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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: 2026-03-25 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
507.5
Exp: 2026-03-27
Gamma Flip
505.44
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.287
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.06
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 40.19
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: 50%

Current DPI is -0.431(bullish). Bullish, 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 moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MA are at 496.22, 488.59, and 467.49, while the resistance levels are at 509.30, 516.93, and 538.03. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 507.50.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 2)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 2), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.20% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 2 days is 494.30 510.37 , corresponding to +1.51% / -1.68% .

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 513.61 (2.16% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 490.43 (2.45% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.74 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 502.50, Call: 4.40, Put: 4.10, Straddle Cost: 8.50.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 504.71 , with intermediate positioning around 505.44 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 505.87.