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

Analyze the complete GM 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 GM.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

Exp: 2026-08-21

Gamma Flip

79.04

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.553

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-3.33

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 8.82

medium volatility

Confidence 61%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure reflects a moderate bearish bias. Downside factors are present but not dominant. 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 0.592(strong-bearish). Bearish, 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 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for GM are at 83.86, 83.10, and 81.02, while the resistance levels are at 84.88, 85.64, and 87.72. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 86.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 4)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.43% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 4 days is 81.50 — 85.67 , corresponding to +1.54% / -3.40% .

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 86.15 (2.11% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 79.89 (5.31% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.76 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 84.00, Call: 1.46, Put: 0.94, Straddle Cost: 2.40.

Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 78.86 , with intermediate positioning around 79.04 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 79.04.