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

Analyze the complete ALB 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 ALB.

Latest Data: 2026-02-09 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
160
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
158.19
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.988
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.70
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low volatility
Confidence 39%

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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.673(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

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. Structural constraints from options positioning are relatively light. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-03-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for ALB are at 160.82, 157.01, and 134.26, while the resistance levels are at 165.92, 169.73, and 192.48. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 160.00.

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

Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 2.88% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 158.78 173.69 , corresponding to +6.32% / -2.81% .

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 179.59 (9.93% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 157.21 (3.77% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.71 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 162.50, Call: 0.66, Put: 4.05, Straddle Cost: 4.71.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 162.12 , with intermediate positioning around 158.19 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 158.19.