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

Analyze the complete BAX 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 BAX.

Latest Data: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
22
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
19.34
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.539
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.07
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.52
medium 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 0.585(bearish). Bearish, 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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-02-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for BAX are at 21.54, 21.25, and 20.45, while the resistance levels are at 21.92, 22.21, and 23.01. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 22.00.

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

Expiry 2026-02-06 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (-0.10), pin strength 0.70.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 9.89% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 20.10 22.55 , corresponding to +3.76% / -7.49% .

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 22.04 (1.41% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 19.77 (9.02% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.37 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 21.50, Call: 0.45, Put: 1.70, Straddle Cost: 2.15.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 19.37 , with intermediate positioning around 19.34 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 19.34.