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

Analyze the complete ABBV 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 ABBV.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
250
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
226.46
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.571
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.92
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 19.35
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 0.767(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

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 elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-08-21 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for ABBV are at 248.34, 245.96, and 239.79, while the resistance levels are at 252.32, 254.70, and 260.87. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 250.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 4)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.19% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 242.66 255.18 , corresponding to +1.94% / -3.06% .

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 257.47 (2.85% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 238.45 (4.75% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.81 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 250.00, Call: 3.27, Put: 2.67, Straddle Cost: 5.95.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 225.90 , with intermediate positioning around 226.46 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 226.46.