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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: 2026-03-25 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
1260
Exp: 2026-04-17
Gamma Flip
1519.37
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.257
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
1.66
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 119.78
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 0.662(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 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for KLAC are at 1469.34, 1382.45, and 918.42, while the resistance levels are at 1618.30, 1705.19, and 2169.22. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 1260.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 23)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 23), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.21% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 23 days is 1413.66 1614.28 , corresponding to +4.56% / -8.43% .

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 1645.40 (6.58% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 1348.96 (12.62% below spot).


Options flow strength: 1.00 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 1540.00, Call: 85.00, Put: 78.35, Straddle Cost: 163.35.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 1448.91 , with intermediate positioning around 1519.37 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 1510.70.