Earnings Calendar By Implied Move - Oct 12th

For each stock, the position on the y axis is the implied move from options pricing: it is the ATM closest expiration straddle (call and put closest to the stock price) breakeven. Breakeven is the amount of absolute move, in either direction, of the stock price needed for the position to be worth its initial price. The implied move represents the expected price range anticipated by the market. While it often aligns with historical averages, it can vary. Recognising and benchmarking this implied move is crucial when planning trading strategies around earnings.

JPM with a ±3% implied move feels pretty tight for earnings. market must be snoozing on that one DPZ on the other hand always seems to swing way more than expected. the chart just confirms what anyone whos held through earnings already knows