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

Analyze the complete ARES 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 ARES.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

105

Exp: 2026-10-16

Gamma Flip

127.96

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

3.407

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-5.60

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 14.69

high volatility

Confidence 62%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options data shows a moderate bullish tilt. There is some directional support, though momentum remains limited. Options Chian

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 60%

Current DPI is -0.738(bearish). Bearish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

The market is positioned near a structural transition zone, where options exposure may shift the prevailing trading regime. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Once a directional move forms, continuation appears relatively easy. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2027-01-15 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for ARES are at 114.72, 113.37, and 108.88, while the resistance levels are at 116.52, 117.87, and 122.36. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 105.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.98% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 3 days is 113.35 — 123.18 , corresponding to +6.54% / -1.96% .

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 127.91 (10.63% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 112.57 (2.63% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.72 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 116.00, Call: 1.58, Put: 2.40, Straddle Cost: 3.98.

Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 127.01 , with intermediate positioning around 127.96 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 128.72.