Best IWM Cash-Secured Put Strategy — 14-Day Strikes, Up to 1.44% Premium
iShares Russell 2000 ETF · IWM · Cash Secured Put · Updated Jul 15, 2026
Highlighted 14–30 day cash-secured puts on iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) reach up to 1.44% annualized yield (1.26% avg on top strikes in the tables below).
View IWM chartTop Cash Secured Puts (14–30 day)
Open full screener| Strike | Expiration | DTE | Delta | Premium | Yield | Score | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $296.00 | Jul 31 | 16 | -0.49 | $4.28 | 1.44% | 41 | Open |
| $294.00 | Jul 31 | 16 | -0.42 | $3.50 | 1.18% | 40 | Open |
| $295.00 | Jul 31 | 16 | -0.45 | $3.87 | 1.30% | 39 | Open |
| $296.00 | Jul 29 | 14 | -0.49 | $3.77 | 1.26% | 34 | Open |
| $296.00 | Jul 28 | 13 | -0.49 | $3.42 | 1.14% | 30 | Open |
Additional medium-term contracts (22–45 DTE)
Key Metrics
Financial Performance
Cash-secured puts snapshot
Insights
Top pick
Best cash-secured puts for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM): $296.00 strike expiring Jul 31, 2026, 1.44% yield.
Short-term opportunities
iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) has competitive cash-secured puts expiring within ~14–21 days—use the 14-day screener filter to compare.
Implied volatility
Average IV for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) is 17.2% (moderate).
Lowest capital at risk
Lowest strike CSP for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM): $294.00 at 1.18% yield.
How to use this page
- Review iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) fundamentals — Check stock price, sector, and technicals in the company snapshot, then compare top contract cards.
- Open the screener for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) — Open our Cash Secured Puts screener with IWM pre-loaded and optional 14-day or 30-day DTE filters.
- Compare and execute — Refine yield, delta, and IV in the screener, then place the trade in your broker.
Analysis
Our analysis of iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) cash-secured puts shows average premium yield of 1.26% and peaks at 1.44%. Average implied volatility is 17.2% (peak 18.2%), indicating moderate volatility for premium sellers. Use the tables below to compare strike, DTE, and delta before opening the full screener.
FAQ
What are the best cash-secured puts for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)?
The best cash-secured puts for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) reach up to 1.44% annualized yield (1.26% average on top strikes). This page emphasizes roughly 14–21 day expirations plus 30-day style windows. Compare strike, DTE, delta, and IV in the tables below, then open the screener for full filters.
What are iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)'s fundamentals for cash-secured puts?
For iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM), key fundamentals include last price $295.89, P/E 18.3. Fundamentals help you judge assignment risk and premium richness before selling options.
How do I find cash-secured puts for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)?
Use our Cash Secured Puts screener with iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) pre-loaded: filter by premium yield, DTE (14-day or 30-day windows), delta, and implied volatility (17.2% avg IV on this page).
What is the average premium yield for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) cash-secured puts?
Average premium yield for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) cash-secured puts is 1.26%, with top contracts up to 1.44%. Yields move with strike, expiration, and IV (avg 17.2%, peak 18.2%).
Is iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) a good stock for cash-secured puts?
iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) offers cash-secured puts with yields up to 1.44%. IV is moderate—weigh premium income vs. assignment and earnings risk.
What expiration dates are available for iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) cash-secured puts?
iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) has short-dated contracts (~7–21 DTE) and medium-term expirations (~22–45 DTE) on this page. Use DTE chips to jump to the screener with matching expiration filters.
How does implied volatility affect iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) cash-secured puts?
IV drives option premiums: iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) averages 17.2% IV (peak 18.2%). Higher IV can mean richer premiums but more price swing—balance yield with delta and DTE.