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

Analyze the complete IWM 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 IWM.

Latest Data: 2026-03-25 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
235
Exp: 2026-03-25
Gamma Flip
252.05
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
2.256
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.58
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 9.24
medium 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: 67%

Current DPI is 0.003(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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for IWM are at 249.86, 246.93, and 240.32, while the resistance levels are at 253.78, 256.71, and 263.32. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 235.00.

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

Expiry 2026-03-25 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.10), pin strength 0.80.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.77% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 246.73 252.79 , corresponding to +0.39% / -2.02% .

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 252.79 (0.38% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 243.96 (3.12% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.82 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 252.00, Call: 0.76, Put: 1.19, Straddle Cost: 1.95.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. The short-term gamma flip is near 251.59 , with intermediate positioning around 252.05 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 252.89.