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CVX Implied Volatility, IV Rank & Options Chain

Chevron Corporation (CVX) options data: IV rank, options chain, GEX and Greeks. Comprehensive options market data for Chevron Corporation (CVX).

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

CVX options trade with implied volatility typically in the 22% - 55% range, averaging 50K+ contracts in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: Check earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

CVX implied volatility

As of 2026-11-11

As of 2026-11-11, CVX's 30-day implied volatility is 25.5%, placing its 1-year IV percentile at 32.0 — above 32.0% of the past year's daily IV readings, a middle range, neutral between selling and buying premium.

25.5%30-day IV
32.01-year IV rank

CVX live chain, Greeks and GEX

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CVX options at a glance

Daily volume
50K+ contracts
IV range
22% - 55%
Bid-ask spread
Varies by strike
Expirations
Weekly, monthly, LEAPS
Open interest
600K+ contracts
Next earnings
Check earnings calendar
50K+ contractsAvg Volume
600K+ contractsOpen Interest
22% - 55%IV Range
GoodLiquidity
YesWeeklies
YesLEAPS

About Chevron Corporation (CVX)

Chevron Corporation trades on NYSE. Options on CVX are actively traded by retail and institutional investors.

Company profile

Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas
Market cap
Large Cap
Exchange
NYSE

Key dates

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

CVX is an actively traded options name in the Oil & Gas space.

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CVX options market overview

CVX options offer good liquidity for traders seeking exposure to Oil & Gas.

Average daily volume
50K+ contracts
Total open interest
600K+ contracts
Put/call ratio
0.6 - 1.0 typical
Typical ATM spread
Varies by strike
Weekly options
Available
LEAPS available
Yes

Liquidity assessment: Good

CVX options provide good liquidity for most trading strategies.

CVX implied volatility and IV rank

CVX implied volatility reflects market expectations for Chevron Corporation price movement.

22% - 30%Low IV, below average
30% - 42%Typical, normal conditions
42% - 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: CVX earnings expected move.

The post-earnings volatility drop is known as IV crush. Holders of short CVX 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 CVX, on today's chain.

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CVX gamma exposure (GEX)

Gamma Exposure (GEX) analysis for CVX 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 CVX right now, strike by strike.

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Common CVX options strategies

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

Key considerations for CVX options

  • CVX options liquidity: Good - affects execution quality
  • IV range: 22% - 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

CVX key events

Earnings months. Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4

  • Industry conferences
  • Product announcements
  • Regulatory updates

CVX options data by API, or in Claude

Every number on this page is one request away. The implied volatility API returns CVX'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/CVXBearer token, JSON back
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer avmcp_YOUR_TOKEN" \
     "https://apexvol.com/api/mcp/data/iv-rank/CVX"
In Claudethrough the MCP server
You

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

Claude calls get_iv_rank and get_gex

Try GEX on CVX in the console, more prompts for CVX, or set the server up in Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor or ChatGPT.

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 2026-11-11. How we research →

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Questions

Frequently asked
about CVX options.

What are CVX options?

CVX options are derivative contracts that give you the right to buy (call) or sell (put) Chevron Corporation shares at a specific price before expiration.

How do I analyze CVX implied volatility?

CVX IV typically ranges from 22% - 30% during quiet periods to 42% - 55% around earnings and major events. Compare current IV to historical ranges to assess relative value.

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

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

When does CVX report earnings?

Chevron Corporation typically reports earnings quarterly. Check the earnings calendar for exact dates as IV tends to increase before announcements.

What strategies work best for CVX options?

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

What is the best time to trade CVX options?

The most liquid trading hours for CVX 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 CVX option Greeks?

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

What happens to CVX options at expiration?

In-the-money CVX 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 CVX's gamma exposure (GEX)?

Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence CVX'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 CVX GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.

What is CVX's IV rank?

CVX's IV rank shows where CVX'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. CVX implied volatility typically ranges from 22% - 55%. Check CVX's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.

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