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HotSOXX Options

Large put order reported for Semiconductor index ETF

A block of 1,236 put options on the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) with a $425 strike price and November 20, 2026 expiration is reportedly trading at a premium of $1,000.

SOXX-9.3%

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QQQ Options

Large put orders target QQQ near 684

Traders bought substantial volumes of QQQ puts at 690, 688, and 683 strikes Friday afternoon. Activity far outpaced existing open interest, indicating strong interest in downside protection or bearish bets.

QQQ-3.9%

EWT Options

Large options trade reported in Taiwan ETF

A block of 2,912 put options on the iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF (EWT) with a January 2027 expiration was reportedly traded at a premium of $1,035.50.

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