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

Analyze the complete C 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 C.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
133
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
131.80
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.203
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.82
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 16.34
high 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 0.317(strong-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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for C are at 125.95, 124.68, and 120.95, while the resistance levels are at 128.05, 129.32, and 133.05. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 133.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 1)

Expiry 2026-10-02 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (-0.20), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.62% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 124.63 — 133.43 , corresponding to +5.06% / -1.87% .

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 137.64 (8.38% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 123.64 (2.64% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.66 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 127.00, Call: 1.06, Put: 0.99, Straddle Cost: 2.05.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 131.87 , with intermediate positioning around 131.80 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 131.79.