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Options Update: CarMax volatility suggests less risk into EPS

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CarMax (NYSE: KMX) closed at $13.06. KMX is scheduled to announce Q1 EPS on June 19. KMX June 12.5 straddle is priced at $1.35, July is at $2.15. KMX July and October option implied volatility of 66 is below its 26-week average 75, according to Track Data, suggesting decreasing price movement after EPS.

Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE: TSM) closed at $9.56. The NY Times reported on June 14 that TSM was planning on entering the Solar or LED market and would decide in the next few months. TSM July option implied volatility is at 47, October is at 44; below its 26-week average of 58 according to Track Data, suggesting decreasing price movement.

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

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Last updated: November 12, 2009: 11:56 AM

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