Technology Semiconductors Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

GFS Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

GlobalFoundries Inc. (GFS) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

GFS options trade with implied volatility typically in the 25% - 55% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

IV Rank 82.0 /100
IV 24.0%
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An IV rank near 82.0 (the value shown here is illustrative) would mean implied volatility is in roughly the 82.0th percentile of its 1-year range — elevated, premium-selling regime for credit spreads, iron condors, and short strangles. For today's live GFS IV rank from ORATS, open the dashboard.

IV History (Simulated · Illustrative Only) Range 13.2%34.36%

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Comprehensive options market data for GlobalFoundries Inc.

GFS Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 25% - 55%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Good
IV Range
25% - 55%
Market Cap
$25B+
Weeklies
Yes

1 About GlobalFoundries Inc. (GFS)

GlobalFoundries is one of the world's largest semiconductor foundries, manufacturing chips for automotive, IoT, mobile, and 5G infrastructure customers.

Company Profile

Sector Technology
Industry Semiconductors
Market Cap $25B+
Exchange NASDAQ

Key Dates

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

GlobalFoundries Inc. operates in the Technology sector.

2 GFS Options Market Overview

GFS options provide good 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 Available
LEAPS Available Yes

Liquidity Assessment: Good

GFS options are available for trading across multiple expirations.

3 GFS Implied Volatility & IV Rank

GFS implied volatility reflects the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry. IV expands around earnings and during supply chain disruptions.

Low IV Environment
25% - 32%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
32% - 47%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
47% - 55%
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 GFS options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

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

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View GFS Volatility Lab

GFS Gamma Exposure (GEX)

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

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

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live GFS GEX

4 Common GFS Options Strategies

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

Popular for GFS shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on GFS.

Range-bound strategy for GFS between events.

Key Considerations for GFS Options

  • GFS 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: GFS Options

What is GFS's typical implied volatility?

GFS implied volatility typically ranges from 25% - 55%.

Does GFS have weekly options?

GFS offers weekly options.

What is GFS's options trading profile?

GFS (GlobalFoundries Inc.) options trade with good liquidity, averaging N/A in daily volume, typical bid-ask spreads of N/A. Implied volatility typically falls in the 25% - 55% range. The position sits in the Technology category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does GFS 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 GFS?

Popular strategies on GFS options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 25% - 55% 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 GFS's gamma exposure (GEX)?

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

What is GFS's IV rank?

GFS's IV rank shows where GFS'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. GFS implied volatility typically ranges from 25% - 55%. Check GFS's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.

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Quantitative options research
All calculations use live ORATS institutional data — the same source used by professional volatility desks.
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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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