On December 19, Eastern Time, Direxion Semicon Bear 3X options saw a total of 94822 contracts traded, with calls accounting for 77% and puts making up 22%.
Direxion Semicon Bear 3X has 656233 contracts outstanding, with calls accounting for 71% and puts making up 28%.
The top volume gainer was the 3.5 dollars Call option expiring on December 26, 2025, with 11331 contracts traded.
On the news front, Based on recent key news:

1. Dec 21, breakthrough in optical computing chips by Chinese scientists could boost semiconductor stocks, impacting SOXS negatively as it bets against the sector. Source: Shenzhen Newland Securities

2. Dec 22, concerns over AI bubble and valuation risks led to increased short positions in AI stocks, affecting market sentiment. Source: Yushan.AI

3. Dec 22, Citigroup economists predict a surge in South Korean semiconductor exports, indicating strong demand in the sector, which could pressure SOXS. Source: Citigroup reportAI and semiconductor sectors show strong demand.
Please note: The chart below does not include options expiring within five days.
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On December 19, Eastern Time, Direxion Semicon Bear 3X options saw a total of 94822 contracts traded, with calls accounting for 77% and puts making up 22%.

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