U Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure
Analyze the complete U 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 U.
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
Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 67%
Current DPI is -0.502(neutral). Neutral consolidation, trend and momentum are indistinct. From the current DPI structure, dealers appear largely neutral, suggesting limited willingness to reinforce directional price moves..
Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)
Options structure allows for directional movement, but with elevated volatility and less predictable follow-through. Volatility conditions are elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-04-17 options expiry. 100% confidence
Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 2)
Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 2), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 3.67% 1-day move.
The expected range for the next 2 days is 17.18 — 19.20 , corresponding to +7.85% / -3.50% .
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 20.06 (12.67% above spot).
Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 16.96 (4.70% below spot).
Options flow strength: 0.61 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 18.00, Call: 0.38, Put: 0.54, Straddle Cost: 0.92.
Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 18.64 , with intermediate positioning around 18.64 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 18.72.