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Bitcoin options show put skew ahead of September FOMC

Options markets heading into the September 15-16 FOMC meeting showed put skew: implied volatility on 25-delta puts ran higher than equivalent calls.

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Bitcoin options markets heading into the September 15-16 FOMC meeting showed a clear put skew, with implied volatility on 25-delta puts higher than on the equivalent calls. The pricing suggests traders are seeking downside protection ahead of the meeting.