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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: 2026-06-18 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
515
Exp: 2026-06-18
Gamma Flip
494.14
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.233
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.40
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 36.59
high volatility
Confidence 75%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure indicates a clear bearish tilt. Several major factors align to the downside, suggesting elevated short-term downside risk. 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 -0.191(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)

Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-07-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MA are at 482.43, 473.59, and 452.03, while the resistance levels are at 497.15, 505.99, and 527.55. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 515.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (0DTE · Intraday Reference)

Expiry 2026-06-18 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.00), pin strength 0.70.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.75% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 468.13 514.93 , corresponding to +5.13% / -4.42% .

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 531.95 (8.61% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 453.66 (7.38% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.74 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 490.00, Call: 1.93, Put: 1.75, Straddle Cost: 3.67.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 493.75 , with intermediate positioning around 494.14 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 495.18.