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

Analyze the complete DVA 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 DVA.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
220
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
170.32
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.789
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-4.13
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 40.98
high volatility
Confidence 75%

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: 60%

Current DPI is -0.428(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 are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for DVA are at 173.37, 169.48, and 148.76, while the resistance levels are at 180.03, 183.92, and 204.64. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 220.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.35% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 172.00 202.27 , corresponding to +14.47% / -2.66% .

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 223.10 (26.26% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 169.12 (4.29% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.57 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 175.00, Call: 2.95, Put: 1.83, Straddle Cost: 4.78.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. No short-term gamma flip is observed , with intermediate positioning around 170.32 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 170.32.