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

Analyze the complete AAPL 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 AAPL.

Latest Data: 2026-03-25 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
255
Exp: 2026-03-25
Gamma Flip
251.58
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.674
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.61
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 35.72
high volatility
Confidence 79%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options market shows a strong bullish alignment. Multiple key factors point firmly to the upside, supported by dealer flows and positioning. 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: 67%

Current DPI is 0.22(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for AAPL are at 248.89, 244.41, and 233.60, while the resistance levels are at 256.35, 260.83, and 271.64. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 255.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (0DTE · Intraday Reference)

Expiry 2026-03-25 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.50), pin strength 0.90.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.06% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 248.03 256.26 , corresponding to +1.44% / -1.82% .

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 259.35 (2.66% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 244.11 (3.37% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.56 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 252.50, Call: 0.11, Put: 0.04, Straddle Cost: 0.15.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 251.49 , with intermediate positioning around 251.58 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 251.03.