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

Analyze the complete GS 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 GS.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
1050
Exp: 2026-08-28
Gamma Flip
1035.80
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.761
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.09
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 75.83
high volatility
Confidence 38%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

A slight bullish tilt is present, but the overall setup remains largely neutral with limited directional reliability. 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 0.593(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 elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for GS are at 1013.50, 989.59, and 915.85, while the resistance levels are at 1054.48, 1078.39, and 1152.13. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 1050.00.

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

Expiry 2026-08-28 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.00), pin strength 0.90.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.44% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 999.63 1086.29 , corresponding to +5.06% / -3.32% .

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 1125.55 (8.85% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 974.51 (5.75% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.66 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 1035.00, Call: 1.60, Put: 2.98, Straddle Cost: 4.58.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 1034.43 , with intermediate positioning around 1035.80 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 1035.71.