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

Analyze the complete TSM 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 TSM.

Latest Data: 2026-09-24 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
435
Exp: 2026-09-25
Gamma Flip
423.41
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.811
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-5.85
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 62.61
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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.76(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 2026-10-16 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for TSM are at 443.46, 434.48, and 408.73, while the resistance levels are at 458.84, 467.82, and 493.57. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 435.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 1)

Expiry 2026-09-25 (DTE 1): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is neutral (0.20), pin strength 0.70.


Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 1), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.30% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 1 days is 442.45 — 456.92 , corresponding to +1.28% / -1.93% .

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 458.83 (1.70% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 438.52 (2.80% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.80 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 450.00, Call: 2.44, Put: 3.42, Straddle Cost: 5.87.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 430.92 , with intermediate positioning around 423.41 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 423.49.