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

Analyze the complete MSCI 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 MSCI.

Latest Data: 2026-07-15 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
620
Exp: 2026-07-17
Gamma Flip
573.13
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.802
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.72
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 37.94
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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.865(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-07-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MSCI are at 614.39, 605.53, and 577.07, while the resistance levels are at 629.15, 638.01, and 666.47. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 620.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 2), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.70% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 2 days is 593.49 635.31 , corresponding to +2.18% / -4.55% .

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 641.51 (3.18% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 575.44 (7.45% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.64 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 620.00, Call: 11.10, Put: 3.85, Straddle Cost: 14.95.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 571.89 , with intermediate positioning around 573.13 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 573.20.