Option update: D. R. Horton volatility elevated on heavy January call volume


D. R. Horton, Inc. (NYSE: DHI), the largest homebuilder in the U.S., closed at $14.76.


DHI January 15 calls traded 191 times on transaction volume of 10,428 contracts, above its open interest of 6,097 contracts. DHI January option implied volatility of 65 is above its 26-week average of 52 according to Track Data, suggesting larger risk.

Daily Options Update is provided by Stock Specialist Paul Foster of theflyonthewall.com.

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