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

Analyze the complete BKD 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 BKD.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

Exp: 2026-10-16

Gamma Flip

8.83

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

5.946

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-17.16

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 5.00

low volatility

Confidence 100%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options market shows a strong bullish alignment. Multiple key factors point firmly to the upside, supported by dealer flows and positioning. 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: 71%

Current DPI is -0.751(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 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for BKD are at 10.74, 10.58, and 10.07, while the resistance levels are at 10.94, 11.10, and 11.61. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 15.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 15)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 15), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.97% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 15 days is 10.67 — 13.40 , corresponding to +23.65% / -1.57% .

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 15.80 (45.79% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 10.63 (1.97% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.43 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 11.00, Call: 0.40, Put: 0.43, Straddle Cost: 0.83.

Market signals are mixed and less reliable. The short-term gamma flip is near 8.83 , with intermediate positioning around 8.83 .