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

Analyze the complete PEP 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 PEP.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
142
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
137.62
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.492
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
0.62
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 9.99
medium volatility
Confidence 62%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options data shows a moderate bullish tilt. There is some directional support, though momentum remains limited. 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: 50%

Current DPI is -0.108(strong-bearish). Bearish, 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 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 2026-08-21 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for PEP are at 137.59, 136.62, and 134.71, while the resistance levels are at 138.89, 139.86, and 141.77. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 142.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 4)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.99% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 136.67 140.15 , corresponding to +1.38% / -1.14% .

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 140.99 (1.99% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 136.07 (1.57% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.80 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 138.00, Call: 1.56, Put: 1.17, Straddle Cost: 2.73.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. No short-term gamma flip is observed , with intermediate positioning around 137.62 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 137.62.