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

Analyze the complete SPY 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 SPY.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
760
Exp: 2026-10-01
Gamma Flip
768.99
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.667
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-4.10
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 56.13
high volatility
Confidence 69%

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: 83%

Current DPI is 0.141(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

The market is positioned near a structural transition zone, where options exposure may shift the prevailing trading regime. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for SPY are at 754.97, 744.44, and 728.94, while the resistance levels are at 773.01, 783.54, and 799.04. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 760.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (0DTE · Intraday Reference)

Expiry 2026-10-01 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bullish (0.50), pin strength 0.90.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 0.23% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 757.27 — 765.56 , corresponding to +0.21% / -0.88% .

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 766.01 (0.26% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 753.55 (1.37% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.88 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 764.00, Call: 1.06, Put: 0.69, Straddle Cost: 1.76.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 768.76 , with intermediate positioning around 768.99 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 768.88.