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

Analyze the complete VLTO 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 VLTO.

Latest Data: 2026-08-17 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
100
Exp: 2026-08-21
Gamma Flip
63.20
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.328
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-1.19
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 8.09
medium volatility
Confidence 35%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

A slight bearish tilt is visible, though the signal is weak and insufficient for a strong directional call. 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 0.863(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

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 2026-08-21 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for VLTO are at 96.25, 95.51, and 93.79, while the resistance levels are at 97.25, 97.99, and 99.71. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 100.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 4), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.09% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 4 days is 93.60 100.28 , corresponding to +3.65% / -3.25% .

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 102.30 (5.74% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 91.90 (5.01% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.59 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 95.00, Call: 2.65, Put: 1.40, Straddle Cost: 4.05.


Short-term moves may occur, but follow-through is uncertain. The short-term gamma flip is near 97.28 , with intermediate positioning around 63.20 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 63.20.