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

Analyze the complete SBUX 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 SBUX.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
97
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
97.59
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.921
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.78
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 10.50
medium volatility
Confidence 75%

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

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 0.045(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear. Trend approaching turning point (Momentum Deceleration) with Low Saturation Gamma saturation

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 2027-01-15 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for SBUX are at 94.39, 93.65, and 92.04, while the resistance levels are at 95.37, 96.11, and 97.72. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 97.00.

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 (-0.10), pin strength 0.90.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.47% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 93.53 — 97.01 , corresponding to +2.24% / -1.43% .

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 98.12 (3.42% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 93.05 (1.93% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.61 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 95.00, Call: 0.54, Put: 0.85, Straddle Cost: 1.40.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 96.69 , with intermediate positioning around 97.59 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 95.74.