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INTC Implied Volatility, IV Rank & Options Chain
Intel Corporation (INTC) options data: IV rank, options chain, GEX and Greeks. Comprehensive options market data for Intel Corporation (INTC).
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INTC options trade with implied volatility typically in the 25% - 80% range, averaging 300K+ contracts in daily volume with excellent liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.
INTC live implied volatility
Refreshed every 15 minAs of 12:16 p.m. ET, Oct 27, 2026, INTC's 30-day implied volatility is 66.9%, placing its 1-year IV percentile at 23 — above 23% of the past year's daily IV readings, a low-IV, premium-buying regime favoring long calls/puts and debit spreads.
INTC live chain, Greeks and GEX
TerminalEvery figure above is reference data. The live INTC chain, its Greeks, the gamma profile and the flow tape update through the session inside the Terminal.
INTC options at a glance
- Daily volume
- 300K+ contracts
- IV range
- 25% - 80%
- Bid-ask spread
- $0.01 - $0.02 ATM
- Expirations
- Weekly, monthly, LEAPS
- Open interest
- 4M+ contracts
- Next earnings
- See earnings calendar
About Intel Corporation (INTC)
Intel Corporation designs and manufactures semiconductor chips. Once the dominant PC and server processor company, Intel has fallen behind AMD and NVIDIA in recent years. The company is investing heavily in manufacturing (Intel Foundry Services) and attempting a major turnaround under CEO Pat Gelsinger.
Company profile
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Market cap
- $100B+
- Exchange
- NASDAQ
Key dates
- Next earnings
- See earnings calendar
- Earnings frequency
- Quarterly
- Dividend schedule
- Quarterly
- Fiscal year end
- December
Intel is attempting a historic turnaround, competing with AMD in CPUs and building a foundry business to compete with TSMC. Government CHIPS Act funding supports U.S. manufacturing expansion.
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INTC options market overview
INTC options are highly liquid due to low stock price and high retail interest in the turnaround story. Volume is strong but sentiment is mixed.
- Average daily volume
- 300K+ contracts
- Total open interest
- 4M+ contracts
- Put/call ratio
- 0.70 - 1.00 typical
- Typical ATM spread
- $0.01 - $0.02 ATM
- Weekly options
- Available
- LEAPS available
- Yes
Liquidity assessment: Excellent
INTC options are among the most liquid semiconductor options. Low stock price makes them very accessible.
INTC implied volatility and IV rank
INTC implied volatility reflects turnaround uncertainty and competitive pressures. IV spikes on product launches and foundry business updates.
Earnings impact
IV builds significantly before earnings. Product roadmap updates and foundry wins are key catalysts.
The move options are pricing for the next report, and how the last 12 went: INTC earnings expected move.
The post-earnings volatility drop is known as IV crush. Holders of short INTC options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.
Historical volatility vs IV
IV includes substantial turnaround risk premium.
Term structure
Often steep as long-term turnaround uncertainty commands premium.
The smile, the term structure and the cone for INTC, on today's chain.
Open INTC in IV IntelligenceINTC gamma exposure (GEX)
Gamma Exposure analysis for INTC shows heavy positioning at key price levels reflecting turnaround speculation.
- Typical GEX profile. INTC gamma can be volatile as sentiment swings between turnaround optimism and skepticism.
- Key levels. Dollar strikes and round numbers attract significant open interest.
- Dealer hedging. Heavy retail participation creates dynamic dealer hedging flows.
Where the gamma sits on INTC right now, strike by strike.
See live INTC GEXCommon INTC options strategies
These are strategies commonly used by traders on INTC options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.
Key considerations for INTC options
- Intel is attempting a major turnaround - execution risk is significant
- Competition from AMD (CPUs) and NVIDIA (AI/GPUs) remains intense
- Intel Foundry Services is a long-term bet on U.S. chip manufacturing
- CHIPS Act funding provides government support for manufacturing expansion
- Process technology leadership must be reclaimed from TSMC
- Low stock price makes Intel accessible but reflects market skepticism
INTC key events
Earnings months. January, April, July, October
- Product Launches (new processor generations)
- Foundry Customer Announcements
- CHIPS Act Funding Updates
- Process Technology Milestones
INTC options data by API, or in Claude
Every number on this page is one request away. The implied volatility API returns INTC'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.
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"https://apexvol.com/api/mcp/data/iv-rank/INTC"What is INTC's IV rank right now, and where is its gamma flip?
Claude calls get_iv_rank and get_gexTry GEX on INTC in the console, more prompts for INTC, or set the server up in Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor or ChatGPT.
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Questions
Frequently asked
about INTC options.
How liquid are INTC options?
INTC options are extremely liquid with average daily volume exceeding 300,000 contracts. Penny-wide spreads make them very accessible to retail traders.
What is INTC's typical implied volatility?
INTC implied volatility typically ranges from 25% to 80%. Normal conditions see IV between 35-50%, elevated due to turnaround uncertainty.
What is Intel's turnaround strategy?
Intel is investing in manufacturing technology to reclaim process leadership, building a foundry business to compete with TSMC, and launching new CPU generations to compete with AMD.
How does CHIPS Act affect INTC?
The CHIPS Act provides billions in government subsidies for U.S. chip manufacturing. Intel is a major beneficiary, receiving funding for new fabs in Arizona and Ohio.
When does INTC report earnings?
INTC reports quarterly in January, April, July, and October, typically after market close.
What is the best time to trade INTC options?
The most liquid trading hours for INTC 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 INTC option Greeks?
Use our free Options Calculator or Greeks Heatmap tool to calculate delta, gamma, theta, vega and other Greeks for INTC options across all strikes and expirations.
What happens to INTC options at expiration?
In-the-money INTC 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 INTC's gamma exposure (GEX)?
Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence INTC's intraday price action. INTC gamma can be volatile as sentiment swings between turnaround optimism and skepticism. Heavy retail participation creates dynamic dealer hedging flows. Positive GEX tends to dampen volatility and create mean-reverting moves, while negative GEX can amplify swings. View live INTC GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.
What is INTC's IV rank?
INTC's IV rank shows where INTC'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. INTC implied volatility typically ranges from 25% - 80%. Check INTC's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.
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