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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: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
610
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
557.64
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.695
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.54
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 46.52
high volatility
Confidence 75%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options market shows a strong bullish alignment. Multiple key factors point firmly to the upside, supported by dealer flows and positioning. 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 0.235(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 positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MSCI are at 562.71, 553.31, and 527.22, while the resistance levels are at 578.81, 588.21, and 614.30. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 610.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 21)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.14% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 552.62 585.84 , corresponding to +2.64% / -3.18% .

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 593.50 (3.98% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 542.98 (4.87% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.87 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 570.00, Call: 16.75, Put: 13.15, Straddle Cost: 29.90.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 556.10 , with intermediate positioning around 557.64 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 558.71.