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

Analyze the complete POOL 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 POOL.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

165

Exp: 2026-10-16

Gamma Flip

177.73

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

3.012

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-1.50

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 29.59

high volatility

Confidence 88%

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: 67%

Current DPI is -0.848(neutral). ⏳ Neutral distribution, DPI neutral, but makers are actively shedding positions.

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. Once a directional move forms, continuation appears relatively easy. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for POOL are at 158.91, 156.80, and 149.75, while the resistance levels are at 162.43, 164.54, and 171.59. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 165.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 15)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 15), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.20% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 15 days is 158.91 — 179.07 , corresponding to +11.45% / -1.09% .

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 191.37 (19.11% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 158.37 (1.43% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.77 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 160.00, Call: 3.25, Put: 4.22, Straddle Cost: 7.47.

Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 176.22 , with intermediate positioning around 177.73 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 177.83.