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

Analyze the complete HLT 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 HLT.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
327.5
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
305.47
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.747
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.15
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 33.85
high 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

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 0.591(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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2027-01-15 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for HLT are at 310.97, 305.61, and 293.01, while the resistance levels are at 319.91, 325.27, and 337.87. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 327.50.

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 1.60% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 307.22 — 322.18 , corresponding to +2.14% / -2.61% .

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 325.51 (3.19% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 302.59 (4.07% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.57 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 315.00, Call: 3.02, Put: 2.02, Straddle Cost: 5.05.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 305.63 , with intermediate positioning around 305.47 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 305.58.