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

Analyze the complete EW 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 EW.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
100
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
84.75
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.536
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.12
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 10.24
medium volatility
Confidence 35%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

A slight bearish tilt is visible, though the signal is weak and insufficient for a strong directional call. 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 0.58(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. 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 EW are at 89.76, 89.07, and 87.63, while the resistance levels are at 90.66, 91.35, and 92.79. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 100.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.02% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 86.89 92.92 , corresponding to +3.01% / -3.68% .

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 94.58 (4.85% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 84.79 (6.01% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.72 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 90.00, Call: 2.33, Put: 1.90, Straddle Cost: 4.22.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 85.00 , with intermediate positioning around 84.75 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 82.27.