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

Analyze the complete PYPL 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 PYPL.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
60
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
53.80
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.861
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.68
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 12.16
high volatility
Confidence 50%

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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.187(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for PYPL are at 52.69, 52.14, and 50.50, while the resistance levels are at 53.43, 53.98, and 55.62. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 60.00.

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 bearish (-0.30), pin strength 0.90.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.72% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 52.55 — 56.03 , corresponding to +5.59% / -0.96% .

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 57.88 (9.09% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 52.53 (0.99% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.72 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 53.00, Call: 0.55, Put: 0.36, Straddle Cost: 0.92.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 53.84 , with intermediate positioning around 53.80 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 53.76.