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

Analyze the complete ECL 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 ECL.

Latest Data: 2026-03-25 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
300
Exp: 2026-04-17
Gamma Flip
250.00
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.222
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.68
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 7.61
medium 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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.627(strong-bullish). Bullish, 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 moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for ECL are at 267.07, 264.87, and 259.39, while the resistance levels are at 270.01, 272.21, and 277.69. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 300.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 23)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 23), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.06% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 23 days is 256.34 272.43 , corresponding to +1.45% / -4.54% .

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 274.04 (2.05% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 249.37 (7.14% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.87 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 270.00, Call: 6.80, Put: 6.90, Straddle Cost: 13.70.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 250.33 , with intermediate positioning around 250.00 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 250.00.