PLTR Stock Options Analysis
Dive deep into implied volatility, put/call ratios, and unusual activity.
$135.14
+1.15 (0.86%)
Stock Price as of: May 18, 2026 00:00 ET
Options Data as of: May 18, 2026 04:00 ET
49%
IV Percentile (30D)
Average (near its recent average)
Current IV: 46.4%
0.47
Put/Call Ratio (Volume)
Bullish sentiment (more calls traded)
1.09
Put/Call Ratio (Open Interest)
Bearish sentiment (more puts open)
Options Activity Overview
251,838
Total Volume (Today)
Above average (+37% vs avg)184,156
Avg Daily Volume (5d)
2,435,017
Total Open Interest
0.1
Volume/OI Ratio
Low activityAverage Implied Volatility: 52.2%
Unusual Options Activity
| Type | Strike | Exp. Date | Volume | Open Int. | IV | Score | Mid Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Put | $111 | 2026-05-22 | 487 | 58 | 80.4% | 54.6 | $0.06 |
| Put | $148 | 2026-06-26 | 230 | 1 | 45.2% | 54.2 | $18.00 |
| Put | $129 | 2026-06-26 | 237 | 26 | 46.7% | 48.9 | $5.80 |
| Call | $105 | 2026-05-29 | 112 | 18 | 81.9% | 44.8 | $28.28 |
| Call | $100 | 2026-06-05 | 134 | 37 | 90.1% | 37.6 | $33.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The current average implied volatility for PLTR near-ATM options is 52.2%.
Our IV Percentile is 49%, which indicates that options premiums are currently average (near its recent average) relative to its recent 30-day historical range.
IV Percentile Guide:
• 80%+: High - consider selling premium (covered calls, credit spreads)
• 60-80%: Above average - selling strategies may be advantageous
• 40-60%: Average - balanced approach works
• 20-40%: Below average - buying options becomes more attractive
• Below 20%: Unusually low - favorable for buying calls or puts
IV Percentile Guide:
• 80%+: High - consider selling premium (covered calls, credit spreads)
• 60-80%: Above average - selling strategies may be advantageous
• 40-60%: Average - balanced approach works
• 20-40%: Below average - buying options becomes more attractive
• Below 20%: Unusually low - favorable for buying calls or puts
The Put/Call Ratio by volume for PLTR is 0.47 and by open interest is 1.09.
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.
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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