PAYX Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure
Analyze the complete PAYX 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 PAYX.
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
Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 60%
Current DPI is -0.668(strong-bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.
Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)
The market is positioned near a structural transition zone, where options exposure may shift the prevailing trading regime. 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 2026-02-20 options expiry. 90% confidence
Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 14)
Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 14), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.25% 1-day move.
The expected range for the next 14 days is 94.57 — 103.47 , corresponding to +5.01% / -4.01% .
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 106.77 (8.36% above spot).
Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 92.03 (6.60% below spot).
Options flow strength: 0.68 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 100.00, Call: 1.65, Put: 2.95, Straddle Cost: 4.60.
Market signals are mixed and less reliable. The short-term gamma flip is near 97.45 , with intermediate positioning around 107.19 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 106.93.