Event Volatility

Options Advanced NIFTY Options BANKNIFTY Options Stock Options

Volatility Increase Before Event, Crush After

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Quick Reference

Strategy Type Event-Driven Volatility Trading
Market Outlook Volatility Increase Before Event, Crush After
Risk Profile Medium to High
Reward Profile High
Time Horizon Days to 2 weeks around events
Capital Requirement Medium
Margin Type SPAN + Exposure
Best Used When Known events create predictable IV patterns

When to Use This Strategy

Known events create predictable IV patterns

India-Specific Notes

Lot Sizes

NIFTY 25 units per lot
BANKNIFTY 15 units per lot
Stock Options Varies by stock

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