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

Analyze the complete KMX 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 KMX.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

62.5

Exp: 2026-10-16

Gamma Flip

56.01

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.881

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-4.73

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 10.12

medium volatility

Confidence 79%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options market shows a strong bullish alignment. Multiple key factors point firmly to the upside, supported by dealer flows and positioning. Options Chian

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 67%

Current DPI is 0.008(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

The market is positioned near a structural transition zone, where options exposure may shift the prevailing trading regime. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Once a directional move forms, continuation appears relatively easy. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for KMX are at 50.34, 49.64, and 46.51, while the resistance levels are at 51.28, 51.98, and 55.11. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 62.50.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.22% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 3 days is 49.12 — 60.15 , corresponding to +18.39% / -3.32% .

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 66.92 (31.72% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 48.29 (4.97% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.68 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 50.00, Call: 1.48, Put: 0.47, Straddle Cost: 1.95.

Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 56.44 , with intermediate positioning around 56.01 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 56.07.