UPS Options
United Parcel Service Options Chain, Implied Volatility & Greeks
Comprehensive options market data for United Parcel Service (UPS). Explore implied volatility patterns, options chain liquidity, gamma exposure levels, and key market metrics.
UPS Options at a Glance
What's Covered in This Guide
1 About United Parcel Service (UPS)
United Parcel Service trades on NYSE. Options on UPS are actively traded by retail and institutional investors.
Company Profile
Key Dates
UPS is an actively traded options name in the Logistics space.
2 UPS Options Market Overview
UPS options offer good liquidity for traders seeking exposure to Logistics.
Liquidity Assessment: Good
UPS options provide good liquidity for most trading strategies.
3 UPS Volatility Profile
UPS implied volatility reflects market expectations for United Parcel Service 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.
UPS Gamma Exposure (GEX)
Gamma Exposure (GEX) analysis for UPS 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 UPS Options Strategies
These are strategies commonly used by traders on UPS options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.
Used by UPS traders for income exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UPS traders for income exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UPS traders for directional exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UPS traders for neutral exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Used by UPS traders for time-based exposure. Good liquidity supports efficient execution.
Key Considerations for UPS Options
- UPS options liquidity: Good - affects execution quality
- IV range: 18% - 45% - 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: UPS Options
What are UPS options?
UPS options are derivative contracts that give you the right to buy (call) or sell (put) United Parcel Service shares at a specific price before expiration.
How do I analyze UPS implied volatility?
UPS IV typically ranges from 18% - 25% during quiet periods to 35% - 45% around earnings and major events. Compare current IV to historical ranges to assess relative value.
What is the typical bid-ask spread for UPS options?
UPS options have good liquidity with typical spreads varying by strike and expiration. ATM options generally have tighter spreads.
When does UPS report earnings?
United Parcel Service typically reports earnings quarterly. Check the earnings calendar for exact dates as IV tends to increase before announcements.
What strategies work best for UPS options?
Popular UPS strategies include covered calls, cash-secured puts, and vertical spreads. Strategy selection depends on market outlook and risk tolerance.
What is the best time to trade UPS options?
The most liquid trading hours for UPS 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 UPS option Greeks?
Use our free Options Calculator or Greeks Heatmap tool to calculate delta, gamma, theta, vega and other Greeks for UPS options across all strikes and expirations.
What happens to UPS options at expiration?
In-the-money UPS 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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