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

Analyze the complete CSCO 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 CSCO.

Latest Data: 2026-07-20 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

119

Exp: 2026-07-24

Gamma Flip

80.56

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.596

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-4.23

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 18.76

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 0.651(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 continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for CSCO are at 108.90, 106.74, and 97.98, while the resistance levels are at 112.50, 114.66, and 123.42. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 119.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.93% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 4 days is 108.39 — 115.50 , corresponding to +4.34% / -2.09% .

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 118.06 (6.65% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 107.55 (2.85% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.80 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 111.00, Call: 2.02, Put: 2.25, Straddle Cost: 4.27.

Short-term moves may occur, but follow-through is uncertain. The short-term gamma flip is near 112.47 , with intermediate positioning around 80.56 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 109.89.