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

Analyze the complete IBM 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 IBM.

Latest Data: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
285
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
291.76
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.904
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
0.73
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 35.50
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 0.423(strong-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 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 2026-03-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for IBM are at 295.09, 290.48, and 272.57, while the resistance levels are at 302.77, 307.38, and 325.29. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 285.00.

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

Expiry 2026-02-06 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bullish (0.50), pin strength 0.70.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.96% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 290.71 306.56 , corresponding to +2.55% / -2.75% .

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 311.35 (4.16% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 285.45 (4.51% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.66 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 300.00, Call: 0.17, Put: 2.69, Straddle Cost: 2.86.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 292.65 , with intermediate positioning around 291.76 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 291.94.