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ZIM Implied Volatility, IV Rank & Options Chain
ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM) options data: IV rank, options chain, GEX and Greeks. Comprehensive options market data for ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM).
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ZIM options trade with implied volatility typically in the 35% - 80% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with moderate liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar.
ZIM implied volatility
As of 2026-09-01As of 2026-09-01, ZIM's 30-day implied volatility is 43.0%, placing its 1-year IV percentile at 68.0 — above 68.0% of the past year's daily IV readings, a middle range, neutral between selling and buying premium.
ZIM live chain, Greeks and GEX
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ZIM options at a glance
- Daily volume
- N/A
- IV range
- 35% - 80%
- Bid-ask spread
- N/A
- Expirations
- Weekly, monthly, LEAPS
- Open interest
- N/A
- Next earnings
- See earnings calendar
About ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM)
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services is an international container shipping company operating a fleet across major global trade routes with a focus on niche markets.
Company profile
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Marine Shipping
- Market cap
- $3B+
- Exchange
- NYSE
Key dates
- Next earnings
- See earnings calendar
- Earnings frequency
- Quarterly
- Dividend schedule
- See company page
- Fiscal year end
- December
ZIM Integrated Shipping operates in the Industrials sector.
ZIM options market overview
ZIM options provide moderate 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
- Not available
- LEAPS available
- Yes
Liquidity assessment: Moderate
ZIM options are available for trading across multiple expirations.
ZIM implied volatility and IV rank
ZIM implied volatility is moderate, reflecting economic cycle exposure and industrial spending trends. IV is driven by earnings and macroeconomic data.
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 ZIM options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.
Historical volatility vs IV
ZIM IV generally trades near historical volatility, with premiums expanding around earnings.
Term structure
Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.
The smile, the term structure and the cone for ZIM, on today's chain.
Open the Volatility LabZIM gamma exposure (GEX)
Gamma Exposure analysis for ZIM reveals dealer hedging dynamics at key strike levels.
- Typical GEX profile. ZIM tends to operate in a positive gamma environment during normal conditions.
- Key levels.
- Dealer hedging.
Where the gamma sits on ZIM right now, strike by strike.
See live ZIM GEXCommon ZIM options strategies
These are strategies commonly used by traders on ZIM options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.
Key considerations for ZIM options
- ZIM 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
ZIM key events
Earnings months. January, April, July, October
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Questions
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about ZIM options.
What is ZIM's typical implied volatility?
ZIM implied volatility typically ranges from 35% - 80%.
Does ZIM have weekly options?
ZIM may have limited weekly options.
What is ZIM's options trading profile?
ZIM (ZIM Integrated Shipping) options trade with moderate liquidity, averaging N/A in daily volume, typical bid-ask spreads of N/A. Implied volatility typically falls in the 35% - 80% range. The position sits in the Industrials category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.
How does ZIM 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 ZIM?
Popular strategies on ZIM options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 35% - 80% 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 ZIM's gamma exposure (GEX)?
Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence ZIM's intraday price action. ZIM 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 ZIM GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.
What is ZIM's IV rank?
ZIM's IV rank shows where ZIM'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. ZIM implied volatility typically ranges from 35% - 80%. Check ZIM's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.
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