MSFT May 6th Options Launch with $295 Put Bid $8.45, $310 Call $6.20 at $299.69

New May 6th MSFT options began trading on April 21, 2026, with Stock Options Channel spotlighting a $295 put bid at $8.45 (effective $286.55 cost basis, 2.86% return) and $310 call bid at $6.20 (5.51% return if called). This follows April 20's May 4th options debut at MSFT $421.03, featuring $415 put ($10.50 bid, $404.50 basis) and $425 call ($12.85 bid, 3.99% yield). Both releases emphasize income strategies via YieldBoost selling, citing 24% trailing volatility and high odds of options expiring worthless (99% latest). The coverage targets options traders, potentially boosting short-dated volume without driving major price action.