CVX Expected Move Calculator
Calculate the expected price range for Chevron Corp. (CVX) based on implied volatility and time to expiration.
Chevron options track energy sector dynamics similar to XOM, with IV driven by commodity prices and capital allocation decisions.
Over the last three months CVX has been on the calmer end for individual stocks: 23.9% annualized realized volatility (under 25% band). Quiet stretches keep expected moves narrow. If the option chain's IV sits well above this, the market is pricing in more movement than the stock has lately delivered — often ahead of a catalyst.
Quote refreshes every 6h. Use as context — not a real-time price.
IV typically expands into earnings and crushes on the report. Plan your position size and expiration accordingly.
Enter stock price, implied volatility, and days to expiration, then click Calculate expected move to see the expected price range.
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Worked Example: CVX Expected Move at $206.69
Using CVX's last quote of $206.69 (as of October 2, 2026), with CVX's own 3-month realized volatility of 23.9% standing in for IV. Implied volatility usually runs above realized — especially before earnings — so enter the at-the-money IV from your option chain for the market's number.
30-day 1σ move (~68%)
±$14.16 (±6.9%)
$192.53 – $220.85
30-day 2σ range (~95%)
±$28.32
$178.37 – $235.01
7-day 1σ move
±$6.84
$199.85 – $213.53
$206.69 × 23.9% × √(30 / 365) = $14.16
- CVX sits 84% of the way from its 52-week low ($146.49) to its high ($217.78). The 30-day 1σ band spans 40% of the width of that 52-week range.
- At this volatility, the 2σ band reaches above the 52-week high of $217.78 — a tail move would put CVX somewhere it hasn't traded all year.
- CVX reports earnings on October 30, 2026, inside this 30-day window. Real IV for this expiration includes an earnings premium, so the market's expected move is likely wider than this example.
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Trading CVX Options & Expected Move
Chevron's expected move profile mirrors XOM in many ways, but production-mix differences and the company's downstream exposure produce occasionally divergent reactions to the same macro setup. Permian and Kazakhstan production updates are unique catalysts. Major project sanctions and acquisition activity, including the multi-year process around Hess, have historically produced non-earnings gaps. Options liquidity is strong in monthlies and decent in weeklies. Traders often use CVX as a pair against XOM to express relative-value views on integrated-major dispersion. Skew is generally balanced. When pricing expected move, factor in crude inventory data releases on Wednesdays and any pending OPEC+ decisions, both of which have historically generated single-stock moves that exceed the prior week's implied daily range.
Recent CVX Earnings History
Last 4 quarters of EPS estimate vs actual.
| Quarter | Estimate | Actual | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | $5.62 | $6.06 | Beat +7.93% |
| Q1 2026 | $0.96 | $1.41 | Beat +46.52% |
| Q4 2025 | $1.46 | $1.52 | Beat +3.91% |
| Q3 2025 | $1.70 | $1.85 | Beat +8.93% |
EPS values from Finnhub. Refreshes daily.
Expected Move Formula
Expected Move = Price × IV × √(DTE / 365)
1σ Range: Price ± Expected Move (≈68% probability)
2σ Range: Price ± 2 × Expected Move (≈95% probability)
How to Use This Calculator for CVX
- Enter CVX's current stock price — check your broker or a financial data site for the latest quote.
- Enter the implied volatility — use the at-the-money IV for the expiration you're targeting. Your broker's option chain will show this.
- Enter days to expiration — the number of calendar days until the options expire.
- Click Calculate — see the 1σ and 2σ expected ranges for CVX.
- Apply to your trade — use the ranges to select strikes, evaluate iron condors, or decide if options premiums are fairly priced.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the expected move for CVX?
- The expected move for CVX (Chevron Corp.) is the price range the market expects the stock to stay within over a given period, based on its current implied volatility. Enter the stock price, IV, and days to expiration above to calculate it.
- How is CVX's expected move calculated?
- Expected Move = Stock Price × IV × √(DTE / 365). The 1 standard deviation range covers approximately 68% probability, and the 2 standard deviation range covers approximately 95%.
- What does CVX's implied volatility tell me?
- CVX's IV reflects the market's consensus on how much the stock will move. Higher IV means options are more expensive and the expected range is wider. IV often rises before earnings and falls after (vol crush).
- Should I buy or sell options on CVX?
- That depends on whether IV is elevated or depressed relative to historical levels. When IV is high, selling strategies (covered calls, iron condors) can be more profitable. When IV is low, buying options is cheaper. This calculator helps you understand the expected range before deciding.
- How accurate is the expected move?
- The expected move is a statistical estimate, not a guarantee. Historically, stocks stay within the 1σ expected range about 68% of the time and within the 2σ range about 95% of the time. Earnings announcements, news events, and market crashes can cause moves well beyond the expected range.