Volatility Analysis

Weekly Volatility Outlook: BAC

BAC implied volatility is at 19.28%. We break down the 7-day expected move and probability zones.

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Market Context

BAC is trading at $61.99 with an annualized Implied Volatility (IV) of 19.28%.

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

$61.99

IV

19.28%

Volatility Math (7 Days)

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

Formula: 19.28% × √(7/365) ≈ 2.67%.

In dollar terms, this is approximately ±$1.66.

The market expects BAC to stay within ±2.67% about 68% of the time over the next 7 days.

Time Factor

0.1385

Exp. Move %

±2.67%

Exp. Move $

±$1.66

Probability Cone

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

68% Confidence

$60.33 — $63.65

80% Confidence

$59.87 — $64.11

90% Confidence

$59.27 — $64.71

95% Confidence

$58.75 — $65.23

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 19.28% implies a ±2.67% move in 7 days.
  • The 68% confidence interval is $60.33 to $63.65.
  • Ranges are based on static IV; earnings or news can expand these significantly.