By Richard Pace — Apr 16 - 03:20 AM
FX option implied volatility reflects FX realised volatility risk premium
It's surged from 2+year lows in mid March to highs since Jan across G10 FX
EUR/USD 1-month implied vol now 2.0 above mid March lows - trades 6.9
Even 1-year expiry has rallied to 6.9 vs its own 2+year lows around 6.1
Implied vol premium for EUR puts over calls has also surged
1-month risk reversals highest downside vs upside vol premium in a year
1.0600 contains large option barriers, break risks deeper declines
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Source:
Refinitiv IFR Research/Market Commentary