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

Analyze the complete V 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 V.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
355
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
341.69
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.881
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-2.58
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 26.82
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 0.488(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 elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-08-21 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for V are at 355.90, 352.37, and 344.47, while the resistance levels are at 361.78, 365.31, and 373.21. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 355.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 4)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.89% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 353.12 363.71 , corresponding to +1.36% / -1.59% .

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 365.87 (1.96% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 350.40 (2.35% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.85 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 360.00, Call: 2.71, Put: 3.65, Straddle Cost: 6.37.


Short-term moves may occur, but follow-through is uncertain. The short-term gamma flip is near 360.84 , with intermediate positioning around 341.69 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 341.69.