Financial Services Finance Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

NDAQ Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

NDAQ options trade with implied volatility typically in the 16% - 35% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

IV Rank 62.8 /100
IV 33.5%
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An IV rank near 62.8 (the value shown here is illustrative) would mean implied volatility is in roughly the 62.8th percentile of its 1-year range — middle range, neutral on premium selling vs buying. For today's live NDAQ IV rank from ORATS, open the dashboard.

IV History (Simulated · Illustrative Only) Range 25.51%52.32%

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Comprehensive options market data for Nasdaq Inc.

NDAQ Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 16% - 35%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Good
IV Range
16% - 35%
Market Cap
$35B+
Weeklies
Yes

1 About Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ)

Nasdaq Inc. operates global stock exchanges and provides trading technology, market data, and analytics services. It is a leading provider of capital markets technology solutions.

Company Profile

Sector Financial Services
Industry Financial Data & Exchanges
Market Cap $35B+
Exchange NASDAQ

Key Dates

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

Nasdaq Inc. operates in the Financial Services sector.

2 NDAQ Options Market Overview

NDAQ 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

NDAQ options are available for trading across multiple expirations.

3 NDAQ Implied Volatility & IV Rank

NDAQ implied volatility reflects interest rate sensitivity and credit cycle dynamics. IV spikes during financial stress events and Fed policy shifts.

Low IV Environment
16% - 20%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
20% - 30%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
30% - 35%
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 NDAQ options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

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

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View NDAQ Volatility Lab

NDAQ Gamma Exposure (GEX)

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

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

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live NDAQ GEX

4 Common NDAQ Options Strategies

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

Popular for NDAQ shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on NDAQ.

Range-bound strategy for NDAQ between events.

Key Considerations for NDAQ Options

  • NDAQ 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: NDAQ Options

What is NDAQ's typical implied volatility?

NDAQ implied volatility typically ranges from 16% - 35%.

Does NDAQ have weekly options?

NDAQ offers weekly options.

What is NDAQ's options trading profile?

NDAQ (Nasdaq 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 16% - 35% range. The position sits in the Financial Services category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does NDAQ 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 NDAQ?

Popular strategies on NDAQ options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 16% - 35% 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 NDAQ's gamma exposure (GEX)?

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

What is NDAQ's IV rank?

NDAQ's IV rank shows where NDAQ'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. NDAQ implied volatility typically ranges from 16% - 35%. Check NDAQ'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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Reviewed for technical accuracy
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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