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

Analyze the complete ED 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 ED.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
110
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
99.63
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.351
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.62
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low 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 0.682(bullish). Bullish, 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 moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for ED are at 107.10, 106.53, and 105.51, while the resistance levels are at 107.88, 108.45, and 109.47. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 110.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 21)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.77% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 105.72 109.35 , corresponding to +1.73% / -1.64% .

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 110.51 (2.81% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 104.64 (2.65% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.61 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 105.00, Call: 3.03, Put: 0.78, Straddle Cost: 3.80.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 98.81 , with intermediate positioning around 99.63 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 98.31.