Technology Large Cap Tech Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

AI Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

C3.ai Inc. (AI) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

AI options trade with implied volatility typically in the 45% - 100% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with moderate liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar.

As of 2026-06-18, AI's 30-day implied volatility is 67.6%, placing its IV rank at 68.0 — the 68.0th percentile of its 52-week range, a middle range, neutral between selling and buying premium.

Comprehensive options market data for C3.

AI Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 45% - 100%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Moderate
IV Range
45% - 100%
Market Cap
$3B+
Weeklies
No

1 About C3.ai Inc. (AI)

C3.ai provides enterprise AI software enabling organizations to deploy large-scale AI applications for predictive maintenance, fraud detection, and supply chain optimization.

Company Profile

Sector Technology
Industry Software - Application
Market Cap $3B+
Exchange NYSE

Key Dates

Next Earnings See earnings calendar
Earnings Frequency Quarterly
Dividend Schedule See company page
Fiscal Year End April

C3.ai Inc. operates in the Technology sector.

2 AI Options Market Overview

AI options provide moderate liquidity for options traders.

Average Daily Volume N/A
Total Open Interest N/A
Put/Call Ratio N/A
Typical ATM Spread N/A
Weekly Options Not Available
LEAPS Available Yes

Liquidity Assessment: Moderate

AI options are available for trading across multiple expirations.

3 AI Implied Volatility & IV Rank

AI implied volatility reflects growth expectations and competitive dynamics in the technology sector. IV expands around earnings and product announcements.

Low IV Environment
45% - 58%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
58% - 86%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
86% - 100%
Above average volatility

Earnings Impact

IV typically expands before earnings and contracts after the announcement.

The post-earnings volatility drop is known as IV crush. Holders of short AI options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

AI IV generally trades near historical volatility, with premiums expanding around earnings.

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View AI Volatility Lab

AI Gamma Exposure (GEX)

Gamma Exposure analysis for AI reveals dealer hedging dynamics at key strike levels.

Typical GEX Profile: AI tends to operate in a positive gamma environment during normal conditions.

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live AI GEX

4 Common AI Options Strategies

These are strategies commonly used by traders on AI options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.

Popular for AI shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on AI.

Range-bound strategy for AI between events.

Key Considerations for AI Options

  • AI options liquidity varies by expiration - prefer near-term and monthly expirations for tighter spreads
  • Monitor earnings dates for IV expansion/contraction patterns
  • Consider the stock's beta when sizing positions

Frequently Asked Questions: AI Options

What is AI's typical implied volatility?

AI implied volatility typically ranges from 45% - 100%.

Does AI have weekly options?

AI may have limited weekly options.

What is AI's options trading profile?

AI (C3.ai Inc.) options trade with moderate liquidity, averaging N/A in daily volume, typical bid-ask spreads of N/A. Implied volatility typically falls in the 45% - 100% range. The position sits in the Technology category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does AI implied volatility behave around earnings?

IV typically expands before earnings and contracts after the announcement. Next scheduled earnings: See earnings calendar. Traders often size short premium positions for the post-earnings IV crush, while long premium buyers should be aware that the IV decline can outweigh small directional moves.

What options strategies work well on AI?

Popular strategies on AI options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 45% - 100% typical range, days to next earnings, and the trader's directional outlook. Higher IV regimes favour premium-selling strategies; lower IV regimes favour directional debit spreads or long premium plays.

What is AI's gamma exposure (GEX)?

Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence AI's intraday price action. AI tends to operate in a positive gamma environment during normal conditions. Positive GEX tends to dampen volatility and create mean-reverting moves, while negative GEX can amplify swings. View live AI GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.

What is AI's IV rank?

AI's IV rank shows where AI's current implied volatility sits within its trailing 1-year range, scored 0–100. A reading near 100 means IV is near its yearly high — options are relatively expensive, which favors premium-selling strategies like credit spreads and iron condors. A reading near 0 means IV is near its yearly low, favoring premium-buying. AI implied volatility typically ranges from 45% - 100%. Check AI's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.

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ApexVol Research Team
Quantitative options research
All calculations use live ORATS institutional data — the same source used by professional volatility desks.
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Ryan Silk, ApexVol Founder
Reviewed for technical accuracy
10+ years trading options. Built ApexVol's pricing engine, Greeks model, and IV-rank methodology.
This guide is updated as market conditions and ORATS data change. Last revised 2026-05-31. How we research →

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