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

Analyze the complete KLAC 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 KLAC.

Latest Data: 2026-06-18 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
230
Exp: 2026-06-18
Gamma Flip
212.15
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.698
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-7.33
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 120.00
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 0.837(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions remain relatively smooth. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-07-17 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for KLAC are at 242.74, 223.12, and 74.55, while the resistance levels are at 276.38, 296.00, and 444.57. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 230.00.

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

Expiry 2026-06-18 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.20), pin strength 0.70.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 2.65% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 233.65 1133.77 , corresponding to +336.81% / -9.98% .

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 1623.80 (525.60% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 220.79 (14.94% below spot).


Options flow strength: 1.00 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 260.00, Call: 0.93, Put: 5.95, Straddle Cost: 6.88.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 212.15 , with intermediate positioning around 212.15 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 219.16.