MQ1 Most Active Options
The 3 most actively traded MQ1 option contracts at the latest daily snapshot, ranked by volume. Each row shows the contract's price, implied volatility, delta, open interest, and how today's volume compares with its own 30-day average — click a contract to analyze it in the OptiView platform.
Data as of Oct 8, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · OPRA data 15 minutes delayed · For information only — not investment advice.
Most Active MQ1 Contracts
| Contract | Expiration | DTE | Last | IV | IV rank (30d) | Delta | Open interest | Volume | vs 30d avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MQ1 $3.5 call | Jan 15, 2027 | 98d | $1.00 | 0.0% | 0 | 1.00 | 1,394 | 27 | 44.2× avg |
| MQ1 $3 call | Jan 15, 2027 | 98d | $1.55 | 0.0% | 0 | 1.00 | 265 | 10 | 16.4× avg |
| MQ1 $5 put | Jan 15, 2027 | 98d | $0.75 | 223.8% | 9 | -0.04 | 72 | 10 | 3.9× avg |
Ranked by volume at the latest daily snapshot. "vs 30d avg" compares today's volume with the contract's own 30-day average.
The most active MQ1 contract today is the $3.5 call expiring in 98 days, with 27 contracts traded. Calls dominate the most-active list (2 of the top 3), showing where trading interest concentrates.
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MQ1 Options FAQ
Which MQ1 option contract is most active today?
The most traded MQ1 contract is the $3.5 call expiring Jan 15, 2027, with 27 contracts traded as of Oct 8, 2026.
How does OptiView rank the most active MQ1 options?
The table lists the 3 MQ1 contracts with the highest volume at the latest daily snapshot, alongside price, implied volatility, delta, open interest, and each contract's volume versus its own 30-day average.
Methodology. IV rank compares the current 30-day at-the-money implied volatility with its highest and lowest values over the past 52 weeks. Max pain is the strike that minimizes the total payout to option holders at expiration. The call and put walls are the strikes carrying the largest call and put open interest across all expirations. Net gamma exposure (GEX) is measured from the dealer perspective. All statistics are derived from delayed OPRA options data.
Options trading involves significant risk, and losses can exceed your initial investment. Always consult a licensed financial professional before making investment decisions. OptiView does not provide financial advice; all figures on this page are descriptive statistics, not recommendations.