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

Analyze the complete RMD 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 RMD.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
240
Exp: 2026-10-16
Gamma Flip
222.93
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
2.657
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.91
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 31.56
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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.196(strong-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 2027-01-15 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for RMD are at 232.80, 230.11, and 223.27, while the resistance levels are at 237.28, 239.97, and 246.81. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 240.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.73% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 222.45 — 242.46 , corresponding to +3.16% / -5.36% .

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 246.67 (4.95% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 214.01 (8.95% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.63 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 240.00, Call: 0.95, Put: 6.10, Straddle Cost: 7.05.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 223.81 , with intermediate positioning around 222.93 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 214.90.