Options Update: Monsanto October volatility at 43 into EPS and outlook


Monsanto (NYSE: MON) closed at $74.85. MON is expected to report Q4 EPS on October 7. On September 11 MON provided FY2009 EPS guidance at the low end of its $4.40-$4.50 view. MON October option implied volatility is at 44; November is at 36, versus its six-month average of 40, according to Track Data.

Mosaic (NYSE: MOS) closed at $45.96. MOS is scheduled to report Q1 EPS today. MOS October option implied volatility is at 67, November is at 54; verses its six-month average of 62, according to Track Data.

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

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