On January 15, Eastern Time, Circle options saw a total of 128652 contracts traded, with calls accounting for 59% and puts making up 40%.
Circle has 883087 contracts outstanding, with calls accounting for 59% and puts making up 40%.
The top volume gainer was the 100 dollars Put option expiring on January 16, 2026, with 28379 contracts traded.
On the news front, Based on recent key news:

1. Jan 15, Circle Internet Group's stock was not recommended by top analysts, maintaining a Hold rating, which may have contributed to the decline. Analysts suggest other stocks as better buys. Source: MarketBeat

2. Jan 15, Circle burned 135.6 million USDC on Ethereum as part of routine treasury operations, which might have influenced market sentiment. Source: -burns-135-million-usdc-ethereum/

3. Jan 15, A regulatory clash between traditional banks and the cryptocurrency industry over stablecoins emerged, potentially affecting Circle's operations. Source: -debate-stalls-crypto-bill/Crypto market faces regulatory challenges.
Please note: The chart below does not include options expiring within five days.
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On January 15, Eastern Time, Circle options saw a total of 128652 contracts traded, with calls accounting for 59% and puts making up 40%.

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