Best Options Trades for Every Implied Volatility Scenario

Implied volatility (IV) isn’t just noise — it’s the heartbeat of the options market. In his latest YouTube video, Rick Orford breaks down how to align your strategy with volatility conditions by using metrics like IV Rank and IV Percentile. Here’s a quick guide from the clip: More News from Barchart Long Options: Look for Low but Rising Volatility When volatility is below 50% but trending upward, traders may find opportunities in long calls or puts. Why it works: You spend less on the option now, and ...