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

Analyze the complete VTI 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 VTI.

Latest Data: 2026-10-01 (EDT)

Max Pain Price

310

Exp: 2026-10-16

Gamma Flip

262.63

Gamma Flip (≈60 days)

Put/Call OI Ratio

0.473

Shows put vs call positioning

IV Skew

0.15

Put–call IV difference

Max Pain Price Volatility

σ = 28.71

high 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

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: 67%

Current DPI is 0.813(strong-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 moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2028-06-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for VTI are at 371.78, 367.70, and 362.16, while the resistance levels are at 378.58, 382.66, and 388.20. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 310.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 15)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 15), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.00% 1-day move.

The expected range for the next 15 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.

Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 262.63 , with intermediate positioning around 262.63 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 329.72.