X-Energy options activity points to major volatility play ahead of September expiration

Recent options activity reveals diverse market expectations for three companies before September expiration. X-Energy is experiencing significant volatility plays, while Vera Therapeutics shows institutional bullishness through call spreads on September strikes. Conversely, Main Street Capital is seeing heavy put activity, indicating a bearish outlook. These movements highlight varying institutional strategies across the energy, healthcare, and financial sectors as traders position themselves for the upcoming monthly expiry dates across these specific assets.