FCX Volatility Skew

The Implied Volatility Skew Chart offers a visual representation of the implied volatility (IV). The chart displays the strikes on the x-axis and the IV on the y-axis, making it easy to see the level of volatility for each option.

Implied volatility is a measure of the expected volatility of a security's price. Volatility skew refers to the difference in implied volatility between different options for the same security. Understanding the volatility skew can be helpful for option traders, as it provides insight into the market's expectations for the security's future price movements.

You can filter the chart by calls or puts and can click on a point on the chart to navigate to the option's page.

Sources:

"What Is Volatility Skew in Trading? Reverse and Forward Skews". Investopedia. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/v/volatility-skew.asp.

Implied Volatility Stats

FCX Volatility Skew FAQ

What is volatility skew?

Volatility skew is the difference in implied volatility between options at different strike prices. A steeper skew means traders are paying more for options on one side, usually downside puts used as protection.

What is FCX's one-year implied volatility range?

Over the past year, Freeport-McMoran 30-day implied volatility ranged from 32.9% on Dec 12, 2025 to 63.8% on Mar 6, 2026.

How has FCX implied volatility changed recently?

Freeport-McMoran 30-day implied volatility went from 46.8% on Oct 7, 2026 to 45.5% on Nov 4, 2026. See the FCX implied volatility history for a longer view.

What is Freeport-McMoran Inc?

Freeport-McMoRan owns stakes in 10 copper mines, led by its 49% ownership of the Grasberg copper and gold operations in Indonesia, 56% of the Cerro Verde mine in Peru, and 72% of Morenci in Arizona.