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

Analyze the complete QS 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 QS.

Latest Data: 2026-07-20 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
8.5
Exp: 2026-07-24
Gamma Flip
3.81
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
3680.647
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.89
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low 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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.348(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

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 moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-07-24 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for QS are at 5.80, 5.67, and 4.81, while the resistance levels are at 5.98, 6.11, and 6.97. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 8.50.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 7.17% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 5.50 6.22 , corresponding to +5.64% / -6.68% .

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 6.30 (7.01% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 5.37 (8.80% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.76 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 6.00, Call: 0.38, Put: 0.47, Straddle Cost: 0.84.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. No short-term gamma flip is observed , with intermediate positioning around 3.81 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 3.81.