Implied vs Realized Vol

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Implied vs Realized Vol

Implied vol
Realized vol
VRP (IV − RV)
0.05
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IV
0,25
RV
0,2
VRP
0,05

More about: Implied vs Realized Vol

What it calculates

The “Implied vs Realized Vol” calculator computes VRP (IV − RV) from 2 parameters: implied vol, realized vol.

Used by investors to estimate returns, project savings, and analyze a portfolio.

Example calculation

With parameters Implied vol = 0.25, Realized vol = 0.2 the result is 0.05 (Volatility Risk Premium).

How to use

  1. Enter the parameter values — every field above is adjustable with a slider.
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