IvyDB Canada
The Gold Standard in Historical Options Data for
Canadian Markets
IvyDB Canada was launched in 2011, following the successes of its regional counterparts, IvyDB US, Europe, and Asia. Used by over 300 institutions, OptionMetrics’ IvyDB products contain accurate end-of-day prices for options along with their correctly calculated implied volatilities and greeks. With IvyDB Canada, you will be able to evaluate risk models, test trading strategies, and perform sophisticated research on all aspects of the options markets.
Comprehensive Option Pricing Data, Volatility & Analytics on
Equities, Indices & ETFs From Canadian Exchanges
IvyDB Canada covers over 300 optionable securities (equities, indices, and ETFs) from Canadian exchanges. Historical data and daily updates are available for most securities since March 2007. The data includes daily option pricing information (settlement prices), our own dividend projections, and all historical distributions and corporate actions, such as splits, mergers, and name changes.
For each option price, we calculate an accurate implied volatility and store it along with the option sensitivities (delta, gamma, vega, and theta). Both European and American models are used as appropriate, with dividend/split adjustments correctly incorporated. In addition, a standardized constant-maturity volatility surface is calculated for each security every day, including interpolated implied volatilities over a wide range of expirations and moneyness (by delta). You can use our volatility surface to create your own volatility trading strategies, whether simple or complex.
Our database handles underlying symbol changes, dividend payments, and split/spinoff adjustments for you automatically. A permanent ID is associated with each instrument to allow it to be easily tracked over time even when the option symbol, strike price, or deliverables change. We also include a record of underlying security name and ticker changes to allow you to search with ease for options on securities that either no longer trade or trade under a new ticker symbol.
IvyDB Canada is updated daily to incorporate new end-of-day prices in all the equity and option exchanges we follow. A daily patch file is also provided which contains corrections to previous prices or calculations when needed. Your IvyDB database is always current and ready to use.
OptionMetrics clients receive dedicated support and expert guidance from day one. We provide step-by-step installation guides as well as in-depth reference manuals for your day-to-day use. Should you have any questions, our support team is available during working hours (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday; for urgent issues, assistance is available 24x7.
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