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

Analyze the complete DTE 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 DTE.

Latest Data: 2026-07-14 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

160

Exp: 2026-07-17

Gamma Flip

130.62

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.197

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-2.22

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 7.83

medium volatility

Confidence 50%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure reflects a moderate bearish bias. Downside factors are present but not dominant. 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: 67%

Current DPI is 0.784(bearish). Bearish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions remain relatively smooth. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-07-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for DTE are at 148.46, 147.53, and 145.86, while the resistance levels are at 149.68, 150.61, and 152.28. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 160.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.96% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 3 days is 144.40 — 150.94 , corresponding to +1.25% / -3.14% .

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 151.84 (1.86% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 141.11 (5.34% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.59 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 150.00, Call: 1.38, Put: 1.10, Straddle Cost: 2.48.

Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 137.81 , with intermediate positioning around 130.62 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 130.62.