What is the SPX Options Chain?
The SPX options chain displays all available call and put option contracts for the S&P 500 Index (SPX). Unlike SPY (the ETF), SPX options are cash-settled and European-style (can only be exercised at expiration), making them ideal for institutional hedging and tax-efficient trading. SPX options have a contract multiplier of $100, meaning each point of the index equals $100 per contract. With notional values 10x larger than SPY, SPX is preferred by professional traders and those seeking Section 1256 tax treatment (60/40 long-term/short-term capital gains). Our free SPX options chain viewer provides real-time data including bid/ask quotes, last trade price, volume, open interest, implied volatility, and the full suite of Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega) for every contract.
Why Use Our SPX Options Chain Viewer?
SPX options offer unique advantages: cash settlement eliminates assignment risk, European-style exercise prevents early assignment, and Section 1256 tax treatment provides favorable tax rates. The larger contract size makes SPX ideal for portfolio hedging and institutional strategies. SPX also offers AM-settled options for precise overnight risk management.
SPX Calls & Puts Side-by-Side
View SPX calls and puts in a traditional options chain layout, grouped by expiration date with the strike price as the center column for easy comparison.
Powerful Filters
Filter SPX options by expiration date, strike price range, and contract type (calls only, puts only, or both) to quickly find the contracts that match your strategy.
Near Real-Time SPX Data
SPX options data auto-refreshes every 30 seconds so you always see current bid/ask spreads, volume, and implied volatility without manually reloading.
Full Greeks & IV for SPX
Every SPX contract displays Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, and implied volatility — essential metrics for evaluating risk and pricing efficiency.
SPX Options Trading Tips
SPX options are cash-settled — no risk of being assigned shares, perfect for pure volatility plays.
Section 1256 tax treatment: 60% long-term, 40% short-term capital gains regardless of holding period.
AM-settled SPX options (SPXAM) settle based on opening prices, ideal for overnight event hedging.
Each SPX point = $100 per contract, so a 10-point move = $1,000 P&L per contract.
How to Use the SPX Options Chain
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View the SPX Chain
The SPX options chain loads automatically when you visit this page. All available expirations and strikes are displayed with real-time data.
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Filter by Expiration & Strike
Use the expiration date dropdown and strike price range inputs to narrow down the SPX chain to the contracts you care about.
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Analyze Quotes & Greeks
Review bid/ask spreads, volume, open interest, IV, and Greeks for each SPX contract. The data refreshes automatically every 30 seconds.