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

Analyze the complete LRCX 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 LRCX.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
332.5
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
294.52
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.791
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.32
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 70.42
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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.761(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 are moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-02 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for LRCX are at 332.29, 323.19, and 278.47, while the resistance levels are at 347.91, 357.01, and 401.73. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 332.50.

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

Expiry 2026-10-02 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.30), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.67% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 315.90 — 346.80 , corresponding to +1.97% / -7.11% .

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 348.23 (2.39% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 302.24 (11.13% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.78 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 340.00, Call: 4.70, Put: 4.38, Straddle Cost: 9.07.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 293.43 , with intermediate positioning around 294.52 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 300.56.