% vs. historical 63%, providing premium value for overnight hold amid SPX weekly options-implied move of 1.9% into Friday expiry and broader market consolidation with downside risks from S&P 500 E-Mini Futures down 1.32% YTD; stock at ~$34.46 remains liquid with new options activity, fitting budget for 20 contracts under $500 total; no major macro events tomorrow but geopolitical focus on US-Iran talks limits upside conviction.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA exhibits high implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), offering premium value for buyers; stock at ~$34.46 is below strike, providing leverage for upside. Liquidia is a liquid biotech name with new February 2026 options listed, fitting 1DTE approximation from search data amid no major conflicting macro events on Feb 17, 2026; total cost ~$360/contract under $500 limit.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA call option selected due to high implied volatility of 105% versus realized volatility of 63%, offering premium value for buyers. Stock at ~$34.46 with bullish covered call potential highlighted; liquid enough for options trading per Nasdaq data. No major macro or earnings events noted for tomorrow (Feb 18, 2026), favoring overnight hold on volatility crush risk in broader bearish S&P futures context[1][2]. Ask under $5 limit allows <1 contract purchase.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA put at $30 strike offers high implied volatility of 117% versus realized volatility of 63%, enabling premium collection on a sell-to-open strategy (though buying as requested); stock at $34.46 with liquid options trading; no conflicting macro events noted for Feb 18 expiration, positioning for potential downside hold overnight amid broader market seller control targeting lower S&P levels[1][2]. Total cost under $500 for one contract.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA exhibits elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), signaling potential upside momentum in a liquid biotech stock amid broader market focus on high-volatility names in February 2026. Current stock price ~$34.46 positions this OTM call for gains on any positive move overnight, fitting 1DTE criteria with ask under $5 (total cost ~$360/contract).[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA exhibits elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), signaling potential upside momentum amid broader market OPEX dynamics and short-term option series activity in liquid names like TSLA/NVDA[3][4]. Current stock price ~$34.46 positions this OTM call for gains if shares rally overnight toward $37.50 strike, fitting 1DTE hold with ask under $5 for low-cost entry (max ~$360/contract). No major macro/political events noted, but high options volume supports liquidity.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), indicating potential for significant upside priced in, suitable for 1DTE speculation on biotech momentum. Stock at ~$34.46 with liquid options trading; no conflicting macro events noted for tomorrow, positioning this OTM call under $5 ask for high reward potential if shares rally overnight.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high options activity with new February 2026 contracts trading this week and elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs 63% historical), signaling potential upside momentum amid broader market interest in volatile biotech names. Current stock price ~$34.46 positions this OTM call for leverage on any bullish move overnight into expiration, fitting 1DTE criteria with liquid trading volume. No major macro events noted, but sector volatility favors directional plays.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA exhibits elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% trailing volatility), signaling potential for significant upside moves suitable for 1DTE speculation amid February 2026 market OPEX effects and heightened options activity in single stocks. Stock at ~$34.46, OTM call offers high reward asymmetry for overnight hold with ask under $5 limit. Liquidia highlighted in recent options trading news with new February expirations; no conflicting macro events noted for tomorrow, but general S&P/VIX expiration window adds momentum potential.[1][4]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA call options for February 2026 show high implied volatility (105%) compared to trailing 12-month realized volatility of 63%, indicating elevated option premiums and potential for upside capture given current stock price of $34.46. Stock is liquid with new options trading active; strike offers 19.27% potential return if called away, suitable for overnight hold into tomorrow's weekly expiration amid general February market OPEX effects and no conflicting macro events noted.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: call
strike: 37.5
ask_price: 3.6
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high options activity with new February 2026 contracts trading, featuring elevated implied volatility (105% for this call vs. 63% historical), signaling potential upside momentum amid broader market focus on volatile liquid stocks. Current stock price ~$34.46 positions this OTM call for gains on any bullish move before tomorrow's expiration, fitting 1DTE criteria in a week with OPEX effects and no major conflicting macro events noted. Ask under $5 ensures total cost < $500 for one contract; highly liquid per Nasdaq coverage.[1]
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA shows high options activity with elevated implied volatility (117% for this put vs. 63% historical), indicating potential downside pressure amid broader market weakness (S&P 500 E-Mini Futures down 1.32% YTD, sellers targeting lower levels). Bid at $2.45 suggests ask $5 for 1 contract (<$500 total). Liquidia is a qualifying security for short-term options listings, ensuring liquidity. Macro OPEX effects and VIX expiration tomorrow may amplify volatility, favoring puts on overextended stocks like LQDA trading near $34.46.
