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Best Options Strategy for RLX

By Dennis Bosmans · Updated 2026 · 2 min read · Risk disclaimer

Looking for the best options strategy for RLX Technology Inc. (RLX)? There is no single answer — the right play depends on your outlook, your risk tolerance and current implied volatility. Below, our free engine shows the highest-scoring defined-risk strategy on the live RLX option chain right now, and a simple map from your view on RLX to the strategy that fits it. Model any of them in the calculator before you trade.

About RLX

RLX Technology Inc. (RLX) is a major company in Tobacco. Options traders on RLX tend to watch , since these can drive large moves in the share price.

About RLX Technology Inc.

RLX Technology manufactures and sells electronic vapor products, operating primarily in mainland China with international reach. The company's portfolio spans both rechargeable and disposable devices across several branded lines. Rechargeable models include the Qingyu, Phantom, Phantom Pro, Zeus, Leili, and Daqian ranges, while disposable options are marketed under the Feiliu and Feiliu Mega brands. Beyond these core offerings, RLX also produces closed-system rechargeable products, open-system devices, closed-system disposables, and modern oral nicotine products, giving it a fairly broad product range within the e-vapor category.

The company generates revenue through a multi-channel distribution strategy combining local retail partners, third-party distributors, jointly managed distribution arrangements, and direct sales to consumers via online and physical retail locations. This diversified approach allows RLX to serve both institutional buyers and end consumers across different geographies. Founded in 2018 and based in Shenzhen, the company has established itself relatively quickly in what remains a competitive and heavily regulated market. The scale of its operations spans a…

Today's top-scoring strategy for RLX

Our engine ranks defined-risk strategies on the live RLX chain by probability of profit and risk/reward, then surfaces the best-scoring one. It is an educational illustration, not advice.

Long Call Butterfly neutral
Price: $100.00Implied volatility: 32%Expiration: 2026-07-17 (30d)
ActionQtyTypeStrikePremium
BuyCALL$95$6.83
SellCALL$100$3.82
BuyCALL$105$1.87
P/L at expiry vs today At expiry Today ±1σ
$82$100$118
Max Profit
$394
Max Loss
−$106
Net Debit (cost)
$106
Prob. of Profit
33%
Breakeven(s)
$96.06, $103.94
Implied Vol (ATM)
32%
Position Greeks
Δ
0.43
Γ
−1.202
Θ
1.69
ν
−3.16
Time decay (price held)

Simulation

Forward simulation of 6,000 lognormal price paths to expiration — not a historical backtest.

Win rate
33%
Mean P/L
−$2
Median
−$106
Exp. move (1σ)
9%
5th pct
−$106
25th pct
−$106
75th pct
$96
95th pct
$333
$-100$144$388
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Illustrative example at RLX's latest available price, computed with the same engine as the tool. Live option fills and the real IV skew refresh during US market hours.

Implied volatility

RLX typically trades with moderate implied volatility, broadly in line with other large-cap stocks. Implied volatility drives option prices, so it is worth checking the live chain before you trade.

Earnings & IV crush

RLX's next earnings report is due around August 21, 2026. Options that expire after it price in a binary move, so their implied volatility is elevated and usually collapses right after the announcement — an "IV crush". If your expiration falls before this date, the trade sidesteps the event.

Dividend and assignment risk

RLX pays a dividend of about 5.2% a year, so short or covered calls on it carry early-assignment risk around each ex-dividend date — in-the-money calls are most exposed just before the stock goes ex-dividend.

Key figures

Market cap
$2.4B
Beta (vs market)
1.15
52-week range
$1.76–$2.84
Short interest
1.2% of float · 1.5 days to cover

How to choose an options strategy for RLX

Start with your outlook on RLX, then match it to a defined-risk structure. Here are the most common choices and when each makes sense:

Bullish

You expect RLX to rise

Buy a call for leverage with capped risk, or a bull call spread to lower the cost and breakeven when you have a target price.

Long Call → Bull Call Spread →

Bearish

You expect RLX to fall

Buy a put to profit from a decline with defined risk, or a bear put spread to cheapen the trade when you expect a measured move down.

Long Put → Bear Put Spread →

Neutral

You expect RLX to trade in a range

Sell an iron condor to collect premium while RLX stays between two strikes, or write a covered call against shares you already own.

Iron Condor → Covered Call →

How we pick the best strategy

For each ticker we pull the live option chain, build every supported strategy around the at-the-money strikes, and score them on probability of profit, risk/reward and capital efficiency — favouring defined-risk structures where the maximum loss is known up front. Methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best options strategy for RLX?

It depends on your outlook. Bullish traders often use a long call or bull call spread on RLX; bearish traders a long put or bear put spread; neutral traders an iron condor or covered call. Our live scan above shows the current highest-scoring defined-risk play.

Are RLX options liquid enough to trade?

RLX Technology Inc. (RLX) is among the most actively-traded US options, which usually means tight bid/ask spreads and plenty of strikes and expirations — though you should always check the open interest and spread on the exact contract.

How much money do I need to trade RLX options?

Buying a single RLX call or put can cost as little as the premium (often one to a few hundred dollars), while income strategies like a cash-secured put need enough capital to buy 100 shares if assigned.

Is this financial advice?

No. Everything here is educational and uses delayed, third-party data. It is not a recommendation to trade RLX or any security. Do your own research.

What does RLX Technology Inc. do?

RLX Technology Inc. (RLX) operates in the Tobacco industry. The "About RLX Technology Inc." section above gives a fuller picture of what the company does and how it earns money.

Does RLX Technology Inc. pay a dividend?

Yes — RLX Technology Inc. currently pays a dividend yielding about 5.2%. If you hold the shares (for example to write a covered call), the ex-dividend date can trigger early assignment, so check it beforehand.

When does RLX Technology Inc. next report earnings?

RLX Technology Inc.'s next earnings are expected around August 21, 2026. Implied volatility usually climbs into the report and drops sharply afterwards (IV crush) — important for any options position held over the date.

Price trend

Short term · 1M
▼ -6.8%
Mid term · 3M
▼ -11.9%
Long term · 1Y
▼ -19.6%

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Company information

Headquarters
Pearl International Financial Center, 35th Floor No. 9 Jian’an First Road, Financial Street Third District, Bao’an District, Shenzhen, 518101, China
Industry
Tobacco
Employees
897
CEO
Ms. Wang Ying
Phone
86 755 8696 7619
Website
ir.relxtech.com

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