XEL Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure
Analyze the complete XEL 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 XEL.
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: 68%
Current DPI is 0.252(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. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-03-20 options expiry. 100% confidence
Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 14)
Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 14), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.98% 1-day move.
The expected range for the next 14 days is 75.00 — 78.32 , corresponding to +3.19% / -1.18% .
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 80.06 (5.49% above spot).
Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 74.59 (1.72% below spot).
Options flow strength: 0.56 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 75.00, Call: 1.95, Put: 0.82, Straddle Cost: 2.78.
Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 76.64 , with intermediate positioning around 76.68 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 76.68.