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

Analyze the complete KVUE 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 KVUE.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

Exp: 2026-08-21

Gamma Flip

16.37

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.471

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

2.10

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 5.00

low 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: 62%

Current DPI is 0.459(strong-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 elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for KVUE are at 18.71, 18.58, and 18.29, while the resistance levels are at 18.87, 19.00, and 19.29. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 19.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.12% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 4 days is 17.67 — 19.00 , corresponding to +1.14% / -5.98% .

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 19.08 (1.57% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 16.83 (10.45% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.60 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 19.00, Call: 0.15, Put: 0.28, Straddle Cost: 0.42.

Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 18.68 , with intermediate positioning around 16.37 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 16.37.