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

Analyze the complete MSFT 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 MSFT.

Latest Data: 2026-07-20 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
407.5
Exp: 2026-07-20
Gamma Flip
380.64
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.635
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-5.15
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 59.16
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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.348(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 remain relatively smooth. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-08-21 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for MSFT are at 394.98, 386.45, and 355.92, while the resistance levels are at 409.60, 418.13, and 448.66. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 407.50.

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

Expiry 2026-07-20 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.30), pin strength 0.80.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 1.35% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 397.17 409.87 , corresponding to +1.88% / -1.27% .

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 413.29 (2.73% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 395.53 (1.68% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.75 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 402.50, Call: 0.18, Put: 5.25, Straddle Cost: 5.43.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 384.32 , with intermediate positioning around 380.64 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 381.18.