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

Analyze the complete USAR 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 USAR.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

Exp: 2026-09-04

Gamma Flip

18.31

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.993

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

-4.53

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 5.81

medium volatility

Confidence 100%

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 -0.05(strong-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 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for USAR are at 17.71, 17.30, and 14.67, while the resistance levels are at 18.27, 18.68, and 21.31. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 24.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 7)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 7), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 3.19% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 7 days is 17.12 — 19.26 , corresponding to +7.08% / -4.86% .

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 19.98 (11.08% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 16.69 (7.21% below spot).

Options flow strength: 0.73 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 18.00, Call: 0.76, Put: 0.76, Straddle Cost: 1.52.

Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 18.42 , with intermediate positioning around 18.31 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 18.31.