XLK IV Analysis
Implied volatility rank and trend analysis
Low-Moderate IV
stable
XLK's implied volatility is at subdued levels, in the lower portion of its yearly range. With an IV Rank of 37.9% and IV30 at 31.0%, iv has been relatively stable. The 52-week IV range spans 38.0 percentage points.
Volatility Metrics
Current Levels
IV Rank37.9%
IV30 (30-day)31.0%
IV Range (52w)38.0%
Volatility Context
IV Trendstable
Expected MoveN/A
ATR ExpandingYes
52-Week IV Position
IV Rank shows where current implied volatility sits relative to its 52-week high and low. Higher values indicate options are relatively expensive.
IV Rank38%
Low (Buy Options)ModerateHigh (Sell Options)
<30%
Volatility Buying Zone
30-70%
Neutral Zone
70%+
Premium Selling Zone
Strategy Implications
With IV Rank at 38%, options premiums are relatively subdued. This environment may favor:
- Long options for directional plays
- Long straddles/strangles before catalysts
- Debit spreads for defined-risk directional trades
- Calendar spreads to benefit from IV expansion