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      Ethereum Options Market Shows Increased Demand for Puts Amid Price Decline

      On October 19, 2026, the Ethereum options market displayed a notable downside skew, with short-dated put options trading at a premium compared to call options. This trend indicates that traders are increasingly concerned about a potential decline in Ethereum's price, as they seek protection against downside risks. Over the past month, Ethereum's value has decreased by approximately 8%, while Bitcoin has remained relatively stable, gaining 1.5% during the same period.

      Data from Block Scholes revealed that seven-day ETH puts were trading with an implied volatility premium of up to 8 percentage points over calls. The 25-delta skew for Ethereum stood at +7.4 volatility points, reflecting a defensive sentiment among traders. In contrast, the 30-day 25-delta skew showed a softer tone at +3.1 points, suggesting that while puts are still favored, the urgency has lessened compared to the one-week outlook.

      Despite the defensive positioning in the options market, open interest for ETH options remains predominantly tilted towards calls, accounting for approximately 63% of total open interest, which is around $6.09 billion. The current spot price for Ethereum is approximately $2,400, situated between the call wall at $2,600 and the put wall at $2,300. This positioning indicates that traders are closely monitoring the $2,300 level, which could serve as a critical point for assessing market sentiment and potential price movements.

      © 2026 KLEA News. All Rights Reserved. This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

      Source: KLEA News

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