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

Analyze the complete GLD 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 GLD.

Latest Data: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
470
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
414.07
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.467
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.24
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 6.13
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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.739(strong-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 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 2026-02-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for GLD are at 450.54, 443.16, and 416.97, while the resistance levels are at 460.38, 467.76, and 493.95. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 470.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (0DTE · Intraday Reference)

Expiry 2026-02-06 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.50), pin strength 0.90.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.75% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 448.26 463.02 , corresponding to +1.66% / -1.58% .

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 466.69 (2.47% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 444.80 (2.34% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.90 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 455.00, Call: 1.88, Put: 1.55, Straddle Cost: 3.43.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 419.58 , with intermediate positioning around 414.07 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 414.74.