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

Analyze the complete LIN 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 LIN.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
480
Exp: 2026-10-16
Gamma Flip
478.62
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.420
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.12
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 32.28
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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.183(strong-bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear. Trend approaching turning point (Momentum Deceleration) with Low Saturation Gamma saturation

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 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for LIN are at 488.07, 483.22, and 473.83, while the resistance levels are at 496.15, 501.00, and 510.39. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 480.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.03% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 478.67 — 503.41 , corresponding to +2.30% / -2.73% .

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 509.54 (3.54% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 471.04 (4.28% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.78 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 490.00, Call: 5.75, Put: 3.05, Straddle Cost: 8.80.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 477.84 , with intermediate positioning around 478.62 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 479.08.