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

Analyze the complete LMT 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 LMT.

Latest Data: 2026-09-24 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
540
Exp: 2026-09-25
Gamma Flip
533.56
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.040
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.95
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 73.76
high volatility
Confidence 75%

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 -0.03(neutral). Neutral consolidation, trend and momentum are indistinct. From the current DPI structure, dealers appear largely neutral, suggesting limited willingness to reinforce directional price moves..

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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-25 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for LMT are at 513.67, 501.96, and 467.34, while the resistance levels are at 533.73, 545.44, and 580.06. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 540.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 1)

Expiry 2026-09-25 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.00), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.66% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 506.41 — 551.79 , corresponding to +5.36% / -3.30% .

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 569.40 (8.73% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 496.91 (5.12% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.71 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 522.50, Call: 6.50, Put: 2.17, Straddle Cost: 8.68.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 533.58 , with intermediate positioning around 533.56 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 533.55.