Materials Industrial Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

GOLD Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

Barrick Gold Corporation (GOLD) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

GOLD options trade with implied volatility typically in the 22% - 50% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

IV Rank 57.8 /100
IV 28.2%
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An IV rank near 57.8 (the value shown here is illustrative) would mean implied volatility is in roughly the 57.8th percentile of its 1-year range — middle range, neutral on premium selling vs buying. For today's live GOLD IV rank from ORATS, open the dashboard.

IV History (Simulated · Illustrative Only) Range 17.27%46.85%

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Comprehensive options market data for Barrick Gold Corporation (GOLD).

GOLD Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 22% - 50%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Good
IV Range
22% - 50%
Market Cap
$30B+
Weeklies
Yes

1 About Barrick Gold Corporation (GOLD)

Barrick Gold is one of the world's largest gold mining companies, operating mines across the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East with significant copper production.

Company Profile

Sector Materials
Industry Gold
Market Cap $30B+
Exchange NYSE

Key Dates

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

Barrick Gold Corporation operates in the Materials sector.

2 GOLD Options Market Overview

GOLD 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

GOLD options are available for trading across multiple expirations.

3 GOLD Implied Volatility & IV Rank

GOLD implied volatility is moderate, reflecting economic cycle exposure and industrial spending trends. IV is driven by earnings and macroeconomic data.

Low IV Environment
22% - 29%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
29% - 43%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
43% - 50%
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 GOLD options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

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

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View GOLD Volatility Lab

GOLD Gamma Exposure (GEX)

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

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

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live GOLD GEX

4 Common GOLD Options Strategies

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

Popular for GOLD shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on GOLD.

Range-bound strategy for GOLD between events.

Key Considerations for GOLD Options

  • GOLD 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: GOLD Options

What is GOLD's typical implied volatility?

GOLD implied volatility typically ranges from 22% - 50%.

Does GOLD have weekly options?

GOLD offers weekly options.

What is GOLD's options trading profile?

GOLD (Barrick Gold Corporation) options trade with good liquidity, averaging N/A in daily volume, typical bid-ask spreads of N/A. Implied volatility typically falls in the 22% - 50% range. The position sits in the Materials category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does GOLD 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 GOLD?

Popular strategies on GOLD options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 22% - 50% 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 GOLD's gamma exposure (GEX)?

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

What is GOLD's IV rank?

GOLD's IV rank shows where GOLD'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. GOLD implied volatility typically ranges from 22% - 50%. Check GOLD'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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