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

Analyze the complete BABA 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 BABA.

Latest Data: 2026-07-20 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
122
Exp: 2026-07-24
Gamma Flip
113.21
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.893
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-4.11
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 25.09
high volatility
Confidence 85%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

NEUTRAL OUTLOOK

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure reflects a high-confidence neutral environment. Dealer positioning and volatility suppression suggest a stable range-bound setup rather than a directional move. 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 0.451(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. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. 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 BABA are at 118.97, 117.33, and 110.97, while the resistance levels are at 121.71, 123.35, and 129.71. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 122.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.29% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 116.34 122.88 , corresponding to +2.11% / -3.32% .

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 123.64 (2.74% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 114.69 (4.69% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.92 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 120.00, Call: 3.00, Put: 2.52, Straddle Cost: 5.52.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 101.48 , with intermediate positioning around 113.21 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 113.16.