Volatility Analysis

Weekly Volatility Outlook: BA

BA implied volatility is at 33.59%. We break down the 7-day expected move and probability zones.

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Market Context

BA is trading at $215.75 with an annualized Implied Volatility (IV) of 33.59%.

With 7 days to expiration (Target: Aug 7, 2026), the market is pricing in the following potential range.

Analysis Date

Jul 31, 2026

Target Date

Aug 7, 2026

Price

$215.75

IV

33.59%

Volatility Math (7 Days)

To estimate the expected move, we convert annualized IV to the 7-day timeframe.

Formula: 33.59% × √(7/365) ≈ 4.65%.

In dollar terms, this is approximately ±$10.03.

The market expects BA to stay within ±4.65% about 68% of the time over the next 7 days.

Time Factor

0.1385

Exp. Move %

±4.65%

Exp. Move $

±$10.03

Probability Cone

The following table shows the statistical probability ranges based on current volatility.

68% Confidence

$205.71 — $225.79

80% Confidence

$202.89 — $228.61

90% Confidence

$199.24 — $232.26

95% Confidence

$196.08 — $235.42

Disclaimer

This analysis is a static projection based on current IV. Real-world events may cause price to move outside these bounds. Not investment advice.

Key takeaways

  • Current IV of 33.59% implies a ±4.65% move in 7 days.
  • The 68% confidence interval is $205.71 to $225.79.
  • Ranges are based on static IV; earnings or news can expand these significantly.