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

Analyze the complete MA 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 MA.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
547.5
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
563.95
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.026
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-4.37
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 36.66
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

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 -0.05(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.. Trend approaching turning point (Momentum Deceleration) with High Saturation Gamma saturation

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 are moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for MA are at 545.08, 539.17, and 527.44, while the resistance levels are at 554.92, 560.83, and 572.56. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 547.50.

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 neutral (0.10), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.36% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 541.53 — 570.31 , corresponding to +3.69% / -1.54% .

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 583.16 (6.03% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 538.07 (2.17% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.66 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 550.00, Call: 4.42, Put: 3.05, Straddle Cost: 7.47.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 564.81 , with intermediate positioning around 563.95 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 564.09.