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

Analyze the complete KR 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 KR.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

Exp: 2026-08-21

Gamma Flip

56.26

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.832

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-2.57

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 5.09

medium volatility

Confidence 100%

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: 60%

Current DPI is -0.311(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 continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-08-21 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for KR are at 55.78, 55.33, and 54.22, while the resistance levels are at 56.36, 56.81, and 57.92. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 60.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 4)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.39% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 4 days is 55.30 — 57.12 , corresponding to +1.87% / -1.37% .

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 57.58 (2.70% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 55.04 (1.84% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.75 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 56.00, Call: 0.83, Put: 0.73, Straddle Cost: 1.56.

Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 56.22 , with intermediate positioning around 56.26 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 56.26.