CATERPILLAR INC (CAT) Most Active Options
The 18 most actively traded CATERPILLAR INC (CAT) option contracts at the latest daily snapshot, ranked by volume. Each row shows the contract's price, implied volatility, delta, open interest, and how today's volume compares with its own 30-day average — click a contract to analyze it in the OptiView platform.
Data as of Jul 10, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · OPRA data 15 minutes delayed · For information only — not investment advice.
Most Active CAT Contracts
| Contract | Expiration | DTE | Last | IV | IV rank (30d) | Delta | Open interest | Volume | vs 30d avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT $1,050 call | Jul 31, 2026 | 21d | $10.89 | 43.7% | 52 | 0.20 | 2,394 | 2,321 | 41.4× avg |
| CAT $1,120 call | Sep 18, 2026 | 70d | $25.60 | 46.3% | 68 | 0.25 | 121 | 2,055 | 75.9× avg |
| CAT $900 put | Sep 18, 2026 | 70d | $50.80 | 47.9% | 57 | -0.34 | 413 | 1,552 | 65.5× avg |
| CAT $1,000 call | Sep 18, 2026 | 70d | $62.01 | 46.8% | 63 | 0.46 | 322 | 1,528 | 67.0× avg |
| CAT $175 put | Sep 18, 2026 | 70d | $0.18 | 154.0% | 80 | -0.00 | 15 | 1,194 | 50.8× avg |
| CAT $900 put | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $5.25 | 44.7% | 16 | -0.17 | 735 | 964 | 17.0× avg |
| CAT $340 put | Sep 18, 2026 | 70d | $0.10 | 95.2% | 36 | -0.00 | 76 | 777 | 33.1× avg |
| CAT $1,000 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $5.90 | 40.0% | 43 | 0.20 | 1,952 | 763 | 9.6× avg |
| CAT $1,050 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $1.25 | 42.9% | 21 | 0.06 | 659 | 687 | 7.2× avg |
| CAT $950 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $23.81 | 42.1% | 70 | 0.54 | 179 | 659 | 13.1× avg |
| CAT $915 put | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $7.81 | 41.9% | 25 | -0.23 | 68 | 573 | 8.0× avg |
| CAT $930 put | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $12.30 | 40.7% | 15 | -0.32 | 124 | 460 | 6.5× avg |
| CAT $980 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $10.10 | 41.3% | 49 | 0.33 | 179 | 457 | 5.7× avg |
| CAT $1,000 call | Jul 31, 2026 | 21d | $23.38 | 45.0% | 57 | 0.35 | 1,139 | 408 | 16.0× avg |
| CAT $1,340 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $0.01 | 74.6% | 20 | 0.00 | 410 | 404 | 15.0× avg |
| CAT $850 put | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $1.14 | 52.7% | 39 | -0.05 | 545 | 354 | 6.2× avg |
| CAT $955 call | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $21.79 | 42.4% | 71 | 0.50 | 43 | 319 | 6.3× avg |
| CAT $955 put | Jul 17, 2026 | 7d | $23.00 | 41.9% | 24 | -0.50 | 80 | 296 | 4.2× avg |
Ranked by volume at the latest daily snapshot. "vs 30d avg" compares today's volume with the contract's own 30-day average.
The most active CAT contract today is the $1,050 call expiring in 21 days, with 2,321 contracts traded. Calls dominate the most-active list (10 of the top 18), showing where trading interest concentrates. 11 of these contracts are running well ahead of the usual daily volume.
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CAT Options FAQ
Which CAT option contract is most active today?
The most traded CAT contract is the $1,050 call expiring Jul 31, 2026, with 2,321 contracts traded as of Jul 10, 2026.
How does OptiView rank the most active CAT options?
The table lists the 18 CAT contracts with the highest volume at the latest daily snapshot, alongside price, implied volatility, delta, open interest, and each contract's volume versus its own 30-day average.
Methodology. IV rank compares the current 30-day at-the-money implied volatility with its highest and lowest values over the past 52 weeks. Max pain is the strike that minimizes the total payout to option holders at expiration. The call and put walls are the strikes carrying the largest call and put open interest across all expirations. Net gamma exposure (GEX) is measured from the dealer perspective. All statistics are derived from delayed OPRA options data.
Options trading involves significant risk, and losses can exceed your initial investment. Always consult a licensed financial professional before making investment decisions. OptiView does not provide financial advice; all figures on this page are descriptive statistics, not recommendations.