VMC Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure
Analyze the complete VMC 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 VMC.
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: 50%
Current DPI is -0.12(bullish). Bullish, 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. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-05-15 options expiry. 100% confidence
Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 23)
Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 23), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.30% 1-day move.
The expected range for the next 23 days is 257.49 — 274.76 , corresponding to +1.94% / -4.47% .
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 277.31 (2.89% above spot).
Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 249.75 (7.34% below spot).
Options flow strength: 0.70 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 270.00, Call: 8.35, Put: 8.50, Straddle Cost: 16.85.
Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 271.78 , with intermediate positioning around 277.34 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 277.34.