CVX Stock Options Analysis

Dive deep into implied volatility, put/call ratios, and unusual activity.

$176.90
+5.71 (3.34%)
Stock Price as of: Jan 30, 2026 00:00 ET
Options Data as of: Jan 30, 2026 05:00 ET
15%
IV Percentile (30D)
Very Low (cheap options)
Current IV: 18.5%
0.32
Put/Call Ratio (Volume)
Bullish sentiment (more calls traded)
0.56
Put/Call Ratio (Open Interest)
Bullish sentiment (more calls open)
Options Activity Overview

94,980

Total Volume (Today)

518,789

Total Open Interest


Average Implied Volatility: 27.0%

Unusual Options Activity
Type Strike Exp. Date Volume Open Int. IV Score Mid Price
Call $150 2026-02-13 183 22 0.0% 68.0 $25.46
Call $178 2026-02-13 2,344 117 24.9% 54.9 $3.30
Call $183 2026-02-13 2,370 20 25.4% 54.0 $1.46
Call $183 2026-02-06 1,941 119 26.7% 53.6 $0.79
Put $170 2026-03-13 105 1 24.7% 53.4 $3.88
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Frequently Asked Questions

The current average implied volatility for CVX near-ATM options is 27.0%. Our IV Percentile is 15%, which indicates that options premiums are currently very low (cheap options) relative to its recent 30-day historical range.

IV Percentile Guide:
80%+: Very expensive - consider selling premium (covered calls, credit spreads)
65-80%: Elevated - selling strategies may be advantageous
45-65%: Moderate - balanced approach works
25-45%: Below average - buying options becomes more attractive
Below 25%: Very cheap - favorable for buying calls or puts

The Put/Call Ratio by volume for CVX is 0.32 and by open interest is 0.56.

A ratio above 1 indicates a prevalence of put options, often signaling more bearish sentiment or demand for downside protection. A ratio below 1 indicates more call options, suggesting bullish sentiment or demand for upside exposure.

This options data provides valuable insights into market sentiment and options pricing. High IV suggests selling premium, while low IV suggests buying premium. The Put/Call ratio can confirm overall market direction bias. Unusual activity might highlight institutional positioning. Always combine this with your own technical and fundamental analysis.

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