Dealer Exposure Map — July 27, 2026 | Pushing Profits
Category: Dealer Exposure Map | Date: 2026-07-27
Traders face notable gamma and delta exposure in SPY and QQQ as max pain levels signal critical price thresholds today.
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Market Overview for July 27, 2026 Today's Dealer Exposure Map reveals significant gamma and delta exposure for both SPY and QQQ options. With SPY experiencing a total gamma exposure of -135,000 and delta exposure of -2.8 million across 20 contracts, traders should be cautious of volatility in the underlying stock movement. Meanwhile, QQQ shows a total gamma exposure of -169,000 with a delta exposure of -4.37 million. This suggests a similar pattern of underlying stock pressure, potentially indicating more pronounced price movements as options expiry approaches. Both indices report max pain points at $752.00 for SPY and $670.00 for QQQ. This max pain figure reflects the price at which the highest number of options expire worthless, serving as a critical threshold that traders often watch as a possible pivot point in price dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dealer gamma exposure?
Dealer gamma exposure refers to the sensitivity of a dealer's options portfolio to changes in the price of the underlying asset, impacting their hedging actions.
How does max pain affect options trading?
Max pain is the price level where the largest number of options contracts expire worthless, which can influence traders' strategies leading up to expiry.
Why is total delta exposure important?
Total delta exposure indicates how much the price of the underlying security is expected to change based on changes in the options market, guiding traders in their risk management.