Pre-earnings options volume in Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) is 1.1x normal with calls leading puts 8:5. Implied volatility suggests the market is anticipating a move near 8.5%, or $5.15, after results are released. Median move over the past eight quarters is 7.6%.
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