Volatility Analysis

Weekly Volatility Outlook: GOOGL

GOOGL implied volatility is at 32.62%. We break down the 7-day expected move and probability zones.

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Market Context

GOOGL is trading at $353.10 with an annualized Implied Volatility (IV) of 32.62%.

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

$353.10

IV

32.62%

Volatility Math (7 Days)

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

Formula: 32.62% × √(7/365) ≈ 4.52%.

In dollar terms, this is approximately ±$15.96.

The market expects GOOGL to stay within ±4.52% about 68% of the time over the next 7 days.

Time Factor

0.1385

Exp. Move %

±4.52%

Exp. Move $

±$15.96

Probability Cone

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

68% Confidence

$337.15 — $369.05

80% Confidence

$332.66 — $373.54

90% Confidence

$326.86 — $379.34

95% Confidence

$321.84 — $384.36

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 32.62% implies a ±4.52% move in 7 days.
  • The 68% confidence interval is $337.15 to $369.05.
  • Ranges are based on static IV; earnings or news can expand these significantly.