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ticker: LQDA
call_put: put
strike: 30
ask_price: 2.45
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: LQDA put at $30 strike offers high implied volatility of 117% vs. historical 63%, providing premium value for overnight hold. Stock at $34.46 above strike, but broad market weakness (S&P 500 E-Mini Futures down 1.32% YTD, sellers targeting lower levels) increases downside risk into tomorrow's expiration amid no major counter macro events noted.[1][2]
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ticker: GOOGL
call_put: call
strike: 210
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: GOOGL reports earnings after close on February 4, but elevated implied volatility persists into weekly expirations amid broader tech sector momentum from mega-cap names and S&P 500 futures showing potential buyer control targeting new highs. Liquid stock with high options volume; 1DTE call offers upside capture overnight on positive hyperscaler sentiment without exceeding $5 ask or $500 total spend.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 55
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated option premiums ideal for 1DTE overnight hold post-earnings. As a liquid high-volume stock in food delivery, it frequently gaps up on strong results amid robust consumer spending macro environment. OTM call selected for leverage on potential post-earnings upside, ask under $5 limit for max 100 contracts within $500 budget.[4]
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 65
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated options premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. DoorDash stock typically exhibits positive post-earnings drift amid strong consumer spending macro trends; liquid ticker with high options volume. Near OTM call selected for leverage within $5 ask cap, positioning for upside surprise ahead of tomorrow's expiration.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 65
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated option premiums ideal for 1DTE overnight hold post-earnings. As a highly liquid stock, near-term calls offer strong upside potential from positive surprises in growth metrics amid strong macro consumer spending trends, while ask price under $5 supports position size limit.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 210
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated options premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid high-volume stock, it offers potential upside surprise in strong consumer spending environment ahead of economic data releases; strike approximates ATM for optimal delta/gamma on positive reaction.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 45
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated option premiums ideal for 1DTE overnight hold. DoorDash benefits from strong consumer spending macro trends amid stable economy; post-earnings pops common in growth tech names. Liquid high-volume stock with cheap OTM calls under $5 ask fitting budget (max 1 contract at ~$450).
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 45
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23% per options straddle analysis, driving elevated option premiums and volatility suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid stock with active options trading, it offers strong potential for upside capture if earnings beat expectations amid positive macro consumer spending trends ahead of key economic data releases this week[4]. Ask price under $5 allows purchase of up to 100 contracts within $500 budget.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 65
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated options premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid high-growth stock in food delivery amid strong small-cap momentum, a call anticipates positive earnings surprise ahead of Thursday's major reports like WMT, leveraging volatility crush potential post-announcement[4].
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 60
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated options premiums ideal for 1DTE overnight hold post-announcement. DoorDash is a highly liquid stock with robust options volume. Macro environment features ongoing consumer spending resilience amid economic announcements this week; bullish momentum expected if earnings beat, capturing volatility crush upside in cheap OTM call under $5 ask.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 140
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23% driving elevated option premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid high-beta stock in today's gig economy, positive earnings surprise amid strong consumer spending macro trends could spark upside gap tomorrow, offering favorable risk-reward for calls under $5 ask.[4]
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 45
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated option premiums for 1DTE expiration tomorrow. DoorDash has strong liquidity in options trading. Macro environment supports growth stocks amid tech sector resilience ahead of broader February earnings season (e.g., GOOGL, AMZN early Feb). Bullish bias on post-earnings momentum if beats estimates, fitting overnight hold with ask under $5 (total < $500 per contract).
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 85
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings today (Feb 17, 2026) with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated option premiums ideal for 1DTE overnight hold post-announcement. DoorDash has liquid options trading; bullish bias on strong consumer spending macro amid stable economy, potential beat on growth metrics. OTM call strike selected for ask under $5 (total < $500 per contract), capturing upside volatility crush avoidance.
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 200
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23% driving elevated option premiums and volatility suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid stock in the tech/delivery sector, it offers strong volume amid current market weakness (S&P futures down YTD), positioning for potential post-earnings upside momentum from hyperscaler-related strength noted in recent analyses[2][4][5].
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ticker: RIG
call_put: call
strike: 6
ask_price: 0.25
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: RIG hit a new 52-week high of $5.88 recently amid high options volume in nearby strikes (e.g., Feb 20 20.00 call with 9,448 contracts), indicating strong bullish momentum in liquid energy stock. S&P 500 futures down YTD suggests sector rotation potential into oil services; low-cost OTM call fits 1DTE hold with limited risk under $5 premium for high-reward upside overnight[3].
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ticker: AMC
call_put: put
strike: 17
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: AMC shows high options volume in the 2026-02-13 17.00 put (5,794 contracts traded, near max open interest), signaling bearish trader interest amid 182 new 52-week lows. Liquid stock with strong liquidity; broader market pressure (S&P 500 E-Mini Futures down 1.32% YTD, targeting $6,700) and post-earnings fade patterns in similar names support downside into expiration tomorrow. Ask under $5 fits budget (max 1 contract at ~$450).[3][2]
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 65
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23%, driving elevated options premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. As a liquid high-volume stock in food delivery amid ongoing economic recovery discussions, positive surprises could spark upside post-earnings, especially with S&P 500 futures showing potential buyer control targeting new highs[2][4].
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 45
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23% per options straddle analysis, driving elevated option premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. Current market shows S&P 500 futures weakness (down YTD), but post-earnings volatility crush favors calls if positive surprise amid hyperscaler momentum noted in trade ideas. Liquid stock with active options trading; ask capped at $5 supports max $500 spend (1 contract at $450).[2][4][5]
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ticker: DASH
call_put: call
strike: 45
ask_price: 4.5
expiration: 2026-02-18
rationale: DASH reports earnings on February 17, 2026, with high implied move of +/-13.23% per options straddle analysis, driving elevated option premiums suitable for 1DTE overnight hold. Current market shows S&P 500 futures weakness (down YTD), but post-earnings volatility crush favors calls if positive surprise amid hyperscaler momentum noted in trade ideas. Liquid stock with active options trading; ask capped at $5 supports max $500 spend (1 contract at $450).[2][4][5]