UNH Options
UnitedHealth Group Inc. Options Chain, Implied Volatility & Greeks
Comprehensive options market data for UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH). Explore implied volatility patterns, options chain liquidity, gamma exposure levels, and key market metrics.
UNH Options at a Glance
What's Covered in This Guide
1 About UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH)
UnitedHealth Group Inc. trades on NYSE. Options on UNH are actively traded by retail and institutional investors.
Company Profile
Key Dates
UNH is an actively traded options name in the Health Insurance space.
2 UNH Options Market Overview
UNH options offer good liquidity for traders seeking exposure to Health Insurance.
Liquidity Assessment: Good
UNH options provide good liquidity for most trading strategies.
3 UNH Volatility Profile
UNH implied volatility reflects market expectations for UnitedHealth Group Inc. price movement.
Earnings Impact
IV typically increases before earnings and contracts afterward (IV crush).
Historical Volatility vs IV
Compare IV to historical volatility to assess option pricing relative to realized moves.
Term Structure
Term structure varies with market conditions and upcoming events.
UNH Gamma Exposure (GEX)
Gamma Exposure (GEX) analysis for UNH shows how dealer hedging may impact price behavior.
Typical GEX Profile: GEX profile varies based on market conditions and option positioning.
Key Levels: Major put and call walls at round number strikes may act as support/resistance.
Dealer Hedging: Dealer hedging activity can influence price behavior at key gamma levels.
4 Common UNH Options Strategies
These are strategies commonly used by traders on UNH options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.
Used by UNH traders for income exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UNH traders for directional exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UNH traders for volatility exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UNH traders for neutral exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UNH traders for time-based exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Key Considerations for UNH Options
- UNH options liquidity: Good - affects execution quality
- IV range: 20% - 55% - important for premium selling strategies
- Earnings events can significantly impact IV and option prices
- Consider position sizing based on underlying volatility
- Weekly options available for short-term strategies
- LEAPS available for longer-term positioning
Frequently Asked Questions: UNH Options
What are UNH options?
UNH options are derivative contracts that give you the right to buy (call) or sell (put) UnitedHealth Group Inc. shares at a specific price before expiration.
How do I analyze UNH implied volatility?
UNH IV typically ranges from 20% - 28% during quiet periods to 40% - 55% around earnings and major events. Compare current IV to historical ranges to assess relative value.
What is the typical bid-ask spread for UNH options?
UNH options have good liquidity with typical spreads varying by strike and expiration. ATM options generally have tighter spreads.
When does UNH report earnings?
UnitedHealth Group Inc. typically reports earnings quarterly. Check the earnings calendar for exact dates as IV tends to increase before announcements.
What strategies work best for UNH options?
Popular UNH strategies include covered calls, vertical spreads, and straddles. Strategy selection depends on market outlook and risk tolerance.
What is the best time to trade UNH options?
The most liquid trading hours for UNH 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 UNH option Greeks?
Use our free Options Calculator or Greeks Heatmap tool to calculate delta, gamma, theta, vega and other Greeks for UNH options across all strikes and expirations.
What happens to UNH options at expiration?
In-the-money UNH options are typically auto-exercised at expiration. Out-of-the-money options expire worthless. Consider closing positions before expiration to avoid assignment risk.
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