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A Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure

Analyze the complete A options chain including strike-level open interest, real-time implied volatility (IV), max pain levels, gamma exposure, dealer positioning, and options flow trends. This dashboard provides data-driven insights for traders building directional or hedging strategies around A.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
150
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
141.57
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.432
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.49
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 14.73
high volatility
Confidence 35%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

A slight bearish tilt is visible, though the signal is weak and insufficient for a strong directional call. Options Chian

On the put side, the bearish positioning looks mainly like hedging. This reflects caution and short-term protection rather than a true bearish call. Confidence: 100%

Current DPI is 0.805(bearish). Bearish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for A are at 152.79, 151.21, and 146.82, while the resistance levels are at 154.89, 156.47, and 160.86. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 150.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 21)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.24% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 145.38 156.95 , corresponding to +2.02% / -5.50% .

Estimated using ATM implied volatility, OTM option flow, and dealer hedging conditions to capture the market-implied price range.


Bullish flow suggests upside interest toward 158.41 (2.97% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 140.28 (8.82% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.81 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 155.00, Call: 4.60, Put: 4.15, Straddle Cost: 8.75.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 141.47 , with intermediate positioning around 141.57 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 140.87.