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

Analyze the complete HL 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 HL.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
19
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
18.40
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.680
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.05
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low volatility
Confidence 50%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options data shows a moderate bullish tilt. There is some directional support, though momentum remains limited. 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 0.272(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

The market is positioned near a structural transition zone, where options exposure may shift the prevailing trading regime. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2027-01-15 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for HL are at 16.83, 16.57, and 15.19, while the resistance levels are at 17.17, 17.43, and 18.81. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 19.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 1)

Expiry 2026-10-02 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (-0.10), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.71% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 16.51 — 18.03 , corresponding to +6.08% / -2.91% .

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 18.73 (10.19% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 16.30 (4.13% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.51 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 17.00, Call: 0.24, Put: 0.21, Straddle Cost: 0.46.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 17.92 , with intermediate positioning around 18.40 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 18.35.