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

Analyze the complete PM 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 PM.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
190
Exp: 2026-10-16
Gamma Flip
187.68
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.814
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-4.69
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 19.18
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 0.793(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 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 2026-10-16 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for PM are at 197.78, 195.97, and 191.54, while the resistance levels are at 200.80, 202.61, and 207.04. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 190.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.43% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 189.90 — 201.23 , corresponding to +0.97% / -4.71% .

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 201.56 (1.14% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 184.26 (7.54% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.76 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 200.00, Call: 2.15, Put: 2.78, Straddle Cost: 4.93.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 193.00 , with intermediate positioning around 187.68 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 187.60.