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Oct 06 - 05:55 AM

GBP/USD - Huge GBP/USD Option Hedging Can Dampen NFP Reaction

By Richard Pace  —  Oct 06 - 03:40 AM
  • GBP/USD overnight expiry implied volatility premium/break-even 61 USD pips

  • Same price seen before 1 Sept NFP after minimal additional risk premium

  • Suggests a perceived lower risk of additional realised volatility

  • GBP/USD recovery brings it within a massive FX option expiry zone

  • Strikes at 1.2175, 1.2200, 1.2225, 1.2250 expire 10-am New York Friday

  • Related cash hedging flows can help to limit realised volatility post NFP

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Source:
Refinitiv IFR Research/Market Commentary

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