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

Analyze the complete YUM 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 YUM.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
160
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
147.39
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.425
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.84
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 12.30
high volatility
Confidence 85%

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: 100%

Current DPI is 0.556(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

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 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for YUM are at 152.89, 151.45, and 147.63, while the resistance levels are at 154.83, 156.27, and 160.09. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 160.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 21)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.94% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 148.76 158.58 , corresponding to +3.07% / -3.31% .

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 161.58 (5.02% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 145.47 (5.45% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.70 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 155.00, Call: 2.40, Put: 4.20, Straddle Cost: 6.60.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 148.38 , with intermediate positioning around 147.39 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 147.39.