



The CBOE equity put/call ratio, measured by its 10-day moving average, has reached its lowest level since February 2025, signaling a marked decline in market caution. This ratio, which reflects investor sentiment toward risk, has dropped from the highest point in the past 12 months to the second-lowest level of the year. Such low readings have been rare since the 2022 bear market. Historically, similar low levels of the put/call ratio, including the current 0.51 level—the lowest since July 2023—have preceded market corrections, including a notable 10% decline over three months. Additionally, call option activity is approaching levels seen at previous market peaks, such as in July 2024, which has typically served as a warning indicator for investors. The current low put/call ratio suggests increased market complacency and reduced fear among equity investors, raising caution about potential upcoming volatility.