Can High Implied Volatility Mitigate the Effect of High Theta? ⎊ Path

Can High Implied Volatility Mitigate the Effect of High Theta?

High Implied Volatility (IV) does not mitigate the rate of Theta decay, but it inflates the starting value of the extrinsic premium. This larger initial premium gives the option buyer more buffer against the daily Theta loss.

However, if IV suddenly drops, the loss from Vega can compound the loss from Theta, creating a double negative impact on the option's price.

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Implied Volatility

Expectation ⎊ This value represents the market's consensus forecast of future asset price fluctuation, derived by reversing option pricing models using current market premiums.