Stock Market Today 06.02.2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 6, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 6, 2026, 11:59 PM EST BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Options Spark Record Activity Amid Crypto Sell-Off February 6, 2026, 11:51 PM EST. BlackRock's spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) saw a sharp 13% drop to its lowest since October 2024, triggering record options activity. On Thursday, options volume surged to 2.33 million contracts, with put options, which offer downside protection, surpassing calls. Buyers paid a record $900 million in premiums, reflecting intense demand for protection amid market volatility. Some analysts suggest a hedge fund blowup forced forced liquidation of call options, adding