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

Analyze the complete CDNS 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 CDNS.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
280
Exp: 2026-08-28
Gamma Flip
300.29
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.292
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.12
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 39.92
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

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 67%

Current DPI is -0.205(strong-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 are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. 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 CDNS are at 335.86, 330.43, and 309.82, while the resistance levels are at 344.92, 350.35, and 370.96. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 280.00.

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

Expiry 2026-08-28 (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 1.30% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 324.39 360.24 , corresponding to +5.83% / -4.70% .

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 373.90 (9.84% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 313.73 (7.83% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.67 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 340.00, Call: 2.88, Put: 1.55, Straddle Cost: 4.42.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 299.96 , with intermediate positioning around 300.29 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 301.04.