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

Analyze the complete PSX 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 PSX.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
260
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
255.99
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.863
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.67
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 34.94
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 0.832(strong-bullish). Bullish, 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. 100% confidence

The support levels for PSX are at 261.01, 257.15, and 243.32, while the resistance levels are at 267.45, 271.31, and 285.14. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 260.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 1)

Expiry 2026-10-02 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.00), pin strength 0.80.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.97% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 253.50 — 268.24 , corresponding to +1.52% / -4.06% .

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 269.16 (1.86% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 247.17 (6.46% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.64 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 265.00, Call: 1.95, Put: 3.25, Straddle Cost: 5.20.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 260.75 , with intermediate positioning around 255.99 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 255.78.