Implied Volatility Guides
Master topics related to implied volatility (option prices).
Options Trading Guides & Research
Master topics related to implied volatility (option prices).
Implied volatility represents a stock's option prices, and is one of the most important options trading concepts to master.
The VIX Index is a commonly watched indicator, as it measures option prices on the S&P 500 Index.
The "expected move" represents a probabilistic forecast for a stock's price in the future.
Want to trade VIX options? Be sure to understand common misconceptions.
VIX futures can be used to trade expectations related to changes in the VIX Index.
The VIX term structure represents the relationship between near-term and long-term VIX futures contracts.
How do you know if a stock's current implied volatility is high or low relative to its historical levels? IV rank and percentile can help.