Consumer Discretionary Consumer Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

POOL Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

Pool Corporation (POOL) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

POOL options trade with implied volatility typically in the 18% - 42% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with good liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

IV Rank 43.8 /100
IV 31.8%
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An IV rank near 43.8 (the value shown here is illustrative) would mean implied volatility is in roughly the 43.8th percentile of its 1-year range — middle range, neutral on premium selling vs buying. For today's live POOL IV rank from ORATS, open the dashboard.

IV History (Simulated · Illustrative Only) Range 20.74%47.37%

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Comprehensive options market data for Pool Corporation (POOL).

POOL Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 18% - 42%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Good
IV Range
18% - 42%
Market Cap
$13B+
Weeklies
Yes

1 About Pool Corporation (POOL)

Pool Corporation is the world's largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related products, serving professional contractors.

Company Profile

Sector Consumer Discretionary
Industry Specialty Retail
Market Cap $13B+
Exchange NASDAQ

Key Dates

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

Pool Corporation operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

2 POOL Options Market Overview

POOL 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

POOL options are available for trading across multiple expirations.

3 POOL Implied Volatility & IV Rank

POOL implied volatility reflects consumer spending trends and competitive dynamics.

Low IV Environment
18% - 24%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
24% - 36%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
36% - 42%
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 POOL options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

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

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View POOL Volatility Lab

POOL Gamma Exposure (GEX)

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

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

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live POOL GEX

4 Common POOL Options Strategies

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

Popular for POOL shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on POOL.

Range-bound strategy for POOL between events.

Key Considerations for POOL Options

  • POOL 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: POOL Options

What is POOL's typical implied volatility?

POOL implied volatility typically ranges from 18% - 42%.

Does POOL have weekly options?

POOL offers weekly options.

What is POOL's options trading profile?

POOL (Pool 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 18% - 42% range. The position sits in the Consumer Discretionary category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does POOL 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 POOL?

Popular strategies on POOL options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 18% - 42% 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 POOL's gamma exposure (GEX)?

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

What is POOL's IV rank?

POOL's IV rank shows where POOL'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. POOL implied volatility typically ranges from 18% - 42%. Check POOL'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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Ryan Silk, ApexVol Founder
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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