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

Analyze the complete VALE 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 VALE.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
3
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
N/A
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.000
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.10
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low volatility
Confidence 100%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure indicates a clear bearish tilt. Several major factors align to the downside, suggesting elevated short-term downside risk. 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: 100%

Current DPI is -0.997(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. Structural constraints from options positioning are relatively light. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. 100% confidence

The support levels for VALE are at 13.64, 13.48, and 13.06, while the resistance levels are at 13.86, 14.02, and 14.44. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 3.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.00% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 0.00 0.00 , corresponding to +0.00% / -0.00% .

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 0.00 (0.00% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 0.00 (0.00% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.00 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 0.00, Call: 0.00, Put: 0.00, Straddle Cost: 0.00.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. The short-term gamma flip is near 9.62 .