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

Analyze the complete EXC 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 EXC.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
55
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
44.28
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.563
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.17
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

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 67%

Current DPI is -0.279(neutral). Neutral consolidation, trend and momentum are indistinct. From the current DPI structure, dealers appear largely neutral, suggesting limited willingness to reinforce directional price moves..

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. 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 EXC are at 43.76, 43.51, and 43.01, while the resistance levels are at 44.10, 44.35, and 44.85. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 55.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.79% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 42.39 45.84 , corresponding to +4.36% / -3.52% .

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 47.24 (7.53% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 41.29 (6.00% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.64 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 44.00, Call: 0.53, Put: 1.07, Straddle Cost: 1.60.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. The short-term gamma flip is near 43.30 , with intermediate positioning around 44.28 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 44.28.