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

Analyze the complete TMUS 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 TMUS.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
170
Exp: 2026-10-02
Gamma Flip
164.50
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
1.255
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.25
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 20.60
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

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 60%

Current DPI is -0.596(bearish). Bearish, 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. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-02 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for TMUS are at 160.26, 158.49, and 153.07, while the resistance levels are at 163.20, 164.97, and 170.39. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 170.00.

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 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.56% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 159.35 — 164.15 , corresponding to +1.50% / -1.47% .

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 164.99 (2.01% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 158.55 (1.97% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.63 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 162.50, Call: 0.90, Put: 1.62, Straddle Cost: 2.52.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 164.43 , with intermediate positioning around 164.50 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 164.47.