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BMY Implied Volatility, IV Rank & Options Chain

Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) options data: IV rank, options chain, GEX and Greeks. Comprehensive options market data for Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY).

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  1. Key facts
  2. Company overview
  3. Options market
  4. Volatility profile
  5. GEX analysis
  6. Common strategies
  7. FAQ

BMY options trade with implied volatility typically in the 20% - 55% range, averaging 30K+ contracts in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: Check earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

BMY implied volatility

As of 2026-10-26

As of 2026-10-26, BMY's 30-day implied volatility is 34.5%, placing its 1-year IV percentile at 72.0 — above 72.0% of the past year's daily IV readings, an elevated, premium-selling regime favoring credit spreads, iron condors and short strangles.

34.5%30-day IV
72.01-year IV rank

BMY live chain, Greeks and GEX

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BMY options at a glance

Daily volume
30K+ contracts
IV range
20% - 55%
Bid-ask spread
Varies by strike
Expirations
Weekly, monthly, LEAPS
Open interest
400K+ contracts
Next earnings
Check earnings calendar
30K+ contractsAvg Volume
400K+ contractsOpen Interest
20% - 55%IV Range
GoodLiquidity
YesWeeklies
YesLEAPS

About Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY)

Bristol-Myers Squibb trades on NYSE. Options on BMY are actively traded by retail and institutional investors.

Company profile

Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Market cap
Large Cap
Exchange
NYSE

Key dates

Next earnings
Check earnings calendar
Earnings frequency
Quarterly
Dividend schedule
Varies
Fiscal year end
December

BMY is an actively traded options name in the Pharmaceuticals space.

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BMY options market overview

BMY options offer good liquidity for traders seeking exposure to Pharmaceuticals.

Average daily volume
30K+ contracts
Total open interest
400K+ contracts
Put/call ratio
0.6 - 1.0 typical
Typical ATM spread
Varies by strike
Weekly options
Available
LEAPS available
Yes

Liquidity assessment: Good

BMY options provide good liquidity for most trading strategies.

BMY implied volatility and IV rank

BMY implied volatility reflects market expectations for Bristol-Myers Squibb price movement.

20% - 28%Low IV, below average
28% - 40%Typical, normal conditions
40% - 55%Elevated, above average

Earnings impact

IV typically increases before earnings and contracts afterward (IV crush).

The move options are pricing for the next report, and how the last 12 went: BMY earnings expected move.

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

Historical volatility vs IV

Compare IV to historical volatility to assess option pricing relative to realized moves.

Term structure

Term structure varies with market conditions and upcoming events.

The smile, the term structure and the cone for BMY, on today's chain.

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BMY gamma exposure (GEX)

Gamma Exposure (GEX) analysis for BMY shows how dealer hedging may impact price behavior.

  • Typical GEX profile. GEX profile varies based on market conditions and option positioning.
  • Key levels. Major put and call walls at round number strikes may act as support/resistance.
  • Dealer hedging. Dealer hedging activity can influence price behavior at key gamma levels.

Where the gamma sits on BMY right now, strike by strike.

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Common BMY options strategies

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

Key considerations for BMY options

  • BMY options liquidity: Good - affects execution quality
  • IV range: 20% - 55% - important for premium selling strategies
  • Earnings events can significantly impact IV and option prices
  • Consider position sizing based on underlying volatility
  • Weekly options available for short-term strategies
  • LEAPS available for longer-term positioning

BMY key events

Earnings months. Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4

  • Industry conferences
  • Product announcements
  • Regulatory updates

BMY options data by API, or in Claude

Every number on this page is one request away. The implied volatility API returns BMY's IV rank and percentile, the gamma exposure API its dealer positioning by strike, and the chain API every strike with Greeks. Connected to the ApexVol MCP server, Claude, Cursor or ChatGPT can ask for them in plain English.

GET /api/mcp/data/iv-rank/BMYBearer token, JSON back
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer avmcp_YOUR_TOKEN" \
     "https://apexvol.com/api/mcp/data/iv-rank/BMY"
In Claudethrough the MCP server
You

What is BMY's IV rank right now, and where is its gamma flip?

Claude calls get_iv_rank and get_gex

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Written by
ApexVol Research Team
Quantitative options research. All calculations use live institutional-grade data — the same source professional volatility desks use.
Reviewed by
Ryan Silk, ApexVol Founder
Reviewed for technical accuracy. 10+ years trading options; built ApexVol's pricing engine, Greeks model and IV-rank methodology.

Revised as market conditions and institutional data change. Last revised 2026-10-26. How we research →

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Questions

Frequently asked
about BMY options.

What are BMY options?

BMY options are derivative contracts that give you the right to buy (call) or sell (put) Bristol-Myers Squibb shares at a specific price before expiration.

How do I analyze BMY implied volatility?

BMY IV typically ranges from 20% - 28% during quiet periods to 40% - 55% around earnings and major events. Compare current IV to historical ranges to assess relative value.

What is the typical bid-ask spread for BMY options?

BMY options have good liquidity with typical spreads varying by strike and expiration. ATM options generally have tighter spreads.

When does BMY report earnings?

Bristol-Myers Squibb typically reports earnings quarterly. Check the earnings calendar for exact dates as IV tends to increase before announcements.

What strategies work best for BMY options?

Popular BMY strategies include covered calls, vertical spreads, and straddles. Strategy selection depends on market outlook and risk tolerance.

What is the best time to trade BMY options?

The most liquid trading hours for BMY options are typically during regular market hours (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET), with highest volume around market open and close.

How do I calculate BMY option Greeks?

Use our free Options Calculator or Greeks Heatmap tool to calculate delta, gamma, theta, vega and other Greeks for BMY options across all strikes and expirations.

What happens to BMY options at expiration?

In-the-money BMY options are typically auto-exercised at expiration. Out-of-the-money options expire worthless. Consider closing positions before expiration to avoid assignment risk.

What is BMY's gamma exposure (GEX)?

Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence BMY's intraday price action. GEX profile varies based on market conditions and option positioning. Dealer hedging activity can influence price behavior at key gamma levels. Positive GEX tends to dampen volatility and create mean-reverting moves, while negative GEX can amplify swings. View live BMY GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.

What is BMY's IV rank?

BMY's IV rank shows where BMY'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. BMY implied volatility typically ranges from 20% - 55%. Check BMY's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.

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