MCD Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure
Analyze the complete MCD 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 MCD.
Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure
BULLISH BIAS
Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.
The options data shows a moderate bullish tilt. There is some directional support, though momentum remains limited. 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 -0.391(neutral). ⏳ Neutral distribution, DPI neutral, but makers are actively shedding positions.
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. 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. 100% confidence
Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)
Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.99% 1-day move.
The expected range for the next 3 days is 232.34 — 244.27 , corresponding to +3.59% / -1.47% .
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 249.19 (5.67% above spot).
Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 230.79 (2.13% below spot).
Options flow strength: 0.82 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 235.00, Call: 2.54, Put: 1.49, Straddle Cost: 4.03.
Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 236.07 , with intermediate positioning around 236.27 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 236.28.