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: 2026-08-17 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

330

Exp: 2026-08-21

Gamma Flip

310.80

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.931

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-5.01

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 35.56

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 0.587(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 HLT are at 322.78, 318.77, and 308.33, while the resistance levels are at 329.46, 333.47, and 343.91. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 330.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.05% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 4 days is 317.85 — 341.29 , corresponding to +4.65% / -2.54% .

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 352.29 (8.02% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 312.57 (4.15% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.61 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 325.00, Call: 4.35, Put: 2.47, Straddle Cost: 6.82.

Short-term moves may occur, but follow-through is uncertain. The short-term gamma flip is near 335.22 , with intermediate positioning around 310.80 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 310.80.