tech
February 13, 2026
Fears of AI disruption have created an opening for this software options trade
The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) sell-off has been arguably one of the most severe in the sector's history, but it's created an opportunity.

TL;DR
- The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) has seen one of its most severe sell-offs outside of major economic downturns.
- Investor concerns about AI coding tools from Anthropic and OpenAI disrupting the software industry have triggered the sell-off.
- Major software stocks within the IGV, including Microsoft, Palantir, Oracle, Salesforce, and Applovin, are down significantly from their highs.
- The IGV has entered extreme oversold conditions, indicated by a low RSI level.
- A zero-cost risk reversal options trade (selling a put, buying a call) is proposed to express a bullish view, with the investor prepared to own IGV at $81 if the price falls.
- The article's author has a long-term position in IGV and owns the proposed spread.
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