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

Analyze the complete MS 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 MS.

Latest Data: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
185
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
180.73
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.771
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-3.44
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 0.00
low 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 0.565(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. Structural constraints from options positioning are relatively light. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-02-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MS are at 177.42, 174.38, and 165.36, while the resistance levels are at 182.50, 185.54, and 194.56. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 185.00.

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

Expiry 2026-02-06 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.50), pin strength 0.90.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.78% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 175.44 181.19 , corresponding to +0.68% / -2.51% .

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 181.56 (0.89% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 172.31 (4.25% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.60 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 180.00, Call: 0.96, Put: 0.43, Straddle Cost: 1.40.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 181.80 , with intermediate positioning around 180.73 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 180.50.