Crypto Options Volatility Surges: Implied Earnings Moves Set to Shake Markets on September 16, 2025

Markets brace for seismic shifts as crypto options volatility hits fever pitch ahead of today's earnings announcements.

Implied moves suggest traders are pricing in potential 20-30% swings across major digital assets—because nothing says 'stable store of value' like betting your portfolio on earnings roulette.

Volatility arbitrage strategies flood the order books while institutional players hedge exposure through layered options positions. The smart money's building iron condors while retail FOMO traders pile into naked calls.

Expect liquidity crunches around key strike prices as market makers pull quotes during peak volatility. That 10% bid-ask spread isn't a bug—it's a feature of 'efficient' crypto markets.

Today's action proves yet again that crypto markets would rather price in apocalyptic scenarios than admit they might just trade sideways. Because who needs boring stability when you can have life-changing volatility?

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Ahead of earnings, TipRanks shows you the expected earnings move, which is based on options prices. Many investors follow options activity prior to earnings announcements, as it provides insights into how the stock might MOVE immediately after the earnings announcement.

To help you plan your investing, here is a list of today’s major earnings and their implied moves. The list is divided according to the timing of each company’s earnings release.

Click on any ticker to see the additional data about options on the stock, including real-time expected earnings moves, prices, volume, and open interest.

Companies Reporting Before Market Open
FERG: +/- 8.36%
ISPR: +/- 27.99%

Companies Reporting After Market Close
EPM: +/- 10.44%

Please note that options trading has known risks. Thorough research is recommended before engaging in options trading.