GOOG vs GOOGL: Options Risk Comparison

Alphabet Inc. and Alphabet Inc. compared side by side — risk score, IV Rank, edge and earnings. Updated every 30 minutes.

Metric	GOOG	GOOGL
Risk Score	74	44
Risk Band	HIGH	LOW
IV Rank	52.5%	67.7%
IV %	34.0%	49.2%
Edge Score	-22	+24
Price Δ	+1.1%	+1.1%
Next Earnings	2026-07-23	2026-07-23
Sector	Communication Services	Communication Services

Which has higher options risk?

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) currently carries the higher options risk score (74 vs 44 for GOOGL) — meaning more active catalysts that can drive an overnight move. For selling option premium, Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) has the better edge score (+24) — a stronger blend of high IV Rank and low risk.

Risk score (0–100) reflects active catalysts — earnings, legal, SEC filings and news. Edge score = IV Rank − risk score; higher is better for selling premium.

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